Salinas, California Top RV Parks and Campgrounds

Marina Dunes RV Resort

Marina Dunes RV Park has a fantastic location near the most interesting and enjoyable attractions on the Monterey Peninsula. It has first-class amenities, such as a beautiful clubhouse, heated pool, exercise room, sand volleyball court and outdoor barbecue areas. It is located on a dune preserve.

Monterey County Fairgrounds RV Park

Monterey County Fairgrounds RV Park is located in the center of the Monterey County Fairgrounds. Multiple events are held at these fairgrounds every year, and this RV park is close to downtown Monterey. Del Monte Beach is only a short distance away from Monterey County Fairgrounds RV Park.

Santa Cruz Monterey Bay KOA

This Salis, California campground is an excellent place to stay while you’re exploring the California coast. It has a long list of activities and recreatiol opportunities on-site as well as easy access to the Santa Cruz beach. You will find basketball courts, bike rentals and a great dog park at this campground.

Moss Landing KOA Express

Moss Landing KOA Express is located in the small town of Moss Landing. This town surrounds an estuary, and there is a beautiful wildlife area to the north of this RV park. Moss Landing KOA Express is also located directly on the beach.

Salinas / Monterey KOA

Salinas / Monterey KOA is located equidistant between the towns of Salinas and Moss Landing. It’s a relatively small RV park, but it features a large clubhouse. At the clubhouse, you can do laundry, cook in the kitchen, and stock up on supplies at the store.

Pinto Lake Park

Pinto Lake Park is a Watsonville, CA RV park that is composed of 78 acres, of which 70 are water. It is a great place for boating and fishing, and it has a baseball diamond and volleyball court. You can bring your own boat, raft, kayak, canoe or inflatable watercraft or rent one at the campground

Sunset State Beach

Sunset State Beach features a quiet RV park near Salis. Camping under the pine trees and picnicking on the beach are the main attractions, and it is open year-round. You’ll be able to enjoy spectacular views of Monterey Bay when you stay here.

Betabel RV Resort

Betabel RV Resort is a top-rated Good Sam RV park near Salinas, CA. It is located in the quiet countryside but convenient to the activities and cities of the Central Coast. It offers long-term RV parking near Salinas, CA as well as RV sites that you can use for shorter stays and vacations.

Saddle Mountain Ranch Campground

The Saddle Mountain Ranch Campground is located on 89 acres of forestland. It is surrounded with oaks, Monterey pines, and redwoods. It is a quiet place that is suitable for a relaxing vacation.

WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca

Welcome to Laguna Seca Recreation Area, home to the renowned WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca. As caretakers of this amazing raceway and campgrounds, Friends of Laguna Seca invites you to explore your motorsports destination, which is annually considered a Top 10 road course in the world. Explore, enjoy and learn about our special events, purchase official merchandise and hospitality packages.

Mari Dunes RV Park

Mari Dunes RV Park is located slightly north of the town of Mari, CA. This RV park features beach access, and a Walmart is within walking distance. Mari Dunes RV Park is one of the smallest RV parks in the area so you won’t have to deal with a crowd when you stay here.

Monterey Pines RV Campground

This small campground is located within the town of Monterey. It’s only open to guests associated with the military, and it is open all year-round. Monterey Pines RV Campground is within walking distance of Del Monte Beach

Carmel By the River RV Park

Carmel By the River RV Park is located southeast of Monterey near Hacienda Carmel. This RV park is relatively small, and it’s surrounded by lush greenery. It’s about five miles away from Garland Ranch Regional Park and about 10 miles from Monterey.

Gilroy Garlic USA RV Park

On Highway 101 south of San Jose is a small town where the residents boast that they live in the “Garlic Capital of the World.” Gilroy Garlic USA RV Park derived its name from its hometown of Gilroy and the area’s claim to fame. You may even be able to smell the garlic in the air at your campsite.

Thousand Trails San Benito

San Benito RV & Camping Resort is located in the mountains to the west of Salinas. This RV park is operated by Thousand Trails, and it’s open all year-round. It’s near the town of Paicines, and there are plenty of nature trails in the area.

Thousand Trails Morgan Hill

Why not spend your time in the San Jose area parked on a 66-acre spread featuring tree-covered hills and hiking trails? Morgan Hill RV Resort offers this kind of setting and the extra amenities that you need to enjoy your visit. As a Thousand Trails campground and an Encore RV resort, the park offers comfort, convenience, and friendly service.

Coyote Lake - Harvey Bear Ranch County Park

Welcome to Coyote Lake - Harvey Bear Ranch County Park. This 6,695-acre regional recreation area, nestled in the hills east of Gilroy, CA, features a 449-acre lake for fishing and boating. Coyote Lake has a “world-class” population of black bass, bluegill, black crappie, and Eurasian carp.

Maple Leaf RV Park

Maple Leaf RV Park is in a wooded area south of Santa Clara near many local attractions. This RV park in the Santa Clara, California area caters to families. It is a peaceful place close to Silicon Valley.
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Arroyo Seco

Overview Arroyo Seco Campground is a semi-rustic, but developed facility in California's westernmost national forest. It offers a great escape from bustling city life, into the mountain air and provides access to a variety of outdoor recreation opportunities. Recreation The small non-body contact lake near the group campsites gives campers an edge on mountain fishing and small non-motorized boating. Anglers will find mostly bass and catfish in the lakes, and other species on occasion. A fishing license is required for visitors over 16 years of age. The nearby river offers a small beach where campers and day use visitors may wade and swim. All nearby bodies of water are dependent upon seasonal rain for levels to rise. The Ventana Wilderness, also known as "the gorge," provides ample opportunities for hiking, swimming, backpacking, hunting and horseback riding. No motorized vehicles are allowed (unless prior permission is granted by the Forest Service) beyond the gated road and parking lot. The 15.5-mile Santa Lucia Trail is available for hiking and horseback riding and provides access to the surrounding wilderness and a variety of other trails. Facilities The small non-body contact lake near the group campsites gives campers an edge on mountain fishing and small non-motorized boating. Anglers will find mostly bass and catfish in the lakes, and other species on occasion. A fishing license is required for visitors over 16 years of age. The nearby river offers a small beach where campers and day use visitors may wade and swim. All nearby bodies of water are dependent upon seasonal rain for levels to rise. The Ventana Wilderness, also known as "the gorge," provides ample opportunities for hiking, swimming, backpacking, hunting and horseback riding. No motorized vehicles are allowed (unless prior permission is granted by the Forest Service) beyond the gated road and parking lot. The 15.5-mile Santa Lucia Trail is available for hiking and horseback riding and provides access to the surrounding wilderness and a variety of other trails. Natural Features The campground offers views of the Ventana Wilderness mountain peaks and one small lake (water levels depend on the season). It is nestled into the hillside, surrounded by abundant shrubbery and large oak trees. It is situated next to the Arroyo Seco River at an elevation of about 1,200 feet. A variety of birds and wildlife make their home in the area. A splash of color greets visitors at the entrance gate, where a variety of plants in bloom. In the spring and fall, the leaves on the trees change to beautiful shades of red, yellow and orange, creating a beautiful scenic landscape. In the springtime, lupines bloom all around. Nearby Attractions The city of Monterey provides a variety of tourism opportunities and is located about 50 miles from the campground. The west side of the Pinnacles National Monument is about 30 miles from the campground. The monument and surrounding area is popular among rock climbers during the spring and fall.


Santa Vida RV Park

This RV campground near Santa Clara, California is a few minutes from Downtown Santa Cruz. It is nestled in a 23-acre forest of redwoods, madrone, and oak. Some sites have concrete pads and grass.

Coyote Valley RV Resort

Coyote Valley RV Resort offers easy access to Silicon Valley and the San Francisco Bay Area. It is considered a top-rated RV park by every RV membership organization in the world. The resort is near championship golf courses, the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, and several Morgan Hill wineries.

Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park

Located in the Santa Cruz Mountains, Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park is famous for its 40-acre grove of old-growth redwood trees. Some of the trees are thousands of years old, and the park draws visitors from around the world. There are four diverse habitats in the park for you and your family to explore: river, grasslands, redwoods, and sandhills.

Cotillion Gardens RV Park

Cotillion Gardens RV Park is located in the Santa Cruz Mountains. It contains a secret garden hidden by massive redwood trees. There is a heated pool for use during the summer plus hiking trails, a playground, and a horseshoe pitch on-site.