Best camping near Bear Valley
134 campgrounds · 134 ranked · updated 2026-07-25 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Bear Valley, 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 134 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Union East Campground
Prime
0.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 52°F· Comfortable day · high 76°F· No active weather warnings
Union East Campground is a picturesque camping area located in California. Situated in a beautiful natural setting, the campground offers a range of amenities to enhance the…
Why 100: 24 things to do within 15 mi
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#2
Union Reservoir East
Prime
0.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 52°F· Comfortable day · high 76°F· No active weather warnings
Union Reservoir East is a beautiful camping area located in California, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and lush forests. The campground is situated close…
Why 100: 24 things to do within 15 mi
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#3
Union West Campground
Prime
0.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 52°F· Comfortable day · high 76°F· No active weather warnings
Union West Campground is a wonderful camping area located in the beautiful state of California. This campground offers a range of amenities to make your camping experience…
Why 100: 24 things to do within 15 mi
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#4
Spicer Meadow
Prime
1.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 52°F· Comfortable day · high 76°F· No active weather warnings
Spicer Meadow camping area, located in California, offers a serene and picturesque camping experience. Nestled amidst nature, this campground provides a range of amenities to make…
Why 100: 26 things to do within 15 mi
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#5
Utica Reservoir Campgrounds
Prime
1.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 52°F· Comfortable day · high 76°F· No active weather warnings
Utica Reservoir Campgrounds is a picturesque camping area located in the state of California. The campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable stay for campers…
Why 100: 27 things to do within 15 mi
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#6
Spicer Reservoir Campground
Prime
1.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 52°F· Comfortable day · high 76°F· No active weather warnings
Spicer Reservoir Campground, located in California, is a picturesque camping area that offers a range of amenities for outdoor enthusiasts. Boasting stunning natural beauty, this…
Why 100: 27 things to do within 15 mi
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#7
Spicer Reservoir Group Campground
Prime
2.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 52°F· Comfortable day · high 76°F· No active weather warnings
Spicer Reservoir Group Campground is a picturesque camping area located in California. It offers a range of amenities to cater to campers' needs. The campground provides ample…
Why 100: 26 things to do within 15 mi
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#8
Stanislaus River
Prime
3.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 52°F· Comfortable day · high 76°F· No active weather warnings
Stanislaus River Camping Area, located in California, offers a great camping experience for outdoor enthusiasts. The campground provides several amenities to make visitors' stay…
Why 100: 27 things to do within 15 mi
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#9
Stanislaus River Campground
Prime
3.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 52°F· Comfortable day · high 76°F· No active weather warnings
Stanislaus River Campground is a picturesque camping area located in the state of California. Situated on the banks of the Stanislaus River, this campground offers a range of…
Why 100: 27 things to do within 15 mi
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#10
Lake Alpine
Prime
3.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 52°F· Comfortable day · high 76°F· No active weather warnings
Lake Alpine camping area is located in California and offers a range of amenities for campers to enjoy. The campground provides several amenities, including picnic tables, fire…
Why 100: 31 things to do within 15 mi
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#11
Lake Alpine Campground (West Shore)
Prime
3.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 52°F· Comfortable day · high 76°F· No active weather warnings
Lake Alpine Campground is a picturesque camping area located on the West Shore of Lake Alpine in the state of California. This campground offers a range of amenities to enhance…
Why 100: 31 things to do within 15 mi
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#12
Silver Valley
Prime
3.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 52°F· Comfortable day · high 76°F· No active weather warnings
Silver Valley camping area is a picturesque campground located in the state of California. Nestled amidst the stunning natural beauty of the region, the campground offers a range…
Why 100: 30 things to do within 15 mi
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#13
Silver Valley Campground
Prime
3.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 52°F· Comfortable day · high 76°F· No active weather warnings
Silver Valley Campground is a picturesque camping area located in California. This campground offers multiple amenities, making it a great destination for outdoor enthusiasts. It…
Why 100: 30 things to do within 15 mi
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#14
Backpacker's Walk-In Campground
Prime
3.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 52°F· Comfortable day · high 76°F· No active weather warnings
Backpacker's Walk-In Campground is a picturesque camping area located in California. Situated in a scenic setting, this campground offers a serene getaway for backpackers and…
Why 100: 30 things to do within 15 mi
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#15
Pine Marten
Prime
3.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 52°F· Comfortable day · high 76°F· No active weather warnings
Pine Marten camping area is a picturesque campsite located in California. This campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable camping experience. It provides…
Why 100: 30 things to do within 15 mi
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Camping near Bear Valley
The Bear Valley area has 134 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 Bear Valley
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.