California Camping Guides: San Francisco Region

The East Bay
of California may be the state’s most underrated camping region. Give
yourself time to enjoy some of the amazing sights in this beautiful part of
the Golden State.

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Pillar Point RV
Park

Half Moon Bay is perhaps the East Bay
Regions most beautiful area, making this campground a must-visit for beach
and nature lovers.

Location:

The location of Pillar Point
is what makes this campground so enticing. It’s found on the beach, only a
few miles from restaurants, shops, and the Pillar Point Harbor. Exploring the
beautiful beaches in undoubtedly the focus of Half Moon Bay. Check out
Pescadero Beach for its great view, Naples Beach to escape the crowds, and
Mavericks to watch brave surfers take on the legendary big
waves.

Amenities:

Pillar Point RV Park
provides some great amenities catering to RV campers available
year-round.

• Bike Rentals: Hop on a bike and
  explore the beautiful California Coastline.
• Convenience
  Store: Grab drinks, snacks, or any last minute supplies you may have
  forgotten here.
• Restroom/Showers: Enjoy a hot shower when
  the cool breeze kicks in.
• Beach Access: This campground
  is located right on the beach, offering some spectacular
  views.

Accommodation:

This
is an RV campground only, with full ocean views and partial ocean views
available. The maximum length of the ocean view RVs are 40 feet, and the
partial view RVs are 36 feet. Full hookups are provided with water, electricity,
sewage, cable TV, and Wi-Fi. Daily rates go from $70 for ocean views, and $55
for partial views. Monthly rates are a flat $1,100.

Visit
http://newradio.com/pillarpointrvpark
for more information.

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Novato RV
Park

Novato RV Park is a great option for those
wanting to relax in nature and explore the East Bay.

Location:

This campground is
located in Novato, CA, close to some of California’s most iconic sites,
including the Golden Gate Bridge. Check out the Space Station Museum to learn
more about the fascinating history of space travel. Golf Lovers should visit
the Indian Valley Golf Course to play a round or two.

Amenities:

Novato RV Park has
everything needed to make your camping experience a comfortable
one.

• Full Hookups: 30/50 amp services are
  available.
• Laundry Room: Don’t worry about under packing,
  this campground has laundry rooms on site.
• Free Wi-Fi:
  Free internet access is available through the
  campground.
• Swimming Pool: The swimming pool is seasonal,
  so enjoy taking a dip on those hot summer
  days.
• Pet-Friendly: Bring your pets and relax thanks to
  Novato RV Parks pet-friendly policy.

Accommodation:

Novato RV Park is
another RV only campground that provides full hookups to campers. Daily rates
start at $72.50, weekly rates start at $391.50, and a months stay runs from
$975 to $1,500, depending on the time of year.

Visit http://novatorvpark.com/
for more information.

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San
Francisco/North Petaluma KOA

Consistently rated
as one of the top RV parks in the nation, San Francisco/North Petaluma KOA is
a must visit for anyone looking to stay in the San Francisco/East Bay
Region.

Location:

This campground is close
to many attractions that are worth a visit. Go on a wine country tour, play a
round on one of the many golf courses, explore beautiful San Francisco, and
relax all day on the beach.

Amenities:

SF/North Petaluma KOA
has some fantastic amenities that cater towards both tent and RV
campers.

• Swimming Pool: Taking a dip is the
  perfect way to relax on a hot summer day.
• Hot Tub/Sauna:
  On cold days, relax inside the hot tub and
  sauna.
• Firewood: There’s no need to search for firewood,
  the campground has all that you will need for sale.
• Free
  Wi-Fi: Access to internet is free here.
• Tour Shuttles:
  KOA provides tour shuttles to different areas of the East Bay including San
  Francisco and Napa Valley.

Accommodation:

KOA
campground is perfect for all types of campers, and there are many different
options to suit different needs.

• Tent Sites:
  There are 4 different tent sites options. Sites with water only, and water
  and electricity are available. Rates start at $39.50 per day without
  electricity, and $41 per day with electricity
  included.
• RV Sites: There are 9 different RV site options
  ranging from full hookup sites with cable to no hookups. Rates run from
  $39.50 to $65 a day, depending on your site choice.
• Cabin
  Sites: Those wishing to sleep in a more luxurious setting may want to
  consider the cabin accommodation. These cabins are suited for up to 6 people
  and are equipped with beds, partial kitchens, and bathrooms. The most basic
  cabins will cost you $65 a night. The larger and more luxurious cabins cost
  $145 a night.

Visit http://koa.com/campgrounds/san-francisco/
for more information.