Thanks to its 840 miles of coastline, nine national parks, thousands of campgrounds, and a scenic diversity unparalleled on the planet, California is truly an outdoor enthusiasts’ dream. You can drive dune buggies in the desert, ride the whitewater on a
Reservations are not required to enter the parks, but you’ll need one for most of the campsites. Wilderness permits are free in March, self-issued, and don’t require a reservation.Visit the General Sherman tree, the world’s largest tree by volume. It’s 275 feet (83m) tall and ov...
Advanced reservations are required along with a $15.00 per-night-per site fee. Due to limited space on the concession boats, campers must secure transportation reservations prior to camping reservations. Channel Islands National Park Entrance Fee: Free Channel Islands National Park Official Website: ...
With 110 State Parks, 19 National Forests, and thousands of campsites ranging from oceanviews to the desert, it’s hard to know where to start. What time of year is the best? Will it be busy? Should you make reservations? What are your camping options and what should you pack (besides...
San Simeon State Beach, Cambria, CA - Made reservations for 3 days; set up camp (tent and trailer) and took dog for two walks (on leash) and the ticks and foxtails were terrible and had to leave; we were there 6 hours! We were at Washburn campground; maybe try the lower camp; no...
Annual passes are for day use only – not overnight camping. (So if you have already paid for overnight camping reservations, then you won’t need a day use pass.) As of April 2022, there is a pilot program in place where you can check out aCalifornia State Parks Library Passfrom yo...
Camp 4 operates on a reservation system from late May to the end of September. During this time, reservations become available seven days in advance at 7am PT. Camping reservations can be made online or by calling (877) 444-6777. Try to be online at 7am PT to reserve sites the moment...
One camper mentioned, “Huge but peaceful camping 15 mins from the entrance.” What you should know Booking Challenges: Reservations can be tough. One camper said, “Great place, amazing position with astonishing views, but almost impossible to book.” Limited Amenities: Many campgrounds lack ...
Of all the national parks and monuments in California, Yosemite National Park is my absolute favorite. The first time I visited this park was back in 1999 when I first moved to California. At the time, I had never heard of Yosemite and had no idea what to expect. As I’m sure you ...
Reservations (800-444-7275) are recommended for camping in the developed, group, and horse camps, especially from October to May. Group reservations may be made six months in advance. Family campsites may be reserved up to eight weeks in advance or as late as two days prior to arrival. ...