The best safari tent rentals near Santa Rosa, California

Located in northern Sonoma Valley, Santa Rosa is the largest city and county seat of Sonoma County. A vibrant city with plenty of culture, performing arts, museums, shopping, and farm-to-table dining, highlights include the Historic Railroad Square, Charles M. Schulz Museum, and Safari West. In addition to wineries and tasting rooms, the city is home to craft breweries and distilleries, and also offers easy access to nearby wine growing regions of Sonoma, Healdsburg, and the Russian River Valley. There are also plenty of parks and nature in the region, where you can stay and play near lakes, among the redwoods, and along the coast.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Wildhaven Sonoma Glamping

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16mi from Santa Rosa · 122 sites · Lodging · Healdsburg, CA

Wildhaven Sonoma is the top-rated glamping spot in the Bay Area. Our glamping experience was designed to provide guests with comfort, warmth, and cleanliness, while still maintaining a close connection to Sonoma County’s stunning natural beauty. Guests check in to extra-large, safari-style tents or cozy cabins, both with comfortable beds (with linens and heated mattress pads), electricity and heaters, WiFi, and all the furnishings needed for a memorable night outdoors. Outside, guests have a personal fire pit, a covered porch with patio furniture, and a large picnic table. Those seeking a tent with more comfort and features can book our Riverside tents with 2-person hammocks, festive string lights, and improved nature views, just a few steps from the Russian River. Then there are the amenities, which are not typically found at traditional campgrounds. These include a clean, central bathroom building, hot showers, an outdoor kitchen with dish-washing sinks and gas BBQs, a store with local treats, and summer activities such as yoga classes, wine tastings, and live music. The highlight of the 10-acre property is the private river access for guests. Wildhaven’s section of the Russian River is calm yet clean and perfect for innertubes from May-Oct. Wildhaven is surrounded by vineyards on 3 sides and is in the middle of the famous Alexander Valley wine-growing region. When it's time to venture out, Wildhaven is just 5 miles from the charming small town of Healdsburg, with its picture-perfect town plaza filled with palm and redwood trees and surrounded by 30+ tasting rooms, book and cooking stores, and ice cream shops. We hope you'll consider trying out a unique night of wine country glamping with us on the Russian River. We're dog friendly! There is a limit of 2 dogs per tent. Please be sure to add the dog fee in extras upon check out.

2. Mountain Bungalows

43mi from Santa Rosa · 1 site · Lodging · Hopland, CA

Tucked into a private enclave of pygmy forest atop the hills, this canvas bungalow offers a secluded, romantic escape for two. You’ll stay off-grid—no electricity, but with running water via hose—and experience a simpler, quieter pace surrounded by nature. The bungalow is furnished with a queen bed, fresh linens, blankets, and pillows. A battery-powered lantern and rechargeable light keep things cozy inside. Outdoors, you’ll find a table with two chairs perfect for morning coffee or stargazing under the Mendocino night sky. A semi-private compost toilet is designated just for the bungalow. Please note: • No campfires allowed • No potable water • No showers • No pets permitted • Nightly rate: $50 A peaceful hideaway for those who crave simplicity, solitude, and the beauty of nature.

Located in northern Sonoma Valley, Santa Rosa is the largest city and county seat of Sonoma County. A vibrant city with plenty of culture, performing arts, museums, shopping, and farm-to-table dining, highlights include the Historic Railroad Square, Charles M. Schulz Museum, and Safari West. In addition to wineries and tasting rooms, the city is home to craft breweries and distilleries, and also offers easy access to nearby wine growing regions of Sonoma, Healdsburg, and the Russian River Valley. There are also plenty of parks and nature in the region, where you can stay and play near lakes, among the redwoods, and along the coast.

90% (26)

Top-rated campgrounds

1. Wildhaven Sonoma Glamping

98%

(100)

16mi from Santa Rosa · 122 sites · Lodging · Healdsburg, CA

Wildhaven Sonoma is the top-rated glamping spot in the Bay Area. Our glamping experience was designed to provide guests with comfort, warmth, and cleanliness, while still maintaining a close connection to Sonoma County’s stunning natural beauty. Guests check in to extra-large, safari-style tents or cozy cabins, both with comfortable beds (with linens and heated mattress pads), electricity and heaters, WiFi, and all the furnishings needed for a memorable night outdoors. Outside, guests have a personal fire pit, a covered porch with patio furniture, and a large picnic table. Those seeking a tent with more comfort and features can book our Riverside tents with 2-person hammocks, festive string lights, and improved nature views, just a few steps from the Russian River. Then there are the amenities, which are not typically found at traditional campgrounds. These include a clean, central bathroom building, hot showers, an outdoor kitchen with dish-washing sinks and gas BBQs, a store with local treats, and summer activities such as yoga classes, wine tastings, and live music. The highlight of the 10-acre property is the private river access for guests. Wildhaven’s section of the Russian River is calm yet clean and perfect for innertubes from May-Oct. Wildhaven is surrounded by vineyards on 3 sides and is in the middle of the famous Alexander Valley wine-growing region. When it's time to venture out, Wildhaven is just 5 miles from the charming small town of Healdsburg, with its picture-perfect town plaza filled with palm and redwood trees and surrounded by 30+ tasting rooms, book and cooking stores, and ice cream shops. We hope you'll consider trying out a unique night of wine country glamping with us on the Russian River. We're dog friendly! There is a limit of 2 dogs per tent. Please be sure to add the dog fee in extras upon check out.

2. Mountain Bungalows

43mi from Santa Rosa · 1 site · Lodging · Hopland, CA

Tucked into a private enclave of pygmy forest atop the hills, this canvas bungalow offers a secluded, romantic escape for two. You’ll stay off-grid—no electricity, but with running water via hose—and experience a simpler, quieter pace surrounded by nature. The bungalow is furnished with a queen bed, fresh linens, blankets, and pillows. A battery-powered lantern and rechargeable light keep things cozy inside. Outdoors, you’ll find a table with two chairs perfect for morning coffee or stargazing under the Mendocino night sky. A semi-private compost toilet is designated just for the bungalow. Please note: • No campfires allowed • No potable water • No showers • No pets permitted • Nightly rate: $50 A peaceful hideaway for those who crave simplicity, solitude, and the beauty of nature.

Stories from the community

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Haley

September 2025

2 nights at Wildhaven Sonoma Glamping

Glamping at Wildhaven was a wonderful experience! The campgrounds were well maintained with all the amenities you could ask for - clean toilets, showers, cooking area, etc. We would definitely stay here again!

Brian

August 2025

With pets

1 night at Wildhaven Sonoma Glamping

Clean comfortable bed. Great location with the Russian River just steps away. Clean river. Pwt friendly. Nice and helpful staffers. Great community of travelers.

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Dominique

March 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Wildhaven Sonoma Glamping

Wild Haven was a really nice set up. Lot's of creature comforts. The bed was very comfortable and cozy. Loved being able to have a campfire and make smores, loved laying in the hammock, loved the free coffee bar on Saturday morning. The bathrooms were clean and the showers were nice. The one down side to the place I'd say is having to hear traffic instead of just nature. Otherwise it was a really nice place for a quick get away.

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Anne

January 2025

Weekend Trip to Wildhaven Sonoma Glamping

Such a cute place and thankful we have the heating pads! Wife and I will definitely be back

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Andree

December 2024

With kids

2 nights at Wildhaven Sonoma Glamping

The tent was very clean and the beds were comfortable. The person in the camp store was very friendly and helpful. Overall, wonderful experience despite the fact that it was cold and threatening rain the whole time we were there. Would definitely go back!

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The best safari tents near Santa Rosa guide

Where to go

Wine Country

Just outside of Santa Rosa, the Spring Lake Campground offers a large reservoir, 10 miles of trails, mountain views, and lakeside camping. Tent cabins are also available at Safari West. Stay at a family-friendly campground near Sonoma Creek at Sugarloaf Ridge State Park. Further east, camp near redwoods and a pretty stream at Bothe-Napa Valley State Park. For water play and a choice of tent, RV, walk-in, and boat-in campsites, head to Lake Sonoma Recreation Area. Private options can also be found near Napa, Petaluma, Calistoga, and Guerneville.

Mendocino National Forest

North of Napa Valley, enjoy water sports at Clear Lake, California’s largest natural lake and choose from six campgrounds at Clear Lake State Park. Further north, Mendocino National Forest offers a rugged and wild outdoor experience, and more than 40 developed campgrounds. Options at the southern end of the park include Deer Valley and Middle Creek campgrounds, and several campgrounds around Lake Pillsbury.

Along the Coast

Head to the coast to enjoy rugged beauty and camping near the Pacific. At Gualala Point Regional Park, camp near the ocean and river. Further south, stay at Stillwater Cove Regional Park and Salt Point State Park near Fort Ross. Explore the beaches of Sonoma Coast State Park, and choose from four campgrounds. Hike or boat to your campsite at Point Reyes National Seashore. Just inland, stay along the Russian River at Austin Creek State Recreation Area.

Bay Area

Stay among the redwoods at Samuel P. Taylor State Park. At Mount Tamalpais State Park, choose from rustic cabins and primitive tent sites. The Marin Headlands offers four campgrounds, while groups in San Francisco can camp at the Presidio. In the East Bay, enjoy sweeping views and three campgrounds at Mount Diablo State Park, with additional camping options at Anthony Chabot Regional Park and Del Valle Regional Park.

When to go

High season in Santa Rosa runs from May to October, with the peak during the harvest season, in September and October. Numerous festivals are held over the summer, especially in June. In September, the lagoon at Spring Lake Regional Park is only open on weekends. Winter is a great time to escape the crowds. Visit in the spring for prolific wildflower displays.

Know before you go

Sonoma County transit buses serve the city and surrounding areas in Sonoma Valley, but have limited routes. Many wineries are far apart, and require a car to visit.
Most wineries charge a fee for tastings, which sometimes go towards the purchase price of a bottle. Some wineries require reservations for tastings.
Reservations are required for certain campgrounds, including at Spring Lake.
Many parts of the northern California coast are not safe for swimming and there are very few lifeguards on duty.