Best Tent Camping near Walnut Creek, CA

Whether you're a tent camper, an RVer, or just passing through, Walnut Creek, CA has a lot to offer. Walnut Creek is filled with the activities, sights, and experiences to make everyone in your crew a happy camper. You're sure to find the perfect campground for your Walnut Creek camping trip.

Best Tent Sites Near Walnut Creek, California (39)

    1. Juniper Campground — Mount Diablo State Park

    2 Reviews
    Diablo, CA
    6 miles

    $30 / night

    "We didn’t have a reservation, but got 1 upon arrival around 2pm. Our site had nearby bathrooms, showers & trash. It included picnic table, fire pit, food storage boxes, & is very spacious."

    2. Tilden Regional Park

    4 Reviews
    Kensington, CA
    11 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."

    3. Briones Regional Park

    1 Review
    Pleasant Hill, CA
    7 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."

    4. Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve

    1 Review
    Orinda, CA
    9 miles
    +1 (888) 327-2757

    "The Sibley backpack camp is a small, primitive hike-in site for a maximum of 15 campers (although this would be super cramped in my opinion, unless it a bunch of small kids), a moderate 0.2 mile walk from"

    5. Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park

    1 Review
    Piedmont, CA
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 327-2757

    $75 / night

    "Magical :) I feel at Peace at Such a Beautiful Location. Its a Must see."

    6. Las Trampas Regional Wilderness

    1 Review
    Alamo, CA
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 327-2757

    $75 / night

    7. Sunrise Campground — Angel Island State Park

    9 Reviews
    Tiburon, CA
    21 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!"

    8. Morgan Territory Regional Preserve

    1 Review
    Brentwood, CA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 327-2757

    9. Garin Regional Park

    2 Reviews
    Union City, CA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 327-2757

    $100 / night

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

    10. Pantoll Campground — Mount Tamalpais State Park

    15 Reviews
    Stinson Beach, CA
    31 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."

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Tent Camping Reviews near Walnut Creek, CA

610 Reviews of 39 Walnut Creek Campgrounds



Guide to Walnut Creek

Tent camping near Walnut Creek, California, offers a variety of scenic locations perfect for outdoor enthusiasts looking to immerse themselves in nature.

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

  • The Sunrise Campground — Angel Island State Park provides a unique experience with stunning views of the Bay, though it’s essential to reserve in advance due to its popularity.
  • At Rob Hill Campground, group sites can accommodate up to 30 people, making it ideal for gatherings, with a reservation cost of around $125.
  • For a more budget-friendly option, Coyote Hills Regional Park offers a clean and accessible camping experience, perfect for families.

Tent campers should check out Angel Island State Park

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular tent campsite near Walnut Creek, CA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Walnut Creek, CA is Juniper Campground — Mount Diablo State Park with a 4-star rating from 2 reviews.

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