If 2021 is the year you plan to explore RVing with your family, we’ve got the scoop for you. These Northern California RV parks have all of the awesome perks your family will love like bonfires, waterslides, gold panning and movie nights. You’ll want to book these RV campgrounds ASAP as we know this is going to be huge travel trend for 2021.
Lake Siskiyou Camp Resort | Mt. Shasta City, CA
You'll feel like you are back in your summer camp days when you visit Lake Siskiyou Resort. The resort has RV hookups along with cabins and campsites for those wanting to stay a few days. Spread out your beach towels on the sand and watch the kids play in the Splash Zone Waterpark. This inflatable wonderland has slides, trampoline and loads of other bouncy options that are sure to tire out the whole crew (parents included!). Kayaks and stand-up paddleboards are available for rent as well as party boats. Read more about what you can enjoy in Siskiyou County here.
Online: lakesiskiyouresort.com
Santa Cruz/Monterey Bay KOA | Watsonville, CA
If you have never brought the kids to a KOA for camping then you are in for a real treat. This spot near Manresa State Beach and the Santa Cruz Boardwalk offers RV spots, deluxe cabins and tent camping spot. It recently underwent a renovation of its activity park that includes an outdoor ping pong table, climbing statues, KOA jumping pillow and a new pool. Perhaps the best part of a KOA is that there are loads of activities for kids that are hosted by on-site counselors (translation: parents can relax). Read all about it here.
Online: koa.com/campgrounds/santa-cruz
WORTH THE DRIVE
Flying Flags Resort and Campground | Buellton, CA
Centrally located right off the 101 in California's Santa Ynez Valley, Flying Flags is the perfect spot for your next family road trip. In addition to RV spots and various glamping options, the resort has two pools, hot tubs, a splash park and a playground. Enjoy some time by the community campfire or play a game of pool or foosball to get out of the sun. There's loads of fun things to do in this part of California like wine tasting, visiting Solvang and getting to know some ostriches up close. Read all about it here.
Online: highwaywestvacations.com
Sequoia Campground & Lodge | Three Rivers, CA
This RV campground's location is ideal for quick access to the Sequoia National Park and Kings Canyon. You'll love RV camping here as you can go fishing on the riverfront, rafting on a hot day and BBQ what you catch. Sequoia Campground and Lodge is just five minutes from Lake Kaweah for boaters, water lovers and water sports enthusiasts. Day rentals are available at the marina.
Online: sequoiacampground.com
Jumbo Rocks Campground | Twentynine Palms, CA
We want to stay at this campground for the name alone! Located in the middle of Joshua Tree National Park, it is at a higher elevation than other campgrounds here (and therefore cooler temps). Boulder abound and the kids will love climbing on them. The campground allows RVs up to 32 feet. You'll definitely want to bring your telescope; this park is great for stargazing!
Online: nps.gov
—Kate Loweth
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