The best waterside camping near Atascadero

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Atascadero is a relaxed town in Central Coast wine country with rolling hills, colossal oak trees, arroyos, horse ranches, and nearby hot springs. It boasts an extensive network of mountain biking and hiking trails via the adjacent Los Padres National Forest, and it’s a quick drive to Morro Bay and other Pacific Coast beaches with epic surf, swimming, and sunsets. Camping near Atascadero means choosing from options such as ranch and vineyard campgrounds, coastal mountain hideouts, and forest glamping getaways. Set inland between Paso Robles and San Luis Obispo, Atascadero also makes for a great layover on road trips between San Francisco and Los Angeles.

91% (3K) 85 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Atascadero

Los Padres National Forest

1. Los Padres National Forest

95%
(452)
National forest 78mi from Atascadero · 762 sites
From beach to mountain, California's second largest forest offers recreation in diverse ecosystems.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires

Atascadero is a relaxed town in Central Coast wine country with rolling hills, colossal oak trees, arroyos, horse ranches, and nearby hot springs. It boasts an extensive network of mountain biking and hiking trails via the adjacent Los Padres National Forest, and it’s a quick drive to Morro Bay and other Pacific Coast beaches with epic surf, swimming, and sunsets. Camping near Atascadero means choosing from options such as ranch and vineyard campgrounds, coastal mountain hideouts, and forest glamping getaways. Set inland between Paso Robles and San Luis Obispo, Atascadero also makes for a great layover on road trips between San Francisco and Los Angeles.

91% (3K) 85 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Atascadero

Los Padres National Forest

1. Los Padres National Forest

95%
(452)
National forest 78mi from Atascadero · 762 sites
From beach to mountain, California's second largest forest offers recreation in diverse ecosystems.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires

Atascadero camping guide

When to go

Atascadero's Mediterranean climate makes it camping-friendly year-round, but campers should consider high temperatures in summer and low temperatures in winter when choosing gear and lodging. Rain and fog are possible on the Central Coast in winter, while spring visitors may see wildflower blooms and running waterfalls.

Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field
Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field