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Atherton is a small affluent town in Northern California between the cities of San Jose and San Francisco. The town was first settled in 1866, back when it was still known as Fair Oaks. The name was later changed to honor Faxon Dean Atherton, a wealthy businessman who bought up much of the land in Atherton to build a massive estate.

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Outdoors Adventures

Part of the allure of getting an Atherton motorhome rental for your trip is the prospect of visiting several parks, forests, and beaches without worrying about transportation or finding a hotel to stay at. In fact, the entire area between Atherton and the coast is packed with every kind of park, nature preserve, and recreation area imaginable. Portola Redwoods State Park is a fine place to start your Atherton RV rental road trip, where you can hike beneath the majestic mighty redwoods. These towering iconic giants are an attraction on their own and are among the largest trees on the planet. There are plenty of streams and creeks to fish or canoe, 18 miles of hiking trails, and several campgrounds to house you when you rent an RV and need a place to stay. Big Basin Redwoods State Park is also known for its groves of redwood trees and immense open space. The park is attached to the West Waddell Creek State Wilderness, together forming a sizable wilderness area rife with wildlife and lush scenery. If you are lucky, you will see some of the hidden waterfalls within the park, or find a spring to bathe in.

RV Parks to Visit

There aren’t too many places to camp near Atherton, but savvy travelers can do a bit of research and find some suitable places to stay when they rent an RV. Trailer Villa RV Park is a place to stay nearby, with spacious sites and a location right off of the highway. Sequoia Trailer Park can accommodate both short- and long-term stays, with all the normal amenities you would come to expect in an RV park.

City Sightseeing

The city of Atherton is blessed with a wealth of attractions nearby, contributing to its reputation as a fabulous vacation destination. The San Mateo County History Museum offers visitors an insight into the local history, painting a detailed picture of how the local towns were settled and formed. The building it is housed in is arguably the best part, a true feat of architectural prowess. A lofty glass dome sits atop the building, with elegant Greek-style pillars adorning the front facade. The Computer History Museum pays homage to Silicon Valley and the importance of computers in day to day life. Lots of rare, old computer models are on display, telling the story of how these devices have shaped the world.

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Recent RV rental reviews in Atherton

Deborah L.

April, 2026

We had a great experience traveling in Wei’s van! It was comfortable, easy to drive, and had everything we needed. Wei was easy to coordinate with and answered all of our questions.
Bradley P.

April, 2026

Drives great, adaptive cruise control is helpful. Unlimited miles means no worries about distance. James answers all questions quickly before and during the rental.
Jules B.

March, 2026

My wife and I had an amazing time on our trip with Sid's van. The van was clean and very thoughtfully designed. It was easy to drive and had everything we needed to make our trip enjoyable. Sid was very communicative and professional. We would highly recommend renting this van and are looking forward to doing so again in the future.

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