Camping near Rio Linda, California offers a variety of options for RVers and tent campers within a 30-mile radius. The area sits in California's Central Valley at approximately 50 feet elevation with hot, dry summers and mild winters. Winter camping can bring morning fog and occasional rain, while summer temperatures regularly exceed 90°F between June and September, affecting campsite comfort and availability.
What to do
Swimming and water activities: SacWest RV Park & Campground features a swimming pool and river access. "We LOVED this campground! We'd planned to only stopover one night but extended our stay. It was clean, had friendly staff, and a wonderful dog park. We will be back," reports David & Sue C.
Biking on local trails: Cal Expo RV Park provides direct access to extensive bike paths. "There is direct access to the bike path which goes for miles and miles and connects to other trails which made our stay really great," writes Julia M. The American River Parkway trail system offers over 30 miles of paved paths.
Fishing opportunities: Thousand Trails Ponderosa sits alongside the American River with good fishing access. "Great spot if you can get in half of the camp got washed away from the rain this year though," notes Sabrina. The American River supports trout, bass, and seasonal salmon runs.
Family activities: SacWest RV Park & Campground provides numerous child-friendly amenities. "Great campground! Hospitality and professionalism- that how you can describe this place! Lots of things to do for kids: great playgrounds, swimming pool, more than 100 ducks going around! Beautiful place!" writes Tatiana I.
What campers like
Convenient location: Cal Expo RV Park offers central access to Sacramento attractions. "This would be a great stop for a few days. We were there for a work week and then some. It is accessible to downtown, but it is just a parking lot with no frills," explains Julia M.
Waterfront sites: Sherwood Harbor Marina & RV Park provides riverside camping with water views. "Beautiful spaces to park your RV with a view of the river and small local marina. Everything you need to 'get away' is here and big city amenities a short drive away," shares Leslie D.
Clean facilities: Placerville RV Resort & Campground maintains well-kept amenities. "The staff was very welcoming and the grounds are organized and clean. They also have a pool area and hot tub. Our friends stayed in the cabins. They were clean and comfortable," notes Cameron P.
Pet-friendly options: RV sites near Rio Linda, California often accommodate pets with designated areas. "We had a great experience... Clean bathrooms and showers at no cost and the laundry room with free detergent," writes Steve M. about Sherwood Harbor Marina & RV Park, which also features "free fishing and swimming."
What you should know
RV age restrictions: Some parks enforce strict vehicle appearance or age policies. At Mark J RV Park, one reviewer noted the limitations: "Couldn't even rent a space due to how old our RV was and had to keep looking."
Noise considerations: Highway proximity means traffic noise at several RV campgrounds near Rio Linda. "It is the edge of town. A Maverik next door that can be noisy-as any gas station can be- but even closer to it it's not too much," reports Steven A. about SacWest RV Park.