The best dog-friendly glamping near Redwood City, California

Looking for a unique camping experience near Redwood City, California that accommodates your furry friend? Hipcamp has over 500 options for you to choose from with glamping accommodations and pet-friendly terrain. The average price per night is $125, but with options as low as $36, you're sure to find something that fits your budget. Check out top-rated campsites like Salmon Creek Ranch (1270 reviews), The Enchanted Forest Retreat (743 reviews), and Windsor Family Farm (404 reviews) for a guaranteed great stay. With popular amenities like toilets, potable water, and campfires, and activities like boating, off-roading, and hiking, you'll have everything you need for an unforgettable camping experience.

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Looking for a unique camping experience near Redwood City, California that accommodates your furry friend? Hipcamp has over 500 options for you to choose from with glamping accommodations and pet-friendly terrain. The average price per night is $125, but with options as low as $36, you're sure to find something that fits your budget. Check out top-rated campsites like Salmon Creek Ranch (1270 reviews), The Enchanted Forest Retreat (743 reviews), and Windsor Family Farm (404 reviews) for a guaranteed great stay. With popular amenities like toilets, potable water, and campfires, and activities like boating, off-roading, and hiking, you'll have everything you need for an unforgettable camping experience.

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1. The Rainbow Junction

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41mi from Redwood City · 4 sites · Tents, Lodging · Livermore, CA

The Rainbow Junction offers a unique camping experience at the intersection of Mines Road and HWY 130 in the San Antonio Valley. We operate a restaurant and we offer camping friendly meals for guests. We love the wildness of this property and do not allow cars or vehicles beyond the parking lot. All of our sites are hike in sites. It's about a 1/4 mile hike on a small foot path. We have a wagon available for guests to use and we are happy to help you carry your things. We host a communal fire pit in the evenings, weather permitting, for all guests to enjoy, we do not allow open fires on the property. Cal Fire has requested that all campers get a permit, even to operate a gas stove. The permit is free and takes just a few minutes. https://permit.preventwildfiresca.org/ Please pack your trash, food scraps can be place in our compost but please be prepared to take all other items with you when you leave. Our swimming pond is about a 3/4 mile hike through brush from the restaurant but is a great way to beat the heat during the day! Campsites have a picnic table. A dry toilet is a short walk from campsites and we equip sites with a water dispenser and a sealed container for trash. Water from our well is always available outside of the restaurant and bathrooms with running water are available during business hours. There is a fire trail along one of our ridge lines that offers stunning views of the San Antonio Valley as well as our abundant wildlife. We sometimes host speakers and educational workshops and guests are always welcome to participate in events. Campers, trailers, RVs and Vans are welcome to stay in our lot but we currently do not have hookups available. Have a large group? We are happy to reserve group sites.

2. Airstream Glamping in Santa Cruz

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38mi from Redwood City · 2 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Santa Cruz, CA

Escape to the Heart of Santa Cruz! Welcome to your home away from home! Nestled in a the charming and convenient midtown residential neighborhood, our 2017 22FB Airstream Bambi Sport offers a unique and cozy glamping experience on a multigenerational property. Perfect for families, couples, or friends, this stylish Airstream can comfortably sleep up to 4 guests, with additional tent space available for those who want to embrace the great outdoors. Your Space Includes: Airstream Comfort: Enjoy the modern amenities of our fully equipped Airstream, featuring a queen-sized bed and a convertible dinette for extra sleeping space. Outdoor Oasis: Relax on the lush turf lawn, gather around the high-quality fire-pit for evening s’mores, and enjoy meals at the picnic table. 2017 22’ Airstream Bambi Sport has a bathroom with separate toilet and shower (not a “wet bath”). Small kitchen, a full bed (54x84”), and a dining area that converts into a second twin bed (38x74”) if desired. You can store bikes in the secure garage, and park your vehicle off street (with a security camera). BBQ & Chill: Fire up the propane BBQ for a delicious outdoor cookout under the Santa Cruz sun. Parking: Off-street parking is available for your convenience, along with secure bike storage for cycling enthusiasts. Pet-Friendly Environment: Our friendly resident dogs are here to greet you, making it a perfect retreat for pet lovers. Just let us know if you’re bringing your furry friends along! Explore Santa Cruz: Located just a short drive from the beach, hiking trails, and local attractions, you’ll have easy access to all the best that Santa Cruz has to offer. Whether you’re looking to surf, hike, or simply unwind, our property is the ideal base for your adventures. Book Your Stay: Experience the charm of Santa Cruz from the comfort of our Airstream Bambi. Whether you’re seeking a romantic getaway, a family vacation, or a fun trip with friends, you’ll create lasting memories in this unique setting. We can’t wait to host you!

3. Magical Forbes Island Large Groups!

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49mi from Redwood City · 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!

4. Buddha Room RV glamping, Redwoods

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34mi from Redwood City · 1 site · Lodging · Felton, CA

This is a peaceful space centrally located in Felton. The Buddha room comes with an outdoor kitchen, a living room, and a shower under the Redwoods under covered patios and pergola. The entrance covered porch can sleep one (in the blow up bed) and is a reading/mediation nook and the 1/2 bath. This entrance has a smart lock code, that you will get in a message. The room is attached to the house on the back end with your own entrance through (covered porch) and sleeps two in the cozy sofa bed. Sheets and pillows are stored in the sofa, lift up the long side and pull out the other to create a bed. You have shared use of the whole back property. The spa studio is locked and has a clientele booked during the day. But if not in use you can lounge in there if you ask or book some healing treatments. . The spa also uses the 1/2 bath on the covered porch. Melissa will give you times when you arrive. Best Solo/Staycation trip This property has been Melissa’s private practice for over two decades. Award-winning private day spa and the most unique experience you will find in the Santa Cruz Mountains. This is going to be an amazing experience and could be life-changing. Want to learn meditation 🧘 Yoga 🧘‍♂️ Get some body or energy work. Get yourself in balance and on the right track. You can sign up for The Key To Life Is Balance course to have these tools after you check out. You will have access to the Buddha Room at the back end of the house. With your own code entrance and room, you have a key. When you walk in, you are in the house's back porch with a breakfast nook and half bath. The bedroom door has its own lock and key, a sofa sleeper, a DVD screen TV with DVDs of 80s and 90s movies and sitcoms. Yoga and meditation DVDs and CDs with a CD player, and massage tools. Outdoor kitchen, living space, and outdoor shower. It’s like glamping but sleeping in a room. See the Spa‘s website for add-ons to spa packages. The neighborhood has a park that is across the street, a great walking loop, and a pool. The pool is only open during the Summer and when a lifeguard is present. You will need me to walk you in. Just let me know if you want to float in our neighborhood pool. Melissa may or may not greet you at arrival.

5. Beautiful Sunrise & Sunset RV

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31mi from Redwood City · 8 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Livermore, CA

All about Amy’s place Have the urge to get away glamp without the hassles and long drive? Escape to an isolated, breathtaking ridge-top in Morgan Territory Regional Preserve where panoramic four seasons views reveal Mount Diablo to the west, Mount St. Helena to the north and the snow-covered Sierra to the east. Lowland valleys cradle the sparkle. Everyday beautiful sunrise and sunset viewing. At night the beautiful city light surrounding you!

Public campgrounds near Redwood City

Cabin #16, awesome to hear the creek on the other side of the trees but very very muddy. I think it was the combination of low ground and water access close by.

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Big Basin Tent Cabins

24mi from Redwood City · 36 sites · in Big Basin Redwoods State Park

Stories from the community

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Josephine

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Airstream Glamping in Santa Cruz

Great lodging. Cozy and fun. Andrew and his family super friendly. Great communication. The complimentary snacks and drinks were above and beyond what you find in any Airbnb! Didn’t use the firepit but looks inviting.

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Bryn

September 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Magical Forbes Island Large Groups!

Very unique and special stay, we had a great time. Would recommend!

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Katy

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Airstream Glamping in Santa Cruz

I decided to try out this little Airstream as an alternative to a hotel during my recent trip returning my younger back up to UCSC. I think it was an excellent decision. Although I had almost no time to enjoy quiet time reading a book or hanging out, I still appreciated the convenience and comfort of the Airstream. The location is an incredibly easy on and off of the 1. The neighborhood is a pretty typical neighborhood with different age classes of families and individuals. On street parking for vehicle number two was easy and having a designated spot in the driveway was great. I loved the welcome and friendliness of Andrew and his family. I never felt uncomfortable or limited, just welcome to come and go as I felt and to strike up a conversation or not. The dogs were equally welcoming and very well behaved. The yard is a delight of raised gardens with sages and cosmos blooming, even at the end of the summer. I loved relaxing by the fire pit even if the unseasonably mid-90's degree weather made the thought of a fire too hot to bear. As a woman traveler, I felt safe here, from parking late at night and throughout the night. I rarely feel that same security at a hotel. At 5 foot 8 inches I could stand in the shower, had to bend my head to get all the way under the shower head and some elbows hit the sides but that's not a deal breaker. It's a small RV but it was cozy and for two people it was a nice fit. Finding some snacks and drinks in the fridge was a nice welcome.

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Kelsey

September 2025

With kids

1 night at Buddha Room RV glamping, Redwoods

Kids had a wonderful time and the space was really beautiful, relaxing, and fun! Thank you so much

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Al

August 2025

4 nights at Airstream Glamping in Santa Cruz

We had a great stay! Andy was a wonderful host who went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable. Very good location, super cute backyard, quick to respond to messages, and the Airstream had everything we needed, including a great array of snacks and drinks! Would definitely stay there again next time we are up in Santa Cruz!

Lush view from our Airstream into the 'Meadow' with firepit

Shelli-Anne

June 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Airstream Glamping in Santa Cruz

Wow! Wow! Wow! Staying in Andy and Tricia’s Airstream was like slipping into a luxuriously creamy, steel-wrapped hug. From the moment we arrived for our daughter’s UCSC graduation, we felt completely taken care of. These hosts have truly thought of everything—from blackout curtains and cloud-soft bedding to eco-chic Turkish towels. After the long drive up from Los Angeles, the thoughtfully stocked snack hamper and fridge was a welcome sight. They even had spare toothbrushes for us when we realized we’d forgotten ours. The kitchen is brilliantly appointed while the fire pit setup is next-level, complete with a dome, retractable prongs, and a s’mores box that would make any scout proud. Morning Nespresso? Check. Yeti tumblers? Nesting and delightful. Wi-Fi? Fast and reliable. Forgot your charger? They’ve got a spare. But what really makes this place shine is the heart behind it: an intergenerational family on the property, full of warmth, stories, and local know-how. We bonded over bikes and globe-trotting, and swooned over the handmade pottery by Andy's mum Cathy, who lives just out back. The three dogs and tabby cat are charming scene-stealers, always nearby if you’re up for a cuddle—or happy to let you be. For parents visiting UCSC (or anyone craving a slice of seriously stylish, soulful glamping), this place is a gem. We didn’t want to leave—and already are daydreaming about our return.

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Audrey

May 2025

Group trip

1 night at Magical Forbes Island Large Groups!

Looking for a unique spot to host an event? Look no further! From the historic lighthouse to tiki bar to literal pirates (!) onboard, your guests will love the friendly hospitality and beautiful sparsely populated island