Best camping near Arcata

6 campgrounds · 6 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season

Explore the best camping near Arcata, 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 6 of 6 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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Redwood Acres Fairgrounds
#1 Redwood Acres Fairgrounds Prime
6.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 53°F· Mild day · high 59°F· No active weather warnings
Located in the state of California, the Redwood Acres Fairgrounds camping area offers a delightful camping experience for outdoor enthusiasts. This campground provides various…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 47 things to do within 15 mi
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Clam Beach County Park
#2 Clam Beach County Park Prime
9.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 48°F· Comfortable day · high 72°F· No active weather warnings
Clam Beach County Park offers stunning ocean views and nearby activities such as hiking, fishing, and beachcombing. The campground amenities include fire rings, picnic tables, and…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 32 things to do within 15 mi
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Samoa Boat Ramp County RV Park
#3 Samoa Boat Ramp County RV Park Prime
9.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 53°F· Mild day · high 59°F· No active weather warnings
Samoa Boat Ramp County RV Park is a picturesque camping area located in Samoa, California. The campground offers a range of amenities to enhance the camping experience. There are…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 46 things to do within 15 mi
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Patricks Point State Park
#4 Patricks Point State Park Prime
19.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 54°F· Mild day · high 55°F· No active weather warnings
Patrick's Point State Park is a picturesque camping area located in the state of California. The campground offers a variety of amenities to make the camping experience enjoyable…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 24 things to do within 15 mi
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Lookout Rock Camp Site
#5 Lookout Rock Camp Site Prime
19.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 54°F· Mild day · high 55°F· No active weather warnings
Lookout Rock Campsite is a first-come, first-served camping area located in the San Bernardino Mountains of Southern California. The campsite features stunning views of the…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 24 things to do within 15 mi
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Lookout Rock Group Campground
#6 Lookout Rock Group Campground Prime
19.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 54°F· Mild day · high 55°F· No active weather warnings
Lookout Rock Group Campground in California is a peaceful camping area that offers stunning scenery of the surrounding mountains and forests. It is located near the town of Forest…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 24 things to do within 15 mi
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Camping near Arcata

The Arcata area has 6 campgrounds on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

How we rank the best camping near Arcata

How are these campgrounds ranked?

Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.

How often does it update?

Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.

What do the numbers on the map mean?

Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.

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