Join the fun near San Miguel. With tons of outdoor activities and scenic camping, this is an excellent vacation spot for all kinds of travelers. San Miguel is an adventure-filled destination for those who love the outdoorsy camper lifestyle. But it's also great for those who prefer to spend time near the city, exploring and sightseeing. Get the dirt on all the best camping near San Miguel. Browse campgrounds by amenities, site types, and more.
$119 - $219 / night
"There is also a little hiking/walking trail around the campground."
"The area is surrounded by natural grassy areas with some trails. The park was busy and a bit loud over the Thanksgiving Holiday weekend, but otherwise not busy and very quiet."
$28 / night
"The area around the pool is covered. The lake next to the pool is used for fishing.
The camp fee includes a fee per person to access the spa.""We also enjoy the surrounding wildlife and lack of noise.
Friendly owners."
$73 - $234 / night
"The sites are very close to each other unless you upgrade but still will get to know your neighbors."
"The surrounding streets are either small two-lane roads with no shoulder or a 65 MPH highway. There's no place to walk, hike, or safely bike."
$35 / night
"General: Two campgrounds: San Simeon Creek, close to Highway One and the beach and Washburn Primitive, located about a mile inland."
"This is a quaint campsite along California’s Central Coast. Not a lot at the site but in great proximity to Hearst Castle, elephant seals, zebras (no joke) and cute towns."
"There is easy access to highway 101. The park has about 70 slots big enough to fit any size rig. There is a nice pool and a very helpful staff."
"The dog area isn't much, but the bathrooms near the office are nice. The bathrooms in the back weren't quite as nice. Spots are close together like any RV park, but you can tap into full hookups."
$45 - $55 / night
"Overall, the privately-owned sites at Lake Nacemiento resort are good - but you'll probably want to get one of the reserved spots!"
"We camped right on the lake and were able to pay to have our boat docked overnight. Huge lake awesome experience, we were able to do some night wake boarding which I had never done ."
$35 - $165 / night
"Unlike many state campgrounds you find near the highway or railroad tracks, this one is located a nice distance from the road. Still, it is within walking distance to a small marina and restaurant."
"It is only 2 miles away from Morro Rock and the adorable tourist town full of shops and eateries."
"Lots of area to explore, but this is mainly an off road vehicle area."
"covered structure, picnic table and fire pit •A few additional overflow areas to park and camp •Pit toilet - BYO toilet paper •No trash receptacles •Great Verizon reception / Decent Sprint reception •Drive"
TravelerI was extremely disappointed with my experience at Franklin Hot Springs. The property looks nothing like the pictures on their website. When I arrived, I was shocked to find that the‘campsites’ consisted of nothing more than a post in the ground with a picnic table nearby, all set in an area that resembled a junkyard. The facilities were in terrible condition—the bathrooms, showers, and swimming pool were dirty and had an overwhelming mildew smell. I couldn’t bring myself to use any of them. The overall atmosphere made me feel unsafe, and I didn’t feel comfortable staying overnight in my van next to them. I ended up leaving immediately after taking some photos. I hope my$50 can at least go toward improving the cleanliness of the facilities, but I would not recommend this place to anyone
ScoutGreat camping ground for families especially with small children
ScoutThe front office staff is amazing. Expect to unhitch and have maintenance move your trailer into the spot for you… but make sure you remind them you need to level if yours isn't a self-leveling rig. And expect them to be impatient and wanting to get to the next job.
Location is good if you don’t plan on spending much time at your campsite apart from eating, sleeping, and cleaning up. You will be up and personal with all your neighbors - sounds, smells, etc.
AND smoking is permitted in the campsites so you'll be sharing that with your neighbors too.
Recommend one night max for tank clean out and fresh water refill.
GuideThe park attendants were friendly and helpful. The site was clean and people were friendly!
ScoutGreat spot to post up if you want to spend some time in SLO. The sites on the dry loop (Bishop) have little privacy, but most are pull-through. The loops with services have much more tree coverage, but when I was there seemed to be mostly occupied by long term RVs.
I didn't use the showers, but they looked clean (take quarters, I believe) and the bathroom facilities were prime.
Yes, you can hear traffic on Highway 1 from here, but it's not bad at all and the views of Bishop Peak are splendid. Also saw a turkey wander by the first day.
GuideThe spot is honestly wonderful! Such great views, quiet, not even too windy. The road up here is indeed a little challenge: first there is pavement but the last 1/3 of the road is dirt only; also very bumpy. We made it through with our van, 2 wheels only haha, but it was rough indeed. It’s best to have an offroader to come here, but van can do too.
TravelerThis is a great BLM campground with picnic tables, fire rings, and picnic shelters. Pretty much the only option for this setup anywhere around. However, the gnats, bees, mosquitoes, and flies are relentless!
ScoutAlthough the location is very scenic and a 10 min walk to the beach, I wouldn’t return because there are ALOT of ticks at the campground. We went with a party of 11 and found multiple ticks on 5 people. I remember combing the reviews on this site and saw someone posted two years ago that there were a lot of ticks and just wanted to confirm that there still are, so camp with caution.
TravelerWasn’t sure I was going to make it even with my Subaru Forester (would have been fine I think but I have a hitch mounted basket). It’s absolutely gorgeous up here! Can’t set up my bathroom and have a lot of vertigo though.
Camping near San Miguel, California, offers a mix of stunning landscapes and unique experiences. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly spot or a quiet retreat, there are plenty of campgrounds to explore.
Camping near San Miguel, California, has something for everyone. With beautiful landscapes and a variety of activities, it's a great spot for your next outdoor adventure!
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, San Miguel, CA offers a wide range of camping options, with 92 campgrounds and RV parks near San Miguel, CA and 10 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near San Miguel, CA is Sun Outdoors Paso Robles RV Resort with a 4.4-star rating from 17 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 10 free dispersed camping spots near San Miguel, CA.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 16 parks near San Miguel, CA that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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