San Mateo, California
Explore the best campgrounds, RV parks, and outdoor attractions in and around San Mateo — a Peninsula city between San Francisco and the coast known for its downtown, parks, and easy access to Half Moon Bay beaches, the Bay Area, and regional outdoor recreation.
Campgrounds Near San Mateo, California
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Why Camp Near San Mateo?
Top Attractions Near San Mateo
Things to Do Near San Mateo, California
Coyote Point Recreation Area is one of San Mateo's most varied outdoor destinations. The waterfront park supports picnicking, bicycling, jogging, fishing, boating, sailing, beach access, and walks along San Francisco Bay. Families can also visit the large Magic Mountain Playground and CuriOdyssey within the recreation area.
For a longer walk or bicycle ride, the Sawyer Camp segment of the Crystal Springs Regional Trail follows a paved route beside the Crystal Springs watershed. The trail is used by hikers, cyclists, joggers, and equestrians and provides a quieter Peninsula outing away from San Mateo's developed waterfront.
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RV Camping
Coyote Point Recreation Area offers seasonal RV camping within the park, keeping travelers close to San Mateo's Bay-front recreation.
Redwood Tent Camping
Memorial Park farther into San Mateo County offers family camping among old-growth redwoods.
RV-Friendly Redwood Camping
A limited number of campsites at Memorial Park can accommodate recreational vehicles, although the park does not provide RV hookups.
Group Camping
San Mateo County maintains reservable group camping facilities at several parks, including Huddart and Memorial Park. Campers should check current facility status before booking.
Plan a Trip to San Mateo, California
San Mateo lets campers choose between two very different experiences: the open shoreline of San Francisco Bay and the forested interior of the Peninsula.
Spend a day at Coyote Point, then use another morning for Sawyer Camp Trail or travel farther west into the county's redwood parks.
Coyote Point is the logical camping choice for RV travelers who want to remain close to San Mateo, while Memorial Park is better suited to campers seeking a traditional wooded setting.
Frequently Asked Questions
Coyote Point is one of the most comprehensive options because it combines Bay shoreline, trails, playgrounds, marina facilities, picnicking, and recreation.
Yes, but its overnight campground is specifically for RV camping and operates seasonally.
Memorial Park has established family campsites within a redwood forest.
No. The county states that there are no RV hookups at Memorial Park.
Yes. The Sawyer Camp segment is paved and used for walking, running, bicycling, and equestrian recreation.
Yes. San Mateo County specifically notes that there are no drinking fountains along the trail.
Nearby Locations
- Half Moon Bay, CA 13 miles
- Daly City, CA 16 miles
- San Francisco, CA 19 miles
- San Jose, CA 30 miles
- Berkeley, CA 31 miles
- Oakland, CA 32 miles
- Richmond, CA 35 miles
- Santa Cruz, CA 55 miles
- Napa, CA 64 miles
- Santa Rosa, CA 73 miles
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