Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Malibu, CA
Nestled along the stunning coastline of Southern California, Malibu offers a variety of camping options that cater to outdoor enthusiasts looking to connect with nature. For RV campers, the popular Malibu Beach RV Park provides panoramic ocean views and easy access to sandy beaches, complemented by essential amenities like full hookups and laundry facilities. Tent campers can find their paradise at Leo Carrillo State Park, where coastal bluffs and lush landscapes create the perfect backdrop for a serene outdoor experience, complete with hiking trails and tide pools to explore. For those seeking a more rugged adventure, dispersed camping is available in the nearby Santa Monica Mountains, where hikers can pitch their tents amidst scenic vistas and diverse wildlife. The area's unique geography, featuring steep cliffs and sandy shores, allows visitors to enjoy various recreational activities, including swimming, hiking, and surfing. Whether you prefer the comfort of an RV or the simplicity of a tent, Malibu's camping options invite you to experience the natural beauty and tranquility of this iconic California destination.
Malibu Creek Campground is part of Malibu Creek State Park in California (just 24 min southeast of Thousand Oaks, CA) with an elevation of 582 feet. There are a total of 56 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 30 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $45.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, dump station, accessible, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include hiking trails.
Canyon Campground is part of Leo Carrillo State Park in California (39 min south of Thousand Oaks, CA) with an elevation of 16 feet. There are a total of 127 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 31 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 47 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $45.00 to $60.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, general store, swimming, restroom, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Thornhill Broome Campground is part of Point Mugu State Park in California (just 22 min south of Camarillo, CA) with an elevation of 14 feet. There are a total of 44 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 31 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $35.00 per night. Some amenities include swimming, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, floating sports.
Emma Wood Campground is part of Emma Wood State Beach in California (just 15 min west of San Buenaventura, CA) with an elevation of 9 feet. There are a total of 87 campsites including 4 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 83 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 28 and 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $40.00 to $360.00. Some amenities include swimming, restroom, trash dumpster, flush toilets. Activities include hiking trails.
Santa Barbara Island Campground is part of Channel Islands National Park in California (about 42 miles from Rancho Palos Verdes, CA) with an elevation of 185 feet. There are a total of 10 campsites which are all tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $15.00 per night. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Rose Valley Campground is located in the Ojai Ranger District, Los Padres National Forest (1 hr north of San Buenaventura, CA) with an elevation of 3,408 feet. There are a total of 9 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 30 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Prices start at $30.00 per night. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include biking.
Middle Lion Campground is located in the Ojai Ranger District, Los Padres National Forest (1 hr 7 min north of San Buenaventura, CA) with an elevation of 3,150 feet. There are a total of 8 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 20 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Prices start at $30.00 per night. Activities include biking.
Wheeler Gorge Campground is located in the Ojai Ranger District, Los Padres National Forest (40 min north of San Buenaventura, CA) with an elevation of 1,810 feet. There are a total of 66 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs between 15 and 45 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $35.00 to $70.00. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
Pyramid Lake - Los Alamos Campground is located in the Los Angeles Gateway Ranger District, Angeles National Forest (44 min northwest of Santa Clarita, CA) with an elevation of 2,574 feet. There are a total of 93 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 25 and 35 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 3 sites have water hookups. Fees range from $26.00 to $110.00. Some amenities include drinking water, dump station, playground, swimming, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Carpinteria Campground is part of Carpinteria State Beach in California (just 18 min east of Santa Barbara, CA) with an elevation of 7 feet. There are a total of 186 campsites including 1 tent-only site. The campground is open all year. 185 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 16 and 35 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 91 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $10.00 to $290.00. Some amenities include shower, accessible, swimming, restroom, amphitheater, ramada, flush toilets.
Bolsa Chica Campground is part of Bolsa Chica State Beach in California (just 9 min west of Huntington Beach, CA) with an elevation of 11 feet. There are a total of 52 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. All sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $60.00 to $70.00. Some amenities include shower, swimming, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include biking, fishing, floating sports.
Reyes Creek Campground is located in the Mt. Pinos Ranger District, Los Padres National Forest (2 hrs 3 min north of San Buenaventura, CA) with an elevation of 3,906 feet. There are a total of 27 campsites including 15 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 11 sites can accommodate RVs between 20 and 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Fees range from $30.00 to $150.00. Activities include biking, fishing.
Moro Campground is part of Crystal Cove State Park in California (just 17 min southeast of Newport Beach, CA) with an elevation of 119 feet. There are a total of 56 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 25 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 27 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $55.00 to $75.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, accessible, swimming, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
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