Beach Camping Near Willows, California, US: 12 Best Beach Campsites 2025

Looking to camp near Willows, California and enjoy the beach? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 550 options available near Willows, California with beach access, you'll find the perfect spot to soak up the sun and sand. Check out top campsites like Jug Handle Creek Farm (1479 reviews), Salmon Creek Ranch (1270 reviews), and The Meadows at Isleton (514 reviews) for reliable and well-loved options. With popular amenities like pets, trash, and campfires, and activities such as historic sites, wind sports, and paddling, you'll have everything you need for an unforgettable beach camping experience. Plus, with an average price per night of $50 and options as low as $20, you'll find a campsite that fits your budget. Happy camping!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking to camp near Willows, California and enjoy the beach? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 550 options available near Willows, California with beach access, you'll find the perfect spot to soak up the sun and sand. Check out top campsites like Jug Handle Creek Farm (1479 reviews), Salmon Creek Ranch (1270 reviews), and The Meadows at Isleton (514 reviews) for reliable and well-loved options. With popular amenities like pets, trash, and campfires, and activities such as historic sites, wind sports, and paddling, you'll have everything you need for an unforgettable beach camping experience. Plus, with an average price per night of $50 and options as low as $20, you'll find a campsite that fits your budget. Happy camping!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Trank Family Farm and Gold site

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38mi from Willows · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Oroville, CA

We have lived on the farm now for over 21 years. The back part of the property was a stop point for the stage line between Oroville and Bangor during the 1880, Then gold was discovered on the property. There were multiple Gold claims on this property. The Old rock pilings are still there to explore. It is a favorite spot for finding Jasper, some Agates and quartz. Campers are welcome year-round to this tent site on the old Gold Claim of our 20-acre family farm! Drive right up to this fun-filled, family-friendly campsite, easily accessible by cars and SUVs alike - though 4WD is helpful during the rainy season. This site features two seasonal streams that cross on the property, as well as bushes full of ripe blackberries - if you catch them at the right time, help yourself. You'll enjoy hearing the birds echoing through the trees and could easily see deer tip toeing through the woods. Dogs on leash only. We raise 4H and FFA show and market goats, llamas, and a donkey and a cow, all of whom are very friendly! You'll also see our chickens, ducks, peacocks, and guinea hens. Rock pilings are on the island between the two seasonal streams that cross our land. Gold panning, hiking and creek walking is available on the property. Campers are welcome to stargaze in the field, create scavenger hunts for the kids, or simply sit back and enjoy the tranquility. The streams dry up in late June and fill up in November when the rains start. Trank Family Farm is 30 minutes from Lake Oroville, 20 minutes from Oroville Wildlife Area and the Feather River - great for kayaking, swimming, and fishing! Be sure to check out the trails and seasonal waterfalls at Table Mountain, 35 minutes away. There are 2 Indian Casinos & Hotels in Oroville, as well as 2 golf ranges - and all with in 20 minutes of the camp site. The college town of Chico is about 30 minutes outside of Oroville. If you want to explore farther, Butte Mountain range and the city of Paradise, CA is 45 minutes away. We can't wait for you to come visit!

2. Lake Concow Campground

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41mi from Willows · 99 sites · Tents, RVs · Oroville, CA

Ancestors of Maidu people lived here long ago. European settlers arrived and took control of the area. In recent history, a multi-cultural group of community members formed the Konkow Partnership to attempt to hold, steward, and preserve the wilderness that survives here. We look forward to your post fire visit. Learn more about this land: Congratulations Campers! The campground is reopened after the last couple of years of wild fires and tough winters. We are reopened even as repairs and upgrades are being made. Thank you to all visitors who love this place for your patience as we continue to improve the features of the Campground. Stay tuned for progress reports. We hope to see you real soon. Visit, fish, or camp in a rare jewel forest, hidden in the Sierra/Cascade foothills, less than an hour's drive to Chico, Oroville, or Paradise. Surviving forests of mature cedars, pines, oaks, and madrones provide shady camping, fishing along the lake shore, or picnicing along the banks of the creek that runs through a recovering creekside area. Stargaze or fly kites in our Great Meadow or admire copious wildflowers and other native plants on over 80 acres of wilderness. We provide a variety of recovering wilderness areas near water faucets, pit toilets and an RV dump station. Our site features mature forests, grassy meadows, a year-round creek in a fire recovery zone. The site also features lakefront shoreline access for bank fishing, a central fire pit and lots of space for group camping. Fires are permitted in the central pit when weather allows. The Lake Concow/Konkow Campground is a wilderness sanctuary and houses many variety of rare and endangered plants, animals, and insects. Please be aware of and give respectful space to all of the residents of the park. The list of year round residents may include poison oak, thorny berry vines, mosquitoes, ticks, spiders, deer, eagles, osprey, owls, squirrels, skunks, foxes, bears, mountain lions, snakes, bats, and more. Please be responsible for personal camp supplies and trash. The Campground is a Pack In/Pack Out location and garbage cans are supplied near the office house near the entrance. Good hiking shoes, protective clothing, and hats are recommended. All Campground faucets supply delicious, potable water tested regularly. The modern listings spell the name Concow, Ancestors spelled it Konkow. Both are correct, though may give different search results. There is plenty of room for parking large vehicles and for turning around. TOW VEHICLES MUST STAY THE DURATION OF THE CAMPING VISIT. Sorry, we DO NOT allow towed-in-and-dropped-off campers or 5th wheel trailers at this time. This may change as clean up work progresses through the year. Stay tuned for updates. Thank you.

3. Lake Oroville Glamping

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40mi from Willows · 6 sites · Lodging · Oroville East, CA

NOTE: THIS IS FOR THE LOAFER CREEK CAMPGROUND AT LAKE OROVILLE SRA Lake Oroville was created by the Oroville Dam, which the State Department of Water Resources completed in 1967 after 5 years of construction. Lake Oroville conserves water for distribution by the State Water Project to homes, farms, and industries in the San Francisco Bay area, the San Joaquin Valley and Southern California. The Oroville facilities of the project also serve to provide flood control and smog free generation of electric power in addition to recreation. When the Lake is at its maximum elevation, it includes some 15,500 surface acres for recreation and 167 miles of shoreline. Recreation areas are spotted around the Lake and boaters can land at any point to explore the surrounding country. The lake offers a wide variety of outdoor activities including camping, picnicking, horseback riding, hiking, sail and power boating, water-skiing, fishing, swimming, boat-in camping, floating campsites and horse camping.

4. Black Butte Lake

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129 sites · Orland, California

Discover the serene beauty of Black Butte Lake.

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5. Colusa-Sacramento River State Recreation Area

12 sites · Colusa, California

Avid fisherpeople (and migratory birds) flock to this California state park for its awesome fishing.

6. Lake Place Resort

44mi from Willows · 1 site · Glenhaven, CA

Nestled along the serene shores of Clearlake, our resort offers a unique vantage point to admire the majestic Mt. Konocti, an ancient volcano revered by the Pomo people, whose name translates to "kno" for mountain and "htai" for woman. This stunning location not only provides breathtaking views but also immerses guests in the rich cultural history of the area. Clearlake is famously known as the "Bass Capital of the West," making it a prime destination for fishing enthusiasts and water sports lovers alike. Visitors can indulge in a variety of exhilarating activities such as fishing, water skiing, boating, sailing, and kayaking. The area is home to numerous fishing guides and rental services for boats, kayaks, and skis, ensuring that your stay is filled with adventure and excitement. In addition to its outdoor offerings, the surrounding area features charming restaurants and shops, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration. Whether you're seeking tranquility or thrill, our resort on Clearlake is the ideal getaway for creating unforgettable memories.

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7. Collins Lake

48mi from Willows · 32 sites · Browns Valley, CA

Collins Lake stands out as a premier destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering a unique blend of lakefront RV hookups and tent camping amidst the stunning California gold country foothills. Open year-round at sunrise, this picturesque location is perfect for fishing, boating, picnicking, or simply relaxing on the beach. Renowned for its impressive bass, trophy trout, and gigantic ice cream cones, Collins Lake promises an unforgettable experience. Spanning 1,600 acres, the lake and recreation area feature 12 miles of scenic shoreline, conveniently located just over an hour northeast of Sacramento, nestled between Marysville and Grass Valley. Our campground is equipped with a variety of amenities, including RV hookups, a boat launch, marina services, and boat rentals. Families can enjoy a spacious sandy swimming beach, a children's playground, beach volleyball courts, and shaded picnic areas. Additional conveniences include a general store, laundry facilities, and hot showers. Each spring, we plant over 50,000 trout, making Collins Lake home to the largest private trout stocking program north of Sacramento. Many of these fish are trophy-sized, weighing between 3 to 8 pounds and continuing to grow. We've also created habitat areas for bass, crappie, bluegill, and catfish, ensuring a plentiful

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8. Mendocino National Forest

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463 sites · Elk Creek, California

Minimal pavement and plenty of forest and wilderness ensure a rugged and wild outdoor experience.

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9. Lake Oroville State Recreation Area

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257 sites · Kelly Ridge, California

Camp on or around this man-made lake popular for water recreation and outstanding fishing.

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10. Clear Lake State Park

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273 sites · Soda Bay, California

California’s largest natural lake is a water recreation, fishing, and birdwatching hot spot.

Public campgrounds near Willows

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Orland Buttes Campground

20mi from Willows · 36 sites · Tents, RVs · in Black Butte Lake

Cold with the snow! So we warmed up by the fire.

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Buckhorn Campground

22mi from Willows · 93 sites · Tents, RVs · in Black Butte Lake

Colusa-Sacramento River State Recreation Area Campground

23mi from Willows · 12 sites · Tents, RVs · in Colusa-Sacramento River State Recreation Area

Fouts Campground

27mi from Willows · 11 sites · Tents, RVs · in Mendocino National Forest

Gray Pine Group Campground

27mi from Willows · 1 site · Tent, RV · in Mendocino National Forest

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Dixie Glade Campground

30mi from Willows · 7 sites · Tents, RVs · in Mendocino National Forest

Great quiet spot not too far from the action at Letts Lake.

Mill Valley Campground

30mi from Willows · 15 sites · Tents, RVs · in Mendocino National Forest

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Letts Lake Campground

31mi from Willows · 42 sites · Tents, RVs · in Mendocino National Forest

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Lime Saddle Campground

36mi from Willows · 235 sites · Tents, RVs · in Lake Oroville State Recreation Area

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Bear Creek Campground

37mi from Willows · 16 sites · Tents, RVs · in Mendocino National Forest

Plaskett Meadows Campground

37mi from Willows · 31 sites · Tents, RVs · in Mendocino National Forest

Masterson Group Campground

38mi from Willows · 1 site · Tent, RV · in Mendocino National Forest

Stories from the community

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Alan

October 2025

Tent

With pets

1 night at Lake Concow Campground

Beautiful location tough to find at night. It’s right across from the fire station but without any lights.

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Creek

October 2025

16 ft car

1 night at Lake Concow Campground

Super Duper camp spot, clean, fun, safe, nice bathrooms and incredibly nice hosts. Super cool camp fire ring too!

View of the reservoir from our campsite on the lake front. Note: No swimming allowed, but it makes for a beautiful site. You can also drive down the road not too far to Lake Oroville if you want to swim for the day.

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Nathen

September 2025

Tent

1 night at Lake Concow Campground

Great site, plenty of room for tents and a car. Lake was amazing and plenty of wildlife. For sure would camp there again

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Laneya

September 2025

35 ft Class A

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Trank Family Farm and Gold site

We enjoyed our time at the camp. Robert was really awesome with showing us to the camp site and making sure we had everything we needed. The animals were so sweet. Be careful driving on the gravel roads if you have a low vehicle. The speed limit is 15, but in our Prius we went probably 5 mph.

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Mark

August 2025

16 ft car

Weekend Trip to Lake Concow Campground

Lovely campground and safe. Beautiful lake, so relaxing. Tabitha the caretaker of the campground was very helpful. We will be going back.

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Dorian

August 2025

22 ft Class B

With pets

1 night at Lake Concow Campground

Charming and peaceful spot. Friendly staff. Highly recommend!

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Den

August 2025

16 ft car

Weekend Trip to Lake Concow Campground

Coming back for sure, before finalizing the reservations, i kept in touch with Aindrea, communications is superb, thank you, and by the time we reach the campground, Tam welcomes us with all the informations needed and whatever communications I had with Aindrea, Thank you guys … you guys are very helpful We enjoyed our stay! Will definitely come back

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Cristy

July 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Lake Concow Campground

It was fun . I love the nature and wild animal. We might come back and camping again .

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Pamela

July 2025

31 ft Class C

With pets

Weekend Trip to Lake Concow Campground

Lake Concow Campground is a lovely, tranquil place and we appreciated the laid-back, informal atmosphere. Tamara helped us pick a great spot for our 31-foot RV that was close to the lake. The toilets and showers were clean and a welcome way to conserve on the water we carried in our RV. It was also nice to have potable water just steps away from our site.

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brittaney

July 2025

22 ft travel trailer

3 nights at Lake Concow Campground

It was a beautiful campground!!! Very peaceful and clean! Kinda wish they had more people there but thats ok.. maybe it's a hidden gem. Unfortunately we came thinking they had a dump station for our rv but found out other campers had put bottles down it and broke it.. so that was disappointing seeing we didn't want to drive to paradise for a dump station. I hope they can come up with the funds to fix it ...Thank God they have toilets. Showers were big and roomy but only cold water. We would definitely recommend this to others!!

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Robbie

June 2025

With pets

4 nights at Trank Family Farm and Gold site

Robert was a great host and the site was a nice place to camp. The donkey was so sweet and Robert was very responsive.

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Piper

June 2025

Tent

With pets

2 nights at Lake Concow Campground

Beautiful property, song birds singing, nice walking/hiking trails...

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Donald

June 2025

30 ft Class A

With pets

3 nights at Lake Concow Campground

Awesome experience! Beautiful spot, quiet, peaceful and the staff is very friendly. Excellent spot for one person or the whole family.

View from car of campsite, picnic table, and lake

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Dharma

June 2025

Tent

1 night at Lake Concow Campground

Very cute campground on the lake! Lots of wildlife, big trees, and great energy. Host was very sweet and welcoming! Would definitely stay here again! :)

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Robert

June 2025

Tent

1 night at Lake Concow Campground

Very distant to others, the water was very nice and fishing was amazing. The lady at the front is super friendly too, even let us borrow a bbq and gas to cook up our food.

Kelly

June 2025

16 ft campervan

1 night at Lake Concow Campground

Aindrea was very responsive and welcoming. The lake looks beautiful and this is a very special space. Unfortunately I was not able to make the trip but I hope to visit another time

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Dan

May 2025

Tent

1 night at Lake Concow Campground

This camp is beautiful and well maintained. I visited Lake Concow Campground at the tail end of the Memorial Day Holiday weekend. I was greeted by Tabitha, the caretaker, who explained amenities available exactly as indicated on the camp overview literature on the Hipcamp site. There’s a lot of people by the lake so I setup tent uphill instead. I didn’t mind it because it was remote and I had a gorgeous view of mountains, mature trees and lush vegetation. There’s no assigned camping spaces so I had the option of settling anywhere I chose except for some areas that were clearly marked for construction or growing specific plants. The out houses were clean, appear newly constructed and within walking distance from where you might decide to camp. There’s hot showers and also free firewood. I couldn’t have asked for better weather and accommodations. However, around 10 pm, there was group of folks by the lake that started playing guitar, sang together, and created other loud noises including turning on the generator. I hope that they’d eventually stop because the camp rules said quiet time is observed from 10:00 pm until 8:00 am. But they didn’t which led me to conclude that those folks must be illiterate. Around 10:30 pm, I messaged Aindrea, the camp host. Within 10 mins, her caretaker came and all illegitimate merry making ceased. I was surprised and relieved at how quickly Aindrea and her team responded and took action. I shall return.

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Luzelena

May 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Lake Concow Campground

We completely loved our first time camping here!! We will definitely be back.

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Justin

May 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Lake Concow Campground

Awesome campground, can get right up to the shore of the lake if you want. Low enough light pollution to allow a great view of the stars, and I got to fall asleep to the sound of frogs.

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Shane

May 2025

Tent

2 nights at Lake Concow Campground

Had such an amazing time! Tamatha was awesome, showed me around and helped pick a site. The serenity of this place was fantastic! Didn’t catch any fish this time.