Best Camping Near Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles has attracted visitors and tourists from all over the world for many years for good reasons– not only can one enjoy the shopping, entertainment, and attractions in the city but also nearby beaches and natural areas offer incredible recreation opportunities. Here is our guide to camping near Los Angeles!
What You Should Know About Camping Near LA
Los Angeles is a major metropolitan area, which means there is limited space for camping and campgrounds. However, the area still boasts many beautiful campgrounds. Be sure to double-check equipment regulations at your desired campground as many area campgrounds allow only RV camping. If beachside camping is on your bucket list, be sure to check out our choices for the best beach camping near Los Angeles- you won’t be disappointed!
Best Beach Camping Near Los Angeles
Bolsa Chica State Beach
This campground offers 50 RV or trailer-only campsites with hookups for water and electricity. RVs up to 40 feet in length are accommodated at most sites. Picnic tables, outdoor showers, restrooms, a concession stand, and 200 beachside fire pits are available. A beach wheelchair is available for rent.
What’s Unique About Bolsa Chica State Beach Campground?
visitors (and their dogs) can enjoy a paved multi-use trail running 8.5 miles along the coast between Bolsa Chica and Huntington State Beaches.
Bolsa Chica State Beach Campground Details
Price Range: $55-$65 Types of Camping: RV/Trailer only (no pop-outs or awnings) Fires Allowed: Yes Pets Allowed: Yes, leashed in the campground or on the multi-use trail
Crystal Cove Moro Campground
This campground offers 57 sites, of which 27 are designated for RVs or trailers and offer hookups for water and electricity. The remaining sites are designated as “low impact” and accommodate tents, soft-sided trailers, and van conversions. A dump station is available onsite. There are also many uniquely secluded backcountry hike-in or bike-in-only sites that require 3-4 miles of travel to get to camp from the campground parking. There are also 46 vintage cottages for rent within the federally listed Historic District of the park.
What’s Unique About Crystal Cove Moro Campground?
This campground offers an incredibly rare opportunity to enjoy expansive open space and natural seashore within Orange County. Visitors can explore 2,400 pristine acres on foot or by bike as well as 3.2 miles of beach. Divers can also explore an offshore underwater park spanning 1,000 acres and featuring a Giant Kelp forest.
Crystal Cove Moro Campground Details
Price Range: $55-75 Types of Camping: RV/Trailer, tent, hike/bike in Fires Allowed: No, only compressed gas BBQ grills or compressed gas fireplaces are allowed Pets Allowed: Yes, leashed in the campground or on the multi-use trail
Doheny State Beach
In addition to an assortment of other tent and RV sites, Doheny SB Campground offers 33 oceanside campsites for those who wish to camp just a few steps from this well-loved beach. There are no hookups available in Doheny State Beach Campground. However, campers do have access to fresh water and an on-site dump station, and generators are allowed between 10:00 pm and 8:00 am. Doheny State Beach Campground allows RVs and trailers up to 30 feet in length. Fire rings, hot showers, and group camping are available. There is also a large, grassy day-use area.
What’s Unique About Doheny State Beach Campground?
Doheny SB is California’s first state beach and encompasses over 62 square acres. This is one of the area’s most popular beaches for surfing, surf fishing, and beachcombing. There is also an aquarium on site in the visitor center.
Doheny State Beach Campground Details
Price Range: $10-$60 Types of Camping: RV/Trailer, tent, hike/bike Fires Allowed: Yes Pets Allowed: Yes, leashed and in the campground
What’s Unique About Dockweiler State Beach Campground?
Not only do campers get front-row access to the expansive, sandy beach at Dockweiler State Beach but also have direct access to a 22-mile bicycle trail that connects the park with Santa Monica, Marina Del Rey, Redondo Beach Pier, Venice, and other nearby attractions.
Dockweiler State Beach Campground Details
Price Range: $45-$75 Types of Camping: RV/Trailer Fires Allowed: Yes Pets Allowed: Yes, in campground only
Leo Carrillo State Park (Canyon Campground)
This campground has 139 regular campsites plus a hike-in/bike-in section and a group campsite. Regular campsites are equipped with fire pits and picnic tables, and some offer full hookups (up to 50 amp electric). The group site accommodates up to 50 people and offers a barbeque pit. Trailers up to 31 feet are allowed. There is an RV dump station and a general store on site. Showers and restrooms are available.
What’s Unique About Canyon Campground?
Camping at the Canyon Campground offers easy access to the Leo Carillo State Park backcountry hiking trails, 1.5 miles of sandy beach, coastal caves, and beautiful reefs. Visitors to Canyon Campground also enjoy giant sycamore trees.
Canyon Campground
Price Range: $10-$60 Types of Camping: Tent, RV/Trailer up to 31 ft, Hike/Bike-in Fires Allowed: Yes Pets Allowed: Yes, pets are allowed in the day use areas, campground, and North Beach
RV Parks In and Near Los Angeles
Rosewood Mobile Home & RV Park
This campground is located within driving distance of LA attractions and beaches. RVs and trailers are welcomed and full hookups are offered. Amenities include paved sites, wifi, and a clubhouse with a fireplace, pool table, game table, a full kitchen, and large screen TVs. There is also a pool, sun deck, laundry, and shower facilities.
What’s Unique About Rosewood Mobile Home & RV Park?
This park welcomes guests 55 years of age and older to enjoy active senior living. Guests who are 40 years of age or older are welcome if accompanied by a guest 55 years of age or older.
Rosewood Mobile Home & RV Park
Price Range: Variable based on season and site selection Types of Camping: RV/Trailer (manufactured units less than 10 years old only) Fires Allowed: Yes Pets Allowed: Yes
Anaheim Harbor RV Park
This campground offers full hookups (up to 50 amp electrical), a heated pool, laundry facilities, a clubhouse, wifi, a mini-market, a five-hole putting green, and gazebos with bbq and fire pits. Sites vary in size to accommodate RVs from up to 20’ in length to up to 40’ in length.
What’s Unique About Anaheim Harbor RV Park?
Walk to Disneyland from the RV Park, or enjoy being within driving distance to San Diego and Los Angeles beaches.
Anaheim Harbor RV Park Details
Price Range: $55 - $71 (discounted rates for weekly or extended stays) Types of Camping: RV/Trailer up to 40 ft (manufactured units only) Fires Allowed: Yes/No Pets Allowed: Yes/No
Orangeland RV Park
This RV park offers a newly renovated pool, wifi, pull-through sites, full hookups up to 50 amps, cable tv, mini golf, a clubhouse, laundry, fitness room, playground, bbq/picnic area, convenience store, cornhole, pool table, and shuffleboard.
What’s Unique About Orangeland RV Park?
Built on a former orange orchard, guests can still pick fresh oranges from trees in the park. This park is located nearby Disneyland and other Los Angeles and Orange County attractions.
Orangeland RV Park Details
Price Range: $80-$95, variable based on site selection. Discounted weekly rates are available. Types of Camping: RV/Trailer (manufactured units only with manufactured dates of 2005 or newer) Fires Allowed: Yes Pets Allowed: Yes, breed restrictions are in place
Stone Villa RV Park
This RV Park has 37 sites accommodating RVs up to 33’ in length. Full hookups are offered, including up to 50 amp electric service. Laundry and mail services are located onsite.
What’s Unique About Stone Villa RV Park?
Located within driving distance of LA and San Diego as well as area attractions. Newport Beach is only five minutes away.
Stone Villa RV Park Details
Price Range: Variable; weekly and monthly rates are available Types of Camping: RV/Trailer up to 33’ Fires Allowed: No Pets Allowed: Yes, a weight restriction of 20 lb for dogs
Canyon RV Park
This campground offers 140 RV sites with full hookups (up to 50 amp) and several sites that can accommodate rigs up to 45’ in length. Amenities include a swimming pool, a playground, fire pits, picnic tables, horseshoes, pickleball, lawn chess, a meeting room, bathhouses, laundry, a convenience store, and an amphitheater.
What’s Unique About Canyon RV Park?
This campground is located within the Featherly Wilderness Preserve and the Santa Ana River Bike Trail. Enjoy a peaceful, natural setting along the Santa Ana River. Guests can rent cabins or bring their RV.
Canyon RV Park Details
Price Range: $75-$95; weekly rates available Types of Camping: RV/Trailer or cabin rental Fires Allowed: Yes/No Pets Allowed: Yes, with breed restrictions
Hollywood RV Park
Live music and other shows are offered in the onsite playhouse. Campers can enjoy the gym, wifi, and full hookups (up to 50 amp), as well as an art gallery.
What’s Unique About Hollywood RV Park?
This campground offers a unique ambiance with murals and other artwork throughout the park. The location is convenient to the LA metro area.
Hollywood RV Park Details
Price Range: $79, weekly and monthly rates are available Types of Camping: RV/Trailer Fires Allowed: No Pets Allowed: Yes, breed restrictions are in place
Free Camping Near Los Angeles
Free camping is available albeit quite limited. Campers can boondock at a rest stop 5 miles north of Oceanside on Highway 5, or head out into the mountains to campgrounds such as Glenn Camp Campground (45 miles outside of LA) or to dispersed camping in areas such as Cattle Canyon (45 miles outside of LA).
Wherever you choose to camp, there is plenty of adventure to be had in the Los Angeles area!
Common Los Angeles Camping Questions
Check out our answers to some FAQs about camping in the Los Angeles area.
Can you camp anywhere in the Angeles National Forest?
**No, **camping is allowed only in designated campgrounds.
Can you sleep at Griffith Park?
**No, **you cannot sleep at Griffith Park. The only camping at Griffith Park is for youth and is organized through the Los Angeles City Recreation and Parks Department.
How much does it cost to rent an RV in Los Angeles?
The cost of renting an RV in Los Angeles varies between companies and changes seasonally. However, campers should expect to pay somewhere in the neighborhood of $100-500 per night to rent an RV.
Can you sleep on the beach in LA?
Sleeping on the beach is not permitted outside of designated campgrounds such as Dockweiler State Beach Campground.
About the Author
Josh Shogren
Josh Shogren is the owner of Power Camper. He is a lifelong camper and loves finding the hidden gem campgrounds and camping sites!
