Best camping near Mendocino
24 campgrounds · 24 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Mendocino, 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 24 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Dunlap Campground
Prime
10.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 48°F· Comfortable day · high 80°F· No active weather warnings
Dunlap Campground is a scenic camping area located in California. Situated in a beautiful natural setting, this campground offers a range of amenities for visitors to enjoy. The…
Why 79: live conditions (prime) · 14 things to do within 15 mi
79Top-rated
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#2
Abandened Camp Site
Prime
12.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 53°F· Comfortable day · high 82°F· No active weather warnings
The Abandoned Camp Site is a serene camping area located in the beautiful state of California. Despite its name, the campground offers several amenities that make it an ideal spot…
Why 78: live conditions (prime) · 13 things to do within 15 mi
78Top-rated
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#3
Horse Camp Campground
Prime
11.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 48°F· Comfortable day · high 80°F· No active weather warnings
Horse Camp Campground is a scenic camping area located in California. This campground offers a range of amenities to enhance your camping experience. The campground provides clean…
Why 77: live conditions (prime) · 13 things to do within 15 mi
77Top-rated
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#4
Van Damme State Park
Prime
2.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 51°F· Mild day · high 59°F· No active weather warnings
Van Damme State Park is a beautiful camping area located in Mendocino County, California. This campground offers stunning views of the Pacific Ocean and is surrounded by lush…
Why 70: live conditions (prime) · 9 things to do within 15 mi
70Top-rated
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#5
Forks Camp Ground
Prime
13.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 48°F· Comfortable day · high 80°F· No active weather warnings
Forks Campground in California’s Sierra National Forest offers 30 established, first-come, first-served sites—no reservations or permits needed. Fees apply (around $32/night)…
Why 71: live conditions (prime) · 10 things to do within 15 mi
71Top-rated
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#6
Camp 8
Prime
8.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 51°F· Mild day · high 59°F· No active weather warnings
Camp 8 Camping Area in California is a serene and secluded campground nestled in the Angeles National Forest. With breathtaking views of the San Gabriel Mountains, it offers a…
Why 70: live conditions (prime) · 9 things to do within 15 mi
70Top-rated
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#7
Russian Gulch State Park Campground
Prime
3.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 51°F· Mild day · high 59°F· No active weather warnings
Located in the beautiful state of California, Russian Gulch State Park Campground offers a delightful camping experience for nature enthusiasts. This campground provides a range…
Why 68: live conditions (prime) · 8 things to do within 15 mi
68Top-rated
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#8
Albion River Campground
Prime
5.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 51°F· Mild day · high 59°F· No active weather warnings
The Albion River Campground is a picturesque camping area located in California. Situated in a beautiful natural setting, this campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a…
Why 68: live conditions (prime) · 8 things to do within 15 mi
68Top-rated
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#9
Jug Handle Creek Farm Campground
Prime
5.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 51°F· Mild day · high 59°F· No active weather warnings
Jug Handle Creek Farm Campground in Mendocino, California offers established campsites only—no dispersed camping. Reservations are recommended via Hipcamp; walk-ins possible if…
Why 68: live conditions (prime) · 8 things to do within 15 mi
68Top-rated
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#10
South Fork 1 Campground
Prime
6.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 51°F· Mild day · high 59°F· No active weather warnings
South Fork 1 Campground is a picturesque camping area located in California. This campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable stay for campers. Visitors can…
Why 68: live conditions (prime) · 8 things to do within 15 mi
68Top-rated
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#11
Roundhouse Campground
Prime
6.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 51°F· Mild day · high 59°F· No active weather warnings
Roundhouse Campground is a picturesque camping area located in California. The campground offers a range of amenities to provide a comfortable camping experience. With a beautiful…
Why 68: live conditions (prime) · 8 things to do within 15 mi
68Top-rated
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#12
Tin Can Campground
Prime
6.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 51°F· Mild day · high 59°F· No active weather warnings
Tin Can Campground is a rustic camping area located within the Angeles National Forest in southern California. The campground offers 34 first-come-first-served campsites, with…
Why 68: live conditions (prime) · 8 things to do within 15 mi
68Top-rated
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#13
South Fork 2 Campground
Prime
7.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 51°F· Mild day · high 59°F· No active weather warnings
South Fork 2 Campground is a tranquil camping area located in California. This campground offers a range of amenities to enhance the camping experience. Campers can enjoy access…
Why 68: live conditions (prime) · 8 things to do within 15 mi
68Top-rated
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#14
South Bend Campground
Prime
7.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 51°F· Mild day · high 59°F· No active weather warnings
South Bend Campground is located in the state of California and offers a wonderful camping experience surrounded by natural beauty. The campground provides various amenities to…
Why 68: live conditions (prime) · 8 things to do within 15 mi
68Top-rated
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#15
South Fork 3
Prime
7.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 51°F· Mild day · high 59°F· No active weather warnings
The South Fork 3 camping area is a picturesque campground located in California. Situated amidst nature's beauty, this campground offers a range of amenities for campers to enjoy…
Why 68: live conditions (prime) · 8 things to do within 15 mi
68Top-rated
Camping near Mendocino
The Mendocino area has 24 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 Mendocino
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.