This KOA operates year-round with 55-foot maximum RV length and full hookups including electric, water, and sewer connections. The campground accommodates both drive-in and walk-in access, with reservations available for planning ahead.
The large facility draws families with children who take advantage of amenities like swimming pools, playgrounds, and weekend activities. Several campers note the campground feels more like "parked in a lot with a lot of other RV owners around you" than traditional camping, with sites positioned close together throughout the property. Patrick J. found "the streets all very tight for RV maneuvering" and observed that "the place was packed." Row A sites receive recommendations from visitors as being "a little more tucked away" compared to other sections.
Most sites feature pull-through configuration with fire pits and dual water faucets. The campground provides WiFi, though signal strength varies by location, while cell service receives average ratings from guests. A unique service involves a small tanker truck that makes morning rounds to empty tanks for sites without direct sewer connections. The facility maintains cleanliness standards and includes a dog park for pet owners.
Petaluma's downtown area sits nearby, offering restaurants and shopping options including both regular and outlet malls. The location serves as a base for exploring Sonoma County wineries, with day trips possible to coastal areas like Bodega Bay or recreational spots along the Russian River. For campers seeking different overnight options in the region, campsites outside Penngrove provide alternatives within the broader area.
Water quality testing by one visitor showed acceptable levels after filtration, though dissolved solids measured higher than other California locations. The combination of family-oriented amenities and proximity to wine country attractions makes this a functional stopping point for RV travelers.
Fee Info
Adults 18+, Kids 6-17, Free 0-5
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsSan Francisco North-Petaluma KOA is located in California near Penngrove
Directions
US 101 at Exit 476 - Penngrove. Most Northern Petaluma exit. Proceed to South/West side of freeway. Right turn on Stony Point Rd and left on Rainsville Rd.
Address
20 Rainsville Rd
Petaluma, CA 94952
Coordinates
38.27359157 N
122.67925655 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 21 usersLast on 5/7/26
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 22 usersLast on 5/7/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 4/19/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 21 usersLast on 5/7/26
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 22 usersLast on 5/7/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 4/19/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 9 min from Santa Rosa, CA
- 29 min from Vallejo, CA
- 33 min from Napa, CA
- 43 min from San Francisco, CA



























