Best Tent Camping near San Mateo, CA

Join the fun near San Mateo. With tons of outdoor activities and scenic camping, this is an excellent vacation spot for all kinds of travelers. Camping, hiking, biking: however you want to spend your days near San Mateo, you'll find great campgrounds with The Dyrt. Find the best campgrounds near San Mateo, CA. Read helpful reviews and tips to find the perfect camping option for you and your crew.

Best Tent Sites Near San Mateo, California (41)

    1. Half Moon Bay RV Park

    3 Reviews
    Half Moon Bay, CA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (650) 726-7275

    "From booking until leaving, we had a positive experience. Our site was a little tight, that would be the only thing I wish was better."

    "The site was a pull through as well as our friends who were able to face the opposite way to have a common camp side with us. Of course the utility sides were in great position for that."

    2. Ben Ries Campground — Butano State Park - CLOSED INDEFINITELY

    18 Reviews
    Pescadero, CA
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (650) 879-2040

    $35 / night

    "It is a smaller park than many of the other redwoods parks in Northern California, so it was very nice and peaceful. Butano is a bit off the beaten path to get to, but so worth it."

    "The campsite has car camping and walk-in sites. I had sites 5 and 6. The map for the campground is deceiving as they looked close together and connected but they were separate."

    3. Coyote Hills Regional Park

    2 Reviews
    Newark, CA
    13 miles
    Website

    "We walked through and enjoyed the nature areas so much. We continue to go back and spend time at Cayote Hills because it is so beautiful. We can't wait until thwe next time."

    4. Sunrise Campground — Angel Island State Park

    9 Reviews
    Tiburon, CA
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (415) 435-5390

    $30 / night

    "Angel Island is a unique backpacking experience, one I'd gladly do again."

    "Angel Island is a California State Park, but it's surprising how many visitors do not know of the 10 campsites scattered around the island!"

    5. Rob Hill Campground

    4 Reviews
    Sausalito, CA
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (415) 561-5083

    $92 - $140 / night

    "Looked like there was easily room for at least a dozen small tents at each of the sites and nice restrooms accessible via combination punch pad."

    "Pitch tent on wood chips. Level. Fire pits, water. Nice and close, yet feels a ways away. Accessible to many trails."

    6. Towle Campground

    1 Review
    Los Altos Hills, CA
    16 miles
    Website

    $40 / night

    7. Bicentennial Campground — Golden Gate National Recreation Area

    7 Reviews
    Sausalito, CA
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (415) 331-1540

    $25 / night

    "this is an excellent primitive campground with 3 sites."

    "3 sites, very close to each other/nothing separating them. Sites were clean."

    8. Steep Ravine Campground — Mount Tamalpais State Park

    15 Reviews
    Stinson Beach, CA
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (415) 388-2070

    $25 - $100 / night

    "There is a separate bedroom, you could sleep 2 couples on beds easily with extra floor space and a small individual bunk for larger families."

    "And charcoal grills outside each cabin. A couple general use picnic tables scattered about. So those are the basics you can read anywhere."

    9. Castle Rock Trail Camp — Castle Rock State Park

    8 Reviews
    Saratoga, CA
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (408) 867-2952

    $8 / night

    "I liked the trees, picnic tables, and fire rings at the sites. The sites were spaced nicely to allow for privacy. Frog Flat seemed a bit more secluded than the main camp."

    "This is sweet hike in trail camp.  We have used it for two purposes. "

    10. Garin Regional Park

    2 Reviews
    Union City, CA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (510) 395-3629

    "Dogs are allowed they have picknic area's and a kite area.thete are several different entrances."

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Tent Camping Reviews near San Mateo, CA

602 Reviews of 41 San Mateo Campgrounds



Guide to San Mateo

Tent camping near San Mateo, California, offers a variety of scenic locations where nature enthusiasts can enjoy the great outdoors. With options ranging from coastal views to serene redwood forests, campers can find the perfect spot to pitch their tents.

Tent campers appreciate these amenities

Some prices for tent camping range from $25 to $125

  • Camping at Rob Hill Campground in San Francisco's Presidio costs around $125 per site, accommodating large groups in a beautiful setting.
  • For a more budget-friendly option, Ben Ries Campground — Butano State Park provides a well-reviewed experience at a lower price point.
  • Towle Campground is available for residents of Palo Alto, offering a lovely camping experience at a reasonable rate.

Tent campers should check out the hiking opportunities

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular tent campsite near San Mateo, CA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near San Mateo, CA is Half Moon Bay RV Park with a 4.7-star rating from 3 reviews.

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