The best dog-friendly RV parks near Isleton, California

Isleton is an easygoing town on the California Delta that is surrounded by recreational opportunities, including fishing, boating, birdwatching, and—you guessed it—RV camping on the San Joaquin and Sacramento rivers. The Isleton area has a host of RV parks and campsites with amenities such as full hookups, wifi, and hot showers full hookups and wifi to choose from. The local Brannan Island State Recreation Area campground is another great choice for RV campers, as campsites include water and electric hookups, picnic tables, fire rings, and restrooms. The nearby Sherman Island County Park, popular among salmon fishers and windsurfers, also has an RV campground. East of the Bay Area and south of Sacramento, Isleton also makes for a relaxing layover for RV road trips eastward to Yosemite National Park or the Stanislaus National Forest.

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Isleton is an easygoing town on the California Delta that is surrounded by recreational opportunities, including fishing, boating, birdwatching, and—you guessed it—RV camping on the San Joaquin and Sacramento rivers. The Isleton area has a host of RV parks and campsites with amenities such as full hookups, wifi, and hot showers full hookups and wifi to choose from. The local Brannan Island State Recreation Area campground is another great choice for RV campers, as campsites include water and electric hookups, picnic tables, fire rings, and restrooms. The nearby Sherman Island County Park, popular among salmon fishers and windsurfers, also has an RV campground. East of the Bay Area and south of Sacramento, Isleton also makes for a relaxing layover for RV road trips eastward to Yosemite National Park or the Stanislaus National Forest.

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1. Magical Forbes Island Large Groups!

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6.9mi from Isleton · 13 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Knightsen, CA

Book our floating Forbes Island for your OffBeat, Off-Grid Experience! This private, historic event venue accommodates 2 to 125 people with a few special on-board bedrooms, and plenty of camping at adjoining Willow Grove Ranch. *This property appeals to the adventurous - guests must pay attention to transportation instructions and prepare to be off-grid during their stay.* *DISCLAIMER* Forbes Island is a ferry and boat-accessible destination! To drive, you must catch the Car Ferry in Oakley to transport you to the Island. A Midday Car-Ferry Boat or Pre-Booked Passenger Boat is Required! - Please Call Before Booking - *This property has unique logistics. Please send a message to call and iron out all your details, before booking!* --- The Forbes Island off-grid event venue and campground are at Bradford Island in the Sacramento River Delta. The floating barge is moored next to our private ranch, utilized for tent and RV camping for larger groups. We limit rentals to single groups for ultimate privacy in a natural setting. You and your guests enjoy the remote Sacramento River Delta wetlands while being only a short drive from the Bay Area. Guests have direct access to water sports and private docks. *Note: Forbes Island requires passage via the Bradford Island car ferry (see schedule below), a personal watercraft, or a captained passenger ferry boat that must be booked in advance. Boat dock space is included. History: Forbes Thor Kiddoo came to San Francisco in 1959 after a stint in the Coast Guard. A carpenter and engineer, he developed a business constructing houseboats in Sausalito. Then, inspired by Jules Verne’s Captain Nemo and the movie version of “20,000 Leagues Under The Sea”, Forbes Kiddoo built himself an underwater home, complete with portholes for watching the fish swim past, a diving hatch and a grand bedroom suite fit for a captain of his private world. In the ’90s, Forbes added a 40-foot lighthouse and a white picket fence. Today, a small group of committed friends has preserved and kept Forbes Island afloat for community events, opening it for all to experience and enjoy. Your rental helps us to maintain this totally unique, fabulous find into the future. FAQ Are day campers included in the total guest count, or does it only apply to overnight guests? All campers, whether they are staying overnight or not, must be included in the reservation. Can additional guests be added after the initial booking? Yes, you can modify your trip to add more guests through the Hipcamp app, but you cannot exceed the maximum capacity. --- Forbes Island is a historic architectural folly built on a floating barge, with indoor spaces above and below its deck. The venue is adjacent to private land available to add-on to your booking, for camping and RV parking. Guests may sleep in any of the following places on the property: 1. Top Deck: Open-Air Camping 2. Top Deck Tiki Room: Indoor room, no furnishings 3. Below Deck Bedroom 1: Full Bed with attached bathroom 4. Below Deck Bedroom 2: Queen Bed 5. Below Deck "Living Room" and Bar: Indoor room, no furnishings 6. Adjacent field available for tent and RV camping. *Note: the barge has two functional bathrooms with toilet and sink that uses non-potable water, no showers onboard. Provided Aboard: Refrigerator Grill on Deck Electrical Power Starlink Wifi BYO: Drinking Water Provisions Musical Instruments Sunscreen --- BRADFORD ISLAND FERRY: https://bradfordisland.com/wp-... Round-Trip (car) Ferry Ticket $15.50: Purchase ferry tickets at this Oakley Valero Station https://goo.gl/maps/FHpr8VUvj8... Ferry Schedule: MONDAY – FRIDAY RUNS: 9 am to 5 pm (RUNS ON THE HOUR EXCEPT AT 12 NOON) SATURDAY RUNS: 8 am, 9 am, 10 am, 11 am & 12 NOON SUNDAY RUNS: 11 am, 12 pm, 1 pm, 2 pm, 3 pm Be sure to be there at least 5 minutes early because Delta Time has its own way of doing things! *NOTE: if you miss the last ferry of the day, you are staying for another night!

2. Lavanda Cresta Olive Ranch

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36mi from Isleton · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Wallace, CA

Our ranch is 15 acres total including my private residence. The terrain is rolling foothills with stunning views of Lake Camanche and the Sierra Nevada mountain range. We have about 600 Olive trees on the property that we harvest every year to make our Lavanda Cresta Olive Oil and products. The area offers a host of activities including water sports on the many surrounding lakes and rivers, wine tasting in the Lodi Wine Region and Shenandoah Valley Wine Region, both offering hundreds of wineries to enjoy new and your favorite wines. For the more adventurous, Yosemite is about a three hour drive away. Come and enjoy the Calaveras County Motherload Region!

3. Wild Oak Retreat

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49mi from Isleton · 1 site · Tent, RV · El Dorado Hills, CA

This property is a slice of heaven nestled on the outskirts of El Dorado Hills situated minutes from Folsom Lake. You will be staying on a 12 acre property with a variety of tent and van/ rv parking options. The property is filled with wildlife - grey squirrels, deer, turkey, jack rabbits, and even the occasional Bald Eagle sighting. This property is located on a quiet rural road. Easy accessibility for large vehicles with pull through options. Unwind with plenty of peace and privacy. The stargazing is amazing at night. The days provide plenty of sunshine but the wild oaks provide lots of shade. Amenities: We offer electric and water if needed (not set up for hookups). *No RV Dump* We have a bathroom with toilet and sink available. There is a large fenced dog park specifically for the dogs to be able to run safely! Location: Our location is a 12 min straight shot off the Hwy 50 exit. We are a stones throw from Folsom Lake. 12 mins to Sweetwater Creek Trail parking lot, Acorn Creek Trail parking, Skunk Hallow Trail head. 15 mins to Granite Bay Recreation Area and walking trails. We are a 5 min drive to restaurants, gas station (diesel #2 available) and shopping. Perfect stop for bike packers headed towards Pilot Hill. Things to do in the area: Bike the American river bike trail which is 32 mi long, explore Folsom Lake by stand-up paddle board or swimming from the many entry points within minutes of the property. There are MILES of hiking trails within minutes, explore historic downtown Folsom, go wine tasting at the 20+ local wineries, pick fresh fruit and vegetables at the local farms. White water rafting in Lotus/ Coloma is only 25 mins away. Granite Bay state beach is 15 mins.

4. Hy View Ranch & Camp

11mi from Isleton · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Galt, CA

Nestled along the gentle curves of a beautiful, tree-lined river, Hy View Ranch offers a private and peaceful escape for you and your family. Set on a working vineyard, our exclusive campground provides spacious sites surrounded by mature grape vines, mature oaks, and the calming sounds of nature. Here, you can wake up to birdsong, spend your days fishing, swimming, or kayaking on the river, and gather around a crackling campfire under a blanket of stars at night. Whether you bring a tent, a camper, or just a spirit of adventure, you’ll find plenty of room to relax and explore. There is a few wineries near us and a local wine tasting within walking distance. Enjoy scenic walking trails, relax under the tree, and wide-open spaces where kids can roam free and memories are made. With private access to the river and the warm hospitality of ranch life, Hy View Ranch Campground is the perfect place to slow down, reconnect, and create unforgettable moments with the ones you love.

5. Million Dollar Views Await

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40mi from Isleton · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Winters, CA

Follow the paved drive as it meanders between palm trees to the hilltop, where your breath will be taken away by majestic views of rich farmland and the Blue Ridge Mountain Range. This is country living at its best, and we invite you to step into a relaxing and comfortable vacation. On the property, you’ll find a sparkling swimming pool and plenty of space for hiking, where you may spot deer, rabbits, wild pigs, or turkeys. Nearby attractions include wine tasting, multiple restaurant options, hot-air balloon rides, horseback riding, golf, a spa, water sports on Lake Berryessa, Cache Creek Casino, and shopping at the Vacaville Premium Outlets. Napa Valley is less than an hour away.

Public campgrounds near Isleton

Willow Campground

5.8mi from Isleton · 104 sites · Tents, RVs · in Brannan Island State Recreation Area

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Cottonwood Campground

6.1mi from Isleton · 47 sites · Tents, RVs · in Brannan Island State Recreation Area

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Juniper and Live Oak Campground

26mi from Isleton · 51 sites · Tents, RVs · in Mount Diablo State Park

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Mount Diablo Group Campground

27mi from Isleton · 59 sites · Tents, RVs · in Mount Diablo State Park

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Caswell Memorial Campground

39mi from Isleton · 61 sites · Tents, RVs · in Caswell Memorial State Park

Stories from the community

The parking spot. I wanted the views out my other side windows. And in order to reach the water spigot you need to back in.

Anne

3 weeks ago

23 ft travel trailer

6 nights at Million Dollar Views Await

I was the first hip camper at this location. Amazing views of the valley below, farmland and ranches. During my stay, it was very windy and raining the first few days unfortunately so I didn’t get to see the views all the way to Sacramento until my last day. If you’re looking for quiet and remote away from town, this is your spot. A few things to note and I’ve shared with Darwin the property owner: -About a mile out the road in is gravel so it’s a bit bumpy but drivable for 2WD. -the driveway up is also gravel until you get to the barn and then it’s paved. There is a bit of a bump at that spot where it transitions to paved so just be careful and go slow.. -once at the top, there is a nice space for I’d say up to a 25 foot trailer. Anything larger is going to have trouble turning around. There were some low hanging branches at the top of the driveway that hit the top of my trailer on my way up, but he trimmed them before I left, which was great. -Darwin is very friendly and super helpful wanting to make sure my stay was a good one. He was kind enough to help me back in my trailer since it took a bit of maneuvering. -there is a water spigot and he has an extension cord for 110v power. He asked for suggestions, I gave him several like adding in a 30 amp outlet (summer heat for A/C) and he has the capability to put in a sewer drain closer to the parking spot. There is a proper drain, but it’s up against the house and there’s a pool fence to go through.

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Robert

September 2025

20 ft pop-up camper

Weekend Trip to Wild Oak Retreat

what a great place. very peaceful and the owner mike was super nice

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Dan

December 2024

26 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Lavanda Cresta Olive Ranch

Directions were easy to follow and the camp site is fairly level . The host double check that everything was OK for us. It was very responsive. 👍 Views were nice with the sounds of rooster and horses in the distance . We got to visit the record salmon run on the moke river ending at the hatchery. Heavy dew in the mornings in the December season caused the dogs to track dirt into the camper but it cleaned up easily.