Camping Near San Mateo, CA

30 campgrounds within 50 miles of San Mateo.

30 nearby11 Private RV Parks6 Private Campgrounds5 Federal Campgrounds
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Tent pitched on a clifftop overlook

Coyote Point Recreation Area

California · 1.0 mi

Private CampgroundModerate
Campervan at a national park

Trailer Villa RV Park

California · 9.2 mi

Private RV ParkBeginner Friendly
RV resort with green grass

Pillar Point RV Park

California · 9.7 mi

Private RV ParkBeginner Friendly
Road trip RV on a scenic highway

Treasure Island MH and RV Park

California · 9.7 mi

Private RV ParkBeginner Friendly
State park forest

Half Moon Bay State Beach

California · 10.0 mi

State Park CampgroundBeginner Friendly
RV resort with green grass

Candlestick RV Park

California · 10.5 mi

Private RV ParkBeginner Friendly
Vintage camper in a meadow

San Francisco RV Resort

California · 10.7 mi

Private RV ParkBeginner Friendly
Orange tent in a forest clearing at sunrise

Sandev Mobile Park

California · 11.6 mi

Private CampgroundModerate
Camper van adventure in nature

Pelican Point RV Park

California · 11.7 mi

Private RV ParkBeginner Friendly
Red tent in snowy mountain campsite

Trailer Haven

California · 13.8 mi

Private CampgroundModerate
Two tents in alpine meadow

Anthony Chabot Regional Park

California · 16.6 mi

Private CampgroundModerate
Peaceful forest clearing

Aquatic Park Cove, Black Point Overnight Anchoring, Sailing Vessels only (auxiliary engine OK)

California · 17.3 mi

Federal CampgroundBeginner Friendly
Desert at golden hour

Rob Hill Campground (DAY USE)

California · 17.7 mi

BLM CampgroundPrimitive
Sunlit desert landscape

Rob Hill Group Campground

California · 17.7 mi

BLM CampgroundPrimitive
Group around a campfire

San Mateo Memorial County Park

California · 20.5 mi

County/Municipal ParkModerate
Forest campground with picnic area

Kirby Cove Campground

California · 20.7 mi

Federal CampgroundModerate
Green forest with filtered sunlight

Bicentennial Campground

California · 21.1 mi

Federal CampgroundPrimitive
Forest campground with picnic area

Hawk Campground

California · 22.3 mi

Federal CampgroundModerate
RV parked at a scenic campground

Aloha Trailer and RV Park

California · 22.7 mi

Private RV ParkBeginner Friendly
Tent under the Milky Way

Portola Redwoods SP

California · 22.7 mi

Private CampgroundModerate
State park meadow and forest

Hike and Bike Campsites

California · 22.8 mi

State Park CampgroundBeginner Friendly
Autumn forest campground

Haypress Campground

California · 23.4 mi

Federal CampgroundPrimitive
Van life campsite by the lake

Alemeda County Fairgrounds - The Fairpark RV Campground

California · 24.4 mi

Private RV ParkBeginner Friendly
State park lake at sunrise

Butano State Park

California · 25.5 mi

State Park CampgroundBeginner Friendly
Van camping in desert landscape

Saratoga Springs Picnic Resort

California · 26.2 mi

Private RV ParkBeginner Friendly
Tent camping in a pine forest

Golden Gate Trailer Park

California · 27.3 mi

Private CampgroundModerate
Warm campfire glow

Garden City Trailer Park

California · 27.4 mi

County/Municipal ParkModerate
State park green landscape

Mount Tamalpais State Park

California · 27.4 mi

State Park CampgroundBeginner Friendly
White RV at a forest campground

Trailer Tel RV Park

California · 27.5 mi

Private RV ParkBeginner Friendly
Motorhome at a lakeside campground

Marin RV Park

California · 27.6 mi

Private RV ParkBeginner Friendly

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I camp near San Mateo, CA?

There are 30 campgrounds within 50 miles of San Mateo. Popular site types include private rv park, private campground, federal campground.

What types of camping can I do near San Mateo?

Near San Mateo you'll find opportunities for tent camping, RV camping, car camping, and more. Many campgrounds offer beginner-friendly conditions with various hookup options.

Are there free campgrounds near San Mateo?

Yes! Some dispersed camping areas and BLM campgrounds near San Mateo are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a camping or entrance fee.