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North Fork Primitive Camp
The North Fork Primitive Camp, located along the North Fork Merced River, offers a scenic spot for swimming and backpacking, particularly in spring when wildflowers bloom. Access is via trail or river, with campfire permits required and strict fir...
Kyen Campground and Oak Grove Day Use Area
Kyen Campground and Oak Grove Day-Use Area are located on Lake Mendocino in California, where redwood forests meet wine country. The area provides numerous recreational activities such as boating, swimming, fishing, and hiking. Visitors can also e...
Mill Creek - Mendocino National Forest
Mill Creek campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis, requiring visitors to be present to claim a site. Payment can be made on-site via a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, which must be downloaded beforehand due to possibl...
Gray Pine Group Campground
Gray Pine Group Campground is located 1,700 feet above sea level in Mendocino National Forest. It offers a scenic and recreational space ideal for large groups and gatherings. This campground serves as a beautiful oasis for outdoor activities and ...
Fouts
Campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis and must be claimed in person. Visitors can pay for their sites by scanning a QR code with the Recreation.gov mobile app, which should be downloaded in advance due to potential limited ce...
South Fork Campground - Mendocino National Forest
South Fork Campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis, requiring visitors to be present to claim and pay for a site. Payment can be made on-site by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app. It is advised to download the ...
Davis Flat
Davis Flat operates on a first-come, first-served basis, requiring visitors to arrive in person to claim a campsite. Payment can be made via a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, which must be downloaded beforehand due to potential limite...
Lost Claim
Lost Claim is a family-friendly destination located 15 miles from the northwest boundary of Yosemite National Park in northern California, serving as an ideal base for exploring both Yosemite and the Stanislaus National Forest. Pets are allowed, p...
From $25/night
North Fork - Mendocino National Forest
North Fork campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis, requiring visitors to be physically present to claim a site. Payment for campsites can be made on-site by scanning a QR code with the Recreation.gov mobile app. It's essential to ...
Willow Placer Campground
Willow Placer Campground, located 3.6 miles downstream from the historic Briceburg Suspension Bridge, is one of three campgrounds managed by the Bureau of Land Management along the Merced Wild & Scenic River. It features eight walk-in campsite...
From $20/night
Mccabe Flat Campground
The Merced River Recreation Area, located downstream from Yosemite, offers activities like whitewater boating, camping, swimming, and gold prospecting year-round. McCabe Flat Campground, the first of three BLM-operated campgrounds along the river,...
From $20/night
Fox Sparrow RV Resort and Campground
From $35/night
Englebright Lake Boat-in Campground
Englebright Lake, situated in the Sierra Nevada foothills' Yuba River canyon, provides a unique boat-in camping experience. Visitors can enjoy sport fishing, abundant wildlife, and year-round water-based recreational activities. It is conveniently...
From $20/night
Bridal Veil Group Area and Picnic Ground
Bridal Veil Group Campsite and Picnic Area is situated on the South Fork of the American River. It features picnic spots, a group overnight area, swimming holes, and convenient fishing access.
From $105/night
Pine Mountain Lookout
Pine Mountain Lookout, built in 1933, was used for fire detection until 1942 and later served in WWII for aircraft defense monitoring. It is historically significant for its unique 180-degree views, unlike other lookouts with 360-degree views. Ope...
From $50/night
Chowchilla Recreation Area Day Use
Chowchilla Recreation Day Use Area is situated at Eastman Lake, featuring picturesque oak-covered hills. It offers opportunities for fishing, boating, and hiking in a scenic environment. The area is home to diverse wildlife, including bobcats, eag...
Codorniz Recreation Area Campground
Codorniz Campground at H.V. Eastman Lake offers a great base for fishing, canoeing, birding, and hiking. Located in the Sierra Nevada foothills, it is home to diverse wildlife, including bobcats and golden eagles. Water level updates for the lake ...
From $20/night
Browns & Bows / Barns at Willow Creek
Nevada County Fairgrounds RV Park
Wildcat Equestrian Area
The Wildcat Equestrian Area at Buchanan Dam, H.V. Eastman Lake is an ideal spot for horseback riding, birding, and hiking, situated in the Sierra Nevada foothills. It is home to diverse wildlife, including bobcats and eagles. The facility offers a...
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North Fork Primitive Camp
The North Fork Primitive Camp, located along the North Fork Merced River, offers a scenic spot for swimming and backpacking, particularly in spring when wildflowers bloom. Access is via trail or river, with campfire permits required and strict fir...
Kyen Campground and Oak Grove Day Use Area
Kyen Campground and Oak Grove Day-Use Area are located on Lake Mendocino in California, where redwood forests meet wine country. The area provides numerous recreational activities such as boating, swimming, fishing, and hiking. Visitors can also e...
Mill Creek - Mendocino National Forest
Mill Creek campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis, requiring visitors to be present to claim a site. Payment can be made on-site via a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, which must be downloaded beforehand due to possibl...
Gray Pine Group Campground
Gray Pine Group Campground is located 1,700 feet above sea level in Mendocino National Forest. It offers a scenic and recreational space ideal for large groups and gatherings. This campground serves as a beautiful oasis for outdoor activities and ...
Fouts
Campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis and must be claimed in person. Visitors can pay for their sites by scanning a QR code with the Recreation.gov mobile app, which should be downloaded in advance due to potential limited ce...
South Fork Campground - Mendocino National Forest
South Fork Campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis, requiring visitors to be present to claim and pay for a site. Payment can be made on-site by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app. It is advised to download the ...
Davis Flat
Davis Flat operates on a first-come, first-served basis, requiring visitors to arrive in person to claim a campsite. Payment can be made via a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, which must be downloaded beforehand due to potential limite...
Lost Claim
Lost Claim is a family-friendly destination located 15 miles from the northwest boundary of Yosemite National Park in northern California, serving as an ideal base for exploring both Yosemite and the Stanislaus National Forest. Pets are allowed, p...
From $25/night
North Fork - Mendocino National Forest
North Fork campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis, requiring visitors to be physically present to claim a site. Payment for campsites can be made on-site by scanning a QR code with the Recreation.gov mobile app. It's essential to ...
Willow Placer Campground
Willow Placer Campground, located 3.6 miles downstream from the historic Briceburg Suspension Bridge, is one of three campgrounds managed by the Bureau of Land Management along the Merced Wild & Scenic River. It features eight walk-in campsite...
From $20/night
Mccabe Flat Campground
The Merced River Recreation Area, located downstream from Yosemite, offers activities like whitewater boating, camping, swimming, and gold prospecting year-round. McCabe Flat Campground, the first of three BLM-operated campgrounds along the river,...
From $20/night
Fox Sparrow RV Resort and Campground
From $35/night
Englebright Lake Boat-in Campground
Englebright Lake, situated in the Sierra Nevada foothills' Yuba River canyon, provides a unique boat-in camping experience. Visitors can enjoy sport fishing, abundant wildlife, and year-round water-based recreational activities. It is conveniently...
From $20/night
Bridal Veil Group Area and Picnic Ground
Bridal Veil Group Campsite and Picnic Area is situated on the South Fork of the American River. It features picnic spots, a group overnight area, swimming holes, and convenient fishing access.
From $105/night
Pine Mountain Lookout
Pine Mountain Lookout, built in 1933, was used for fire detection until 1942 and later served in WWII for aircraft defense monitoring. It is historically significant for its unique 180-degree views, unlike other lookouts with 360-degree views. Ope...
From $50/night
Chowchilla Recreation Area Day Use
Chowchilla Recreation Day Use Area is situated at Eastman Lake, featuring picturesque oak-covered hills. It offers opportunities for fishing, boating, and hiking in a scenic environment. The area is home to diverse wildlife, including bobcats, eag...
Codorniz Recreation Area Campground
Codorniz Campground at H.V. Eastman Lake offers a great base for fishing, canoeing, birding, and hiking. Located in the Sierra Nevada foothills, it is home to diverse wildlife, including bobcats and golden eagles. Water level updates for the lake ...
From $20/night
Browns & Bows / Barns at Willow Creek
Nevada County Fairgrounds RV Park
Wildcat Equestrian Area
The Wildcat Equestrian Area at Buchanan Dam, H.V. Eastman Lake is an ideal spot for horseback riding, birding, and hiking, situated in the Sierra Nevada foothills. It is home to diverse wildlife, including bobcats and eagles. The facility offers a...
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San Mateo has 229 campgrounds and RV parks listed on OutReserve, ranging from full-hookup RV sites to rustic tent camping. Based on guest ratings, Mccabe Flat Campground 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 San Mateo vary in distance from the city center. Use our map view to filter by location and find the most convenient option for your trip.
Many campgrounds near San Mateo welcome pets. Codorniz Recreation Area Campground is a great pet-friendly option. Use the pet-friendly filter on our search page to find more properties that accommodate your furry companions.
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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