Camping Guide
Best Campgrounds in California
Looking to camp in California? Of the 2,258 parks and recreation sites we track here, 286 have mapped campsites — ranked below by number of sites, largest first.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best campground in California?
Tuolumne Meadows Campground is the largest mapped campground in California, with 308 campsites. 285 more campgrounds are ranked below.
How many campgrounds are there in California?
286 of California's 2,258 parks and recreation sites have mapped campsites, per Recreation.gov data.
How far in advance should I book a campsite in California?
Recreation.gov typically opens reservations 6 months ahead for popular federal campgrounds — book the day the window opens for weekend and holiday dates.
Are there first-come, first-served campsites in California?
Some sites listed below don’t require reservations — check each campground’s detail page for its reservation status before you go.
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