Best camping near Santa Monica

8 campgrounds · 8 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · 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
D
Dockweiler Beach RV
#1 Dockweiler Beach RV Prime
7.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 61°F· Mild day · high 69°F· No active weather warnings
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 91: live conditions (prime) · 380 things to do within 15 mi
91Elite
M
Musch Hike-In Camp
#2 Musch Hike-In Camp Prime
7.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 61°F· Mild day · high 69°F· No active weather warnings
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 91: live conditions (prime) · 274 things to do within 15 mi
91Elite
M
Musch Ranch Hike-In
#3 Musch Ranch Hike-In Prime
7.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 61°F· Mild day · high 69°F· No active weather warnings
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 91: live conditions (prime) · 274 things to do within 15 mi
91Elite
M
Malibu Creek Group Walk-In
#4 Malibu Creek Group Walk-In Prime
13.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Comfortable day · high 71°F· No active weather warnings
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 91: live conditions (prime) · 176 things to do within 15 mi
91Elite
M
Malibu Creek Family
#5 Malibu Creek Family Prime
13.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Comfortable day · high 71°F· No active weather warnings
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 91: live conditions (prime) · 176 things to do within 15 mi
91Elite
M
Malibu Creek - State Park
#6 Malibu Creek - State Park Prime
14.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Comfortable day · high 71°F· No active weather warnings
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 91: live conditions (prime) · 177 things to do within 15 mi
91Elite
C
Camp Summertime
#7 Camp Summertime Prime
19.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Comfortable day · high 71°F· No active weather warnings
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 91: live conditions (prime) · 145 things to do within 15 mi
91Elite
O
Orlando
#8 Orlando Good
19.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 63°F· Heat advisory· Light wildfire smoke · Light
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 86: live conditions (good) · 532 things to do within 15 mi
86Elite

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

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.

More camping in California