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CaliforniaCampsite Alerts

Free cancellation alerts for 8 national parks, 280+ state parks, and 18 national forests across California.

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National Parks
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State Parks
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National Forests
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How California Alerts Work

1

Select Your Campgrounds

Choose from thousands of campgrounds across California's national parks, state parks, and national forests.

2

Set Your Dates

Pick your preferred dates and arrival days. Monitor multiple date ranges to maximize your chances.

3

Get Instant Alerts

When a cancellation opens up a spot, you get an SMS, email, or push notification within seconds.

4

Book Directly

Click through to book on Recreation.gov, ReserveCalifornia, or the appropriate state park system.

California National Parks

Yosemite National Park
Joshua Tree National Park
Death Valley National Park
Redwood National Park
Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Park
Channel Islands National Park
Lassen Volcanic National Park
Pinnacles National Park

California Camping Regions

Northern CoastSierra NevadaCentral ValleySouthern CaliforniaMojave DesertRedwood Empire

Why Camp in California?

  • Year-round camping opportunities
  • Beach to mountain diversity
  • 8 National Parks
  • 280+ State Parks
  • 18 National Forests
  • World-class hiking trails

Popular California Camping Activities

HikingBeach CampingMountain BikingSurfingRock ClimbingFishingBackpacking

When to Camp in California

Best Months

April, May, June, September, October

Climate

Mediterranean to alpine, varies dramatically by region

Summer: 85°/55°FWinter: 65°/45°F

Popular California Park Alerts

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Be the first to know when campsites open up across California.

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