Camping near Morro Bay State Park

90% (86 reviews)

Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Morro Bay State Park adventure.

Kayak, tee off, camp under the stars, or just enjoy the views of Morro Rock in this Central Coast city and park.

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Morro Bay Campground

246 sites · RVs, Tents In Morro Bay State Park

Top-rated campgrounds near Morro Bay State Park

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Mt Rancho (FKA La Montaña Ranch)

5 sites · RVs, Tents142 acres · Santa Margarita, CA

Our ranch consists of 142 acres located at the top of East Cuesta Grade, elevation approximately 2100 ft. We are secluded and it feels like you're far away from city life yet San Luis Obispo is only a twenty minute drive away. We neighbor Los Padres National Forest which has several miles of hiking and biking trails. On our farm we have 10 sheep, 10 goats, 22 chickens, 2 pigs, 4 dogs and a cat. Interaction with farm animals is common place as most campsites are close to our animal pastures. Bee hives are located on the property as well. Honey, eggs and firewood are available for purchase. :)

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Creekside Camping and Mineral Baths

12 sites · RVs, Tents124 acres · Cambria, CA

We can accommodate tent campers or car campers. Each campsite fits 4-6 people. The price is $40/per person. Kids under 12 are free. Most campsites are accessible by car and all campsites are accessible by foot. PLEASE NOTE, we do not have a traditional check in procedure. Campsites are first come first serve. Expect a "self-check in process" most of the time. However, there are sometimes people working onsite that you may run into, that are happy to help and lead you in the right direction. You choose your own campsite so plan to arrive early. You can park and walk around. There is signage that says "CAMP" with Arrows. BYO water. We have sulfur spring water. Great for your skin, not good to drink! There's a couple outhouses on the property. One in the main camp zone, one at the far north end of the lower Redwood campsite. You can also bring a shovel and take a walk if you're in the more remote campsites. We have a dumpster outside the gate for your garbage. IMPORTANT INFO Please don't mind our farm junk/tools as you enterGate 1! We are slowly working on clean up and relocation of materials from the entry road and away from view. Before you arrive, have knowledge of poison oak because it is a native plant. The main photos in the listing are taken from Hipcamp Scouts back in 2018 and they are featuring our Original campsite. This is located past the mineral baths. It's the furthest one to reach, and accessible by foot. I will update photos to depict all the campsites, but please share your photos with us on Instagram and tag @charanspringsfarm to help future campers get a view of what the sites look like with a tent set up! SULFUR MINERAL BATHS Include in your experience the use of our sulfur mineral baths. It's $10 per person. PLEASE BOOK THIS AS AN EXTRA AT CHECKOUT. The mineral baths are 2 funky vintage clawfoot tubs that are pictured in the actual listing.The photos show an accurate description of the Mineral Baths. They are not located in the main camp zone. Please call ahead to book your time slot and get directions to the mineral baths. PLEASE DO NOT BOOK IF: You are looking for "Glamping," (Glamour Camping). It's primitive camping on a private property with bonuses like the garden, rustic baths, and beautiful nature. This property has been a working farm for decades, which has struggled with hard times. If farm yards/junk piles make you uncomfortable or give you a creepy feeling, don't book because our boneyard is adjacent to the entry road and it can't be ignored. Thank you for reading this whole description and we hope you have a good experience.

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Broken Branch Creek

9 sites · RVs20 acres · Paso Robles, CA

Broken Branch Creek is a new family farm in Paso Robles, CA. Our land is abundant with with blue oaks and local wildlife. There is a creek bed, usually dry most of the year, that provides excellent rock hunting and shady areas with overhanging oaks. We have grazing cattle fenced off from the camping areas and farm so you may see or hear them during your stay. The entrance to the camping area is a very wide oil pipe fenced driveway off Branch Road, designed to accommodate farm equipment and cattle trailers. Sometimes map apps say you've arrived at one of the separate residential driveways on the property. Please keep looking for the commercial sized entrance. We are a 15 minute drive to the restaurants and shopping in downtown Paso Robles, 8 minutes to the Vina Robles Amphitheater, 6 minutes to the Hunter Ranch Golf Course, and 5 min to the Sensorio Art Exhibit. We're just off the Union Road Wine Trail among the Back Roads Wineries of Paso Robles.

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Vineyard View NoFuss

12 sites · RVs, Tents100 acres · San Miguel, CA

Vineyard view dry camping minutes away from Lake San Antonio with access to stocked reservoir. A perfect spot for last minute wildflower triathalon campers. Access to porta potty and potential for guided pig hunting with reservation.

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Camp Arroyo Grande

21 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents29 acres · Arroyo Grande, CA

Welcome to Camp Arroyo Grande! Enjoy 29-acres that feature beautiful ocean views, oak woodlands, and plenty of rustic charm. All this is conveniently tucked into the hillside just steps away from the Village of Arroyo Grande where you will find restaurants, coffee, shopping, parks and Roosters. The property is home to many youth groups and local non-profits, continuing a 135-year legacy as an Event Center and Retreat Space. The historic Tabernacle building has been hosting church and schools gatherings, dinners, fundraisers, weddings, family reunions, festivals and more since 1897. Community Events are likely to be taking place but follow quiet time guidelines. *pool is seasonal and subject to availability

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SLO Country Camp

2 sites · RVs, Tents10 acres · San Luis Obispo, CA

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.

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OUR HAPPY PLACE

12 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Lockwood, CA

The property is easy Motorcycle, Auto, Van. Camper, Caravan and RV access from paved road. It's an enjoyable, primitive, quiet place to hang out. Dog and Cat friendly. Surrounded by mountains. Weak to no signal! Plenty of Wildlife with cool and quiet evenings.. The stars will be bright. Rugged setting. Clean portable potty.. Check out the BACK 40 for an even more remote rugged camping experience.... Hikers welcome.

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Enney's Ranch

4 sites · Lodging850 acres · San Miguel, CA

Enney's Ranch is one of the few remaining grain and cattle operations on the Central Coast. We dry farm and malt barley, wheat and rye for local breweries and distilleries. We have a small herd of cattle and rotate them between the fallow fields. Our goal is to maintain the natural beauty of the ranch and share it with you.

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Road's End, Bradley Lockwood

2 sites · RVs, Tents12 acres · Lockwood, CA

Peaceful and private RV camping under the oaks with picnic table, fire pit and Adirondack chairs. We currently have two sites on our property. They are about 300 feet apart and not easily visible from each other. Property is fully fenced; both sites are next to an open field under the oaks with vineyard, olive orchard and mountain views. This property is 30 miles from Paso Robles and almost perfectly centered between Missions San Antonio and San Miguel. Lakes San Antonio and Nacimiento are close by. Coastal towns of Cayucos and Morro Bay are about an hour scenic drive, passing many wineries along the way. There is space for multiple RVs or additional tents sharing your party's RV restroom facilities. Site one will accommodate sixteen people and multiple vehicles. Site two will accommodate ten people and two vehicles. For larger groups we ask that that you book both sites. We have hosted many family reunions and the feedback has been 100% positive. Please feel free to message us with questions.

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Private Campground in Wine Country

11 sites · RVs, Tents37 acres · San Miguel, CA

Barbara & Dan bought these 37 acres in 2005. It had no improvements. The only thing it had going for it was a 200-year-old oak tree, and its location in the heart of wine country. We would come up and camp under the tree, and plant. In 2007, we drilled a well. In 2008, Dan proposed under the tree, and we brought in power. We have continued to make improvements since. We built a little house, then we built a big house, we added farm animals, kids, fruit trees, a jam line, a pond, and more keep coming! So come up and enjoy the farm like we did in the good old days! See you at the Farm! Pitch your tent or park your RV on our 37-acre farm. The campground connects to a hiking trail that takes you to a 2-acre landscaped garden, or to our friendly goats & chickens. You are a short drive to local wineries, or downtown nightlife. No power, or showers here, but the outhouse is one of those fancy solar powered deals with running water and a flushing toilet.

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Twisted Branch

1 site · RV, Tent30 acres · Paso Robles, CA

We named our property the Twisted Branch after one of the big oak trees that sits on the site where you will camp with us! It's on a hilltop with amazing views in nearly all directions. The campsite faces South/West so sunsets are fantastic. We use no chemicals on the soil or annual grasses. It is very quiet and the night sky is always stunning. Owls hoot at night and Redtail Hawks hunt for ground squirrels during the day. We have alot of Acorn woodpeckers living in the oak trees, the ones with the bright red head feathers. April through June we see bright yellow Orioles. At night you will hear hundreds of little frogs in the nearby ponds, depending on the season. We are located in the heart of Wine Country and there are plenty of activities around us and in town.

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Feather River Ranch+solar pool+spa

2 sites · RVs6 acres · Paso Robles, CA

Feather River Ranch Eco Homestead is the perfect place to pull up and hook up your RV or camper van and enjoy the property. 110 plug (it’s green) conveniently located for use in the RV carport. Please park along the vines or by corral entrance if your travel trailer/ RV is too large. Enjoy the newly built 16•34 ft solar heated pool, private hot tub, and a 3 minute walk down to the river. There is no bathroom on site so your rv or camper is needed. We are hands off and have another home so we may or may not be able to greet you if we are away. Enjoy the peace of this eco homestead.

The best camping near Morro Bay State Park guide

Overview

About

On the shores of Morro Bay, overlooking the landmark Morro Rock, Morro Bay's California state park offers tons of amenities, including a marina with rentals, picnic areas, and an 18-hole public golf course. Popular activities include bird-watching in the saltwater marsh, mountain biking, sea kayaking, and exploring the park's hiking trails. The park is also home to the Morro Bay State Park Museum of Natural History, which offers interactive exhibits focused on the local ecosystem. For those who want to stay the night, the Morro Bay State Park Campground features 140 tent and RV campsites with fire rings and picnic tables (some with electrical/water hookups), plus restrooms and a dump station. More campsites are available also nearby, both at area Hipcamps and at Montaña de Oro State Park, just down Highway 1.

Morro Bay RV camping

Situated on California's Central Coast, Morro Bay is a great place for an RV getaway. The city and its famed Morro Rock are within day-tripping distance of San Luis Obispo County attractions such as Hearst Castle and Paso Robles, as well as popular Avila Beach and Pismo Beach. RV camping is available at many of the state park campgrounds in the area, including Morro Bay Campground at Morro Bay State Park, where you'll find campsites with electric and water hookups, bathroom access, and fire rings along with picnic tables. Other nearby options include Islay Creek Campground in Montaña de Oro State Park and Morro Strand State Beach Campground. Alternatively, there are also plenty of private RV parks in the area, as well as lots of Hipcamps, many of which are situated on private farms or orchards.

Tips for snagging a campsite

Campsites can be reserved up to six months in advance on the California State Parks website or over the phone. Same-day reservations are also available.
It’s wise to book well in advance, particularly if visiting in summer or on a weekend.
If you can't secure a reservation at Morro Bay, you may have better luck snagging a spot at Montaña de Oro State Park, about a 20-minute drive south on Highway 1.
The maximum length for RVs in the campground is 35 feet (39 feet for trailers). If you have a larger vehicle, you’ll need to look elsewhere or leave it behind and opt for a tent site instead.

When to go

Morro Bay is a year-round destination, with a generally mild climate, but it’s wise to bring plenty of layers (and a wetsuit if you plan to surf). Summers are generally dry with the most visitors, while winters get a fair bit of rainfall. Early autumn is the perfect time to visit if you want warm weather with fewer crowds, while winter and spring are the best time to see otters, and the bird-watching season runs from February until June. Monarch butterflies often overwinter in the park from November until February.

Know before you go

The closest place to pick up groceries and other supplies is Los Osos, just a few minutes' drive from the park. Note that the selection is better in the larger city of San Luis Obispo, a 15-minute drive inland.
Dogs are allowed in the campground on leashes, but not on trails or on the beach (with the exception of service animals).
Accessible features at Morro Bay State Park include restrooms, picnic areas, and a couple of short trails. There are also three RV sites with water/electric hookups and nine accessible tent sites.

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86 ratings · 22 reviews

Not recommend

· June 2019

Morro Bay Campground

Campground is terrible because the camping spaces are too close together, creating tension between campers, and the camping area is covered by trees, making it hard to find without a GPS, especially with the large park nearby, which you will get lost in. The bathrooms are terrible; there are no paper toilet seat covers and the toilet paper is stacked and doesn’t roll well. The toilets have no lids, so you have to flush it with the bowl exposed, spreading bacteria. The bathrooms do not have soap, either. The vents make the sounds echo so everyone can hear what you’re doing in there. The large collected campsite makes it a long hike for people in the middle of the campground. Adequate for birding, but not for staying overnight.

Lawrence S.

5 years on Hipcamp

Mixed feelings

· February 2019

Morro Bay Campground

Feels like camping in a parking lot.

Starr S.

6 years on Hipcamp

Mixed feelings

· September 2018

Morro Bay Campground

Beautiful campground close to the bay. Not much privacy or anything but easy access and all the basic amenities are available.

Aimee H.

6 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· January 2018

Morro Bay Campground

Showers take tokens, but they are pretty well kept and clean. Big campground with lots of RVs and such stacked close to each other . Walking distance to town.

Stephen J.

7 years on Hipcamp

October 2017

Morro Bay Campground

+ Campgrounds is a stone's throw from the marina. This is especially great if you enjoy being by the water. A lot of campers bring their own kayaks, canoes, SUP boards, etc. + Less than 2 miles from the Embarcadero where there are shops, restaurants, bars, cafes, boat tours, and water equipment rentals. It's a beautiful walk, an easy bike ride, and a quick drive into town. Best part, FREE PARKING everywhere! Also, plenty of public restrooms that are relatively clean. + Sites are very close together and not very spacious or private. Each campsite comes with parking for 1 car, a charcoal BBQ grill, a firepit, bear box, and picnic table. + The majority of campers here are older, retired RV campers so the campgrounds are well-kempt

Chanel C.

4 reviews

Recommends

· September 2017

Morro Bay Campground

Love this campground, spots are close together and out in the open but a quick escape right next to the water is worth it.

Anna P.

7 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· September 2017

Morro Bay Campground

Sites are tiny, so make sure you book a couple of spots if you are camping with more than two people. Sites are usually booked, so make sure to book in advance. Great location to the town, and marina!

Ali H.

3 reviews

Recommends

· July 2017

Morro Bay Campground

This is a great "traditional" campground that gives you access to surfing the rock and fishing in the harbor all by yourself. There's a lovely nature walk across from the campsite and close proximity to cafes about 10 minutes away by car or less.

John S.

2 reviews

Mixed feelings

· July 2017

Morro Bay Campground

Find a site where the turkey vultures don't roost - it can get ugly!

Jeff A.

7 years on Hipcamp

Not recommend

· July 2017

Morro Bay Campground

Not an ideal or scenic location.

Aly K.

7 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· July 2017

Morro Bay Campground

Love kayaking here. Great group sites

Cynthia F.

7 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· June 2017

Morro Bay Campground

Nice and quiet, awesome big trees! Lots to do in the area.

Kristin L.

7 years on Hipcamp

Mixed feelings

· March 2017

Morro Bay Campground

essentially a parking lot, but right at the beach.

Kristi R.

8 years on Hipcamp

March 2016

Report from your shirtless host @ Morro Bay S.P. on a 1955 Kenskill Trailer. This is about a 1955 14' Kenskill. What a gem. The classic was found in a shed. ? It was under cover for the past 30+ years just setting there. The the new owners are Jim & Dina ( 3rd. owners they think ) that told me that they were looking for a trailer for about a year or so. What a gem they found. Every in side worked like new ( with a little cleaning up ) after setting for 30 years. This classic is being tow by a red custom GMC subauan They had it painted about 3 years ago. So if you see it heading or coming from the coast back to Bakersfield give them a hook. They put another classic on the road Shirtless host Steve Shirtlesshost.blogspot.co

Shirtless Host Steve J.

9 years on Hipcamp

March 2016

Report from your shirtless host on Morro Bay State Park. I have coming to Morro Bay for about 50 years now. I have climb to the top many times years ago. The State Park is run down, the winter has took its toll. And thats being nice. The price is a little high. $50. For just water & Elec. And $35. For dry camping-just to have a cold or Luke warm showers. B\Rs were dirty all day most of the time. The showers were dirty and hair in them every I check. And checked 5 Times all 3 days I was there. No TP. In 2 of the B\Rs. 2 days in a row. Staff was not to friendly at all. Host were great. This is a pristine area, it has Bird watching, Hiking trails and much much more. I think every one should camp at a S.P. Shirtless host Steve

Shirtless Host Steve J.

9 years on Hipcamp

October 2015

Morro Bay Campground

This was the first place I ever camped. It's not very secluded at all, it's only a short 10 minute walk into town which isn't really my preference. The campsite itself is pretty nice. There are some nice hikes available and the air is nice and crisp in the mornings. The campsites themselves were kind of hard to distinguish between, can't really tell where one begins and the other ends, but that could've been a rookie mistake made by me.

Jordan S.

9 years on Hipcamp

September 2015

Morro Bay Campground

We had a surprisingly good time there. The campground doesn't offer anything special other than appreciable and cheap showers – a quarter dollar is enough – but this is a nice area. Check out the bay at sunset! You can rent kayaks at the marina, in front of the Bayside Café.

Pierre A.

41 reviews

April 2015

a humble yet beautiful campground, nestled just next to -- and on level with -- a gorgeous natural estuary preserve. hikes, walks and biking trails surround the place, with beautiful hills behind to climb and get a view of it all. a central coast gem!

Corina Rose B.

10 years on Hipcamp

April 2015

Head into town and enjoy what Morro Bay is known for: the seafood!

Hipcamper

10 years on Hipcamp

March 2015

Black Hill offers a great easy hike with a final view that’s worth a trek 10x the distance. This comes very highly recommended, and a common activity among locals is to stay on the hill for the sunset.

Hipcamper

10 years on Hipcamp

March 2015

Check out the Museum of Natural History to gain some perspective on the area. It’s fun for all ages, with activities ranging from nature walks, to lectures, to puppet shows, and to the Chumash garden where you can learn how Native Americans used the regional plants in their daily lives.

Hipcamper

10 years on Hipcamp

March 2015

Otters are adorable. Make sure to head out on the bay in a kayak and experience families of otters and other species gliding along the water; it’s a magical experience.

Hipcamper

10 years on Hipcamp