Must See California Places Off the Beaten Path
TL;DR: Embark on an off-the-beaten-path RV adventure in California, a state renowned for more than just its famous attractions. Explore lesser-known but captivating locations for a unique camping experience.
What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you picture California? Is it the Hollywood sign? Perhaps Napa Valley or San Francisco? Or is it the grid-locked traffic of the busy cities? As one of the largest states in the contiguous U.S., California is much more than meets the eye. In just over 163,000 square miles, one can find beaches, forests, deserts, mountains, eight national parks, 118 state parks, and so much more. With so many places to see and enjoy, it’s no wonder that RV camping in California is one of the most popular U.S. states for getting outside.Because there is so much to do here in California, finding quieter and more secluded places to camp is actually much easier than you would expect. Continue on for a full list of beautiful, off-the-beaten path places for you to visit on your next RV trip to California.
1. Monterey Bay
Our first stop brings us to Monterey Bay on the central coast of California. While this area attracts a fair amount of tourists, it's still much less busy than other locations along the coast. This charming area has something for almost everyone with its seemingly endless list of activities, which includes whale-watching, scenic drives, golfing , pristine beaches, and, of course, the famous Monterey Bay Aquarium.One of the first things that might come to mind with Monterey Bay is the iconic Fisherman’s Wharf. This historic pier was constructed in 1845 and is now a commercial restaurant and shopping district. While you’re visiting Monterey, we recommend you reserve a night’s stay at Bayonet Black Horse Golf Course. This high-end golf course and Harvest Host location is ranked #10 in the state and has four reservable spots to park your RV of any size. Be sure to upgrade your Harvest Host membership to include golf resorts before booking this site.
2. Town of Fort Bragg, CA
Continuing up the coast, you will stumble upon the beautiful town of Fort Bragg. This scenic getaway is best known for Glass Beach. What began as a popular place to dump garbage, has been turned back into something wonderful by nature. All the littered glass has been naturally formed into sea glass that is scattered across the beach. In addition to the famous Glass Beach, there are also several museums, a winery, and lots of outdoor activities. While visiting Fort Bragg, is an excellent place to park your rig and retire for the night. This campground offers an ocean view along with lots of other amenities.
