All along the coastline of Sonoma County there are fantastic beaches for camping. One of the best places to go is the Sonoma Coast State Park. This area is marked by 17 miles of long sandy beaches, separated by rugged headlands, coves and natural arches. There are many campsites from which to choose, such as Wright’s Beach, where there are 27 developed sites adjacent to the beach with picnic tables and fire rings. Nearby is the Bodega Dunes Campground with 98 campsites, complete with hot showers and plumbing. Sonoma Coast State Park is a beautiful place to spend the night, and with so many spots along the ocean, there are plenty of options. The park is nestled along Hwy 1 between Jenner and Bodega Bay. Reservations are recommended. For more information on camping at the Sonoma Coast State Park, call (707) 875-3483 •reservamerica.com
Sugarloaf Ridge State Park is where the headwaters of the Sonoma Creek run through gorge and canyon, then across the meadow floor beneath scenic rock outcroppings. The park’s 2,700 acres includes 25 miles of trails for hiking and horseback riding. A self-guided nature trail along Sonoma Creek starts near the campground. Deer, raccoons and gray foxes are commonly seen in the park. From the 2,729-foot summit of Bald Mountain, on a clear day visitors can see views of the Sierra Nevada and the Golden Gate. Enjoy horseback riding, a 40” telescope at the Ferguson Observatory that can be rented, along with the group campground, for private parties through ReserveAmerica.com.
Want to camp among the Redwoods? Discover Armstrong Redwoods/Austin Creek State Recreation Area, (707) 869-2015- 10 mi. N of Bodega Bay, 13 miles east on Hwy 116 to Guerneville to Armstrong Woods Road. 24 sites – $ 15 per night, water – No showers, $15 per night backpack sites. First come, first served. Trailers & RV’s limited to 20 ft in length. Disabled access to restroom facilities and some campsites. •stewardsofthecoastandredwoods.org
Sonoma County
Alexander Valley RV Park
707.431.1453
2411 Alexander Valley Rd, Healdsburg
Bodega Bay RV Park
707.875.3701
2001 Hwy One, Bodega Bay
Casini Ranch
800.451.8400
22855 Moscow Rd, Duncans Mills
Cloverdale KOA
707.894.3337
1166 Asti Ridge Road, Cloverdale
Dutcher Creek RV Park • 707.894.4829
230 Theresa Drive, Cloverdale
Gualala River Redwood Park
707.884.3533
46001 Gualala Road, Gualala
Hilton Park Campground
707.887.9206
10750 Wilshire Dr., Forestville
Liberty Glen at Lake Sonoma
(No Hookups) • 707.431.4533
3288 Skaggs Springs Rd,Geyserville
River Bend Campground • 707.887.7662
11820 River Road, Forestville
San Francisco North/Petaluma KOA
707.763.1492 • 20 Rainsville Rd, Petaluma
Spring Lake Park Campsite
707.565.2267 • 5585 Newanga Ave, Santa Rosa
Schoolhouse Canyon Campground
707.869.2311 • 12600 River Road, Guerneville
Wine Country RV Park • 707.795.9333
7450 Cristobal Way, Rohnert Park
Napa County
Pleasure Cove Resort • 707.966.2172
6100 Hwy. 128, Napa
Putah Creek Park • 707.966.2116
7600 Knoxville Rd., Napa
Lake Berryessa Marina Resort
707.966.2161 • 5880 Knoxville Rd., Napa
Rancho Monticello Resort • 707.966.2188
6590 Knoxville Rd., Napa
Spanish Flat Resort • 707.966.7700
4290 Knoxville Rd., Napa
Napa Valley Exposition • 707.253.4900
575 Third St., Napa
Skyline Wilderness Park • 707.252.0481
2201 Imola Avenue, Napa
Calistoga Ranch Club Resort
707.942.6565 580 Lommel Road, Calistoga
Napa County Fairgrounds
707.942.5111 • 1435 Oak Street, Napa
Bothe-Napa Valley State Park • 707.942.4575
3801 St. Helena Hwy. No., St. Helena