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Camping in Santa Cruz County

Camping and Outdoor Adventures

This collection features diverse camping options across Santa Cruz County, ranging from the redwood-shaded sites of Big Basin and Henry Cowell State Parks to coastal bluffs at New Brighton and Sunset State Beaches. It includes primitive trail camps for backpackers in Castle Rock, full-service RV resorts near Monterey Bay, and specialized equestrian facilities. Visitors can access extensive hiking networks, old-growth forests, and sandy shorelines throughout the region.

Camping and Outdoor Adventures — Karte
A

Santa Cruz Monterey Bay KOA

Full-service holiday park offering RV sites, cabins, and tent camping. Facilities include a swimming pool, jumping pillow, and outdoor cinema.
B

Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park Campground

Located in a sandhills habitat featuring pine and oak trees, offering 107 sites for tents and RVs. Connected to trails leading through old-growth redwood groves.
C

Seacliff Center RV Park

Private RV park located within walking distance of Seacliff State Beach and the SS Palo Alto cement ship. Features full hookups and Wi-Fi.
D

New Brighton State Beach Campground

Situated on a 93-foot bluff, this site offers views of Monterey Bay. Features include campfire programs and proximity to a sandy swimming beach.
E

Sequoia Group Camp

High-capacity group camping area located within Big Basin Redwoods State Park, suitable for large organized gatherings.
F

Pine Hollow Camp

Accessible camping area located within Sunset State Beach, providing proximity to coastal dunes and the shoreline.
G

Horse Camp

Specialized equestrian camping facility located in Wilder Ranch State Park, providing access to miles of coastal terrace trails.
H

River Grove RV Park

Shaded RV park situated along the San Lorenzo River in Felton, featuring full hookups and cable TV.
I

Cityteam Camp May Mac

Private retreat and conference center located in the Santa Cruz Mountains, offering cabin accommodations and recreational facilities.
J

Alder Trail Camp

Primitive hike-in campsite located along the Waddell Creek drainage in Big Basin Redwoods State Park.
K

Twin Redwoods Trail Camp

Remote backpacking site situated near Waddell Creek, serving as a stop for hikers on the Skyline-to-the-Sea Trail.
L

Rancho Del Oso Horse Camp

Equestrian-focused campground located in the coastal section of Big Basin, featuring corrals and access to mountain trails.
M

Waterman Gap Trail Camp

Backpacking camp located at the junction of Highway 9 and the Skyline-to-the-Sea Trail, featuring primitive sites.
N

Lehi Park Recreation Camp

Private recreation area and campground located near Boulder Creek in the Santa Cruz Mountains.
O

Blooms Creek Campsite

Camping area in Big Basin Redwoods State Park, featuring sites nestled among Douglas firs and redwoods.
P

Jay Camp

Tent-only camping area located near the Big Basin Redwoods State Park headquarters and museum.
Q

Sempervirens Campground

Campground in Big Basin Redwoods State Park offering proximity to the Sempervirens Falls trail.
R

Sempervirens Campground

Campground in Big Basin Redwoods State Park offering proximity to the Sempervirens Falls trail.
S

Blooms Creek Campsite

Camping area in Big Basin Redwoods State Park, featuring sites nestled among Douglas firs and redwoods.
T

Blooms Creek Campsite

Camping area in Big Basin Redwoods State Park, featuring sites nestled among Douglas firs and redwoods.
U

Sunset State Beach

Coastal park featuring campsites protected by high sand dunes, offering access to three miles of shoreline.
V

Dunes Camp

Campground at Sunset State Beach featuring accessible sites and direct access to the beach boardwalk.
W

West Deer Pen Youth Camp

Group camping facility in Mount Madonna County Park designed for youth organizations.
X

Dirksen Grove

Group campsite located within Big Basin Redwoods State Park, surrounded by old-growth forest.
Y

Wastahi Campground

Walk-in only campground in Big Basin Redwoods State Park, offering a secluded forest experience.
Z

Manti Trail Camp

Primitive trail camp located within the backcountry of Big Basin Redwoods State Park.

Ruppel's Roost

Group camping area in Big Basin Redwoods State Park, situated in a forested setting.

Huckleberry Campground

Large camping area in Big Basin Redwoods State Park featuring tent sites and tent cabins.

Huckleberry Campground

Large camping area in Big Basin Redwoods State Park featuring tent sites and tent cabins.

Deer Meadow Group Campground

High-capacity site in Big Basin Redwoods State Park suitable for large group events.

Nephi Trail Camp

Backcountry hike-in site located along the trail network of Big Basin Redwoods State Park.

Main Camp

Primary camping area in Castle Rock State Park, serving as a base for rock climbers and hikers.

Castle Rock Trail Camp

Hike-in campground featuring 20 primitive sites, located 2.8 miles from the main parking area.

Frog Flat Camp

Remote hike-in campsite located deep within the trail system of Castle Rock State Park.

Sunset Trail Camp

Backpacking site in Big Basin Redwoods State Park, located approximately halfway along the Skyline-to-the-Sea Trail.

Tan Oak Campground

Shaded camping area in Mount Madonna County Park, featuring sites under redwood and tan oak canopies.

Bayview Youth Camp

Dedicated youth group campground in Mount Madonna County Park with views overlooking the Pajaro Valley.

Valley View 1

Campground in Mount Madonna County Park offering views of the Santa Clara Valley and proximity to the Henry Miller estate ruins.

Valley View 3

Higher-elevation loop in Mount Madonna County Park featuring sites suitable for trailers and RVs.

Sky Meadow Group Camp

Large group camping facility located in the upper elevations of Big Basin Redwoods State Park.

Lane-Sunset Trail Camp

Backcountry camp in Big Basin Redwoods State Park, often used by long-distance hikers.

Koinonia Conference Grounds

Christian conference center and camp located in the redwoods, featuring lodges, cabins, and high ropes courses.

Camp Loma (Future Farmers of America)

Community-focused campground and event venue located in the Santa Cruz Mountains.

West Ridge Trail Camp

Hike-in primitive campsite located within The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park.

Group Camp

Large-capacity coastal camping area located at Sunset State Beach for organized groups.

South Camp

Southernmost campground loop at Sunset State Beach, providing accessible facilities and beach access.
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