Top Campgrounds near Santa Monica
Prado Regional Park
Anacapa Island
Anacapa Island, part of Channel Islands National Park, consists of three islets featuring dramatic sea cliffs, natural bridges, and diverse wildlife. Visitors can explore a two-mile trail system, enjoy coastal views from a campground, and observe ...
Mountain Oak
Mountain Oak Campground, located in the Angeles National Forest northwest of Los Angeles, offers a peaceful retreat from city life. It features opportunities for camping, hiking, picnicking, and wildlife viewing, as well as easy access to Jackson ...
Lake Campground
Lake Campground is a serene getaway located northeast of Los Angeles, nestled by Jackson Lake, ideal for fishing, swimming, and canoeing. It offers a picturesque setting within Angeles National Forest. Visitors can also explore the scenic Angeles ...
Peavine Campground
Peavine Campground, located northwest of Los Angeles, offers a serene spot for camping, hiking, and wildlife viewing. It is conveniently near Jackson Lake for fishing, canoeing, and swimming. Visitors can also explore the scenic Angeles Crest Scen...
Appletree Campground
Appletree Campground is a picturesque destination for camping, hiking, and wildlife viewing, located near the Big Pines Highway. It is conveniently close to Jackson Lake for fishing and water activities. The area features the Angeles Crest Scenic ...
Table Mountain (Angeles)
Table Mountain, located northwest of Los Angeles, offers a serene retreat with activities like hiking, mountain biking, and birding. Nestled in the expansive Angeles National Forest, it features stunning landscapes and extensive trails for outdoor...
Ventura Oaks
Honey Valley Group Campground
Wheeler Gorge
Wheeler Gorge Campground offers a year-round family-friendly experience in Los Padres National Forest. Visitors can enjoy informative tours by forest rangers at the nearby visitor center. The campground features beautiful views of a stream and exp...
Holiday Group Campground
Holiday Group Campground offers a serene natural retreat year-round, away from city life. It features various recreational activities such as hiking, biking, and horseback riding. The campground also has trails suited for off-road vehicle enthusia...
Westside Park
Santa Cruz Scorpion
Scorpion Canyon Campground on Santa Cruz Island offers stunning ocean views and a family-friendly atmosphere, located just a short hike from the pier and protected from strong winds. As the largest of California's Channel Islands, it boasts rich c...
Lake Of The Woods Mobile Village
Glen Helen Regional Park
Santa Cruz Del Norte Backcountry
Santa Cruz Island's Del Norte Campground offers a remote backcountry experience with stunning scenery, accessible only to experienced backpackers due to its rugged terrain and challenging weather. This unique campground, the island's only backcoun...
San Mateo Campground
The Holidays Bell Tents
Emerald Bay RV Park
Launch Pointe Recreation Destination & RV Park
Prado Regional Park
Anacapa Island
Anacapa Island, part of Channel Islands National Park, consists of three islets featuring dramatic sea cliffs, natural bridges, and diverse wildlife. Visitors can explore a two-mile trail system, enjoy coastal views from a campground, and observe ...
Mountain Oak
Mountain Oak Campground, located in the Angeles National Forest northwest of Los Angeles, offers a peaceful retreat from city life. It features opportunities for camping, hiking, picnicking, and wildlife viewing, as well as easy access to Jackson ...
Lake Campground
Lake Campground is a serene getaway located northeast of Los Angeles, nestled by Jackson Lake, ideal for fishing, swimming, and canoeing. It offers a picturesque setting within Angeles National Forest. Visitors can also explore the scenic Angeles ...
Peavine Campground
Peavine Campground, located northwest of Los Angeles, offers a serene spot for camping, hiking, and wildlife viewing. It is conveniently near Jackson Lake for fishing, canoeing, and swimming. Visitors can also explore the scenic Angeles Crest Scen...
Appletree Campground
Appletree Campground is a picturesque destination for camping, hiking, and wildlife viewing, located near the Big Pines Highway. It is conveniently close to Jackson Lake for fishing and water activities. The area features the Angeles Crest Scenic ...
Table Mountain (Angeles)
Table Mountain, located northwest of Los Angeles, offers a serene retreat with activities like hiking, mountain biking, and birding. Nestled in the expansive Angeles National Forest, it features stunning landscapes and extensive trails for outdoor...
Ventura Oaks
Honey Valley Group Campground
Wheeler Gorge
Wheeler Gorge Campground offers a year-round family-friendly experience in Los Padres National Forest. Visitors can enjoy informative tours by forest rangers at the nearby visitor center. The campground features beautiful views of a stream and exp...
Holiday Group Campground
Holiday Group Campground offers a serene natural retreat year-round, away from city life. It features various recreational activities such as hiking, biking, and horseback riding. The campground also has trails suited for off-road vehicle enthusia...
Westside Park
Santa Cruz Scorpion
Scorpion Canyon Campground on Santa Cruz Island offers stunning ocean views and a family-friendly atmosphere, located just a short hike from the pier and protected from strong winds. As the largest of California's Channel Islands, it boasts rich c...
Lake Of The Woods Mobile Village
Glen Helen Regional Park
Santa Cruz Del Norte Backcountry
Santa Cruz Island's Del Norte Campground offers a remote backcountry experience with stunning scenery, accessible only to experienced backpackers due to its rugged terrain and challenging weather. This unique campground, the island's only backcoun...
San Mateo Campground
The Holidays Bell Tents
Emerald Bay RV Park
Launch Pointe Recreation Destination & RV Park
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Santa Monica has 63 campgrounds and RV parks listed on OutReserve, ranging from full-hookup RV sites to rustic tent camping. Based on guest ratings, Lake Of The Woods Mobile Village is one of the top-rated options. Use our map view to find the closest options to the city center or your preferred area.
Campgrounds near Santa Monica vary in distance from the city center. Use our map view to filter by location and find the most convenient option for your trip.
Most destinations offer a variety of accommodations including tent sites, RV sites, cabins, yurts, and glamping options. Check individual property listings for specific amenities and site types.
The best time to visit depends on your preferences and planned activities. Spring and fall typically offer mild weather and fewer crowds, while summer is peak season with the warmest temperatures. Winter visits can be great for those seeking solitude and winter activities.
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