San Francisco North / Petaluma KOA

The Great Outdoors

There are lots of gorgeous parks to explore when you rent a campervan near San Francisco North/Petaluma KOA. Olompali State Historic Park covers roughly 700 acres around Mt Burdell and is a hiker's paradise with many trails including a hike that takes you nine miles up to the precipice of the mountain, giving hikers panoramic views of the surrounding area. The historic Burdell Mansion makes for a great picnic spot, complete with gardens and farmland to explore. One of the best sights in the park is the "kitchen rock," a rock used by early settlers to grind down different seeds into grain, giving visitors an insight into how people used to prepare meals.Another nearby park worth visiting while camping at San Francisco North/Petaluma KOA is Samuel P Taylor State Park. This park is another wonderful hiking destination as it is composed of over 2,000 acres of famous California redwood trees. There are lots of hiking trails starting at roughly a mile in length, meaning there's a trail for everyone, and you can also hike to the top of Barnabe Peak, which provides some sublime views of the surrounding county. Samuel P Taylor State Park also offers a dog-friendly trail, the Cross Marin Trail Bike Path, so your canine friend can enjoy this beautiful forest with you.When you book an RV in Sonoma County, you won't be short on outdoor spaces to explore, and another beautiful park is the Wildcat Canyon Regional Park near Richmond. This park is made up of over 2,400 acres of rolling hills and ridges, giving visitors endless gorgeous views of the park. With over 25 miles of trails, you'll have plenty of room to roam, and the paved Nimitz Way is great for walking your dog or going on a bike ride. This park is also an ideal spot for nature watchers due to its plethora of animals and open spaces. Some of the animals you may spot include bobcats, king snakes, turkey vultures, and more.

Exploring the City

Having a motorhome rental near San Francisco can provide campers with endless activities and amazing experiences, including sea lion watching on Pier 39, dining in upscale restaurants in Union Square, and exploring the twists and turns of Lombard Street. One of the best and most famous attractions in San Francisco is Alcatraz Island. The infamous prison of Alcatraz has been closed since 1963 and now provides a haunting insight into the lives of prisoners during its operation. Tickets include a ferry ride to the island which gives you a beautiful view of the San Francisco skyline and a guided tour of the prison grounds.There are plenty of intriguing cultural experiences in San Francisco, with many museums, including the California Academy of Sciences. This museum is full of varied exhibits that are sure to please everyone. Spot penguins at the aquarium, stroll around the vibrant rain forest full of over 1,600 animals and plants, and even do some stargazing at the planetarium. There's also the Natural History Museum full of artifacts, gemstones, and fossils, with a T-rex skeleton to greet you as you enter.Another enriching cultural experience to consider when RV camping near San Francisco is the Museum of Modern Art. This gallery contains works by some of the best and most influential artists of the past decade and includes pieces by Georgia O'Keefe and Paul Kos, as well as temporary exhibits by big names such as Andy Warhol.