91% (4.4K) • 120 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Avila Beach
Camp Seclusion
1. Camp Seclusion
89%
(84)
18mi from Avila Beach · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
A quiet secluded parcel nestled away on the outskirts of atascadero that backs up to the Salinas River. We get a nice breeze every afternoon and the eucalyptus trees provide ample shade when needed. Town is just a 5 minute drive and we are right in the center of the county making it an ideal place for wine lovers wanting to visit any of our beautiful local vineyards. We have two spots to camp with fire pits and shared running water. Also feel free to enjoy our horseshoe pits or take a walk through the back down to the riverbed.
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Potable water
from
$44
/ night
Happy Gray Coyote
2. Happy Gray Coyote
97%
(48)
152mi from Avila Beach · 3 sites · RVs
Property has been in my family for 60 years. Hope you enjoy the desert getaway!Learn more about this land:5 acres of open desert. Great views of surrounding mountains. Middle of nowhere, a great spot to get away from it all.. star gaze, and just chill out. Boon dock off the grid. NO Facilities but town has everything you could need and just far enough away... If you plan on having a campfire please obtain a burn permit on line. Its free and a great fire safety precaution. Obviously NO FIREWORKS.
Water hookup
from
$30
/ night
Camp Dirt
3. Camp Dirt
97%
(231)
47mi from Avila Beach · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
Welcome to Camp Dirt! We're so excited to welcome you to our corner of the world.We offer an expansive dry mowed field with cottonwood trees and riparian habitat next to seasonal river. Our sites are very private next to working ranch vineyard. Keep in mind our sites do have dirt road access only and can have spotty cell reception. During fire ban propane fire pits are available and are complimentary.We have great amenities including toilets, picnic tables, and trash bins. Pets and generators are also allowed but only vehicles under 30 ft are allowed at our sites.Our guests love us too! "It was really nice to camp in the vineyard. Beautiful views, shade, great firepit with wood, picnic table and grass. Clean bathroom and even a kitchen sink!"
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Campfires
from
$99
/ night
The Templeton Silver Bell
4. The Templeton Silver Bell
100%
(6)
26mi from Avila Beach · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
The Silver Bell Ranch is 44 acres in the center of Templeton Gap wine region and within a few miles of Paso Roble wine country. Two sites: one full hookup and one self-contained (under a magnificient blue oak). The ranch is pasture and rolling hills with a two-acre vineyard and beaiutiful views of surrounding hills and ranches. The sites are private, quiet and peaceful. The Silver Bell is minutes from Templeton and Paso Robles AVA wineries and a half hour from the ocean, the hotsprings of Paso and drivable to all of the amenities of the region: Paso Robles and the cities of Atascadero and San Luis Obispo, and San Miguel. Atascadero is a fifteen minutes drive away; San Luis Obispo is a half hour drive. The ranch is gates for privacy; guests are restricted to the RV sites.
Picnic table
Full hookups
from
$80
/ night
Johansing Farms
5. Johansing Farms
100%
(8)
35mi from Avila Beach · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
Experience a night on a bustling cattle ranch. Johansing Farms provides a rustic, dry campsite accessible via a dirt road, ensuring seclusion and tranquility. Nestled within a 6500-acre ranch, the panoramic views are endless. The ranch features activities such as horseback riding, hiking, and biking. Beyond cattle ranching, we grow and sale hay. Accommodations include tent camping, RVs with dry hookups, a pavilion for relaxation, or a bunkhouse with a fireplace and dinning room table to enjoy on those cold nights. Newly added, we now have a silo featuring a king-size bed, available for anyone seeking a place to rest their head. There is no electricity and cell service is limited, offering a true escape from the hustle of everyday life.
Toilets
Campfires
Picnic table
from
$55
/ night
91% (4.4K) • 120 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Avila Beach
Camp Seclusion
1. Camp Seclusion
89%
(84)
18mi from Avila Beach · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
A quiet secluded parcel nestled away on the outskirts of atascadero that backs up to the Salinas River. We get a nice breeze every afternoon and the eucalyptus trees provide ample shade when needed. Town is just a 5 minute drive and we are right in the center of the county making it an ideal place for wine lovers wanting to visit any of our beautiful local vineyards. We have two spots to camp with fire pits and shared running water. Also feel free to enjoy our horseshoe pits or take a walk through the back down to the riverbed.
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Potable water
from
$44
/ night
Happy Gray Coyote
2. Happy Gray Coyote
97%
(48)
152mi from Avila Beach · 3 sites · RVs
Property has been in my family for 60 years. Hope you enjoy the desert getaway!Learn more about this land:5 acres of open desert. Great views of surrounding mountains. Middle of nowhere, a great spot to get away from it all.. star gaze, and just chill out. Boon dock off the grid. NO Facilities but town has everything you could need and just far enough away... If you plan on having a campfire please obtain a burn permit on line. Its free and a great fire safety precaution. Obviously NO FIREWORKS.
Water hookup
from
$30
/ night
Camp Dirt
3. Camp Dirt
97%
(231)
47mi from Avila Beach · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
Welcome to Camp Dirt! We're so excited to welcome you to our corner of the world.We offer an expansive dry mowed field with cottonwood trees and riparian habitat next to seasonal river. Our sites are very private next to working ranch vineyard. Keep in mind our sites do have dirt road access only and can have spotty cell reception. During fire ban propane fire pits are available and are complimentary.We have great amenities including toilets, picnic tables, and trash bins. Pets and generators are also allowed but only vehicles under 30 ft are allowed at our sites.Our guests love us too! "It was really nice to camp in the vineyard. Beautiful views, shade, great firepit with wood, picnic table and grass. Clean bathroom and even a kitchen sink!"
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Campfires
from
$99
/ night
The Templeton Silver Bell
4. The Templeton Silver Bell
100%
(6)
26mi from Avila Beach · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
The Silver Bell Ranch is 44 acres in the center of Templeton Gap wine region and within a few miles of Paso Roble wine country. Two sites: one full hookup and one self-contained (under a magnificient blue oak). The ranch is pasture and rolling hills with a two-acre vineyard and beaiutiful views of surrounding hills and ranches. The sites are private, quiet and peaceful. The Silver Bell is minutes from Templeton and Paso Robles AVA wineries and a half hour from the ocean, the hotsprings of Paso and drivable to all of the amenities of the region: Paso Robles and the cities of Atascadero and San Luis Obispo, and San Miguel. Atascadero is a fifteen minutes drive away; San Luis Obispo is a half hour drive. The ranch is gates for privacy; guests are restricted to the RV sites.
Picnic table
Full hookups
from
$80
/ night
Johansing Farms
5. Johansing Farms
100%
(8)
35mi from Avila Beach · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
Experience a night on a bustling cattle ranch. Johansing Farms provides a rustic, dry campsite accessible via a dirt road, ensuring seclusion and tranquility. Nestled within a 6500-acre ranch, the panoramic views are endless. The ranch features activities such as horseback riding, hiking, and biking. Beyond cattle ranching, we grow and sale hay. Accommodations include tent camping, RVs with dry hookups, a pavilion for relaxation, or a bunkhouse with a fireplace and dinning room table to enjoy on those cold nights. Newly added, we now have a silo featuring a king-size bed, available for anyone seeking a place to rest their head. There is no electricity and cell service is limited, offering a true escape from the hustle of everyday life.
Toilets
Campfires
Picnic table
from
$55
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Jim
November 2025
Tent
With pets
We absolutely loved our experience at the farm, the hosts could not have been any nicer and it was exactly what we needed after a less than perfect experience at another Hipcamp the night before. I can’t wait to go back again and spend more time at the farm.
First time I’ve ever had a host pre light a fire for us as well, they definitely went above and beyond for us and made our visit very memorable.
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Marco
October 2025
17 ft travel trailer
We spent two wonderful days at this property. The place is beautiful, surrounded by pastures and vineyards, and the owners are incredibly kind and helpful. We mentioned that we wanted to have a BBQ for dinner, and they provided us with a wood-burning grill, complete with firewood and fire starters. We cooked one of their rib-eyes — absolutely delicious! It was our first experience with a wood-fired BBQ, and we loved it! The property also has a fire pit. We’ll definitely be back! Thank you!
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Liz
July 2025
Tent
With pets
The site was quiet and peaceful, great view of the stars! There are farms all around which meant neighboring animals did make some noise, like the roosters in the early morning. I didn't mind, but if you're trying to sleep through that you might want some earplugs or a different location. I appreciated that there was a fire pit and picnic table available for use. As a solo female camper I felt safe and enjoyed my stay overall.
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Debbie
July 2025
31 ft Class C
With pets
The property was nice and private and pretty surroundings.
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Wendy
June 2025
20 ft travel trailer
Nice open area, quiet and secluded. Graham was very accommodating. We will definitely return.
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Chris
May 2025
23 ft campervan
With pets
Quiet, peaceful place in a very nice field. Easy to find and check in, and a very scenic area.
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Katie
May 2025
19 ft Class B
With pets
Parked with our camper van. This spot was quiet and secluded, although there were a few other campers nearby. Access to fresh water, shared campfire and beautiful stargazing.
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Jason
May 2025
17 ft travel trailer
There was plenty of room, it was quiet and the site set up was just like photos on page. I just stopped for the night and it was perfect for my quick stay.
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Robert
April 2025
Tent
The area surrounding grahams home was very nice area short distance into town. The campsite is just as advertised. It has some really nice trees and level ground as well as some sloping. Very quiet neighborhood and overall, a good experience.
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Tiffany
April 2025
Tent
With pets
Have always fantasized about living in a meadow—beautiful, calm, peaceful place to pitch a tent. Our dog loved it! My teens loved it! They’re a hard sell these days. It was a great stop on our road trip. (A little rough to tent camp with no bathroom so keep that in mind.)
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Jean
April 2025
20 ft campervan
With pets
Loved my night of camping here! Beautiful views and complete peace and quiet….exactly what I was looking for….and so nice to have a big field for my dog to run in
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Anna
March 2025
Tent
Camp Seclusion is a beautiful spot among a row of eucalyptus trees. Tons of open space near the train tracks. No train came through while we were there but it would have been cool to see. Great star gazing at night. Easy in and out.
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Trevor
January 2025
Tent
First time using Hipcamp - made it very easy. Was a last minute trip in the area and I didn't want to be in some loud packed public campground. Very quite and peaceful.
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Scott
December 2024
27 ft travel trailer
With pets
The spot was easy to get to, where we could park our truck and airstream trailer. We enjoyed a calm and peaceful evening on the Central Coast. The Host, Graham, was on the property to meet us and share the needed details already shared in the post. Overall, it was a lovely stay, and we only wish we had come sooner in the day to enjoy more time.
A highlight was hearing the Sretch Owls early in the evening.
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Daniel
December 2024
Tent
Group trip
Great campsite. Close to town but very secluded and quiet. David is a great host.
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Josh
November 2024
Tent
Group trip
Fantastic campsite! Peaceful location and beautiful surroundings - would highly recommend!
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