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The best dog-friendly camping near San Simeon
95% (6.1K) • 197 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near San Simeon
Paso Robles Camping
1. Paso Robles Camping
95%
(258)
33mi from San Simeon · 1 site · Tent, RV
A small family owned vineyard in the heart of Paso Robles wine country.
Bring your trailer, RV or tent to our 7.5 acre Vineyard. You will be able to camp right in the center of our vineyard next to our 1/2 acre foot ornamental pond. Our site is located just 12 miles from downtown Paso Robles and offers you a unique and private camping experience that we know you'll enjoy.
We offer only 1 campsite, so you will have privacy.
Amenities include: toilet, potable water, trash disposal, picnic table, area for a campfire (outside of a burn ban). We are also pet friendly!
Guests love staying here: "Wonderful stay! It was very private as we were the only ones on the site, no other campers, vehicles or other people were in our area at all the entire time. It really felt that we had space to settle and enjoy. The two dogs that live on site were a wonderful greeting and farewell crew! The portable toilet was clean and conveniently located on the site. Lots of vineyards to go wine tasting to that were a short drive away. Brought some twinkle lights with us that we put up to add more lighting and a special feel."
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Campfires
from
$86
/ night
SLO Country Camp
2. SLO Country Camp
99%
(1368)
39mi from San Simeon · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
SLO Country Camp was once a part of the Serpa Ranch, one of the early ranches of the Central Coast. It’s remained a beautiful rural pocket in the Edna Valley area of San Luis Obispo. It’s quiet and peaceful, enjoy your morning coffee listening to all the birds waking up. There’s a private creek not far away that draws deer and wildlife. Just saw 3 deer run through out property 2 days ago. Owls, red tail hawks, eagles, squirrels and jack rabbits we see frequently. And you can listen to the coyotes howling at night. We’re surrounded by rolling coastal hills, vineyards, horses, cattle and also land apportioned to the Land Conservancy. Walk down our road and then left up to the top of the hill for a panoramic view of the entire area with the city San Luis Obispo at a distance.
Our two sites are flat on decomposed granite pads. Both have excellent views and easy access to our common areas: big sink and counter, and a cold-water outdoor "beach-type" shower. Firewood is available for purchase at camp for those wanting to use the fire pit, or you can bring your own.
The San Luis Obispo, Central Coast has so much to see and do! Hiking trails abound, our favorites are Bob Jones trail to walk or bike to Avila Beach, Johnson Ranch and Irish Hills for hiking hills, the Ridge trail for a view over Shell and Avila beaches, and the Harmony Trail to walk grassy cliffs by the ocean. Montano de Oro is only 15 minutes away with rocky ocean cliff trails that lead down to the coastline.
We are 5 minutes from the beginning of the Edna Valley winery trail with 30 wineries or more I’ve lost count. Tasting and relaxing in great atmospheres. Our favorites are Biddle Ranch, Talley, Mailene, Chamisal, Bailyanna... but there are so many more. We’re 10 minutes from downtown San Luis Obispo, 10–12 minutes to Avila or Pismo beaches. Morro Bay is 25 minutes. And we’re just 5 minutes off the 101 for easy access to traveling. The Central Coast has almost everything for fun, adventure and food. Surfing, biking, hiking, ocean kayaking, paddle boarding, golf, wine and beer culture, ranch lands, shopping and restaurants and we’re close to it all.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from
$70
/ night
Comfortable Creekside Campsite
3. Comfortable Creekside Campsite
96%
(69)
46mi from San Simeon · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
NOTE: The campsite is fully occupied from Oct 2023 through March 2024 by monthly tenants. Check back for Summer of 2024 openings.
Get away to serene Upper Lopez Canyon in Los Padres National Forest.
Picturesque creekside campsite with year round flowing water right at the site, and offsite
hikes to beautiful nearby waterfalls. 48' RV Barn with full hookups. 2nd RV hookup area with creek views
also available (see 2 trailer add on
for groups with 2 trailers).
Fire pit with 2 chairs and picnic table provided. Campsite host occupies main house on property.
About 20 minutes to Lopez Lake Park and Boat Ramp. Lopez Lake Recreation Area is one of the top choices for camping and leisure trips. With 22 miles of shoreline and summer lake temperatures around 70°F, there is something for everyone; camping, fishing, boating,
picnicking, hiking and equestrian trails, mountain biking,
zip-lining,
birdwatching and so much more.
The warm climate of the Central Coast makes Lopez Lake the ideal, year-round recreational destination.
There is a pretty good phone signal at the property.
WiFi is weak and unreliable, but you can use your phone as a HotSpot.
Fire Ban currently in effect.
Campfires
Potable water
Full hookups
from
$68
/ night
Happy Gray Coyote
4. Happy Gray Coyote
97%
(48)
179mi from San Simeon · 3 sites
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
Coyote Mynt Ranch, Paso Robles
5. Coyote Mynt Ranch, Paso Robles
89%
(199)
21mi from San Simeon · 8 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Our 42 acres is located at the beginning of the award winning Adelaide Wine trail in Paso Robles.
Our ranch was once home to a horse boarding and breeding ranch which bred Paso Fino horses, known for their beautiful gait.
Having been a horse ranch, it left us with some nice trails that you can enjoy during your stay.
We have some nice uphill walks to view your local surroundings while sitting to enjoy a glass of wine or you morning cup of coffee/tea.
We are on a well out here so at times you may get a sulphur/mineral smell to the water.
Please bring your own drinking/cooking water.
It is safe to shower, my hair feels so much thicker!
On the ranch you will see that we have 2 donkeys, Desi (black) and Lucy (light grey).
Along with our donkeys we have to friendly goats, Fiona (brown) and Sadie (white), they love carrots.
but please stick to one carrot a day each, we don't want to over feed them.
We also have chickens which means have farm fresh eggs. $5 for 1/2 dozen.
Up on the hill you will see Connie a cow and her buddy Samuel, the bull. they love carrots but please do not go into their pasture. She'll think you're bringing food and gets very dangerously excited.
Please feel free to walk the property and become one with nature while observing the local indigenous floral and fauna.
Toilets
Showers
Potable water
from
$65
/ night
95% (6.1K) • 197 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near San Simeon
Paso Robles Camping
1. Paso Robles Camping
95%
(258)
33mi from San Simeon · 1 site · Tent, RV
A small family owned vineyard in the heart of Paso Robles wine country.
Bring your trailer, RV or tent to our 7.5 acre Vineyard. You will be able to camp right in the center of our vineyard next to our 1/2 acre foot ornamental pond. Our site is located just 12 miles from downtown Paso Robles and offers you a unique and private camping experience that we know you'll enjoy.
We offer only 1 campsite, so you will have privacy.
Amenities include: toilet, potable water, trash disposal, picnic table, area for a campfire (outside of a burn ban). We are also pet friendly!
Guests love staying here: "Wonderful stay! It was very private as we were the only ones on the site, no other campers, vehicles or other people were in our area at all the entire time. It really felt that we had space to settle and enjoy. The two dogs that live on site were a wonderful greeting and farewell crew! The portable toilet was clean and conveniently located on the site. Lots of vineyards to go wine tasting to that were a short drive away. Brought some twinkle lights with us that we put up to add more lighting and a special feel."
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Campfires
from
$86
/ night
SLO Country Camp
2. SLO Country Camp
99%
(1368)
39mi from San Simeon · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
SLO Country Camp was once a part of the Serpa Ranch, one of the early ranches of the Central Coast. It’s remained a beautiful rural pocket in the Edna Valley area of San Luis Obispo. It’s quiet and peaceful, enjoy your morning coffee listening to all the birds waking up. There’s a private creek not far away that draws deer and wildlife. Just saw 3 deer run through out property 2 days ago. Owls, red tail hawks, eagles, squirrels and jack rabbits we see frequently. And you can listen to the coyotes howling at night. We’re surrounded by rolling coastal hills, vineyards, horses, cattle and also land apportioned to the Land Conservancy. Walk down our road and then left up to the top of the hill for a panoramic view of the entire area with the city San Luis Obispo at a distance.
Our two sites are flat on decomposed granite pads. Both have excellent views and easy access to our common areas: big sink and counter, and a cold-water outdoor "beach-type" shower. Firewood is available for purchase at camp for those wanting to use the fire pit, or you can bring your own.
The San Luis Obispo, Central Coast has so much to see and do! Hiking trails abound, our favorites are Bob Jones trail to walk or bike to Avila Beach, Johnson Ranch and Irish Hills for hiking hills, the Ridge trail for a view over Shell and Avila beaches, and the Harmony Trail to walk grassy cliffs by the ocean. Montano de Oro is only 15 minutes away with rocky ocean cliff trails that lead down to the coastline.
We are 5 minutes from the beginning of the Edna Valley winery trail with 30 wineries or more I’ve lost count. Tasting and relaxing in great atmospheres. Our favorites are Biddle Ranch, Talley, Mailene, Chamisal, Bailyanna... but there are so many more. We’re 10 minutes from downtown San Luis Obispo, 10–12 minutes to Avila or Pismo beaches. Morro Bay is 25 minutes. And we’re just 5 minutes off the 101 for easy access to traveling. The Central Coast has almost everything for fun, adventure and food. Surfing, biking, hiking, ocean kayaking, paddle boarding, golf, wine and beer culture, ranch lands, shopping and restaurants and we’re close to it all.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from
$70
/ night
Comfortable Creekside Campsite
3. Comfortable Creekside Campsite
96%
(69)
46mi from San Simeon · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
NOTE: The campsite is fully occupied from Oct 2023 through March 2024 by monthly tenants. Check back for Summer of 2024 openings.
Get away to serene Upper Lopez Canyon in Los Padres National Forest.
Picturesque creekside campsite with year round flowing water right at the site, and offsite
hikes to beautiful nearby waterfalls. 48' RV Barn with full hookups. 2nd RV hookup area with creek views
also available (see 2 trailer add on
for groups with 2 trailers).
Fire pit with 2 chairs and picnic table provided. Campsite host occupies main house on property.
About 20 minutes to Lopez Lake Park and Boat Ramp. Lopez Lake Recreation Area is one of the top choices for camping and leisure trips. With 22 miles of shoreline and summer lake temperatures around 70°F, there is something for everyone; camping, fishing, boating,
picnicking, hiking and equestrian trails, mountain biking,
zip-lining,
birdwatching and so much more.
The warm climate of the Central Coast makes Lopez Lake the ideal, year-round recreational destination.
There is a pretty good phone signal at the property.
WiFi is weak and unreliable, but you can use your phone as a HotSpot.
Fire Ban currently in effect.
Campfires
Potable water
Full hookups
from
$68
/ night
Happy Gray Coyote
4. Happy Gray Coyote
97%
(48)
179mi from San Simeon · 3 sites
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
Coyote Mynt Ranch, Paso Robles
5. Coyote Mynt Ranch, Paso Robles
89%
(199)
21mi from San Simeon · 8 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Our 42 acres is located at the beginning of the award winning Adelaide Wine trail in Paso Robles.
Our ranch was once home to a horse boarding and breeding ranch which bred Paso Fino horses, known for their beautiful gait.
Having been a horse ranch, it left us with some nice trails that you can enjoy during your stay.
We have some nice uphill walks to view your local surroundings while sitting to enjoy a glass of wine or you morning cup of coffee/tea.
We are on a well out here so at times you may get a sulphur/mineral smell to the water.
Please bring your own drinking/cooking water.
It is safe to shower, my hair feels so much thicker!
On the ranch you will see that we have 2 donkeys, Desi (black) and Lucy (light grey).
Along with our donkeys we have to friendly goats, Fiona (brown) and Sadie (white), they love carrots.
but please stick to one carrot a day each, we don't want to over feed them.
We also have chickens which means have farm fresh eggs. $5 for 1/2 dozen.
Up on the hill you will see Connie a cow and her buddy Samuel, the bull. they love carrots but please do not go into their pasture. She'll think you're bringing food and gets very dangerously excited.
Please feel free to walk the property and become one with nature while observing the local indigenous floral and fauna.
Toilets
Showers
Potable water
from
$65
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Deborah
4 days ago
Tent
With pets
Cute spot. Great fire pit. Good directions. Toilet and outdoor shower are a plus.
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Andrea
5 days ago
Tent
We loved staying with Ken and Judi! The site was beautiful, the views were amazing, they have included everything you could need and more you didn't realize you would want. They make arriving, setup and staying so simple. It is centrally located to so many great places to visit; SLO, Pismo, and Avila beach. I will make note that there is a small airport nearby that you will occasionally hear the planes as they take off. We definitely plan to return!
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Liz
3 weeks ago
Tent
With kids
Ken and Judi's spot is great. Amazing views and very comfortable space. Appreciated the local tips!
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Chad
3 weeks ago
22 ft campervan
With pets
Yet another place we stayed that I’m wildly jealous of. Ken’s land is a perfect little oasis, tucked away but still incredibly convenient to everything you’d want to do around SLO. It’s the kind of spot that feels peaceful and private without being remote.
We went a little too hard during the day, completely forgot to grab dinner on the way back, and somehow still managed to DoorDash food straight to camp, which honestly says everything you need to know about the location.
Quiet, comfortable, and dangerously close to making you rethink your life choices and buy land in SLO. Would absolutely stay here again.
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Colleen
January 2026
17 ft travel trailer
With pets
We loved camping at this site! Beautiful view, sweet amenities like a kitchen sink, an outdoor shower, a fireplace for each site, and even a portapotty with small cactus and Dude wipes! The hosts are available, but not intrusive. Very close to the Edna, CA wineries. Ample room for both our car and teardrop.
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Patricia
January 2026
20 ft Class B
Beautiful, private setting, close to wineries and downtown Paso Robles. The birds are abundant. At night the stars were abundant; we heard cows, horses and coyote in the distance. Pretty awesome. There was a snaffoo with the water, making it undrinkable, but the hosts allowed us to fill our RV tank at his home. There’s no fire pit, but we had brought our propane tank, so all good. We’d gladly return
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John
January 2026
15 ft campervan
This was an amazing place to stay. Remarkably quiet, amazing views, and a gracious host. I highly recommended and I will be definitely returning.
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Nicolas
December 2025
16 ft travel trailer
Exactly as depicted and stated. Loved the company of the ducks and the quick visit of the two dogs on the property.
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Marco
November 2025
23 ft Class C
With pets
Ken and Judi’s campground was epic! Location, environment, and amenities were exactly what we were looking for to spending a family Thanksgiving. 10/10.
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Shannon
November 2025
Tent
With pets
Ken and Judi’s property was lovely. It was intimate and provided plenty of personal space. I thoroughly enjoyed the attention to detail with the outdoor lighting and ample prep space. They had excellent communication and even offered to let us come a little early.
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Kevin
November 2025
Tent
With kids
Ken and Judi's property was beautiful and spacious. We enjoyed meeting our hosts and loved the location as well. The fire pit is awesome and we liked hanging out around the fire. We will definitely return if we get a chance.
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Yissette
November 2025
16 ft Class B
Where do we begin? The amenities were amazing! Between the fire pit, lighting, outdoor shower and crazy enough.. porta potty experience, lol everything was just wonderful! We’ll definitely be staying here again when passing through SLO. Very close to a beautiful ‘Main Street’ with shops, and dining.
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Brian
November 2025
20 ft Class B
2nd visit. Great spot. Quiet, clean and close enough to town, beaches.
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Christina
October 2025
18 ft campervan
With pets
This campsite is adorable and even better than what the pictures show. Our hosts were very responsive via the app's messaging. This property also offers excellent bird-watching opportunities.
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Julie
October 2025
26 ft fifth wheel
This was our second visit and highly recommend staying here. The location is perfect for visiting the SLO downtown and many wine tasting locations are close by. The hosts were very accommodating on our arrival time and Ken was there to greet us and help get us settled in.
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John
October 2025
26 ft pop-up camper
Group trip
Easy to get to and your around the area. Hosts were friendly and welcoming. Loved all the decorative touches
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Samantha
September 2025
16 ft travel trailer
With kids
We had a fabulous visit at the SLO Camp! The kids had a blast running around, the amenities were great, and the hosts very responsive and kind. We'll be back!
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Samantha
September 2025
16 ft travel trailer
With pets
We had a fantastic time at the SLO Camp! Ken was very kind and accommodating, the amenities were great, and our kiddos loved the property. Such a peaceful place, yet so close to SLO.
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Eric
September 2025
19 ft travel trailer
Group trip
We had a great stay at Ken and Judi’s property. It isn’t in the wilderness, but nestled among fields of grapes. Not really vineyard vibe, but charmingly rural.
Our site comes with high top bar made of wine barrels and repurposed door, great for serving drinks and food. There is a picnic table but we mostly ate sitting on lawn chairs around the fire pit. Many other thoughtful touches, attributed to Judi, includes an antique chandelier wired from high tree branches, succulent plants in whimsical containers every where, etc. A bit of BoHo chic vibe.
Ken is a gracious host, checking in regularly but not intrusively.
The weather helped: hot during the day, but cooled down nicely at night, which made the lack of power hook-up not a problem.
This property has made it into my “repeat” list. We’ll be back.
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Josh
September 2025
15 ft travel trailer
Beautiful and luxurious campsite with very nice hosts! ~12 mins to downtown SLO
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