Best camping near Aptos

42 campgrounds · 42 ranked · updated 2026-08-03 · off-season

Explore the best camping near Aptos, California — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.

Showing the top 15 of 42 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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Seacliff Center RV Park
#1 Seacliff Center RV Park Good
3.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 59°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 83°F
Seacliff Center RV Park is an RV park located near Live Oak in coastal California. The facility offers wireless internet access for guests. The park is situated in the Monterey…
Why 100: 172 things to do within 15 mi
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West Ridge Trail Camp
#2 West Ridge Trail Camp Good
3.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 59°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 83°F
West Ridge Trail Camp is a picturesque camping area located in California. It offers a range of amenities to make camper's stay comfortable and enjoyable. The campground provides…
Why 100: 261 things to do within 15 mi
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Seacliff State Beach
#3 Seacliff State Beach Good
3.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 59°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 83°F
Seacliff State Beach is a popular camping area located in the state of California. With its stunning views of the Pacific Ocean, this campground offers a memorable camping…
Why 100: 171 things to do within 15 mi
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Hike and Biket Campsite
#4 Hike and Biket Campsite Good
3.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 59°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 83°F
I don't have reliable information about the specific amenities, site count, fees, or camping type (tent/RV/backcountry) for this campground in the Live Oak, California area…
Why 100: 169 things to do within 15 mi
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New Brighton State Beach
#5 New Brighton State Beach Good
3.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 59°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 83°F
New Brighton State Beach camping area, located in California, offers a picturesque camping experience with a variety of amenities. The campground provides picnic areas, fire…
Why 100: 169 things to do within 15 mi
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Carriage Acres Mobile Home Park
#6 Carriage Acres Mobile Home Park Good
4.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 59°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 83°F
Carriage Acres Mobile Home Park is an RV park located near Live Oak in Santa Clara County, California. The facility accommodates recreational vehicles in a residential setting in…
Why 100: 165 things to do within 15 mi
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Camp St. Francis
#7 Camp St. Francis Good
4.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 53°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 85°F
Camp St. Francis is a first-come-first-served campground located in the Sierra National Forest in California. The surrounding views are of the stunning forest and the nearby San…
Why 100: 195 things to do within 15 mi
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Camp Loma (Future Farmers of America)
#8 Camp Loma (Future Farmers of America) Good
5.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 53°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 85°F
Camp Loma Future Farmers of America camping area is located in California and offers stunning views of the surrounding area. It is a first-come-first-serve campground with 10…
Why 100: 307 things to do within 15 mi
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KOA Santa Cruz / Monterey
#9 KOA Santa Cruz / Monterey Good
6.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 53°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 85°F
KOA Santa Cruz / Monterey in California offers established campsites only—no dispersed camping. Reservations are required, and fees vary by site type. Campground amenities include…
Why 100: 189 things to do within 15 mi
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Manresa State Beach
#10 Manresa State Beach Good
6.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 53°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 85°F
Manresa State Beach, located in California, offers a wonderful camping experience for outdoor enthusiasts. This beautiful campground provides a range of amenities to enhance the…
Why 100: 187 things to do within 15 mi
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Santa Cruz Port District
#11 Santa Cruz Port District Good
7.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 59°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 83°F
Santa Cruz Port District camping area, located in Santa Cruz, California, offers a variety of amenities to campers. The campground provides facilities such as restrooms, showers…
Why 100: 154 things to do within 15 mi
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Uvas Canyon County Park
#12 Uvas Canyon County Park Good
7.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 53°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 85°F
Uvas Canyon County Park Camping Area is a beautiful and serene destination located in California. The campsite is surrounded by lush greenery, towering trees, and picturesque…
Why 100: 286 things to do within 15 mi
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Pinto Lake Park
#13 Pinto Lake Park Good
7.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 53°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 85°F
Pinto Lake Park is a popular camping area located in California. This campground offers a variety of amenities to enhance the camping experience. With its serene lakefront…
Why 100: 190 things to do within 15 mi
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Sunset State Beach
#14 Sunset State Beach Good
8.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 53°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 85°F
Sunset State Beach camping area, located in California, offers visitors a tranquil camping experience with stunning ocean views. The campground provides various amenities to…
Why 100: 183 things to do within 15 mi
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Dunes Camp
#15 Dunes Camp Good
8.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 53°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 85°F
Dunes Camp is a popular camping area located in California and offers a range of amenities to enhance the camping experience. The campground provides basic facilities such as…
Why 100: 183 things to do within 15 mi
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Camping near Aptos

The Aptos area has 42 campgrounds on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

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