Stay in an RV, Tent, or Cabin near San Mateo, California, United States

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Top Campgrounds near San Mateo

72 campgrounds 108 available sites

Kit Fox RV Park

Patterson, CA · 63.2 mi from San Mateo

4.6 (5 reviews)

  • Potable Water
  • Wi Fi
  • Pet friendly
  • Pull Through Site

Oak Shores Day Use Area (CA)

Napa, CA · 69.1 mi from San Mateo

4.2 (21 reviews)

Lake Berryessa, located east of Napa Valley, offers a variety of recreational activities such as fishing, boating, swimming, and hiking. The area features the Dufer Point Visitor Center, which hosts year-round educational events and exhibits. Mana...

  • Potable Water
  • Pet friendly
  • Lake Access

Explore San Mateo, CA

Population: 103,105

Nearby city: San Francisco, CA

Approx. 16 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 43 ft

Best Season: Spring, Summer, Fall

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Explore San Mateo, CA

Population: 103,105

Nearby city: San Francisco, CA

Approx. 16 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 43 ft

Best Season: Spring, Summer, Fall

About San Mateo, California

San Mateo sits between the San Francisco Bay and the Santa Cruz Mountains, making it a handy base for camping on the Peninsula. Outdoor stays near San Mateo put you close to bayfront paths at Coyote Point and the Bay Trail, the Crystal Springs corridor and Sawyer Camp Trail, and ridge hikes toward Sweeney Ridge and San Bruno Mountain. Head west over the hills for coastal beaches and bluffs around Half Moon Bay and Pacifica.

Campgrounds and outdoor stays near San Mateo tend to favor tent camping, with rates often starting around $105 and averaging about $105. Browse 65 options to find tent sites and low-key bases for hiking, cycling, and coastal day trips. RV parks are fewer on the Peninsula, so plan ahead if you need hookups or a larger rig. The Bay Area’s mild climate allows camping most of the year, though winter can bring rain and reduced availability. Pack layers, check fire restrictions, and book early for peak weekends.

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