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<\/a><\/p>\n If you’re looking for a RV park that is close to the beach, boardwalk and downtown Santa Cruz, you can’t get much better than upper Santa Cruz Harbor. It’s just a short walk to Seabright Beach, restaurants and the “brewery”. You’ll probably want to bike, bus or drive downtown or the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, though!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Full time RV Coastal Living for retirement or snow birds. Lots of activity for the retired who are very active.<\/p>\n Major rating websites rate Beach RV Park 3.5 to 4.1 stars out of 5.<\/p>\n Address: 2505 Portola Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95062 Santa Vida is minutes from downtown Santa Cruz, and offers RV sites in a 23 acre forest setting of beautiful redwoods, madrone, and oak.<\/p>\n Major rating websites rate Santa Vida RV Park & Campground 3.6 to 4.5 stars out of 5.<\/p>\n Address: 1611 Branciforte Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95065 Seacliff Center RV Park is located near Seacliff State Beach by the historic S.S. Palo Alto cement ship that once floated offshore as an entertainment vessel for dining, dancing and fun, now permanently moored at Seacliff California State Beach.<\/p>\n Major rating websites rate 3.5 to 3.7 stars out of 5.<\/p>\n Address: 234 State Park Dr, Aptos, CA 95003 [\/et_pb_tab][et_pb_tab title=”Santa Cruz Beach Campgrounds” _builder_version=”4.6.5″ _module_preset=”default”]<\/p>\n The ocean end of Big Basin, Hwy 1 831-338-8860 Located 20 miles north of Santa Cruz on Hwy. 1, the park has miles of trails, which serves hikers and equestrians, links Big Basin to Castle Rock State Park and the eastern reaches of the Santa Cruz range. Maps<\/a><\/p>\n The Rancho del Oso Horse Camp, with reservations, allows riders to camp overnight with their horse. For reservations for the Horse Camp, please call Big Basin Headquarters at 831-338-8861. Please note, dogs are not allowed in any portion of Rancho del Oso, including the Horse Camp.<\/p>\n Major rating websites rate 4.0 to 5 stars out of 5.<\/p>\n Address: 3600 CA-1, Davenport, CA 95017 Tents camping only, no RVs, mid-May through September. Parking for over 60 walk-in tent sites at Manresa Uplands is in a separate lot near the campground. Pets must not be left unattended in campsites. One vehicle is included in camping fees. Additional funds may be collected on site for up to ONE additional vehicle at a nightly rate. Visit Reserve California to make campsite reservations.<\/p>\n The beach features a beautiful expanse of sea and sand, with surf fishing, and recreation.<\/p>\n Major rating websites rate Manresa State Beach 4.5 to 4.6 stars out of 5.<\/p>\n Address: 1445 San Andreas Rd, Watsonville, CA 95076 201 State Park Drive., Aptos, CA (831) 464-6330 The park features picnic areas, swimming, fishing and a nearby forest of Monterey pine. The camping area’s campsites are located on a bluff overlooking northern Monterey Bay.<\/p>\n Major rating websites rate New Brighton State Beach 4.0 to 4.5 stars out of 5.<\/p>\n Address: Capitola, CA 95010 201 State Park Drive., Aptos, CA (831) 429-2850 The park is known for its fishing pier and concrete freighter, the Palo Alto. The beach is also a popular swimming spot. There is a long stretch of sand backed by bluffs.<\/p>\n Major rating websites rate 4.0 to 4.6 stars out of 5.<\/p>\n Address: State Park Dr, Aptos, CA 95003 <\/p>\n<\/div>\n [\/et_pb_tab][et_pb_tab title=”Santa Cruz Mountain Campgrounds” _builder_version=”4.6.5″ _module_preset=”default”]<\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n If warmer weather is your cup of tea, camping in the Santa Cruz Mountains around Ben Lomond, Boulder Creek, or Felton may be your best bet. You will have to give up the ocean views, but the sights and sounds of the coastal redwoods towering above your campsite can be downright euphoric. Too much? How about blissful or extremely enjoyable. Big Basin Redwoods State Park is a good pick for family campgrounds, group campsites, and tent camping.<\/p>\n The park has miles of trails that link Big Basin to Castle Rock State Park and the eastern reaches of the Santa Cruz range. The trails are utilized by both hikers and equestrians.<\/p>\n Big Basin has several camping options for those wanting to experience the redwoods for more then one day. Big Basin has Standard Campsites, Group Camps, Tent Cabins, horse camps and backcountry trail camps. For more information on camping options, please click https:\/\/www.parks.ca.gov\/?page_id=29761<\/a>.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n Major rating websites rate Big Basin Redwoods State Park 4.8 stars out of 5.<\/p>\n Address: 21600 Big Basin Way, Boulder Creek, CA 95006\u00a0 15000 Skyline Blvd., Los Gatos, CA (408) 867-2952 Along the crest of the Santa Cruz Mountains, Castle Rock State Park contains 3,600 acres of coast redwood, Douglas-fir, and madrone forest. Steep canyons are sprinkled with unusual rock formations that are popular with rock climbers, and hikers can enjoy the 32 miles of hiking and horseback riding trails.<\/p>\n Castle Rock Trail Camp has 15 of 20 campsites that are available by reservation only.\u00a0Castle Rock Trail Camp still has five sites available on a first come first serve basis. To get one, check in with staff at the Robert C. Krikwood Parking Lot on Highway 35. Do not hike to the Castle Rock Trail Camp and attempt to find a site before registering!<\/p>\n Castle Rock Trail Camp has trash receptacles, bathrooms, and 20 campsites with picnic tables and fire rings.<\/p>\n Major rating websites rate Castle Rock State Park 4.4 to 4.7 stars out of 5.<\/p>\n Address: 15451 CA-35, Los Gatos, CA 95033\u00a0 The RV Park is located right next to Henry Cowell Redwood State Park, nestled in the giant redwoods and San Lorenzo River. They offer a year round destination for those looking to explore the bay area and redwood forests.<\/p>\n Major rating websites rate Cotillion Gardens RV Park 3.5 to 4.0 stars out of 5.<\/p>\n Address: 300 Old Big Trees Rd, Felton, CA 95018\u00a0 The park features 15 miles of hiking and riding trails through a forest that looks much the same as it did 200 years ago. The park is the home of the Redwood grove, with a self-guided nature path, and Douglas fir, madrone, oak and the most unusual feature of the park, a stand of Ponderosa pine.<\/p>\n The park\u2019s 107-site lies in a shady pine and oak forest, and a separate entrance from the day-use area, which is located off Graham Hill Road in Scotts Valley. Reservations are highly recommended between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Henry Cowell campground closes in the winter season. For more information, please click here https:\/\/www.parks.ca.gov\/?page_id=29725<\/a><\/strong>.\u00a0<\/p>\n Major rating websites rate Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park 4.5 to 5.0 stars out of 5.<\/p>\n Address:\u00a0101 N Big Trees Park Rd, Felton, CA 95018 The Redwood Resort of Boulder Creek California is a small privately owned RV park and campground nestled amongst the majestic redwood trees. The RV park is open year round and the campground is open May through September.<\/p>\n Major rating websites rate Redwood Resort RV Park 4.0 to 4.4 stars out of 5.<\/p>\n Address: 150 Grove St, Boulder Creek, CA 95006\u00a0 Situated on the beautiful San Lorenzo River and backed by Henry Cowell State Park our clean, newly renovated RV Park and campground offer guests a year round, family oriented, place to relax or a base camp for your outdoor adventure.<\/p>\n They welcome families, groups, and RV clubs of most sizes. All RV sites are full hook-up (electric, water, sewer, and cable TV). Other features include: well maintained showers, a nearby river, comfortable clubhouse recreation room, fire pits, and a playground for the kids.<\/p>\n Major rating websites rate Santa Cruz Redwoods RV Resort 4.0 to 4.5 stars out of 5.<\/p>\n Address: 4980 CA-9, Felton, CA 95018\u00a0 Family owned since 1920, they are located among the redwoods in the Santa Cruz Mountains \u2014 1.5 miles south of Felton between Highway 9 and the San Lorenzo River.<\/p>\n Major rating websites rate Smithwoods RV Park 4.0 to 4.2 stars out of 5.<\/p>\n Address: 4770 Hwy 9, Felton, CA 95018\u00a0 [\/et_pb_tab][et_pb_tab title=”Aptos & Soquel Campgrounds” _builder_version=”4.6.5″ _module_preset=”default”]<\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n If you’re looking for a RV park that is close to the beach, boardwalk and downtown Santa Cruz, you can’t get much better than upper Santa Cruz Harbor. It’s just a short walk to Seabright Beach, restaurants and the “brewery”. You’ll probably want to bike, bus or drive downtown or the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, though!<\/p>\n The park has 10,000 acres of rugged semi-wilderness, rising from sea level to steep coastal mountains of more than 2,600 feet. Please note that the West Ridge Trail Camp is closed.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n Major rating websites rate Nisene Marks State Park 4.3 to 4.8 stars out of 5.<\/p>\n Address:\u00a0Aptos Creek Rd, Aptos, CA 95003 [\/et_pb_tab][et_pb_tab title=”Scotts Valley Campgrounds” _builder_version=”4.6.5″ _module_preset=”default”]<\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n Maybe Santa Cruz is just too much fun? Try reviewing our list of Scotts Valley RV parks and campgrounds.<\/p>\n 917 Disc Drive, Scotts Valley, CA (831) 438-1288<\/p>\n Nestled in the trees just minutes away from Scotts Valley and Santa Cruz our resort is here to serve your RV vacation needs. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_tab][et_pb_tab title=”Watsonville” _builder_version=”4.6.5″ _module_preset=”default”]<\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n The perfect sunny base camp for exploring all that the California coast has to offer. Try their fully furnished Deluxe Cabins or Camping Cabins or park your own RV at their Pull-Thru RV Site with KOA Patio\u00ae. Amenities include free cable and Wi-Fi.\u00a0 Tent sites are conveniently situated with picnic tables and fire rings.<\/p>\n Major rating websites rate Santa Cruz \/ Monterey Bay KOA 4.0 to 4.5 stars out of 5.<\/p>\n Address: 1186 San Andreas Rd, Watsonville, CA 95076\u00a0 Marina Dunes RV Park in Marina, CA is one of the best-located Monterey Bay RV parks, situated near the ocean and close to everything the area has to offer. You can be near it all and not only enjoy one of the most convenient RV sites but also all the amenities the area has to offer. We offer beachfront access on Monterey Bay and are within driving distance to downtown Monterey.<\/p>\n Major rating websites rate Marina Dunes RV Resort 3.5 to 4.1 stars out of 5.<\/p>\n Address: 3330 Dunes Dr, Marina, CA 93933\u00a0 Quiet lakeside RV campground in Monterey Bay\/Santa Cruz area. Enjoy RV park, the local attractions, the nearby wildlife or just go fishing. The\u00a0RV Park is open year round, however may be subject to periodic closure during the winter months due to weather and lake level conditions.<\/p>\n Major rating websites rate Pinto Lake Park 3.5 to 4.3 stars out of 5.<\/p>\n Address: 451 Green Valley Rd, Watsonville, CA 95076\u00a0 201 Sunset Beach Rd., Watsonville, CA (831) 763-7062 The park features pine trees, mountainous sand dunes, and Pacific Ocean side picnic spots. Bordered by large agricultural fields between the cities of Santa Cruz and Monterey, the beach is a year-round destination for thousands of visitors.<\/p>\n Major rating websites rate Sunset State Beach 4.0 to 4.6 stars out of 5.<\/p>\n Address: Sunset Beach Rd, Watsonville, CA 95076 [\/et_pb_tab][\/et_pb_tabs][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Beautiful beaches or serene mountains not your thing. Do you want to camp or park your RV close to fine dining, unique shops and exciting nightlife? The City of Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley or Watsonville just might be the ticket! If you’re looking for a RV park that is close to the beach, boardwalk and […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":3677,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":" Beautiful beaches or serene mountains not your thing. Do you want to camp or park your RV close to fine dining, unique shops and exciting nightlife? The City of Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley or Watsonville just might be the ticket!<\/strong><\/em> If you're looking for a RV park that is close to the beach, boardwalk and downtown Santa Cruz, you can't get much better than upper Santa Cruz Harbor<\/a>. It's just a short walk to Seabright Beach, restaurants and the \"brewery\". You'll probably want to bike, bus or drive downtown or the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, though! \u00a0 Happy Camping!\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\r\n <\/a><\/p>\r\n 2505 Portola Drive, Santa Cruz, CA (831) 462-2505 Full time RV Coastal Living for retirement or snow birds. Lots of activity for the retired who are very active.<\/p>\r\n Aptos Creek Rd. & Soquel Dr., Aptos, CA (831) 763-7062 The park has 10,000 acres of rugged semi-wilderness, rising from sea level to steep coastal mountains of more than 2,600 feet.<\/p>\r\n 135 5th Ave., Santa Cruz, CA (831) 475-3279 The R.V. park is located in the north harbor. Do not bring your rig to the harbor office. The Port District maintains a harbor patrol who are on duty 24 hrs\/day.<\/p>\r\n 1611 Branciforte Drive, Santa Cruz, CA (831) 425-1945 Santa Vida is minutes from downtown Santa Cruz, and offers RV sites in a 23 acre forest setting of beautiful redwoods, madrone, and oak.<\/p>\r\n 234 State Park Drive, Seacliff, CA (831) 688-3813 Seacliff Center RV Park is located near Seacliff State Beach by the historic S.S. Palo Alto cement ship that once floated offshore as an entertainment vessel for dining, dancing and fun, now permanently moored at Seacliff California State Beach.<\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n 917 Disc Drive, Scotts Valley, CA (831) 438-1288 Nestled in the trees just minutes away from Scotts Valley and Santa Cruz our resort is here to serve your RV vacation needs.<\/p>\r\n 1186 San Andreas Road, La Selva Beach, CA (831) 722-0551<\/p>\r\n 3330 Dunes Dr, Marina, CA 93933 (831) 384-6914<\/p>\r\n 451 Green Valley Road, Watsonville, CA (831) 722-8129 Quiet lakeside RV campground in Monterey Bay\/Santa Cruz area. Enjoy RV park, the local attractions, the nearby wildlife or just go fishing.<\/p>\r\nCity of Santa Cruz Campgrounds<\/h2>\n
Beach RV Park<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
Phone: (831) 462-2505
Website: https:\/\/www.beachrvcoastalsantacruz.com\/<\/a><\/p>\nSanta Vida RV Park & Campground<\/h3>\n
Phone:\u00a0(831) 425-1945
Website: https:\/\/www.santavidarvpark.com\/<\/a><\/p>\nSeacliff Center RV Park<\/h3>\n
Phone:\u00a0(831) 688-3813
Website: https:\/\/seacliffrvpark.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\nSanta Cruz Beach Campgrounds<\/b><\/i><\/u><\/h2>\n
Big Basin \/ Rancho Del Oso
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<\/a> \u2014 Horse Camp<\/h3>\n
Phone:\u00a0(831) 427-2288
Website: https:\/\/www.parks.ca.gov\/?page_id=863<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\nManresa State Beach \u2014 Tent Camping<\/h3>\n
Phone:\u00a0(831) 724-3750
Website: https:\/\/www.parks.ca.gov\/?page_id=545<\/a><\/p>\nNew Brighton State Beach
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<\/a> \u2014 RV Park<\/h3>\n
Phone:\u00a0(831) 464-6329
Website: https:\/\/www.parks.ca.gov\/?page_id=542<\/a><\/p>\n![\"Seacliff](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.explorer1.com\/images\/main-category\/camping\/Seacliff1.jpg?resize=80%2C70\")
Seacliff State Beach \u2014 RV Park<\/h3>\n
Phone:\u00a0(831) 685-6442
Website: https:\/\/www.parks.ca.gov\/?page_id=543<\/a><\/p>\nSanta Cruz Mountains Campgrounds<\/b><\/i><\/u><\/h2>\n
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Big Basin Redwoods State Park \u2014 Temporarily Closed<\/h3>\n
Phone:\u00a0
Website: https:\/\/www.parks.ca.gov\/?page_id=540<\/a><\/p>\n![\"Castle](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.explorer1.com\/images\/main-category\/camping\/castle1.jpg?resize=80%2C70\")
Castle Rock State Park \u2014 Backpacker campgrounds<\/h3>\n
Phone:\u00a0(408) 868-9540
Website: https:\/\/www.parks.ca.gov\/?page_id=538<\/a><\/p>\nCotillion Gardens RV Park \u2014 RV, Tent and Cabins<\/h3>\n
Phone:\u00a0(831) 335-7669
Website: https:\/\/www.cotilliongardens.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n![\"Henry](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.explorer1.com\/images\/main-category\/camping\/henery1.jpg?resize=80%2C70\")
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park<\/h3>\n
Website: https:\/\/www.parks.ca.gov\/?page_id=546<\/a><\/p>\nRedwood Resort RV Park and Campground<\/h3>\n
Phone: (831) 338-3413
Website: http:\/\/www.redwoodresort.net\/<\/a><\/p>\nSanta Cruz Redwoods RV Resort<\/h3>\n
Phone:\u00a0(831) 335-8312
Website: https:\/\/www.santacruzredwoodsrvresort.com\/<\/a><\/p>\nSmithwoods RV Park<\/h3>\n
Phone:\u00a0(831) 335-4321
Website: http:\/\/www.smithwoodsrvpark.com\/index.htm<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\nAptos & Soquel\u00a0Campgrounds<\/h2>\n
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<\/a>Nisene Marks State Park \u2014 Remote camping<\/h3>\n
Phone:\u00a0(831) 763-7063
Website: https:\/\/www.parks.ca.gov\/?page_id=666<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\nScotts Valley Campgrounds<\/h2>\n
Santa Cruz Ranch RV Park<\/a><\/h3>\n
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Santa Cruz \/ Monterey Bay KOA \u2014 Cabin, RV Park and Tent Camping<\/h3>\n
Phone:\u00a0(831) 722-0551
Website: https:\/\/koa.com\/campgrounds\/santa-cruz\/<\/a><\/p>\nMarina Dunes RV Resort<\/h3>\n
Phone:\u00a0(831) 384-6914
Website: http:\/\/marinadunesrv.com\/<\/a><\/p>\nPinto Lake Park \u2014 RV Park<\/h3>\n
Phone:\u00a0(831) 728-6194
Website: https:\/\/www.cityofwatsonville.org\/1525\/Pinto-Lake<\/a><\/p>\nSunset State Beach
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<\/a> \u2014 Campgrounds<\/h3>\n
Phone: (831) 763-7063
Website: https:\/\/www.parks.ca.gov\/?page_id=544<\/a><\/p>\nCity of Santa Cruz Campgrounds and RV Parks<\/h2>\r\n
Beach RV Park<\/a><\/h3>\r\n
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<\/a>Nisene Marks State Park<\/a>\u2014 Remote Camps<\/h3>\r\nSanta Cruz Harbor RV Park<\/a> (Upper Yacht Harbor)<\/h3>\r\n
Santa Vida RV Park & Campground<\/a><\/h3>\r\n
Seacliff Center Trailer Park<\/a><\/h3>\r\n
Scotts Valley RV Parks<\/a><\/h2>\r\n
Santa Cruz Ranch RV Park<\/a><\/h3>\r\n
Watsonville RV Parks<\/a><\/h2>\r\n
KOA RV Park<\/a><\/h3>\r\n
Marina Dunes RV Park<\/a><\/h3>\r\n
Pinto Lake Park<\/a><\/h3>\r\n
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