Go sailing near San Francisco or cycle across the Bay Bridge when camping near Walnut Creek.
Just 20 minutes outside Oakland, campers can find an exciting mix of Bay Area mountain adventures and ocean views in Walnut Creek. Private East Bay campsites near Walnut Creek accommodate tent and RV camping on a local ranch while glamping options are just minutes from the Iron Horse Trail. Head to Mount Diablo State Park, where the summit features sweeping views of the rolling hills and the Golden Gate Bridge. Then check in at a campground in the park with access to hiking, cycling, and equestrian trails. Nearby, Anthony Chabot Regional Park offers modern RV and tent camping, cabin rentals, as well as backpacking campsites. Developed camping areas include amenities like flush toilets, showers, a dump station, picnic areas, and full hookups for RVers. The family campground—open from April 1 to November 1—sits by Lake Chabot, which is great for days full of sailing, kayaking, and trout fishing.