Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Santa Nella, CA
Nestled in the heart of California’s San Joaquin Valley, Santa Nella offers a variety of camping options for outdoor enthusiasts seeking adventure amidst stunning landscapes. Conveniently located near both the expansive San Luis Reservoir and the incredible foothills of the Sierra Nevada, campers can enjoy a diverse range of activities, from fishing to hiking. Popular RV parks such as the Santa Nella RV Park provide modern amenities like full hookups and Wi-Fi, ensuring a comfortable stay for families and travelers alike. For those who prefer a more rustic experience, tent camping at the nearby San Luis Creek Campground allows visitors to immerse themselves in nature, with shaded spots beside the creek and proximity to scenic trails. Adventurous souls can also explore dispersed camping options in the surrounding Bureau of Land Management areas, where they can pitch tents away from the crowds and enjoy unparalleled stargazing in this dark-sky region. Whether you're an RV road tripper, a tent enthusiast, or looking for a serene off-the-grid experience, Santa Nella is the perfect gateway for an unforgettable camping getaway.

















San Luis Creek Campground is part of San Luis Reservoir State Recreation Area in California (just 24 min west of Los Banos, CA) with an elevation of 546 feet. There are a total of 49 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. All sites have electric and water hookups. Prices start at $40.00 per night. Some amenities include dump station, boat ramp, restroom. Activities include boating, fishing, floating sports.
Los Banos Creek Campground is part of San Luis Reservoir State Recreation Area in California (just 24 min southwest of Los Banos, CA) with an elevation of 351 feet. There are a total of 14 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 with grill. Prices start at $25.00 per night. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
McConnell Campground is part of Mcconnell State Recreation Area in California (just 18 min southeast of Turlock, CA) with an elevation of 111 feet. There are a total of 19 campsites including 4 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 15 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. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $30.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, accessible, restroom, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, floating sports.
Coe Ranch Campground is part of Henry W Coe State Park in California (36 min northeast of Morgan Hill, CA) with an elevation of 2,623 feet. There are a total of 15 campsites including 5 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 10 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 22 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $20.00 per night. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include hiking trails.
Oak Point Campground is part of Fremont Peak State Park in California (50 min northeast of Salinas, CA) with an elevation of 2,722 feet. There are a total of 11 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 25 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $25.00 per night. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include hiking trails.
Valley View Campground is part of Fremont Peak State Park in California (51 min northeast of Salinas, CA) with an elevation of 2,722 feet. There are a total of 13 campsites including 5 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 8 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. Prices start at $25.00 per night. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include hiking trails.
Caswell Campground is part of Caswell Memorial State Park in California (just 14 min southeast of Manteca, CA) with an elevation of 53 feet. There are a total of 55 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 24 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $30.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, swimming, restroom, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, floating sports.
Carnegie Campground is part of Carnegie SVRA in California (just 16 min southwest of Tracy, CA) with an elevation of 658 feet. There are a total of 23 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 40 feet. All sites are currently first-come first-served. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $10.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include ohv trails nearby, ohv allowed from campsite.
Sunset Campground is part of Sunset State Beach in California (just 17 min southwest of Watsonville, CA) with an elevation of 132 feet. There are a total of 84 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 24 and 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 shower, swimming, restroom, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Manresa Beach Campground is part of Manresa State Beach in California (just 16 min west of Watsonville, CA) with an elevation of 0 feet. There are a total of 60 campsites including 57 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of April to the end of October. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $35.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, swimming, restroom, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, floating sports.
New Brighton Campground is part of New Brighton State Beach in California (just 12 min east of Santa Cruz, CA) with an elevation of 123 feet. There are a total of 106 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 26 and 36 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 with grill. 10 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $35.00 to $50.00. Some amenities include shower, accessible, swimming, restroom, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Codorniz Rec Area in Madera County is located 38 min northeast of Madera, CA with an elevation of 669 feet. There are a total of 86 campsites including 4 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 81 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 37 and 75 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. 37 sites have electric and water hookups. 49 sites have water hookups. Fees range from $20.00 to $100.00. Some amenities include shower, playground, swimming, amphitheater. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Hidden View Campground in Madera County is located just 28 min northeast of Madera, CA with an elevation of 536 feet. There are a total of 54 campsites including 11 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 43 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 25 and 90 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 15 sites have electric and water hookups. 7 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $20.00 to $100.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, playground, boat ramp, swimming, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include biking, horseback riding, hiking trails.
White Oaks Campground is located in the Monterey Ranger District, Los Padres National Forest (1 hr 8 min southeast of Seaside, CA) with an elevation of 4,013 feet. There are a total of 8 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs 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. Activities include biking, hiking trails.
China Camp is located in the Monterey Ranger District, Los Padres National Forest (1 hr 20 min southeast of Seaside, CA) with an elevation of 4,311 feet. There are a total of 10 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, hiking trails.
Arroyo Seco Campground is located in the Monterey Ranger District, Los Padres National Forest (59 min south of Salinas, CA) with an elevation of 956 feet. There are a total of 39 campsites including 17 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 22 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $35.00 to $150.00. Some amenities include shower. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
Portola Redwoods Campground is part of Portola Redwoods State Park in California (43 min southwest of Palo Alto, CA) with an elevation of 425 feet. There are a total of 49 campsites including 13 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of April to the end of October. 36 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 24 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 shower, drinking water, accessible, restroom, amphitheater, pay telephone, flush toilets. Activities include hiking trails.
Glory Hole Rec Area in Calaveras County is located 1 hr 24 min northeast of Modesto, CA with an elevation of 1,140 feet. There are a total of 144 campsites including 20 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 122 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 65 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $18.00 to $22.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, boat ramp, swimming, marina, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.