Best Tent Camping near Vacaville, CA

Searching for the best camping near Vacaville, CA? Camping, hiking, biking: however you want to spend your days near Vacaville, you'll find great campgrounds with The Dyrt. You're sure to find the perfect spot for your California camping adventure.

Best Tent Sites Near Vacaville, California (25)

    1. Steele Canyon (formerly Lupine Shores)

    5 Reviews
    Yountville, CA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (707) 966-9192

    $5 - $55 / night

    "It got really cold at night (32 degrees), but my fault for not checking the weather. Beautiful views. Nice landscape. Spacious sites. There was no one else in the cluster of 6 spots that I stayed at."

    "Our favorite spot to take the kids to the lake. If your looking for something calm this is the spot at Lake Berryessa."

    2. Manzanita Canyon - Lake Berryessa - USBR

    2 Reviews
    Witter Springs, CA
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (707) 966-9088

    $5 - $37 / night

    "There’s a pretty awesome cliff jump nearby as well. Dogs are allowed. The lake is a very popular day use area as well. Does get very hot make sure you bring your bathing suit."

    3. Putah Canyon - Lake Berryessa USBR

    2 Reviews
    Witter Springs, CA
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (707) 966-9051

    "Loads of space, security driving around, noise limit is 10pm. Toilets are clean and trash cans are provided. They sell ice and propane on-site ."

    "Lake Berryessa is a large lake that has many turnouts to fish or even stop for a quick stretching of the legs , even saw a few turnouts with picnic tables and clean bathrooms."

    4. Delta Bay RV Resort

    2 Reviews
    Rio Vista, CA
    26 miles
    +1 (916) 777-5588

    5. Rancho Seco Recreation Area

    15 Reviews
    Herald, CA
    47 miles
    Website
    +1 (209) 748-2318

    "About 50 tent only sites, some just feet from the lake. RV sites are farther from the lake on mostly level gravel pads with picnic table, fire rings, and a trash can at each site."

    "I pitched a tent in site 43 right next to the lake. Excellent place."

    6. Steep Ravine Campground — Mount Tamalpais State Park

    15 Reviews
    Stinson Beach, CA
    49 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."

    7. Briones Regional Park

    1 Review
    Pleasant Hill, CA
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 327-2757

    $75 - $200 / night

    "A few low spots. Cleared 12' barely with minor scrapes. Good parking and turn around. Lots of opportunities for horse riders in area. Pets on leash."

    8. Pantoll Campground — Mount Tamalpais State Park

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

    $7 - $25 / night

    "Pantoll is a pretty campground located adjacent to the entrance to Mount Tamalpais.  You can hike to, bike to, take the bus to, or even drive to this campground.  "

    "Pantoll would be one of my favorite campgrounds of all time if not for the noise levels. One would think that quiet time would be respected in a backpackers campground, but not here."

    9. Sunrise Campground — Angel Island State Park

    9 Reviews
    Tiburon, CA
    43 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!"

    10. Tilden Regional Park

    4 Reviews
    Kensington, CA
    35 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 327-2757

    $75 - $120 / night

    "Tilden Park is perfect for anyone whose interested in wildlife and hiking in perfect climates. Tilden offers a lake in the middle to swim in and fish. The campsites have lots of fire pits."

    "Tilden is great for anyone looking for a close park right outside of the Berkeley/San Fran area. It is a rather large park area that overlooks Berkeley."

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Tent Camping Reviews near Vacaville, CA

572 Reviews of 25 Vacaville Campgrounds



Guide to Vacaville

Nestled in the heart of California, Vacaville offers a variety of tent camping options that allow you to immerse yourself in nature while enjoying the great outdoors.

Tips for tent camping near Vacaville

  • For a peaceful experience, consider camping at Steele Canyon (formerly Lupine Shores), where you can find secluded spots away from the crowds.
  • Bring plenty of water and supplies, as many sites, like Lower Hunting Creek Campground, do not have water hookups or firewood available.
  • Be prepared for varying weather conditions; nights can get chilly, especially at locations like Pleasure Cove Marina, where temperatures can drop significantly.

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Campground features to enhance your stay

  • At Putah Canyon - Lake Berryessa USBR, you'll find spacious sites with clean facilities, making it a comfortable choice for tent campers.
  • Briones Regional Park offers picnic tables and well-maintained trails, perfect for a day of hiking followed by a relaxing meal outdoors.
  • For those seeking a more rustic experience, Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve provides primitive camping with breathtaking views and access to numerous hiking trails.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular tent campsite near Vacaville, CA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Vacaville, CA is Steele Canyon (formerly Lupine Shores) with a 4.2-star rating from 5 reviews.

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