- Jenner
Timber Cove Campground
Hosted by Brenda · Jenner, California
17 sites · RV, Tent · 2.5 acres
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East Beach Sea Wall
94%
(32)4WD recommended
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
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Sand Dab
100%
(28)Short walk to site
Toilet
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Pets allowed
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Middle Peninsula
98%
(20)Short walk to site
Toilet
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Pets allowed
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Inner Peninsula
93%
(15)Short walk to site
Toilet
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Pets allowed
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Seaside South Corner Beach
97%
(15)Toilet
Pets allowed
Showers
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West Beach Sea Wall
80%
(10)4WD recommended
Toilet
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Pets allowed
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Beach
100%
(1)Toilet
Pets allowed
Showers
RV/tent sites
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Bluff 8
91%
(68)Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
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Bluff 10
95%
(55)Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Electrical hookup
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The point
96%
(48)Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Electrical hookup
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The Grassy Knoll
95%
(44)Toilet
Pets allowed
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Bluff #6
97%
(32)Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
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Waterfall
95%
(30)Toilet
Pets allowed
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Bluff #7
95%
(28)Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
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Up Top
85%
(20)Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Water hookup
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Bluff #5
79%
(14)Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Electrical hookup
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Bluff 4
100%
(5)Toilet
Pets allowed
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
Reviews
94% Recommend468 ratings · 353 reviews
My puppy and I enjoyed our time at Timbercove Campground. We rented the waterfall spot which was alongside the boat launch, but it was not flowing this time of year. The ocean view was amazing and we met a lot of very friendly people. Be prepared for fisherman arriving as soon as it starts to get light. The spot is pretty small but worked out great for the two of us. Also, the Timbercove Lodge is right next door so we were able to take a little break from “roughing” it for bubbles and some amazing chowder.
This is a great place to stare at the Pacific Ocean and chill. It’s small but you can’t beat the view. The property is clean as were the restrooms and showers. My stay was frictionless and I’d return. It’s a rare gem.
We had fun but the picture is misleading. There was a site in front ours that was blocking the view of the sea. Our site was quite small (wasn’t sure if it was worth the price). There were also raccoons that took out food in the night. I wish there was a box or something where we could store food (at least a warning about them). You also have to take your garbage with you which is inconvenient. The view was gorgeous, beach access was convenient and the bathrooms are clean. Furthermore, the site had garbage on the ground when we got there. We had a great time but not sure if we will return
Mixed feelings
· August 2026
Tent · With pets ·
Bluff 6
Overall, it was wonderful — the view was stunning, the location was great, dog friendly, it was really easy to get into and out-of, Brenda was very responsive, and the bathrooms were very clean and well stocked.
Only a few downsides:
- The campsites are very close together — there was maybe a ~1 to 2 yards of clearance between tents
- (Minor) you had to pack your trash out
- (Minor) the showers were coin-operated ($2 for 4 minutes)
Wow! What a spectacular site! My son and I had a great time camping at Brenda's place. A truly unique spot right on the coast. From our campsite we could watch seals, birds, and one night, the Milky Way. We'll be back!
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· August 2026
Tent ·
Up Top
The campsite was great, exactly as described. The only issue was the distance to the bathrooms was a little far but it wasn’t unmanageable, and the bathrooms were so clean and comfortable!
Mixed feelings
· August 2026
26 ft Class B ·
Bluff 7
Beautiful view, looking down to a rugged beach. That alone would be incredible, but I was less than 5' from my neighbor's tent to my left and equal distance from my other neighbor's picnic table.
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· August 2026
Tent ·
Inner Peninsula
Really beautiful spot. The site is tucked back, there’s a spot in front of it which I hadn’t realized when booking, it turned out okay, the spot is still private but you don’t have access to cliffs if the other side is booked.
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· August 2026
True Beachfront Camping Hidden Gem
Tent · With pets ·
Seaside South Corner Beach
TBH, this place is a hidden gem! Camping just steps from the beach and falling asleep to the sound of the waves was amazing. It was our first time beach camping, and we loved it.
Brenda, the host, was very communicative and helpful. Just keep in mind that you share the beach with three other camping groups, so your experience can depend on your neighbors. Unfortunately, our first night was rough because one group arrived late, set up loudly in the middle of the night with all their lights on, and stayed up until 1–2 AM, ignoring quiet hours and some of the camping rules. Thankfully, the camp host spoke with them the next day, and things improved. Our other neighbors were wonderful and respectful.
The location is convenient and close to stores, and there’s a porta-potty right on the sand, plus a sink and hose. It did get pretty cold at night, so a bonfire would have been amazing, but we understand there was a fire ban during our stay. We wish we had brought a gas fire ring!
One thing to note: getting down to the campsite in our 2WD was a little nerve-racking. We didn’t dare drive back down to pack up, so we hiked everything back up, which made for a good workout.
Overall, we had a wonderful anniversary camping trip and would absolutely recommend this spot for a unique beachfront experience!
Beautiful beach, but not a safe or appropriate campground.
The beach is beautiful, but unfortunately that was the only positive part of our experience.
This is essentially a busy day-use and boat-launch area being used as a campground. I was instructed to park my truck along the boat ramp. Starting around 6 a.m., people launching boats were repeatedly driving within inches of my truck. My wife and I felt extremely uncomfortable because we were clearly in everyone’s way. Multiple people complained to me, even though I was parked exactly where I had been told to park. Eventually, we got so uncomfortable that we packed up and left.
Our dogs were anxious from the constant traffic and activity as well.
The entire area is extremely overcrowded. I watched a group of about 15 hikers walk directly through another campsite, even stepping on the campers’ tent because there was so little room. RVs are packed together so tightly that some can barely open their doors.
In my opinion, it is unsafe and irresponsible to sell this many campsites in such a confined day-use area. It is also unfair to locals trying to use the boat ramp who have to maneuver vehicles and trailers around campers.
We booked expecting a campground and instead felt like obstacles in a crowded public recreation area. I later found other reviews describing similar experiences and wish I had read them first.
Beautiful beach, horrible camping experience. Stay somewhere else.
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· August 2026
Tent · With pets ·
Bluff 8
Beautiful campsite on the bluff! Lots of animals to see including whales, Good for a tent a bit tight for a trailer, sites are close together. Despite that we would return in a heartbeat.
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· August 2026
20 ft truck camper · Group trip ·
Bluff 4
Good communication from the beginning.
Very helpful at our arrival.
Small campground with an amazing view!
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· August 2026
21 ft travel trailer · With pets ·
Bluff 10
The views were amazing! And the beach was so awesome. Tip: Make sure to review your reserved spot before arriving so you can find it more easily without any cell service. Bluff 10 was a great spot.
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· August 2026
Tent ·
East Beach Sea Wall
The East Sea Wall was a lovely and relaxing spot for my mini getaway! Being on the wall allowed me to have a little more privacy on my first night when the beach was shared with other campers. The second night I had the beach to myself and it was an absolute dream, definitely the peace I was hoping for.
The bathrooms were clean and having hot water was such a luxury! Quarter operated showers.
On the left side of the beach there are tide pools where I saw green anemones and star fish. A seal frequented the little bay, very curious about my pups! But stayed well away. I saw an otter climbing on the rocks during low tide and seals jumping just outside the cove.
Met some lovely people who worked with a local marine biology program. They come dive once a week or so to measure the kelp. They said that kelp has been struggling over the past few years but seems to be doing well in Timber Cove so they do frequent measurements to better understand why that maybe. It was cool to meet them and learn about their work.
One of my only complaints is not about the camp ground but instead about fellow guests. The beach has a fish cleaning station and while I completely understand understand throwing what you don't keep to the birds, the beach was littered with fish bones/carcass that my dogs kept trying to eat, a very large vet bill I was not keen for. I ended up cleaning the beach of both bones and forgotten trash. But just something to consider when cleaning your fish.
Very relaxing
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· August 2026
22 ft travel trailer · With pets ·
Bluff 7
Camping on the edge of the cliff overlooking the ocean was magnificent. We walked down to the beach each morning and evening. Even picked some ripe blackberries along the edge of the trail. Would definitely recommend this property.
Shout-out to Cal-Fire brave men and women for the amazing work they do!
This is a very sweet spot on iconic Highway 1, looking out onto the ocean. Saturday evening felt a little crammed with campers, though fortunately everything went silent at 10 pm. Sunday was very nice and quiet with just a few campers. Please be aware that Grassy Knoll campsite is right up against Highway 1 (2-lane road at 60 miles/hr speed vehicles). It said it in the description, but we didn't realize just how close! You can hear the ocean, but also the zooming by of the cars and trucks that feel really close to your tent (probably less of a problem in a small RV or van). The other upper area sites are close together, but you don't hear the road. The sites down near the ocean are more spread out, and all you can hear is the ocean. One other reason I didn't give it 5/5 stars was that the host was not there this weekend, which we didn't realize until we arrived and saw a notice on the office door. We had a few issues during the weekend, and there were other campers who had been coming for years, and they were very helpful, but we couldn't resolve everything. That said, now that we know how things work and what the best spots are, we might return!
We had the most incredible time at Sand Dab! Everyone was so kind. The first night, the beach was full and the second, we had it almost entirely to ourselves, but both nights were equally lovely. People were friendly but stuck to themselves, our dog had room to run around and play fetch and explore - the freedom alone made it one of the best camping experiences we’ve ever had. Fair warning, you do get a little high tide splash occasionally at Sand Dab, but nothing wild, and so worth it to have your own secluded spot. We will absolutely be going back.
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· August 2026
Tent ·
Waterfall
Very cute camping spot! The tent site was in an amazing spot with amazing views and a few hiking trails near by! Saw some dolphins while having morning tea!
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· August 2026
Tent · With pets ·
West Beach Sea Wall
Overall a solid stay! Some young partiers kept us up the first night, but they got with the program the rest of our stay. Beautiful beach site, great for kids and dogs. Would definitely come again, and try to book a few sites with some friends. Thanks Brenda!
Really great correspondence and a well-maintained location! Beautiful view views!
Very awesome little spot, although it is much smaller than the pictures make it out to be. 120v and 30 amp hookups are provided which was awesome, views are unmatched. Only gripe I have is for the price, I wish the showers weren’t coin operated and that there were trash receptacles for campers.
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· August 2026
Tent · With pets ·
East Beach Sea Wall
Lovely spot a few yards above high tide line. Cozy cove, some local fisherman, a few tourist, and we enjoyed watching a band of marine biologists from NOAA dive in the bay. Super positive vibe.
Really special campsite right on the beach!
The dynamics of this specific little cove create a real sense of privacy and protect the site from wind.
The boat ramp makes it easy to load/unload by the site, while maintaining a sense of remoteness while at the campsite.
There are ling cod and rockfish right offshore.
Firewood available for purchase on site, and ice and groceries are available from a market right up the block, where they also serve great coffee and sandwiches.
Clean bathroom with coin-op warm showers at the top of the boat ramp, near where you leave your car parked.
Brenda is a delightful host.
Cannot recommend this site enough!
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· August 2026
Tent ·
Bluff 10
It was magical sleeping to the sound of waves at night. Comfy campsite with outstanding views. We loved it!
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· July 2026
Tent · With pets ·
Bluff 7
Beautiful view and easy access to amazing spots! Ground is a bit bumpy if sleeping on the ground
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· July 2026
Tent · With pets ·
Bluff 8
This is a wonderful campground, very intimate with other campers very close by. The ground is lumpy with small holes, rocks and wood chips so bring extra padding if you’re tent camping. The walk to the beach is steep but doable. There are beautiful easy trails near by as well. The WiFi was spotty but for me perfect to unwind and just connect to the sounds of the ocean. Very relaxing!!! We will definitely come back!!
Can’t say enough good things about this camp site! This was my second time there and it only got better. We’re definitely going back!! Thank you Brenda for accommodating our special requests, you are an amazing host!!
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· July 2026
26 ft travel trailer ·
Bluff 7
Brenda is very welcoming and helpful! The location is beautiful--just know the sites are close together! Come for the view, not the space! Even near the road, the noise did not bother us one bit. Walking down to the beach to look for shells in the evening or over to the point to see the sea lions in the morning was a highlight. Also, the Fort Ross Store, less than a mile away, is a gem!
Wonderful place to stay with well kept showers, toilets and a great location. Brenda offered us quarters in exchange for cash to use at the showers. You can also buy firewood bundles at the campsite.
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· July 2026
21 ft Class B ·
Bluff 4
Our host Brenda was very sweet helpful. She was very easy to work with and her spot was beautiful! It was nice having a real shower and bathroom to use, that was a fabulous surprise! We will definitely be coming back.
Location
Jenner, Sonoma County, California, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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