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Sugarloaf Ridge State Park Campground allows pets at all 48 campsites while providing clean bathrooms, showers, and picnic tables. Dogs must be leashed at all times throughout the hiking trails and campground areas. Spring Lake Regional Park offers additional pet-friendly accommodations including tent sites, RV spots, and cabins where dogs can join families on the network of trails surrounding the lake. Pet-friendly campgrounds near Santa Rosa range from lakeside sites with cabin rentals to coastal spots near Bodega Bay, giving travelers with dogs a wide set of options across the region. The bathrooms are exceptionally clean at most facilities, making longer stays comfortable for both pets and owners. San Francisco North-Petaluma KOA welcomes pets at their tent sites, RV hookups, and select cabins, providing a range of accommodation options for travelers with animals.
Multiple hiking trails throughout these campgrounds accommodate leashed dogs, with some routes offering creek access where pets can cool off during warmer months. Many camping areas feature designated pet waste stations to maintain cleanliness. Campgrounds near Bodega Bay, including Doran Regional Park and Bodega Dunes Campground, allow pets while providing access to nearby beaches. Some sites experience high yellow jacket activity during summer months, requiring careful food management around pets. Most facilities enforce quiet hours that help manage barking dogs during evening hours. Local veterinary services can be found within 15-20 minutes of most campgrounds, with Santa Rosa offering full emergency services. The campground landscape varies significantly, with some locations providing shaded sites under trees while others feature more open, meadow-like settings.
"There are certainly some that are better situated than others regarding size, shade, and other amenities--but the entire campground is nice."
"Easy access to a lot of trails. The view from the campground is nice and relaxing. Some sites are very tight and close to each other. Some are spacious enough."
from $35 - $45 / night
Check Availability"Good size dog park for the pets to run and be free, as well as plenty of fun activities to entertain the kiddos."
"My family checked in from just a 30 minute drive from our home due to evacuations taking place in Santa Rosa due to fires."
"This campsite is centrally located on the peninsula. Access to several roadside dog friendly beaches within minutes. The bay and the beach are within walking distance to campground."
"It's situated in a wooded area so there is a lot of shade on hot days and its inland enough that it's blocked from the wind. The bathrooms have flush toilets and are well maintained."
from $45 / night
Check Availability"Great spot to camp and explore the Santa Rosa area. No hook ups but there is a spot to fill fresh water tank and a dump station. Sites are well spaced and very clean."
"It’s close to the entrance but the driveway only had a slight grade. Mostly folks with trailers. The sites are not too close together but it is easy to see into the surrounding neighbors."
from $35 / night
Check Availability"They have an amazing Laundry room that gets cleaned practically everyday and a little dog park that is the only dog park my Mufasa can go to."
"Very quiet and there's lots of trails to walk. Easy walking around the lake."
from $33 - $70 / night
Check Availability"Awesome river access, and a short drive to restaurants or the beach. Clean bathrooms and a ton of amenities. The dog parks were clutch, since my dog needs to run."
"We waited behind a dozen cars to check in, was not bad. But when we went to spot, another car there so back to the clerk we went..."
"We stayed here for a night at the tail end of a December California adventure before flying out of SFO the next day."
"Easy access to the beach, lots of day use areas all around this park, and bonus: a dog beach that was available on a trial basis when we were there- dogs got to run free on this little patch of enclosed"
"There are a variety of campsites, and they are many - we camp as close to the ocean as possible in the meadow area."
"Such an amazing location! We stayed in the Meadow View sites cause most of them were available but after walking through the campground that's where I would go back."
"This is a great place right near the Russian river. The sites closer to river road do have quite a bit of road noise but the ones further in are great!"
"Location location location…. The Schoolhouse Canyon Campground is located about 400 yards off the Russian River / 1/2 mile down the road from the Korbel Winery (amazing deli!!!)"
from $48 / night
Check Availability"This campground is less than an hours drive from San Francisco. It is along Sir Francis Drake Boulevard which takes you through a bunch of very cute tiny towns."
"Scenic, quiet, dog friendly and close to awesome swimming holes. We booked the MG2 group site and worth the $. It was tucked away and heaven."
from $35 - $225 / night
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LegendClose to Santa Rosa up a long windy road sites Sugarloaf Ridge park. A pretty popular place, even in November. Lots to do here. Hiking, biking trails. Many families camping. The campsites backed into an are with big rocks that kids had fun climbing on. (My cat too!)
Lots of birds in the area. I made a reservtion for one night and got the second night as a walk in.
GuideThis KOA is pretty big with plenty of options for RV sites. Wide variety of full hook-ups or partial hook-ups. Like most (if not all) KOAs, you can also tent camp or tent cabins. Good size dog park for the pets to run and be free, as well as plenty of fun activities to entertain the kiddos. For us, this is a great spot to shoot down the highway and pull in for a few days to get away from the hustle and bustle of normal life! Close to downtown Petaluma with plenty of premium shops and restaurants.
TravelerGood overall area not many spots to camp around the sonoma area lots of great seafood close by area stay nice and cool santa rosa was 91 amd while the campsite stayed a cool 65 pretty much the whole time we were here
RangerSpring Lake is a local destination for summertime fun and cooling off. This regional park is located on the southeast edge of the city of Santa Rosa and is surrounded on three sides by neighborhoods. That being said, this park is nice and while you won't feel far from civilization, it's a nice spot to spend a weekend.
Connected to Spring Lake Regional Park to the west is Howarth Park, a small city park offering a train ride, carousel, jump house, petting zoo and pony rides. The park also has multiple tennis courts, some trails as well as Lake Ralphine where you can fish, SUP, or bring your own boat. If you are interested in paddling however I would recommend Spring Lake, which is much larger giving you more areas to explore.
Connected to the west of Spring Lake is Trione-Annadel State Park, a wildly popular spot for local mountain bikers. In fact, as a hiker I tend to avoid Annadel because there are so many mountain bikers, many of whom unfortunately ride as if there is no chance of them coming upon a hiker. That said, there are miles upon miles of trails in to explore Annadel State Park.
Camping at Spring Lake is fine, but reminds me of bit of a KOA with the way it’s set up. All campsites are in a couple of small loops centered around bathrooms and showers with most all of the sites being set up for RVs. There are a few tent sites, but it just doesn’t feel like camping to me personally.
Recently they have added cabins which look really cool, but I have not stayed in one yet.
TravelerWe were safe and enjoyed being in town close to my husband’s ortho while we waited to hear from the testing. That is the positive. The camp hosts here are about as lazy as I’ve seen. They wait until you’ve parked, leveled, slides out and set up until they inform you that you need to park your rig between the ( hardly noticeable) white lines. The sites have weeds, are gravel and most have no shade. But it’s close to Trader Joe’s and Costco. Sonoma county needs to find some camp hosts that would be helpful to the hook up process. Santa Rosa is a lovely town, and even through the COVID pandemic, everyone was wonderful. ( except the camp hosts) Beware.
GuideGreat spot to camp and explore the Santa Rosa area. No hook ups but there is a spot to fill fresh water tank and a dump station. Sites are well spaced and very clean. Will get weekend locals so you will likely hear people having fun :) My go to in the area.
ScoutMy family checked in from just a 30 minute drive from our home due to evacuations taking place in Santa Rosa due to fires. Petaluma KOA told us to head on in and check in with no minimum night stay and we were able to go home a day early than we had planned and paid for, and our money was refunded for that night. Thank you for being there for us during these crazy times. My kids were able to swim after zoom/school and get their minds off of why we left home. We’ll be back just for fun next time. Beautiful grounds!
GuideThe campground at Sugarloaf Ridge State Park offers a range of decent sites. There are certainly some that are better situated than others regarding size, shade, and other amenities--but the entire campground is nice. Well maintained, and located in a State Park that is run by a non-profit "Team Sugarloaf". Sonoma Creek runs along the campground and there is a waterfall a short hike away. There are showers for a quarter per minute, if you want to freshen up after a big hike like to the peak of Bald Mt. Visitor's Center has educational displays, maps, and a variety of items for sale. Ice and fire wood available. Each site has a table and fire pit. Great little get away spot that feels farther in the wilderness than it is at all. Close to Sonoma and Santa Rosa. Year-round camping--beautiful in all seasons.
There is also an observatory in the park, one Saturday night per month the hold "Star Parties" and for just $2 you can spend the evening looking through great telescopes and learning about space from experts. Kids are free! It is walking distance from the campground. If you have flashlights that have a red night-vision setting, those are recommended to use there--otherwise they'll give you red cellophane to cover your light so that it doesn't interfere with star viewing.
TravelerWe love this park, we are full timers with a severely autistic son and this park has plenty of spots so we usually dont have neighbors. They have an amazing Laundry room that gets cleaned practically everyday and a little dog park that is the only dog park my Mufasa can go to. The park itself is like a little slice of heaven and surrounded by the town so nothing is that far away. It is 5 min away from the Planet fitness and it is quiet and has a night security guard too.
Seasonal camping conditions vary greatly across Sonoma County with inland campgrounds around Santa Rosa reaching 90°F in summer while coastal sites remain foggy with temperatures in the mid-60s. Many dog friendly campgrounds near Santa Rosa accommodate pets in both tent and RV sites, though specific amenities and trail access differ based on location. Winter camping presents different challenges with most campgrounds open year-round but requiring preparation for rain and cooler overnight temperatures.
Stargazing at the observatory: Sugarloaf Ridge State Park Campground features the Robert Ferguson Observatory where visitors can join organized night hikes. One camper shares, "We went on a night hike for a star gazing tour and had a great time!" The observatory hosts regular astronomy events suitable for all ages.
Floating the Russian River: Schoolhouse Canyon Campground provides direct access to the Russian River with tubes available for rent. A visitor notes, "We spent most of our days down on the beach and floating," while another mentions you can "Go to the wharf near by to pick up some live crab to boil over the fire."
Exploring coastal trails: Samuel P. Taylor State Park Campground offers miles of hiking trails through redwoods with a paved path running along the creek. A camper explains, "There is also a paved path that runs for at least a mile or so along the creek, that used to be the old railroad line through that area."
Wildlife watching: Bodega Dunes Campground provides excellent opportunities to observe coastal wildlife. One visitor notes they saw "a few foxes, or the same fox a few times, so make sure to keep camp sites clean," while hiking trails offer views of marine life.
Private beaches: Casini Ranch Family Campground offers river access with its own beach area. A camper reports, "The beach is just for guests of the campsite right across river road," providing a less crowded experience compared to public beaches.
Large campsites: Many campers appreciate the generous spacing at certain locations. At Casini Ranch, a visitor mentioned, "Sites are HUGE! We had plenty of room for our trailer, tent, corn hole, and more," making it ideal for families with multiple tents or larger setups.
Winter camping options: Most campgrounds in the region remain open year-round, offering different experiences across seasons. A camper at Spring Lake Regional Park shared, "This was a great campground to come on a winter weekend. Only 90 minutes from home to site," noting the convenience for off-season trips.
Protection from coastal wind: Doran Regional Park offers strategic protection from harsh coastal conditions. A visitor explained, "There are only a handful of tent only sites, most of which are secluded by trees," providing shelter from the consistent coastal winds.
Limited cell service: Connectivity varies widely between campgrounds. At Sugarloaf Ridge State Park Campground, "There is no cell coverage for any of the major providers, but free (slow) Wi-Fi covers half the camp, and premium Wi-Fi is available to purchase."
Varying shower systems: Most campgrounds offer showers, but payment systems differ. At Samuel P. Taylor, "Coin operated showers were also a treat," while one camper at Spring Lake Regional Park noted "free cold showers or quarters for hot showers."
Seasonal water access: Water activities may be restricted during certain times. At Samuel P. Taylor, "Access to the creek is seasonally restricted for spawning, and I believe that goes from spring to about mid June or July."
Wildlife precautions: Multiple campgrounds report active wildlife. A visitor at Bodega Dunes Campground noted, "We did see a few foxes," while another at Samuel P. Taylor mentioned "Raccoons, Chipmunks and Blue Jays were NOT SHY but also not a harrowing issue."
Family-friendly activities: San Francisco North-Petaluma KOA offers numerous structured activities for children. A camper shares, "Playgrounds, swimming pool, lots of space to run and scream," while another mentioned "giant bounce area" among the amenities.
Educational opportunities: Sugarloaf Ridge State Park Campground provides nature programs specifically designed for children. A visitor noted, "Ask about the free quest hike. They send you on an adventure hike and there is treasure at the end of it," creating an engaging experience for younger campers.
Beach camping with kids: Doran Regional Park offers ideal conditions for families with younger children. A visitor explained, "The beach is wide, flat and great for families," noting the gentle water conditions in the protected cove.
Noise considerations: Some campgrounds enforce strict noise regulations while others are more flexible. At Schoolhouse Canyon Campground, "Radios aren't allowed, so if you are looking to party late into the night this isn't the spot for you," making it ideal for families seeking quiet evenings.
Site selection strategy: At Bodega Dunes Campground, "They are generally smaller pull-in sites geared more toward tents, vans, and small travel trailers. There are just a handful of sites that can accommodate bigger RVs."
Water and electrical considerations: San Francisco North-Petaluma KOA offers full hookup sites but with some limitations on space. A camper noted, "Had a pull through FHU site. Pretty narrow. Seems like a common theme."
Dump station availability: Not all campgrounds with RV sites offer dump stations. At Casini Ranch Family Campground, one RVer was pleasantly surprised when "The host says they will come around in the morning and empty our tanks! No need to hook up our sewer hose!"
Solar power options: Tree coverage impacts solar charging capabilities. At Samuel P. Taylor, "Because of the amazing redwood canopy, it might be hard to get good sun for solar in most of the sites," requiring alternative power planning for RVers relying on solar.
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