The best dog-friendly campgrounds near Covelo, California

Looking for a camping adventure near Covelo, California? Hipcamp has over 1000 options to choose from, with accommodations ranging from cozy cabins to spacious campsites. With average prices per night starting at $60 and options as low as $20, there's something for every budget. Check out top-rated campsites like Jug Handle Creek Farm (1479 reviews), Mendocino Magic (410 reviews), and Maple Creek Ranch (307 reviews) for tried and true options. Plus, enjoy popular amenities like pet-friendly sites, toilets, and potable water. And if biking, fishing, and hiking are your jam, you're in luck - these activities are all popular in the area!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Covelo

Looking for a camping adventure near Covelo, California? Hipcamp has over 1000 options to choose from, with accommodations ranging from cozy cabins to spacious campsites. With average prices per night starting at $60 and options as low as $20, there's something for every budget. Check out top-rated campsites like Jug Handle Creek Farm (1479 reviews), Mendocino Magic (410 reviews), and Maple Creek Ranch (307 reviews) for tried and true options. Plus, enjoy popular amenities like pet-friendly sites, toilets, and potable water. And if biking, fishing, and hiking are your jam, you're in luck - these activities are all popular in the area!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Covelo

1. Lost Coast Basecamp

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(108)

42mi from Covelo · 5 sites · Lodging

Blu Graham was born and raised on the Lost Coast. He is the owner and operator of Lost Coast Adventure Tours, a local guiding outfitter and shuttle service for the Lost Coast. He knows all the epic spots and history about the surrounding area. Nestled in the heart of the wilderness, Lost Coast Base Camp is more than just a place to prep, refuel or rest after a trip; it's a vibrant hub of adventure, camaraderie, and unforgettable experiences. Designed with the spirited explorer in mind, this unique retreat serves as the ultimate base for your wilderness adventures, offering a communal atmosphere that is both welcoming and energizing. At Lost Coast Base Camp, we believe that true adventure is found not only in the wild landscapes that surround us but also in the stories and friendships forged around a crackling campfire. This is a place where connections are made effortlessly, and shared experiences create bonds that last a lifetime. Our communal living spaces, open dining areas, and group-led expeditions are all crafted to encourage interaction, collaboration, and the sharing of tales from the trail. If solitude is what you seek, Lost Coast Base Camp may challenge your expectations. Here, the emphasis is on community and connection. Our ethos is built on the belief that together, we can experience more deeply, learn more profoundly, and celebrate the spirit of adventure more vibrantly. Whether you're sharing a meal with fellow adventurers, teaming up for an impromptu hike, or exchanging stories under the stars, you'll find that our base camp is a place where privacy gives way to shared joy and individual journeys merge into collective escapades. Forget about the tedious task of unpacking and pitching your tent. Our bell tent camps are pre-set, standing ready as your private retreat amidst the great outdoors. The inclusion of cots means that you’re elevated from the ground, ensuring a comfortable rest that rejuvenates you for the adventures that lie ahead. Enjoy big skies overlooking a vast mountain range. Our boat camp and bus camp will also be available soon! We are located just a few miles from Shelter Cove and both the Northern and Southern Lost Coast Trail segments. Making it a perfect place for hikers, dual sport enthusiasts and anyone wanting to get away from the everyday hustle bustle. At Lost Coast Base Camp, every detail is designed to enhance your wilderness experience, including access to shared amenities that cater to both comfort and convenience. Enjoy ourseasonal fire pit or cook up a feast at the BBQ pit. Our enclosed bathrooms and hot showers provide a touch of home, while the communal full kitchen is perfect for preparing meals and sharing stories of the day's adventures. Plus, with a dedicated camp host on hand to provide you with wood, sleeping pads, or answer any questions you may have about the area, you're assured a hassle-free and enriching stay.

2. Old Mill Farm

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(55)

39mi from Covelo · 1 site · Lodging

This magical place is far out there! We are providing a setting for those adventurers who want a place to REALLY "get away from it all." Expect a beautiful 30 minute drive on gravel roads through mature Redwood forest from the village of Mendocino. The property is also accessible from Fort Bragg via HWY 20 and road 408/Little Lake Rd. The Aloha Cabin is a beautiful one room timber frame cabin located on a ridge top in the Redwood forest. Upon entering the gate at Old Mill Farm the Aloha Cabin is the first building you see as you come out of the thick forest and into the mixed meadow/forest ridge top of the property. Old Mill Farm is a 320 ranch in the middle of Mendocino county's 50,000 acre JDSF (Jackson State Demonstration Forest.) The Aloha sits by itself about a 1/2 mile from the rest of the ranch buildings and like the entire ranch is completely off-grid. Electricity is provided by a solar photovoltaic system and battery back up. All water is pumped with solar power and gravity fed throughout the property. You will be imbedded in the outdoors with ample opportunity to commune with the forest and the wildlife that live there. The Aloha has a kitchen equipped for cooking with refrigerator, range and oven. There is a bathroom with a flush toilet and a private outdoor shower. We provide linens and bedding for the full size bed and towels for 4 guests. There is also a sleeping loft (with no bedding included but can be added as an extra.) Please bring your own pads and sleeping bags to use the loft or pitch a tent in the front yard. The front yard is fenced and has a fire pit. Always be fire conscious - never burn outside of the fire pit and extinguish all fires before leaving or bed. You are free to relax in the natural beauty of this place, meditate while walking our earthen labyrinth or hike around the property along the ridge and on the logging roads that descend on each side. Please respect all signs and private residents. JDSF has extensive hiking and mountain bike trails accessible right from the cabin or a short drive away. The breathtaking Mendocino Coast offers an abundance of activities from the forest to the ocean headlands and beaches.

3. Mendocino Magic

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17mi from Covelo · 167 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

Mendocino Magic is a camping, fishing, wedding and outdoor events destination in inland Mendocino county, Northern California, just a few miles off Highway 101 in the heart of the Emerald Triangle. This unique sprawling 600-acre property is home to the largest privately-held reservoir in the North Coast region, perfect for swimming and catch &release fishing. We offer tent camping, RV & Car camping, luxe furnished tents, and cabins for your stay. Star gaze from the rolling hills of the Mendocino forest, kayak on our private Reservoir, and show off your BBQ skills with included campground amenities. Reserve your camp site early for the best availability. About half of our 2023 summer weekends are currently sold out. All Mendocino Magic Campers Enjoy the Following Amenities - Central Camp with tables, BBQ grills (propane provided), filtered water, and weekend propane fire dish run by staff. - Portapotty bathrooms with outdoor sinks. - Outdoor hot showers - Access to Holland Reservoir, our private lake, for swimming, boating, and catch and release fishing. Kayaks are available at the lake for no additional charge - first come, first served. No lifeguard on duty, bring your own life jackets if you need them. - Miles of hiking and biking trails through mountainous hillsides and scenic valleys. - Some of the best stargazing in Northern California with frequent meteor showers. - Camping supplies delivered to your camp site (for an additional charge), including cooler rentals, ice. Mackenzie manages the campground with a team of incredible people. In a world increasingly connected in the digital sense, we invite you to come up and get back to your roots, and connect with people the old fashioned way. Come join us for stargazing, paintball, fishing & swimming, weddings & outdoor events, and camping!

4. Black Oak Ranch

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(249)

15mi from Covelo · 32 sites · Tents, RVs

Now open for group camping! Black Oak Ranch has hosted music festivals on our beautiful 150 acre property for more than 30 years, including The Hog Farm Pignic, Earthdance, Kate Wolf Music Festival, and the Hog Farm Hideaway. Conveniently located just off of Highway 101 in Mendocino County, Black Oak Ranch offers beautiful flat campsites full of majestic old oak trees, leafy bay groves, and Ten Mile Creek which is perfect for cooling off on hot summer days. Black Oak Ranch is home to an abundance of wildlife including deer, raptors, and our newest residents, two families of beavers!

5. Ridge Retreat

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48mi from Covelo · 3 sites · Lodging

We bought this piece of property in 2016 - not because of the Main House, not because of the detached In-law unit, but because this sweet tiny unfinished structure tucked into the trees was screaming to be turned into something fantastic!  It became our passion project - and we build it out by insulating, sheet-rocking and adding on this dream bathroom with the vision of creating a truly special space in the trees!

Public campgrounds near Covelo

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Eel River Campground

9.1mi from Covelo · 15 sites · Tents, RVs · in Mendocino National Forest

Little Doe Campground

16mi from Covelo · 13 sites · Tents, RVs · in Mendocino National Forest

Wells Cabin Campground

16mi from Covelo · 25 sites · Tents, RVs · in Mendocino National Forest

Hammerhorn Campground

17mi from Covelo · 9 sites · Tents, RVs · in Mendocino National Forest

Atchison Campground

18mi from Covelo · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · in Mendocino National Forest

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Ashlynn

3 weeks ago

With pets

3 nights at Old Mill Farm

Aloha cabin was the perfect escape! The cabin itself was very clean and had all of the essentials for a cozy stay. The setting is extremely peaceful & serene and was the perfect place to relax & disconnect.

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Mauricio

3 weeks ago

With pets

4 nights at Ridge Retreat

The cabin was very cozy and was what we were looking for. ~15 min to dtown Mendocino, and Albion has its own small grocery store nearby. It feels very woodsy and quiet, and the trail the property connects to goes out quite far into nature. So many mushrooms! Used the hot bath a lot, the outdoor shower we couldn't figure out, but it was cold to be out there anyway. The ladder that goes into the bedroom upstairs works but is definitely for younger/more able bodied folks, and I couldn't imagine getting up in the night to use the bathroom, so we ended up using the sofa bed. Thanks so much to host Elisa for being very responsive and helpful.

Victoria

November 2025

With pets

2 nights at Old Mill Farm

We had a wonderful stay at Aloha Cabin! The property is secluded, peaceful, and perfect for unplugging. We loved exploring the abundant land, and the night sky was incredible—we could even see the Milky Way. The yard and fire pit made evenings extra cozy, and our pets enjoyed it just as much as we did. Inside, the wood stove kept us warm and comfortable, and everything worked perfectly. The cabin has a charming, eco-friendly feel with cool history and plenty of books to browse. It was exactly the cozy getaway we were hoping for. We’ll definitely be coming back!

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Alex

November 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Old Mill Farm

Great spot. Very relaxing and simple. The cabin has everything you need.

Wedding photos turned out amazing with the beautiful scenery

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Tiffany

November 2025

2 nights at Ridge Retreat

Our host Elisa was very helpful and communicative! The view outside our cabin was beautiful and peaceful. When we did run into people living on the property, they were friendly and kind. When exploring the area there were a lot of different mushrooms and birds to enjoy. My only complaint would be that the ladder to the loft bed was hard to climb and the couch bed was uncomfortable. Otherwise we enjoyed our stay!

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Bridget

October 2025

Tent

1 night at Mendocino Magic

Such a beautiful and peaceful property. I was lucky enough to have the place to myself, but even with people there, I presume the large layout, reservoir and walking trails spread everything out nicely.

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Frank

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Lost Coast Basecamp

Blu was super accommodating and helpful, even with our late arrival! Stayed one night before hiking LCT, and it was amazing to have an easy and comfortable site to stay at beforehand.

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Alyson

September 2025

9 nights at Ridge Retreat

I would stay here again! Super cute and well appointed cabin. I loved the large bathroom and claw foot tub, and the giant window right in front of it looking out towards redwoods. The cabin felt private enough with comfort that the hosts weren’t too far away on the land.

Lena

September 2025

4 nights at Old Mill Farm

Aloha Cabin sits among beautiful trees and a quiet forest - perfect for real quiet time in nature. Going off-grid, watching the fire glow at night, and then curling up in a cozy, comfortable cabin that had everything we needed felt so good. Cas was helpful and quick to respond, and the books about the farm’s story made the place feel personal and special. We’d recommend this cabin to our best friends - and we’d love to come back.

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Rachael

September 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Lost Coast Basecamp

Gorgeous views and well-kept facilities. We really enjoyed our time here

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Kate

August 2025

Tent

1 night at Mendocino Magic

Lots of wildlife, quiet and peaceful, Mackenzie’s a great host. I walked around the reservoir and plan to return again and spend at least another day so I can enjoy it even more.

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Monica

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Old Mill Farm

My boyfriend and I loved it here! You really feel, and are, separated from everything and it’s great that the cabin has everything you need. So incredibly peaceful and we really appreciated all the trails that were left for us on a map inside the cabin. You see the rare biker group or car pass by but other than that, no one else around. Bit of a rough drive once you get off the highway but if you come prepared with a car that can handle that, you’ll be just fine.

Paul

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Old Mill Farm

We loved our stay at the Aloha Cabin. It had everything we needed and avoided everything we didn’t want. Cas was a great communicator and had the best directions. Thanks again! P + K

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Matthew

August 2025

4 nights at Old Mill Farm

Adorable off grid cabin in the heart of Jackson demonstration forest with beautiful redwood trees and roads and trails right outside your doorstep. Very comfortable and super easy communication. A great getaway for sure!

Matt

August 2025

1 night at Lost Coast Basecamp

Such an epic HipCamp! Highly recommend, it's the coolest spot. Amazing views, super unique place, access to a ton of amenities - I could not have asked for more. And LOVED THE CAMP DOG! haha. Alan is the best, and I am so stoked we got to meet him - THANK YOU ALLEN!

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Alexander

August 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Old Mill Farm

The Aloha cabin was the perfect weekend getaway. We loved how secluded it was. Being off-grid, the stars, the outdoor shower…everything was amazing! Our dog loved it too. We’re excited to go back soon!

Nathaniel and Pearl

July 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Mendocino Magic

This place is Magic.. The humans the make the space are epic. Truly a cosmic water hole. ❤️🙏

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Romy

July 2025

3 nights at Old Mill Farm

This was such a cool and peaceful place to stay for a few days. We stayed for 3 nights and it was wonderful. Cas was communicative and helpful. The property was peaceful and there was lots to do. Everything on the listing page is accurate. We would definitely consider visiting again if we decide to go back to that area. Loved it!

Juliana

July 2025

Weekend Trip to Ridge Retreat

We loved staying in Elisa’s land. It’s beautiful, peaceful and very cozy.

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Brandon

July 2025

1 night at Lost Coast Basecamp

The campsite was so cute and had great amenities. The tents were clean and well maintained. Some of the best star gazing I’ve seen in Northern California ever.