Best Cabin Camping near Smith River, CA

Several cabin accommodations are available near Smith River, California in campgrounds surrounded by redwood forests. Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park offers cabins within old-growth redwoods, while Ramblin' Redwoods Campground provides cabin rentals with full electricity and bathrooms. Most cabins include basic furnishings but limited kitchen facilities, typically featuring a microwave, mini-refrigerator, and outdoor picnic table. The cabins at Village Camper Inn RV Park include electric hookups and access to shared restroom facilities. "The campground is truly in the woods. Most sites are very shady and spacious. Bathrooms and showers are clean. 2 washers and dryers available as well," noted one visitor about Ramblin' Redwoods.

Rustic cabin options in the area range from simple one-room structures to more deluxe accommodations with separate sleeping areas. Reservations are essential, particularly during summer months when cabins book quickly. Most cabin locations permit pets for an additional fee, though policies vary by campground. The cabins at Mystic Forest RV Park accommodate small families and include electric hookups and picnic tables. Seasonal availability differs between locations, with some sites like Village Camper Inn operating year-round while others have limited winter operations. A guest commented, "The house is cozy and feels very homey. Make sure you bring plenty of wood if you come in the fall or winter."

Most cabins provide beds with mattresses but require guests to bring their own bedding, pillows, and towels. Kitchen supplies are rarely included, so visitors should pack cooking utensils, plates, and cutlery if planning to prepare meals. Several campgrounds feature on-site markets with basic provisions, including firewood and camping necessities. Cooking facilities vary from simple fire pits with grates to outdoor barbecues, while indoor cooking is typically limited to microwaves or hot plates. Ludlum House, a unique cabin rental option, provides more space for larger groups but minimal furnishings—one review noted there is "no furniture to lounge or sleep in, must bring your own."

Best Cabin Sites Near Smith River, California (36)

    1. Harris Beach State Park Campground

    109 Reviews
    Brookings, OR
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 469-2021

    $24 - $67 / night

    "My family and I got a Yurt here and enjoyed this park. One thing I found weird was the yurt only had a code and no key, we found it frustrating using a code to go in and out every time."

    "Harris Beach is the last state park campground before you hit California heading south."

    2. Jedidiah Smith Campground — Redwood National Park

    56 Reviews
    Hiouchi, CA
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 444-7275

    "Campground is large and had several sites available when we were there. The sites were spacious, beautiful, quiet, and clean. Each hosts a bear locker, fire pit, and picnic table."

    "Beautiful sites and awesome to set up my tent right next to giant Redwoods! The campground runs along the Smith river, which is beautiful in its own right!"

    3. Alfred A. Loeb State Park Campground

    21 Reviews
    Brookings, OR
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 469-7215

    $26 - $64 / night

    "Have stayed at Loeb many times over the past 37 years -- tent camping, cabin camping, and now tent-trailering -- and it has been fun every time. The showers are great."

    "Stayed in a cabin and it was beautiful. The front porch provided a fabulous view to the Chetco River.  If you fish and don't have a trailer or camper these cabins are perfect."

    4. Ramblin' Redwoods Campground & RV Park

    12 Reviews
    Fort Dick, CA
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (707) 487-7404

    $39 - $204 / night

    "Camping at Rambling Redwoods offers a unique experience, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in nature, surrounded by the majestic Redwoods."

    "This campground is surrounded by old growth redwoods. Bathrooms and showers are super clean and taken care of daily. They have a laundry room that’s open 24 hours a day ."

    5. Redwood Meadows RV Resort

    13 Reviews
    Hiouchi, CA
    10 miles
    +1 (707) 954-3310

    $28 - $66 / night

    "Great location in heart of Jedediah Smith Redwood State Park with easy access to the Smith River. Very clean and medium spacious RV sites."

    "This RV Resort has tent sites, RV sites, Yurt, 2 Cabin appartments to rent for vacations."

    6. Village Camper Inn RV Park

    8 Reviews
    Crescent City, CA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (707) 464-3544

    "There’s a spot for nearly everyone here! The showers and bathrooms are in the center of the campground, so it’s a bit of a walk from the tent sites near the entrance so plan for that."

    "Great third generation family run park, RVs and tents, many redwoods and five minutes to the beach."

    7. Ludlum House

    5 Reviews
    Smith River, CA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 247-3600

    $125 / night

    "Great secluded location. Lots of room for big family gatherings, plenty room for 2-3 RVs to park on the property. There are horseshoe pits on the grounds."

    "The yard around it is big enough for dogs to run around happily.(Mine did) The house is cozy and feels very homey. Make sure you bring plenty of wood if you come in the fall or winter."

    8. AtRivers Edge RV Resort

    5 Reviews
    Brookings, OR
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 469-3356

    "From cabins, yurts, teepees and camps spots. Only slight problem is no pets allowed in cabins, yurts, or teepees"

    "Cabin bathrooms could be cleaned more. Large bathroom in office building is immaculate. Water pressure super low at campsite so we used the showers, 25 cents for 8 minutes."

    9. Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park Campground

    1 Review
    Hiouchi, CA
    9 miles

    $35 - $80 / night

    "Campground is co-operated by State Park and National Park Service... therefore will receive National Park Access Pass discounts!  A lovely campground nestled in the redwoods with river access. "

    10. Mystic Forest RV Park

    14 Reviews
    Klamath, CA
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (707) 482-4901

    $48 - $64 / night

    "General: RV sites with water and electric hookups plus tent sites and what looked like a cabin located along Route 101 in northern California not too far from the Oregon border."

    "Great stay in quiet and secluded section of the property. Loved the fire pit, quiet, and hot shower to start the morning."

Show More
Showing results 1-10 of 36 campgrounds

2025 Detourist Giveaway

Presented byToyota Trucks

Review Campgrounds. Win Prizes.

Enter to Win


Cabin Reviews near Smith River, CA

411 Reviews of 36 Smith River Campgrounds


  • S
    Aug. 22, 2017

    Alfred A. Loeb State Park Campground

    My favorite campground

    Have stayed at Loeb many times over the past 37 years -- tent camping, cabin camping, and now tent-trailering -- and it has been fun every time.

    The showers are great. Short walk to the super-clean Chetco River for swimming and salamander-camping. Twenty minute drive to the ocean beaches. Good hosts. Fun watching kids ride their bikes around and around. Grassy park-lawn section for croquet or bocce ball.

  • M
    Jul. 13, 2021

    Redwood Meadows RV Resort

    Great Northern CA Redwood Spot

    Great location in heart of Jedediah Smith Redwood State Park with easy access to the Smith River. Very clean and medium spacious RV sites. We stayed in the C loop and had our own picnic table and fire ring. Host was able to get two spots next to each other so our two trailers were together. Price was very reasonable.

  • Alicia F.
    Nov. 1, 2018

    Oceanside RV Park

    Awesome Tent 🏕 Camping!

    This is mostly an RV Park and cabin rentals but there are 4 tent spots right on the beach that are phenomenal. You feel like you have your own place on the beach. You do have to walk your stuff there but it’s totally worth it. The first night was great but the second night was a torrential downpour that woke us up. Definitely hit or miss with rain but absolutely a great find. They have large family yurts and cabins to get away from the rain but these tent sites are my favorite!

  • Stephen T.
    Nov. 4, 2023

    Harris Beach State Park Campground

    Good place to yurt or camp.

    My family and I got a Yurt here and enjoyed this park. One thing I found weird was the yurt only had a code and no key, we found it frustrating using a code to go in and out every time. It is a very large park so make sure you have a park map(I’ll add one with the pictures). The privacy is kind of there, you can still hear your neighbors, but can get privacy while on your porch. Tent sites had very little privacy like most coast places. There are only 3 pet friendly yurts so keep that in mind. There are playgrounds, and other places to do activities. There are also multiple quick ways to the beach. Showers are locker room style and are segregated male and female. One negative I saw was they don’t really prioritize cleanliness there.

  • L
    Oct. 6, 2018

    Jedidiah Smith Campground — Redwood National Park

    Sleep among the giants

    Staying at the Jedidiah Smith Campground is one of the most incredible experiences I've ever had. My partner and I drove up from San Francisco and were able to get a first come first serve site in the center of the campground. Campground is large and had several sites available when we were there. The sites were spacious, beautiful, quiet, and clean. Each hosts a bear locker, fire pit, and picnic table. One of the best parts of this campground is its proximity to the Smith River, which is gorgeous. There are scenic trails that connect to the campground as well as several near by. There's nothing quite like the experience of sleeping next to the ancient giants-- it's a must!

  • Rochelle L.
    Dec. 16, 2018

    Redwood Meadows RV Resort

    Redwoods, creek side, ponds, Recreation room, Quiet, Friendly

    This RV Resort has tent sites, RV sites, Yurt, 2 Cabin appartments to rent for vacations. The park has basketball court, recreational room with pool table, TV with cable, books and board games, laundry room $1.25 to wash & $.25 to dry, rest rooms and showers $0.50 a token for 6 minutes of hot water. Come see for yourself, enjoy the Redwoods and about 15 to 25 minutes to town of Crescent City and ocean. Smith River is close by as well.

  • Lauren L.
    Oct. 18, 2017

    Jedidiah Smith Campground — Redwood National Park

    Giant redwoods in the autumn

    I visited here for one night in October and it was very quiet. Only 10 other campsites being used. The campground is quite large, however a few loops were closed for post season construction. Beautiful sites and awesome to set up my tent right next to giant Redwoods!

    The campground runs along the Smith river, which is beautiful in its own right!

    All sites standard with bear box, fire ring and picnic table. Very clean bathrooms and showers. Quarter operated showers. $8/bundle of wood. $35/night. Cash or check only!!

    Dont miss the Boy Scout Trail just a few minutes down the road and the Stout Memorial Grove across the river.

  • Aaron D.
    Feb. 13, 2020

    AtRivers Edge RV Resort

    Great spot

    Good spot has almost everything. From cabins, yurts, teepees and camps spots. Only slight problem is no pets allowed in cabins, yurts, or teepees

  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 25, 2023

    Mystic Forest RV Park

    Family-owned RV park

    General: RV sites with water and electric hookups plus tent sites and what looked like a cabin located along Route 101 in northern California not too far from the Oregon border. Although located right on the highway, the RV sites are tucked far enough back that road noise is not an issue. We had our choice of assigned site (13) or one of the few other available sites. We ended up taking Site 19, one of the other choices so that our van door would not open directly into the slide out of the RV in the next site. 

    Site Quality: Sites are on grass with no defined camper pads. Sites 15-21 are a little wonky in that the hookups are on the left side; we were able to thread our electric cord underneath our van to reach them. Most but not all sites had picnic tables (ours did not but we were just passing through for one night so not a big deal). As is typical of RV parks, sites are close together with little to no separation between them. We chose Site 19 because it had trees on one side, providing us with partial privacy. 

    Bath/Shower House: Two stalls and two showers – both were very clean but did not use the shower so cannot comment on how well it worked. 

    Activities/Amenities: Laundry (main reason in addition to the convenient location we booked this RV park). You reserve a time and then get the key from the office. There is an 18-hole mini golf course, but it looked quite worn so we passed. There are horseshoe pits and a swing set. There is also a small store with gifts and other basic sundries.

    Patrick and Maya are new owners since April 2023, and we were greeted very warmly by Patrick. Later while doing laundry, I had a nice conversation with Maya. They live on-site with their two young children and the store/office is open 9 am– 9 pm. Honestly, this is why I gave this place 4 stars. This was a good overnight stay for us and worked well for us to catch up on laundry while at our campsite.


Guide to Smith River

Cabins near Smith River, California offer secluded woodland accommodations in the heart of California's northern coast, where the Smith River meets the Pacific. Situated in Del Norte County at elevations between sea level and 300 feet, the area receives over 70 inches of annual rainfall, creating a lush, temperate rainforest climate ideal for year-round cabin stays. Average summer temperatures hover around 65°F with winter lows rarely dropping below 40°F.

What to Do

River activities: The Smith River provides excellent opportunities for fishing, swimming, and kayaking. "The Chetco River is just gorgeous, lots of rain but if you're ok with that then this park is amazing in the winter," notes a visitor to Alfred A. Loeb State Park Campground. The river's clear waters are perfect for summer recreation.

Hiking through ancient forests: Many cabin accommodations are situated near hiking trails that wind through old-growth redwoods. A visitor at Jedidiah Smith Campground mentioned, "Hiking trails were great and maintained. The scouts trail was the busiest by far."

Beach exploration: Most cabin locations are within 20 minutes of Pacific Ocean beaches. "We went in August and the ocean air kept the forest at a comfortable temperature. There's lots of exploring in the area and ranger led river trips," shared a camper at Jedidiah Smith Campground.

What Campers Like

Privacy between sites: Many cabins offer separated spaces with natural barriers. A visitor at Ramblin' Redwoods noted, "Most sites are very shady and spacious," highlighting the natural setting.

Clean facilities: Bathroom and shower access is important to cabin guests. "The bathrooms and showers are super clean and taken care of daily. They have a laundry room that's open 24 hours a day," mentioned a guest at Ramblin' Redwoods Campground & RV Park.

Proximity to attractions: Cabins serve as excellent base camps for exploring the region. "The location of this park is absolutely perfect. The redwoods are right down the road. Crescent City is super close for beach adventures. A short drive up the road for a river day," commented a camper at Redwood Meadows RV Resort.

What You Should Know

Seasonal considerations: Winter stays require additional preparation. "The house is cozy and feels very homey. Make sure you bring plenty of wood if you come in the fall or winter," noted a visitor at AtRivers Edge RV Resort, where cabins are available year-round.

Limited amenities: Most cabin accommodations provide basics but require guests to bring supplies. "Each site comes with a fire pit w/ grill and picnic table" mentions a visitor to Harris Beach State Park Campground, but be prepared to bring your own linens and cooking equipment.

Reservation requirements: Advance planning is essential, especially in summer months. "Campground is a very popular spot, located on the north side of the Redwoods National and State Parks. The sites are decently sized, accommodating two to three tents," shared a camper at Jedidiah Smith Campground.

Varying cabin types: Options range from rustic to more equipped. "The cabins all face the river and are really nice and cozy. The sites are nice and clean and mostly all level," explained a visitor to Alfred A. Loeb State Park Campground, though amenities vary significantly between locations.

Tips for Camping with Families

Kid-friendly activities: Look for cabins with nearby recreational options. "Great campsite for kids and family. There is a fantastic playground and the Rangers hold Junior Ranger activities twice a day," mentioned a camper at Harris Beach State Park Campground.

River access for children: Safe swimming areas are important for families. At Alfred A. Loeb State Park Campground, a visitor noted, "The fresh water river leading to the ocean is awesome and kids can swim across with no problem. Another huge bonus is you are minutes away from the beach."

Spacious sites: Families need room to spread out. At Mystic Forest RV Park, a camper shared, "Our site was large, quiet/secluded, and near the access to the .5 mile hike path within the park. The park is nearby all the access points for the different Redwood must-see sights."

Tips from RVers

Access considerations: Check road conditions and site specifications before booking. "The spots can be a little tricky to get into and those with larger rigs should contact the management office to ensure they can fit and maneuver properly but we saw plenty of huge Class As and triple axle 5th wheels," advised a visitor to Redwood Meadows RV Resort.

Cabin alternatives: Some RV parks offer excellent cabin options with more amenities. "The campground provides a variety of amenities, including a playground and horseshoe pits, as well as a dog wash area for your furry friends. Well-maintained bathrooms and showers featuring good water pressure—a welcome comfort in the great outdoors," noted a camper at Ramblin' Redwoods Campground & RV Park.

Utility access: Many cabins offer partial hookups. "Great RV resort in Jedediah Smith Redwood State Park. Very clean and nice sized RV and Tent sites," commented a visitor to Redwood Meadows RV Resort, which offers similar amenities for their cabin rentals.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular cabin campsite near Smith River, CA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Smith River, CA is Harris Beach State Park Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 109 reviews.

What is the best site to find cabin camping near Smith River, CA?

TheDyrt.com has all 36 cabin camping locations near Smith River, CA, with real photos and reviews from campers.