In California, listings average roughly $130–$250 per night, with premium Class A motorhomes going much higher. Here's the average nightly spend for different RV types:
Class A: ~$400/night average
Class B: ~$240/night average
Class C: ~$280/night average
Trailer: ~$170/night average
Quick notes about renting an RV in California:
Road conditions vary widely. Coastal highways like Pacific Coast Highway offer incredible scenery but include narrow sections, curves, and steep grades that can be challenging for larger Class A RVs.
Weather is generally RV-friendly year-round. Coastal and southern regions have mild temperatures most of the year, while mountain areas such as the Sierra Nevada can see snow and road closures in winter.
Major RV destinations are spread across the state. Popular trips include Yosemite, Joshua Tree, Big Sur, Lake Tahoe, and Napa Valley, making RV travel ideal for covering long distances and visiting multiple parks in one trip.
California RV Rentals by City
Coming in from out of state? Start your journey in any of these locations:
Los Angeles is a great place to spot film industry celebrities and rock stars. Here you'll find nightlife, shopping, restaurants of every imaginable variety, concerts, venues, sporting events, and varied recreational opportunities. Check out historic venues like the Hollywood Bowl if you want to see an orchestra performance, a rock and roll show, or just about any other type of musical performance. If you want to go fishing, surfing, or ocean swimming, the area's many beaches beckon. Stargaze at Griffith Park Observatory or take a stroll through Griffith Park.
San Diego is a coastal city that is best known for its beaches. Be sure to check out Pacific Beach, Ocean Beach, and South Mission Beach.
San Jose is famous for its tech culture. San Jose area landmarks and points of interest to visit include Lick Observatory, the Winchester Mystery House, and The Tech Interactive museum.
San Francisco is known for being one of the world's most romantic cities; it's a fantastic destination to visit if you're into wining, dining, dancing, and merrymaking. While you're in the San Francisco Bay Area, you'll want to visit points of interest such as Angel Island State Park, the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, and the San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park.
Popular Events in California
The California State Fair, held each July in Sacramento, is an annual event offering you live entertainment, exhilarating rides, craft and livestock exhibits, food vendors, and fun contests and games to try.
The Los Angeles Food & Wine Festival, held each August in Los Angeles, offers you the chance to taste different types of cuisine, sample craft beers, and enjoy tastings of some of the world’s finest wines.
The Santa Barbara Arts and Crafts Show, held year-round on Sundays in Santa Barbara, offers you opportunities to view and buy original works of art from local Santa Barbara artists.
