How much does camping cost at Coyote Lake - Harvey Bear Ranch?

Camping fees at Coyote Lake - Harvey Bear Ranch range from $41-$53/night. Prices may vary by site type (standard, hookup, premium) and season. Book online to see exact pricing for your dates.

Is Coyote Lake - Harvey Bear Ranch first-come first-served or reservation?

Coyote Lake - Harvey Bear Ranch accepts online reservations. We recommend booking in advance, especially during peak season (typically summer weekends). Use campsite alerts to get notified when spots become available.

Can I see photos of campsites at Coyote Lake - Harvey Bear Ranch before I book?

Yes! Coyote Lake - Harvey Bear Ranch has 2 campsite photos on Outdoorithm, contributed by campers who've stayed there. Browse real photos of individual sites to see what to expect before you reserve. You can also add your own photos after your trip to help the next family plan theirs.

What is the best time to visit Coyote Lake - Harvey Bear Ranch?

Coyote Lake - Harvey Bear Ranch is open March 1 - October 31. The best time to visit depends on your preferences—summer offers the warmest weather and most activities, while spring and fall provide fewer crowds and milder temperatures. Check current conditions before your trip.

Are there showers at Coyote Lake - Harvey Bear Ranch?

Yes, Coyote Lake - Harvey Bear Ranch has shower facilities available for campers. Check the amenities section for details on hours and any fees.

Is there cell service at Coyote Lake - Harvey Bear Ranch?

Cell phone service at Coyote Lake - Harvey Bear Ranch is generally available. Cell service is available. Coverage may vary by carrier and exact location within the campground.

How many campsites does Coyote Lake - Harvey Bear Ranch have?

Coyote Lake - Harvey Bear Ranch has 73 campsites. Sites vary in size, privacy, and amenities. Check availability online to find the best site for your needs.

Are dogs allowed at Coyote Lake - Harvey Bear Ranch?

Yes, pets are allowed at Coyote Lake - Harvey Bear Ranch. Dogs must typically be kept on a leash (usually 6 feet or shorter) and under control at all times. Be sure to clean up after your pet and check for any breed or size restrictions.

What amenities are available at Coyote Lake - Harvey Bear Ranch?

Coyote Lake - Harvey Bear Ranch offers: Restrooms, Showers, Potable Water, Dump Station, Electrical Hookups, Water Hookups, Sewer Hookups, Pets Allowed. See our detailed campground page for the full list of facilities and features.

What activities can I do at Coyote Lake - Harvey Bear Ranch?

Popular activities at Coyote Lake - Harvey Bear Ranch include Hiking, Fishing, Biking, Boating, Wildlife Viewing. The surrounding area offers plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities for all skill levels.

Coyote Lake - Harvey Bear Ranch

4.53

152 reviews

10840 Coyote Lake Rd, Gilroy, CA 95020

Top 11% in CASpring

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Summer Destination

Quick Facts

244 ft

Price

$41 - $53/night

Booking

Reservable

Sites

73 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Has Service

Pets

Pets Allowed

Full HookupsShowersWiFi

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Quick Facts

244 ft

Price

$41 - $53/night

Booking

Reservable

Sites

73 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Has Service

Pets

Pets Allowed

Full HookupsShowersWiFi

Book on Santa Clara County Parks Official Website

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Coyote Lake - Harvey Bear Ranch

$41.00 - $53.00 / night

Campsite Fees

Tent $41/night, RV $53/night (with water/electric hookups). Group sites $140-$365/night. 25% off-peak discount Nov 1 - Feb 28. Includes day-use...

Standard Site Fee$41.00

Hookup Site Fee$53.00

Group Site Fee$140.00

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10840 Coyote Lake Rd, Gilroy, CA 95020

Coyote Lake - Harvey Bear Ranch

10840 Coyote Lake Rd, Gilroy, CA 95020

Nearby places

Gilroy (short drive)

Nearby supplies

Gilroy (short drive) — nearest town for supplies and dining

Weather at Coyote Lake - Harvey Bear Ranch

Best Time to Camp at Coyote Lake - Harvey Bear Ranch

Spring offers the best combination of comfortable weather and scenery. Daytime highs usually range from the low 60s to mid-70s°F with cool nights in the 40s–50s°F. Trails are ideal for hiking, biking, wildlife viewing, and shore fishing. Reservoir levels are typically reasonable for boating. Summer gets very hot. Carry extra water and expect full sites on weekends. Fall delivers comfortable temperatures for hiking the hilly trails and fewer crowds. Weekend reservations fill quickly in any season.

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Spring(Mar-May)

4.5 / 5

Top 11% in CA

Spring offers comfortable temps and wildflower displays; reviewers cite it as best season.

Planning Tips

Peak Season: March 1 - October 31. Book 2-3 months ahead.
Operating Season: Year-round

About Coyote Lake - Harvey Bear Ranch

Coyote Lake - Harvey Bear Ranch sits in the Diablo Range foothills east of Gilroy, where 73 sites overlook a reservoir and rolling grassland at 244 feet elevation. The county park charges $41–$53 per night and offers full hookups at 18 sites, plus hot showers and flush toilets. Reviewers praise the clean facilities and plentiful wildlife, though summer heat and busy weekends are common tradeoffs.

A mix of tent sites, reservable RV sites (including water/electric sites) and designated group sites (some lakeview sites referenced).

Historical Significance

The park sits on land historically inhabited by the Mutsun Ohlone. Coyote Lake is a reservoir managed by the Santa Clara Valley Water District, created by damming Coyote Creek. The park combines water district land with county parkland for recreation and wildlife habitat.

Weather and SeasonsSpring offers the best combination of comfortable weather and scenery. Daytime highs usually range from the low 60s to mid-70s°F with cool nights in the 40s–50s°F. Trails are ideal for hiking, biking, wildlife viewing, and shore fishing. Reservoir levels are typically reasonable for boating. Summer gets very hot. Carry extra water and expect full sites on weekends. Fall delivers comfortable temperatures for hiking the hilly trails and fewer crowds. Weekend reservations fill quickly in any season.

Natural Features and SceneryThe campground sprawls across oak-studded hills above Coyote Lake, with valley overlooks and distant mountain ridges framing the water. Spring carpets the golden grassland with wildflowers in March and April. Wildlife is constant. Deer wander near sites, turkeys and wild boar forage the backcountry, and foxes, coyotes, bobcats, and hares appear along trails. Bird activity is high year-round. The lake level fluctuates with rainfall, occasionally limiting water access for boating.

Geological RegionDiablo Range foothills (oak-studded grasslands surrounding a reservoir)

Scenic ViewsCampers report lake views from many sites and valley/mountain overlooks on nearby trails; specific 'lakeview' campsites are noted along the shoreline.

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Check-in

2:00 PM

Check-out

12:00 PM

Stay Limit

Group sites: max 8 people (per site recommendations in sources)

Tents

Tents are allowed

RV vehicles

RV vehicles are allowed

Primitive

Primitive camping is not allowed

Reservable

Reservations are allowed

Reservation Platformsgooutsideandplay.org (UseDirect-based reservation system)

Total Campsites73 campsites

Best CampsitesSites 27, 56–59, 61–64, 66, 68, and 70–72 get frequent mentions. Site 27 has a fire ring, table, and food vault. The 56–72 cluster works well for groups up to eight people. Lakeview sites sit directly along the water. RV sites 10RV and 12RV offer pull-through access.

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Amenities available

Restrooms (flush and vault), on-site showers, potable drinking water, electric (30 amp) and water hookups at 18 sites, sanitary dump/sewer hookups, fire rings and food vaults, picnic tables, trash service, firewood available, ADA access noted, reservable sites, and on-site WiFi reported.

Showers

Potable water

Electricity hookups

Water hookups

Sewer hookups

WiFi

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RV details

Electric hookups38 of 150 sites (25%)

Activities you can enjoy

Lake- and trail-based recreation with hiking and biking on loop and shoreline trails, fishing in the lake, boating reported, and abundant wildlife viewing opportunities.

Hiking

Fishing

Biking

Boating

Wildlife viewing

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Policies & Safety

Hazards & AlertsWildlife hazards reported include wild boar/pigs, deer, coyotes, bobcat and other animals; visitors are advised to use food vaults to protect food from wildlife. High summer heat and low lake levels have also been reported; swimming/wading may be restricted at times.

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4.5

152 reviews

Top-Rated

Coyote Lake - Harvey Bear Ranch is top-rated, placing it in the top 15% of campgrounds based on reviews

Visitors praise scenic lake and hill views, clean facilities (restrooms and showers), plentiful wildlife, and good hiking and fishing. Common notes include hot summer conditions, busy weekends, variable lake levels, and occasional wildlife (wild boar) and cleanliness/lighting issues.

Review Summaries

Based on 152 reviews

What Campers Love

Scenic lake and mountain views; clean restrooms and showers; spacious tent and RV sites including lakeview options; abundant wildlife sightings; good hiking and fishing opportunities.

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Pro Tips & Recommendations

Bring plenty of water in summer; secure food in site food vaults (wild boar present); purchase or gather firewood before dusk; reserve sites in advance for weekends; consider smaller tents on group...

Based on 152 reviews

Camper Quotes

Beautiful park if you just want to picnic or hiking and fishing. | Plenty of nice and clean campsites with great views of the lake. | Make sure you get your fire wood before dusk!!!

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Coyote Lake - Harvey Bear Ranch

$41.00 - $53.00 / night

Campsite Fees

Tent $41/night, RV $53/night (with water/electric hookups). Group sites $140-$365/night. 25% off-peak discount Nov 1 - Feb 28. Includes day-use...

Standard Site Fee$41.00

Hookup Site Fee$53.00

Group Site Fee$140.00

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Spring hikers and bass fishers get the best of it: comfortable temps, the Martin Murphy loop and shoreline trails in good shape, and the lake at reasonable levels. Lakeview sites book fast, so reserve well ahead on gooutsideandplay.org.

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Summer weekends are hot, crowded, and the lake can be too low for boating. If you're sensitive to heat and can't snag a shaded lakeview site, July and August will disappoint.

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