Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Pahala, HI
Nestled on the lush Big Island of Hawaii, Pahala offers a variety of camping options for adventurers seeking to immerse themselves in the stunning natural beauty of the region. RV enthusiasts will find accommodating sites at nearby Hawaiian Beaches, where they can enjoy ocean views and convenient amenities in this tranquil coastal setting. For those preferring tent camping, Punalu'u Black Sand Beach Campground provides a rare opportunity to pitch a tent on a picturesque black sand beach, surrounded by lush palm trees and the rhythmic sound of crashing waves. Additionally, dispersed camping is available in the expansive Ka‘u Forest Reserve, allowing for a more rustic experience among stunning volcanic landscapes and diverse flora. This unique geography, featuring a mix of coastal vistas and dramatic volcanic features, makes Pahala an ideal base for exploring nearby attractions like Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Whether you're looking for the convenience of an RV site or the serenity of unmarked wilderness, Pahala’s camping options offer something for every type of outdoor enthusiast.
Point Reyes National Seashore Campground in Marin County is located 1 hr 13 min west of Novato, CA with an elevation of -11 feet. There are a total of 47 campsites including 5 boat sites. The campground is open all year. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $30.00 to $90.00. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Lake Sonoma Boat-In Sites in Sonoma County is located 33 min northwest of Santa Rosa, CA with an elevation of 787 feet. There are a total of 108 campsites which are all tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $20.00 to $80.00. Some amenities include swimming, marina. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Francis Beach Campground is part of Half Moon Bay State Beach in California (just 24 min southwest of San Mateo, CA) with an elevation of 33 feet. There are a total of 49 campsites including 4 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 45 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 37 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $35.00 to $65.00. Some amenities include shower, accessible, swimming, restroom, amphitheater, ramada, flush toilets. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Hendy Woods Campground is part of Hendy Woods State Park in California (1 hr 26 min northwest of Santa Rosa, CA) with an elevation of 59 feet. There are a total of 87 campsites including 3 cabins. The campground is open all year. 83 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 35 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 4 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $10.00 to $60.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, accessible, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Pfeiffer Big Sur Campground is part of Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park in California (56 min south of Seaside, CA) with an elevation of 225 feet. There are a total of 157 campsites including 1 tent-only site. The campground is open all year. 156 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 32 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Fees range from $35.00 to $50.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, general store, accessible, laundry facility, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, floating sports.
Gerstle Cove Campground is part of Salt Point State Park in California (1 hr 25 min west of Santa Rosa, CA) with an elevation of 243 feet. There are a total of 27 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 31 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $35.00 per night. Some amenities include drinking water, accessible, restroom. Activities include hiking trails.
Samuel P. Taylor Campground is part of Samuel P. Taylor State Park in California (42 min west of Novato, CA) with an elevation of 615 feet. There are a total of 56 campsites including 21 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 35 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 31 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $35.00 to $105.00. Some amenities include shower, accessible, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include hiking trails.
Wright's Beach Campground is part of Sonoma Coast State Park in California (49 min west of Santa Rosa, CA) with an elevation of 64 feet. There are a total of 27 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 31 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Fees range from $35.00 to $45.00. Some amenities include swimming, restroom. Activities include fishing, floating sports.
Bodega Dunes Campground is part of Sonoma Coast State Park in California (42 min west of Rohnert Park, CA) with an elevation of 44 feet. There are a total of 87 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 31 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $35.00 per night. Some amenities include dump station, restroom, amphitheater. Activities include biking, hiking trails.
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