Best camping near San Rafael
41 campgrounds · 41 ranked · updated 2026-08-03 · off-season
Explore the best camping near San Rafael, 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 41 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Hike and Bike Campsites in Campground
Good
1.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 72°F
Hike and Bike Campsites in China Camp State Park offers 32 tent camping sites near San Rafael, California. The campground charges a fee for overnight stays and provides access to…
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#2
China Camp State Park
Good
1.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 72°F
China Camp State Park camping area in California features 30 primitive campsites, available on a first-come, first-served basis. The park boasts breathtaking views of the San…
Why 100: 421 things to do within 15 mi
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#3
Marin Park RV
Good
2.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 72°F
Marin Park RV Camping Area, located in California, offers a variety of amenities for campers. The campground provides full hook-up sites with water, electricity, and sewer…
Why 100: 678 things to do within 15 mi
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#4
Bootjack campground
Good
7.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 72°F
Bootjack Campground is located in the Sierra National Forest of California and offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and forests. The campground has 21…
Why 100: 526 things to do within 15 mi
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#5
Pantoll campground
Good
7.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 72°F
Pantoll Campground, located in the state of California, is a picturesque camping area nestled in the heart of Mount Tamalpais State Park. The campground offers a variety of…
Why 100: 543 things to do within 15 mi
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#6
Frank Valley Group Horse Campground
Good
8.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 72°F
Frank Valley Group Horse Campground is a group-only camping facility near San Rafael, California, designed for equestrian enthusiasts. Located in the San Francisco Bay Area…
Why 100: 602 things to do within 15 mi
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#7
Free campground
Good
8.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Mild day · high 63°F
Free Campground in California offers dispersed camping only—no established campsites—within a scenic, forested setting (often in national forests like Sierra or Inyo). No…
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#8
Haypress Campground
Good
8.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Mild day · high 63°F
Haypress Campground is a charming camping area located in the state of California. Nestled in a picturesque setting, this campground offers a range of amenities to enhance your…
Why 100: 698 things to do within 15 mi
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#9
Kayak Group Camp
Good
8.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Mild day · high 63°F
Kayak Group Camp is a tent-only campground located near Chinatown in California's East Bay area. Reservations are required for this group camping facility, which does not…
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#10
Kayak Group Camp - Pre Booking Required
Good
8.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Mild day · high 63°F
Kayak Group Camp – Pre Booking Required is a reservable, developed group camping area in California’s picturesque Lake Sonoma Recreation Area. Reservations and fees are required…
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#11
Site 10 - Pre Booking Required
Good
8.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Mild day · high 63°F
Site 10 is a popular camping area located in the state of California. This campground offers a range of amenities to enhance the camping experience. It provides well-maintained…
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#12
Site 10
Good
8.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Mild day · high 63°F
Site 10 is a tent-only campground located in the Chinatown area of California. Reservations are required for all visits. The site does not accommodate RVs or caravans. This…
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#13
East Bay Sites
Good
8.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Mild day · high 63°F
The East Bay camping area in California primarily offers established campgrounds like Anthony Chabot, Del Valle, and Sunol Regional Wilderness. Reservations are recommended…
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#14
Hawk Camp Campground
Good
8.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Mild day · high 63°F
Hawk Camp Campground is a scenic camping area located in the state of California. Situated amidst nature, this campground offers a variety of amenities to make your camping…
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#15
Ridge Sites
Good
8.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Mild day · high 63°F
Ridge Sites camping area in California offers a serene and picturesque camping experience. Situated in a beautiful natural setting, the campground provides various amenities to…
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Camping near San Rafael
The San Rafael area has 41 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 San Rafael
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.