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Lisa F.
Scout
ScoutRiverwalk RV Park
Pleasant stay
Nice place. Very clean. Great shower facilities. Outdoor kitchen. Heated pool and hot tub.
Best Glamping near Samoa, CA
Emerald Forest Cabins & RV near Trinidad and Redwood Coast Cabins & RV Resort in Eureka provide upscale glamping accommodations within the redwood forests of Northern California's coast. These locations offer glamping options with modern amenities including electricity, comfortable beds, and heated spaces. "This camp ground is amazing! Definitely recommend!" noted one visitor about Emerald Forest. Both properties provide distinctive overnight experiences in nature without sacrificing comfort, with several accommodation types nestled among towering redwoods. Safari-style canvas accommodations and glamping cabins feature private outdoor spaces, allowing guests to enjoy the coastal forest setting while maintaining access to hot showers, clean facilities, and on-site conveniences.
Situated just minutes from spectacular coastal viewpoints and ancient redwood groves, these glamping destinations serve as ideal base camps for exploring Humboldt County's natural wonders. The properties maintain proximity to beaches, hiking trails, and wildlife viewing opportunities, with Emerald Forest positioned particularly well for accessing Trinidad State Beach and Patrick's Point. According to one guest, "The cabins are cute and charming" with convenient access to nearby attractions. On-site amenities at these glamping resorts include swimming pools, hot tubs, playgrounds for children, and camp stores stocked with essentials. While highway noise can occasionally be heard at certain sites, most accommodation areas remain peaceful beneath the forest canopy, creating tranquil glamping retreats along California's northern coast.
Best Glamping Sites Near Samoa, California (15)
1. Emerald Forest Cabins & RV
35 ReviewsTrinidad, CA18 milesWebsite+1 (707) 677-3554"So we kept heading down the highway and after a drive through Trinidad we came upon this spot! Great spot with super clean bathrooms and laundry. Nestled in a little redwood grove."
"We are very grateful to the front desk staff who helped us that night."
2. Redwood Coast Cabins & RV Resort
10 ReviewsArcata, CA6 milesWebsite+1 (707) 798-1820$200 / night
"Courteous staff.. small store w/ a few things we needed. Close to lots of hiking."
"This location had several sites available, tent, and cabins, as well."
3. Agate Campground — Sue-meg State Park
29 ReviewsTrinidad, CA23 milesWebsite+1 (707) 677-3570$35 / night
"Many are not level; we had a challenge in Site 123 and saw a few others in the same situation. Fortunately, we changed our sleeping position (we don’t carry levelers for our van) and parked sideways."
"This awesome site is located on bluffs right above Agate Beach which is accessed via a steep walking trail."
4. Humboldt County Fairgrounds
10 ReviewsFerndale, CA16 milesWebsite+1 (707) 786-9511$20 - $45 / night
"The bathroom is clean, heated, free showers and the combination is changed weekly. Large grassy area with good spacing between most RVs. I was in the middle of the campground for short term parking."
"Clean restrooms, heated and free. Many long term residents. The spots are level, it felt safe enough. Quiet. Close to Ferndale, which is Must See."
5. Riverwalk RV Park
3 ReviewsFortuna, CA17 milesWebsite"Outdoor kitchen. Heated pool and hot tub."
"Close to highway so you get a little bit of traffic noise. The heated pool and hot tub were really nice to relax in."
6. Stafford RV Park
6 ReviewsCarlotta, CA26 milesWebsite+1 (707) 764-3416"There’s a cute tree house and cute cabins (tiny), as well as a tent-only area for $30. There’s also a dump station (free for campers), a laundry room, and free showers."
7. Grizzly Creek Redwoods State Park Campground
7 ReviewsBridgeville, CA27 milesWebsite+1 (707) 777-3683$35 - $90 / night
"Lots of shade throughout area but limited privacy due to proximity of sites and road noise. Bathhouse has water and basic shower amentities."
"the fog can stay in the river valley and keep the campground cold even in the summer. the river is nice earlier in the year before the water warms and it fills with algae. theres swimming and hiking on site"
8. Boise Creek
7 ReviewsWillow Creek, CA29 milesWebsite+1 (530) 629-2118$10 / night
"Camp host on site & super friendly (she brought us homemade cookies upon arrival!)"
"Everything, camp spots, bathroom and (potable) water pipes are well maintained. Only down side is the highway noise but it is not obnoxious. One bar of ATT but enough to do this review."
9. Redcrest Resort
3 ReviewsRedcrest, CA31 milesWebsite+1 (707) 722-4208"They seem a bit over the top on security for me, but maybe how it needs to be so close to Humboldt - what I mean by this is bathroom’s had a combination lock on them even though they were behind a privacy"
"It's quiet, off SR101 a distance and right off Avenue of the Giants, an absolutely beautiful and fantastic drive among some of the most amazing redwoods I've seen in a while."
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117 Reviews of 15 Samoa Campgrounds
Katie S.
GuideGrizzly Creek Redwoods State Park Campground
Camping amongst giants
Amazing campground nestled amongst the heart of the Redwood Trees. Lots of shade throughout area but limited privacy due to proximity of sites and road noise. Bathhouse has water and basic shower amentities. Nice hiking trails to explore the Redwoods within walking distance of campground. Great location to explore the forest and access the rugged California coastline.
Laura M.
LegendStafford RV Park
Friendly and easy
We stayed here for half price with the Passport America discount - we paid $25 for a pull through E/ W site (normally$50), and refreshingly there were no taxes or fees added on to the price. We almost didn’t stay here, as on the Passport America site they state that they do not allow certain breeds of dogs, and we generally try to not support places that discriminate against certain breeds, even though our large dog is mixed breed dog who could pass for any number of breeds. But nobody mentioned anything about dogs when we arrived, and we saw no mention of it anywhere on their website or other signage, so we ended up staying.
It’s one of those run down, but in a comfortable kind of way, places. There’s a cute tree house and cute cabins (tiny), as well as a tent-only area for $30. There’s also a dump station (free for campers), a laundry room, and free showers. The showers were run down but clean. We ended up not using the laundry- they are $2 each for washer and dryer (they take quarters, and there’s no change machine), with a sign saying that your clothes may stain due to the iron in the water, and that you need to shake out the sawdust from your clothes before washing them (I guess a lot of loggers stay here?). Also, the water jug we had filled with their water was full of rusty red residue at the bottom, ick. And that water is what we used to fill our onboard RV tank (and that’s with using a filter). The RV park seems to be mostly long-termers or seasonal campers, it was very quiet and devoid of people when we stayed here after a holiday weekend.
Staff was very friendly and welcoming. We forgot to ask about wifi, but cell reception was good for Verizon and ATT. The park is nicely situated among the trees with an easy access from the highway, right near the entrance to the Avenue of the Giants. Would stay here again.
Cynthia K.LegendEmerald Forest Cabins & RV
Cramped sites
I was so excited to be camping here. I wanted a campsite in Trinidad which would be central to all I wanted to do in the Redwoods. This campground seemed to check all my boxes, plus: CAMPING BY REDWOOD TREES!!! This was the clincher for me. There are a lot of redwood trees in the campground& in the sites.
My husband wanted to give one star. I'm giving three. It wasn't completely awful. First, divide the campground in two. The Hwy 101 side& the Patrick Point Road side. You don't want the Hwy 101 side. It's noisy. VERY noisy. PPR side is the better bet. There's traffic noise, but not as bad. There's a rustic charm about the campground. It's obviously an established place, but I couldn't find out how old it was. Lots of annoying signs posted all over the place about quiet hours, check out time, speed limit, ect. They sell propane& there's a dump station. They have a camp store/gift shop at the office. The beach is very close, but there's no view of the ocean at this campground. This is one of the few places we camped at that we were allowed to have a campfire.
The worst thing about the campsites on both sides is how close they are- VERY VERY close& narrow. Sites 2-11 are very tight. We had campsite 9. It would have been acceptable if we weren't camped next to site 10, which is the trashiest campsite I've parked next to. Ever. There were a couple of sheds, wooden pallets for a privacy fence& junk everywhere. Obviously a permanent site. The trailer has been there a LOOONG time. We were there for four nights. It sucked. Best site in the campground is site 20, which is a pull through. Don't get site 9 or 11. Sites 14-17 are right on top of the bathrooms& there's foot traffic there all the time. Also not very attractive& right on top of each other. If you rent a cabin, ask not to get Q. Right on top of the bathrooms. Lots of foot traffic.
If I had a tent site I'd be in heaven. The tent sites are in a redwood setting. Very rustic& nice. Also spacious. There's cabins also that looked nice.
There's one bath house in the 101 side. Men& women. The women's side had 3 sinks, 1 out of order. 3 toilets all working. 3 showers, 1 out of order. There's a group of three unisex bathroom/shower combos by the PPD side. All working. It looked clean, but my husband accidently dropped his towel on the floor& I had to wash it. Very dirty.
Laundry had all machines working.
It looked like most reviewers liked this place a lot. I think it had some charm, but didn't like how close the RV sites were.
If you're there for a night or two it would probably be ok.
- RRory R.Guide
Hayden Flat Campground
Good for a quick stop
Camped here on a Monday night and no one stopped in. Love it when that happens. Clean bathrooms and running water
- sstephanieGuide
Grizzly Creek Redwoods State Park Campground
RV and Travel Trailers Beware
We stayed for one night as we were passing thru from Oregon to Central California.
Pros
- No cell service
- In the trees, very secluded
- Flush potties.
- Nice swimming hole, the water was warm in mid June. This seems to be the primary attraction for this area. Most of the families were gathered along the shore and playing in the water.
- Hiking straight out of the camp ground. But, it is a very steep trail, so make sure you bring a walking stick(s) and wear proper gear. This is also a heavy bear area, so pack your bear spray.
- Best for tent or car camping.
- Nice fire pits, wood for sale at office
- Fantastic place for kids… so many families with young children.
- The camp host and other campers were really friendly.
Cons
- Close to the road, we heard vehicles all night. We were in a hard sided camper two rows away from the road and could hear them inside. It’s got to be really loud for people closer and in tents.
- Tight spots and everyone is packed closely together (Check out the video).
- No electric, site water, dumping, or showers.
- Not suited for most RVs and travel trailers, you need to be very small and fully self contained. Our 19’ A-Line barely fit into our spot. The sites are close together, short, with roots coming up in the road and parking areas, and sharp angled turns to get into your spot. A lot of spot have over hanging tree limbs. We made it in our spot because our camper is super low profile during travel mode. Would not have been able to fit under the tree limbs with a normal camper.
- Hwy 36 from the 101 is very curvy with lots of narrow areas and very few turn offs.
- Not a good place for dogs, very few areas they are allowed other than your camp site. Upon arriving we receive a yellow sheet letting us know why our dog was a problem for wildlife in this area and all the reasons we should not bring him with us next time.
Over all, I this campground would be a fun place for families, wanting to disconnect from technology for a weekend of tent camping.
- SSamuel N.Guide
Emerald Forest Cabins & RV
Wake up to the redwoods
Passing through south we tried to stay at Patrick’s Point but it was full. Even on a Wednesday in April. So we kept heading down the highway and after a drive through Trinidad we came upon this spot! Great spot with super clean bathrooms and laundry. Nestled in a little redwood grove. Wireless was a little slow for kids to watch a movie but no biggie. Two bars of LTE on Att from pull through #90. I’m also laying in bed looking up through the redwoods. Can hear the road noise from 101 but it’s not bad.
Jess I.GuideEmerald Forest Cabins & RV
Magical
My boyfriend & I stayed at this campground on November 24, 2021 (the day before Thanksgiving). We just so happened to get the last available cabin that night (Cabin H). We are very grateful to the front desk staff who helped us that night. Unfortunately all the nearby restaurants were closed when we arrived but luckily the campground has a communal bonfire pit that visitors staying in any of the cabins can use, (the tent sites have their own pits), so we were able to make do with what we had to eat. I uploaded a couple videos and pictures for reference. There is a beautiful gazebo outside the front of cabin H (see uploaded video). And the view from the large balcony in the back of the cabin was nothing short of amazing (see uploaded video). I simmered out there for a little while with a cup of tea, hypnotized with an immediate understanding of why they call this place Emerald Forest. The cabin we stayed in, Cabin H, is a studio cabin with a private bathroom and kitchenette. We visited the nearby town, Trinidad, and I fell in love. The reputation of how nice and welcoming the people are precedes itself. The perfect mix of a small town vibe placed in a hidden gem of a beautiful coastal town. I uploaded a couple videos and pictures taken at Trinidad for reference. I not only highly recommend seeing Trinidad for yourself, I also highly recommend enjoying a stay at this nearby campground when you do.
M2 O.
TravelerEmerald Forest Cabins & RV
Forest retreat near the ocean
Awesome sites under the trees! Lotsa shade. Ground a little muddy, but what can you expect setting up camp in a rain forest... CLEAN bathrooms with free showers. Laundry on site. Wifi a little spotty, good thing I have unlimited data.
Guide to Samoa
Cabin camping opportunities near Samoa, California provide stays in the coastal redwood region of Humboldt County. The area sits at sea level along the northern California coast, with temperatures ranging 50-65°F year-round. Morning fog often blankets camping areas until mid-day, creating cool, damp conditions that support the towering redwood ecosystem where many cabins are situated.
What to do
Beachcombing at Agate Beach: Access the rocky shoreline at Sue-meg State Park near Trinidad, just north of Samoa. "Nice trail down. Each site has fire place, picnic table. Water within steps to each site," notes one visitor about the well-maintained path leading to the beach.
Explore Victorian Ferndale: Visit this historic town 20 minutes from Humboldt County Fairgrounds. "Walked around Ferndale and had great Mexican food. The coffee shop in town was super cool and cozy," according to one camper who enjoyed the town's preserved architecture.
Avenue of the Giants drive: Take a 45-minute drive south on Highway 101 to this famous scenic route. One Redcrest Resort guest described it as "an absolutely beautiful and fantastic drive among some of the most amazing redwoods I've seen in a while."
What campers like
Tent sites among redwoods: The tent camping areas at Emerald Forest Cabins & RV offer more spacious sites than the RV section. "The tent sites are in a redwood setting. Very rustic & nice. Also spacious," writes a reviewer who preferred these sites to the more compact RV spaces.
Swimming access: During warmer months, campers enjoy the river swimming spots. "There is a swimming hole at Big Rock River Access just 1.4 miles down the hill. Beautiful river," mentions a guest at Boise Creek Campground, highlighting easy water access.
Free shower facilities: Clean bathrooms and free showers make extended stays more comfortable. A Humboldt County Fairgrounds camper noted, "Clean restrooms, heated and free. Many long term residents. The spots are level, it felt safe enough."
What you should know
Highway noise considerations: Many sites experience road noise, particularly those closest to Highway 101. "Nice amenities and staff, but very loud as the site we were in (96) was right next to highway 101," explains one Emerald Forest Cabins & RV visitor who recommends requesting sites farther from the road.
Limited connectivity: Cell service varies significantly by location and carrier. One camper at Redcrest Resort reported: "The place advertised 'limited wifi' and for us it totally did nothing. Was hoping to work a bit on the laptop but even though I was connected everything just timed out."
Water quality issues: Some areas have mineral-heavy water. A Stafford RV Park guest mentioned, "The water jug we had filled with their water was full of rusty red residue at the bottom, ick. And that's with using a filter."
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly activities: Several campgrounds offer dedicated play areas. A visitor to Emerald Forest noted, "Great for family and big groups! Safe, protected and not a lot of trouble to get into. Lots of sites available in various sizes."
Glamping options with comfort: Family glamping in Samoa, California area includes cabin rentals with basic amenities. One reviewer of Redwood Coast Cabins & RV Resort shared: "The cabins are cute and charming (be prepared, no kitchen) and the grounds clean."
Pack for weather changes: Coastal fog can create unexpectedly cool conditions. "Gets cold at night, make sure to bring extra blankets!" advised an Emerald Forest camper who experienced the typical evening temperature drops common throughout the region.
Tips from RVers
Site size limitations: Many RV areas have tight spacing between sites. "Sites are tight and not level side to side. But clean and adequate with FHU," reported a Redcrest Resort visitor about the full-hookup amenities despite the compact layout.
Access road challenges: Some routes to campgrounds involve narrow or winding roads. One camper at Grizzly Creek Redwoods State Park warned: "Hwy 36 from the 101 is very curvy with lots of narrow areas and very few turn offs," noting this presents challenges for larger RVs.
Fairground camping option: The Humboldt County Fairgrounds offers affordable overnight RV parking. "Super quiet on a Monday only 3 other RV's there," shared one visitor who appreciated the $25 full-hookup sites, substantially less expensive than luxury glamping options near Samoa.
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