Claudia M.recommendsDecember 15, 2022
Site A-1
City camping
If you need to stay close to the city this is the place to do it. It felt like the safest option as it’s a bit hidden and has a large locked gate and security. We left our camper there for long periods of time over several days and it wasn’t too far out of the way! In Addition the owner was kind and let us leave late in the day
Laura A.recommendsNovember 28, 2022
Site C-2
We have been here multiple times and are always happy to come back. It's a million dollar view! And an incredibly peaceful getaway, given that you are so close to such an urban environment. We got to be here for the last two nights of Black Star Pirate BBQ. It will be a shame to not have a restaurant within walking distance. But hopefully something else will open up. In the mean time, either bring your own food, or drive to nearby Pt. Richmond for great restaurants. We will definitely be back at Terminal 4!
Site C-1
Meh, not worth the price.
Not a great experience for my first hipcamp. As other reviews mention, this is a 'unique' spot. We knew that coming into it, and we decided to book it because it was on sale. We goofed on the booking and only booked 1 night instead of two, as soon as we did, the price jumped to 90$ and we couldn't extend our stay on the app. We reached out to the owner to ask for an extension and they refused. I wouldn't stay here for 90$, especially considering they don't have any hookups, and there is traffic zooming by day and night (Even on the so-called 'quiet' side), and you can pretty regularly hear gunshots. It's also in the middle of an industrial area, which means a lot of junk lying around. The vibe of the actual spot you stay in is nice, but walking around the area you just see a lot of trash, as well as old cars, boats on blocks, etc.
David B.November 27, 2022
Site C-5
DB
The highlight of our stay was the walk to the BBQ place near by, good food, folks and music. Be prepared for a gravel storage yard
Dayne B.recommendsNovember 25, 2022
Site C-1
It’s a beautiful place! Quiet, with a great view of the water, didn’t want to leave.
Thomas S.recommendsNovember 23, 2022
Site C-1
It was a better view than expected. The location is convenient for Bay Area activities.
Kristina R.recommendsNovember 22, 2022
Site C-5
Urban Camping at its FINEST
This was our second time camping out at Terminal 4, and we had a fantastic time! The only disappointment was learning that the BBQ place was closing down a couple of weeks after our visit. What a great scene and a good time. Otherwise you can't go wrong with this campground. Just be prepared to dry camp as there is no water. We love this place and will be back again soon!
Darnell N.November 16, 2022
Site C-4
Difficult to find no assistance fro
Signage is horrible, this is not an easy site to find and the host was not helpful. One of the park employees Israel is AWESOME ! He found me on the road lost and guided me to the site and help me park. The area is quite and has nice views. I think in the future I will stick to day trips instead of overnight camping. Kept hearing gun shots from a nearby range.
Frank C.November 14, 2022
Site C-3
Need more outlets.
This camp site was actually quite nice. Sitting right on the San Pablo bay. We lucked out with some clear skies and calm shores. We actually witness the big meteor fly over that landed in Nevada county. Which was quite epic.
I had site 3 and my buddy had site 2. Someone was in site 4.
So 3 snd 4 were sharing one duel plug outlet.
Number 2 had no access. Unless he had an long extension cord. But he still wouldn't be able to plug in due to being occupied. Spending a $100 for one night and can't access an outlet while your neighbour can would be my only complaint.
Having an outlets for each site would be a nice upgrade for this campground. It would only be fair that each site had its own electricity.
Erin M.recommendsNovember 13, 2022
Site A-5
Waterfront & city views!
What a cool and very unique camping experience!! We stayed on the SF Bay side which was amazing! We lucked out with very little wind and sunny days and clear nights! It was great for sight seeing! It was so cool to watch all the tankers, ferries, sailboats, and more go by! We explored around the property which is very interesting and hit up the very popular and busy BBQ spot at the end of the railroad trail.
Some takeaways, by the looks of it, SF bay side would always be our preferred side because of the view and surrounding property. But I imagine the wind could really be a buzz kill if it were present. Also, we were in a camper. The tent reviews seem to be accurate. It would be gravelly and probably pretty loud if you’re sensitive to cars/trucks going by. Since no fires are allowed, we were in the camper not long after dark but loved the million dollar views from the camper door! I’m sure we’ll go back in the future!!
Cheryl M.November 13, 2022
Site C-2
I knew what site was like before camping there. However, I think that $100 a night was pricey considering there was no water or electricity. Could not use our propane fire pit. I understand the reasons for all of the above. The price should have been reduced.
Suzanne D.recommendsNovember 12, 2022
Site C-3
Out of the way, By the Bay.
Getting to the campsite was adventurous. It’s amazing that such a camp site, with incredible views exist so close to an industrial area. Echos of time gone by and ports past. Terminal 4 has an incredible history.
It was a very quiet night and we were able to walk ( down an interesting trail by the abandoned train tacks) to the BBQ place at San Pablo harbor. Loved seeing all the unique houseboats.
The campsites were level and there was a communal power source. There were benches nearby so you could watch the ferries and other boats go by. There was even a trail down to the beach. An unobstructed shoreline view is hard to come by and Terminal 4 has great shoreline views.
Would I stay again, YES. I love unique places.
Joe M.recommendsNovember 8, 2022
Site A-1
The campground is maybe 50 feet from the San Francisco Bay. It's not tent friendly in my opinion, ad the spots are packed gravel parking places. The location is secure, and is a storage yard full of boats and RVs. Tha facility is former Navy fuel depot,
There is a hiking trail. And. On weekends, a BBQ restaurant is open. It's perfect for a small self contained RV visiting SF .. secure, great view. A fun visit!
PS there are a flock of turkeys that appear to have have final say on whether you stay. Be nice to them! and
Coline O.doesn't recommendOctober 31, 2022
Site C-1
Beautiful spot but strange
Nice spot near the water but it is very strange. We arrived when it was dark in a very strange place. We must pass by an industrial zone and barriers. I didn't dare to stay for the night.... We paid 65$ and we stayed one hour because it was too strange.
If you like adventure, go there. I like adventure but I also like to feel safe and this was not the case.
Harley W.recommendsOctober 31, 2022
Site C-3
Industrious Waterfront camping
Visited for a weekend, Stayed for about a month.
Love this location. Quiet, secluded and off the beaten path.
Made many friends with the business owners of the nearby establishments; Claybird (ceramics), SOS Toilets/VIP Lavatories, Black Star Pirate BBQ.
If you don’t mind a long drive In/Out,
this place is fantastic. It’s clean, private and safe.
Highly recommend for short term or extended period.
Wayne M.recommendsOctober 29, 2022
Site A-5
What a cool unique experience. Not sure I’d tent camp here unless you go to the little “hike in camp.”
It was a great experience with our truck camper. Hit the saunas and biked to black pirate bbq. Highly recommended! Go before they move locations Nov 23.
Des M.recommendsOctober 27, 2022
Site C-1
A whole Fam in a Van
Great communication, amazing views, and one of the cleanest portapottys I have ever been in.
Tracy R.recommendsOctober 23, 2022
Site C-1
Great urban camping
Welp, I read all the previous reviews and I wasn’t sure what to expect due to the industrial nature of the area. We had a great camp site (C-1) and we were easily able to back our 31ft class A into the space. On the way to the camp area, you will need to pass thru some historic areas, as well as industrial storage…but once you arrive it’s great. Flat, clean, quiet, with and amazing view.
Venita B.recommendsOctober 21, 2022
Site C-1
I really different and fun camping experience. Beautiful view.
Cathy G.recommendsOctober 11, 2022
Site C-1
Peaceful quiet night's camping!
Stett H.recommendsOctober 10, 2022
Site C-5
Terminal 4: One-of-a-kind find!
Terminal 4 was fantastic. It feels 1,000 miles away from the Bay Area but the views of the bay, Richmond bridge and Mt. Tam are right out front. Very quiet and serene in spite of the industrial uses. Love the eclectic finds nearby: Cool Hot sauna, Claybirds ceramics, San Pablo Bay Harbor and the excellent Black Star Pirate BBQ (go before this gem closes in Nov.)
Thies S.recommendsOctober 10, 2022
Site A-3
Beeindruckendes und geschichtsträchtiges Industrieareal direkt an der Bucht. Stylisches Saunaangebot neben dem Campingbereich, allerdings recht teuer.
Maggie O.recommendsOctober 10, 2022
Site C-5
Urban-adjacent fun
Awesome, easy, fun.
Jonathan D.doesn't recommendOctober 6, 2022
Site C-4
Not what we expected
Not what we expected. Low privacy between the ‘campsites’/parkingspots. Portable toilet was unpleasantly dirty (smell, seemed not cleaned). Next to a couple of benches no other facilities. And a beach that was no beach…
Positive note: it has a view, we had a nice sunset.
Fun for the weekend when the bbq place is open, but on weekdays it just feels like a parking lot.
The ceramics store around the corner showed that cosyness is possible at this site. Hat of for the kind owner! The total site itself looks like a work in progress.