Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Watsonville, CA

Looking for the best campgrounds near Watsonville, CA? Enjoy the scenic camping, fun activities, and sights and sounds of Watsonville. At The Dyrt, campers like you share their favorite spots, plus tips and photos. No matter where you're headed in Watsonville, you'll find the best spot for you and your camping crew.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Watsonville, California (96)

    1. New Brighton State Beach Campground

    44 Reviews
    Capitola, CA
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (831) 464-6330

    $35 - $185 / night

    "Camped with electricity and water, situated on a bluff near the ocean. Easy walking distance to the water, nice roomy campsites with fire rings and tables. Not too close to other campers."

    "Not sure why the reserve california site says every SP or SB on the coast has 0 sites for the foreseeable future, but we decided to take our chances. Yes!"

    2. Mount Madonna County Park

    31 Reviews
    Gilroy, CA
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (408) 842-2341

    "There are plenty of trails to hike, as well as equestrian trails. No bikes on trails though."

    "This campground is tucked away between Watsonville, CA and Gilroy, CA in a small stand of second growth redwwoods. They have one loop of rv sites and three other loops of gorgeous tent sites."

    3. Sunset State Beach

    27 Reviews
    Watsonville, CA
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (831) 763-7063

    "Dogs can be allowed on beach if you go to the right of the main entrance. No dogs to the left.  Camp sites vary but the best loop is South Loop. Some with ocean views but those are hard to reserve. "

    "The beach only allows dogs in one location and you need to drive to it. There are stairs to the trail from Dune Camp but dogs are not allowed there because it is a Plover nesting site."

    4. Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park Campground

    42 Reviews
    Mount Hermon, CA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (831) 438-2396

    $7 - $35 / night

    "Dogs allowed, but can’t bring them into bathrooms. Flush toilets and coin showers, I think about 1 quarter per minute."

    "This is a nice campground in a great part of California with lots of hiking and beaches nearby. The bathrooms were clean and well kept."

    5. Santa Cruz/Monterey Bay KOA Holiday

    16 Reviews
    Freedom, CA
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (831) 722-0551

    "Lots of activities for kids, convenient location for area attractions, pet friendly. Local roads to the KOA were in pretty bad condition."

    "We had a campfire and relaxed outside at night. The temperature was perfect. We didn’t have to run the A/C at all."

    6. Moss Landing KOA Express

    18 Reviews
    Moss Landing, CA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (831) 633-6800

    $69 - $80 / night

    "Small space to walk dogs.

    Campground is directly adjacent to the parking lot and marina from which multiple boats sail for whale watching trips."

    "Park is well maintained easy access to sites several cool places to eat close by"

    7. Manresa State Beach Campground

    8 Reviews
    Freedom, CA
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (831) 761-1795

    $35 / night

    "Short walk from parking to camp sites. Clean bathrooms. Water spigot at many sites, Wi-Fi is pretty variable at different place around the campsites."

    "Beautiful views of the ocean just steps from your tent. During the summer months, whales and dolphins can be seen cruising through the ocean around sunset."

    8. Uvas Canyon County Park

    9 Reviews
    New Almaden, CA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (408) 779-9232

    $34 / night

    "Uvas Canyon County Park https://www.sccgov.org/sites/parks/parkfinder/pages/uvascanyon.aspx is located about 15 miles west of Gilroy, on the east side of the Santa Cruz Mountains."

    "This is a great spot for people looking to get away and camp but not trying to drive for 3-4 hours to do so."

    9. Sunset State Beach Campground

    5 Reviews
    Watsonville, CA
    4 miles

    $35 - $335 / night

    "But overall, still very nice, and it's a nice walk to the beach. Dogs are allowed on the beach."

    "I will say, there is practically no service. which personally i enjoy because you get to be away from the world for a couple of days. the walk to the beach from the site i was in was also sort of a trek"

    10. Santa Cruz Redwoods RV Resort

    19 Reviews
    Felton, CA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (831) 335-8312

    "Do not take highway 9 from Santa Cruz as the RV park will tell you. Our car navigation changed our route even after we were approaching 17 north. Keep your eyes out for the highway signs."

    "Sites surrounded by redwoods, friendly helpful staff, close to attractions."

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Watsonville, CA

962 Reviews of 96 Watsonville Campgrounds



Guide to Watsonville

Discovering pet-friendly camping options near Watsonville, California, allows you to enjoy the great outdoors without leaving your furry friends behind. With a variety of campgrounds that welcome pets, you can create unforgettable memories together.

Pet owners like the amenities offered at these campgrounds

Tips for camping with dogs near Watsonville

  • Always keep your dog on a leash while exploring the trails at Coyote Lake Harvey Bear Ranch County Park to ensure their safety and the comfort of other campers.
  • Bring plenty of water and snacks for your pet when visiting Cotillion Gardens RV Park, as some areas may not have immediate access to fresh water.
  • Make sure to clean up after your pet to maintain the cleanliness of the campgrounds, especially at Uvas Canyon County Park, where wildlife is abundant.

Dog-friendly activities while camping near Watsonville

  • Enjoy scenic hikes with your dog at Henry W. Coe State Park, where you can explore numerous trails surrounded by nature.
  • Spend a day at the beach with your pet at Sunset State Beach, where dogs are allowed in designated areas, making it a great spot for fun in the sun.
  • Participate in outdoor games and activities at Santa Cruz Redwoods RV Resort, which offers a family-friendly atmosphere perfect for pets and their owners.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Watsonville, CA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Watsonville, CA is New Brighton State Beach Campground with a 4.5-star rating from 44 reviews.

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