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Top-rated campgrounds near Palo Alto
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Top-rated campgrounds near Palo Alto
Public campgrounds near Palo Alto
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
Xavier
November 2025
Tent
Clean space, a bit tricky to find your spot if you arrive at night
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Mary
November 2025
20 ft Class B
With pets
I loved RV camping. My site was perfect. We had a lot of privacy.
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Kevin
November 2025
Tent
Group trip
I had originally booked site 1 to be closer to the restroom, but was told that someone that was currently staying there extended their stay. Jing was very prompt & kind to offer us other campsites within the area. We ended staying at Site 3 instead, which actually worked out much better in my honest opinion. It was literally right next to the hiking trail that my buddies went on. However site 3 was advertised as (Near Restroom) but it really isn't. It's a pretty long walk up and down a hill to get it. Luckily we paid for the extra car, which ended up being our vehicle to drive to the restroom. I don't think that would make me not recommend to stay at here. We made it work. Overall our stay was super nice, memories were made with friends & family. The redwoods provided so much shade and we felt cool all day. Not to mention sunset was really nice as well. We walked & drove past the group campsite and probably would plan another stay at that site next time. Thank you for the hospitality! We'll be back!
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Adam
November 2025
Tent
Group trip
Beautiful trees surround the group site’s flat ground. But each individual campsite looked pristine, the most south ones especially. Plenty of picnic tables, bathrooms suitable, water food. There’s also 15 min hike straight down to a creek. Gorgeous spot!
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Shari
October 2025
Tent
With pets
This was my second time camping on Norris and Roberta’s land. They are both so welcoming, and I just love all their goats and sheep and chickens…and the new baby llama! My campsite was very private, making it easy for me to walk my dogs. This is my go-to HipCamp when I am in the area.
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Gur
October 2025
Tent
Group trip
Amaya Creek is an absolutely stunning, must-visit campground for anyone looking to truly for peace, feel to nature.
The towering redwoods provide incredible shade and privacy, making each site feel like its own secluded forest haven. We particularly loved falling asleep to the soothing sounds of the creek running nearby—it’s the perfect antidote to city noise.
The facilities were clean, well-maintained, and the staff was friendly and helpful. If you want a genuine, peaceful experience with excellent access to nature trails, this is the place. We left feeling completely refreshed and can't wait to return. Highly recommend.
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Patrick
October 2025
Tent
This place was so much fun. Great people to hang out with and the animals are so friendly.
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Frans
October 2025
Tent
Interesting drive in, peaceful sites, shower/bathroom is pretty rustic
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Evelyn
October 2025
Tent
With kids
This camping spot was more than a dream come true! Most serene location we have stayed at in memory. We camped one night on a weekday in October and the weather was great, chilly but not too cold. Saw a skunk and a banana slug.
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Beth
September 2025
13 ft Class C
With kids
Norris and Roberta were so welcoming and awesome. Our 6yr old LOVED all the animals and it was an easy trip into Moss Landing and Monterey!
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T
September 2025
16 ft campervan
With kids
Site 2 was lovely with the tree overhang. It's well positioned to the bathroom--not to far, not too close. Bathrooms were fully functional and stocked with TP. We were warned quite soon after our arrival that some other campers had been stung by wasps so tread carefully when off trail or beyond your camp site. We stayed just one night. Overall, an easy and lovely experience!
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Justin
September 2025
Tent
With kids
Norris and Roberta were the friendliest host. Our family had such a wonderful time at their site, exploring the farm. They welcomed us as if we were old friends and gave took our kids around to hang out with their animals, pick fresh fruits, and run around the property. Our kids loved their dogs too! Norris and Roberta took extra effort to make sure we were comfortable, which we greatly appreciated. The campsite we used was shaded and peaceful with plenty of space for a 6 person tent. Folding tables were available too. The communal fire-pit was nice with some mood string lighting around the area, and Norris/Roberta spent extra time making sure our kids were having fun. So grateful to them for opening up their home and hosting us!
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Kristen
September 2025
Tent
Loved this place!! Will definitely be back :) the hosts were so friendly and welcoming too
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charline
September 2025
16 ft Class A
Road was very difficult. We arrived at night and didn’t feel safe. There was nobody around apart from empty camper vans. We decided to leave and don’t stay there.
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Crystal
September 2025
Tent
With pets
Elkhorn Ranch HIP Camp is absolutely a hidden gem for families especially if kids are wild about animals. My children came home with stories about goats, lamas, sheep, cows, dogs, cats, and even the friendly farm dogs who take their sheep-protecting duties seriously (but only bark at night because those coyotes are out there somewhere, plotting a sheep heist!). During the day, those dogs were like gentle, furry tour guides, happy to let my kids snuggle and play.
The children hit the jackpot when the owner's grandkids showed up. They roamed from hay to sunflower patch, chasing each other in farm freedom. The owner, a super helpful and kind Jamaican gentleman, even made us feel like part of the family.
You can zip over to Moss Landing for some beach fun, and the apple farms in Watsonville or Salinas are just up the road, so picking fresh apples was the icing on our farm-fresh cake. We also took the Ottertunity to kayak in Elkhorn Slough to see the sea otters.
Our only “complaint” (if you can call it one) was a little nighttime puppy concert. The dogs only bark when the sheep need guarding, and it felt reassuring, like farm security on furry paws. I was annoyed at first because I was tired. Then he stopped and I was mostly reassured that there were not coyotes around us.
We’ll be back for more s’mores, sunflower selfies, and sheep serenades.
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april
September 2025
Tent
With pets
Very nice host. Calm environment and fun for the kids.
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Michael
September 2025
Tent
I really enjoyed getting out in this beautifully treed campground. It felt like I had the entire campground to myself and they have a nice little hiking trail. They also have different types of camping accommodations at reasonable prices. So yes I would recommend Jing's Land to all you Hipcampers.
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Naomi
September 2025
16 ft car
With kids
Very welcoming hosts and spacious camping area. Has everything you need clean outhouse, warm water to wash dishes, and communal fire pit. The animals were friendly and fun to have around. Thanks Norris and Roberta!
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Matthew
September 2025
25 ft pop-up camper
Easy to find and very accessible. The tranquility was a definite plus. Being a single campsite was very nice. Site electrical worked great. Thank you for allowing my wife and I to stay here one night after Boots & Brews instead of driving all the way home.
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David
September 2025
36 ft fifth wheel
A very peaceful and quiet location just outside of Morgan Hill. Kind of the ideal place for a quick getaway.
We stayed there in our fifth wheel RV and Brian was an excellent host, always very friendly and made sure that we felt welcome.
And an absolute plus to being here was being able to hang out with the Highland cow Dually!
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