Best camping near Santa Monica

8 campgrounds · 8 ranked · updated 2026-07-12 · off-season

Explore the best camping near Santa Monica, 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 8 of 8 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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Malibu Creek Group Walk-In
#1 Malibu Creek Group Walk-In Good
13.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 61°F· Heat advisory· Comfortable day · high 78°F
Malibu Creek Group Walk-In camping area, located in the state of California, offers a serene and picturesque camping experience. With breathtaking views and a peaceful atmosphere…
Why 89: live conditions (good) · 176 things to do within 15 mi
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Malibu Creek Family
#2 Malibu Creek Family Good
13.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 61°F· Heat advisory· Comfortable day · high 78°F
Malibu Creek Family camping area is located in the picturesque Malibu Creek State Park in California. The campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable camping…
Why 89: live conditions (good) · 176 things to do within 15 mi
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Malibu Creek - State Park
#3 Malibu Creek - State Park Good
14.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 61°F· Heat advisory· Comfortable day · high 78°F
Malibu Creek State Park is a picturesque camping area located in California. This park offers various amenities for campers, making it an ideal destination for outdoor…
Why 89: live conditions (good) · 177 things to do within 15 mi
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Musch Hike-In Camp
#4 Musch Hike-In Camp Good
7.8 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Heat advisory· Comfortable day · high 76°F
Musch Hike-In Camp is a remote camping area situated in the beautiful state of California. Nestled among the stunning wilderness, this campground offers a tranquil retreat for…
Why 87: live conditions (good) · 275 things to do within 15 mi
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Musch Ranch Hike-In
#5 Musch Ranch Hike-In Good
7.8 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Heat advisory· Comfortable day · high 76°F
Musch Ranch Hike-In camping area is a scenic and picturesque camping spot located in the state of California. Nestled amidst the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape, this…
Why 87: live conditions (good) · 275 things to do within 15 mi
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Camp Summertime
#6 Camp Summertime Good
19.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 61°F· Heat advisory· Comfortable day · high 78°F
The Summertime Campground in California offers stunning views of the Sierra Nevada Mountains and is surrounded by lush forests. There are many nearby activities, including hiking…
Why 89: live conditions (good) · 145 things to do within 15 mi
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Dockweiler Beach RV
#7 Dockweiler Beach RV Good
7.0 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Beach Hazards Statement· Heat advisory
Dockweiler Beach RV Camping Area is a popular campground located in the state of California. Situated along the coast in Los Angeles County, this campground offers a range of…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 381 things to do within 15 mi
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Orlando
#8 Orlando Fair
19.3 mi away
· Warm night · low 70°F· Heat advisory· Heat advisory
Located in the state of California, Orlando Camping Area offers a picturesque and convenient camping experience. This campground provides a range of amenities to make visitors'…
Why 82: live conditions (fair) · 533 things to do within 15 mi
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Camping near Santa Monica

The Santa Monica area has 8 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 Santa Monica

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