San Francisco RV Resort

The Great Outdoors

There are some lovely parks worth visiting during your RV rental vacation near San Francisco, including San Bruno Mountain State and County Park. At the northern end of the Santa Cruz Mountain Range near the center of San Francisco, this park provides a welcome respite from the downtown area. The park covers over 2,000 acres of rocky terrain and features the 1,300-foot-tall San Bruno Mountain, which is a popular destination for hikers looking for panoramic views of the region. If you don't want to hike, you can take a scenic drive to the top and enjoy views of the surrounding islands and mountains. Bring a picnic with you and enjoy a bite to eat at one of the many picnic and grilling stations dotted around the park.Alternatively, you might want to stay close to sea level and explore one of San Francisco's sandy beaches. Pacifica State Beach is one of many popular beaches nearby, and this beach stretches for nearly 40 miles up the coast towards San Francisco. This crescent-shaped beach is popular for a variety of activities, including surfing, swimming, and jet skiing. Dog are welcome as long as you keep them on a leash, so feel free to bring your pup to splash around in the ocean. Endangered birds including western snowy plovers frequent this beach, so make sure you keep an eye out for these rare species.If you're looking to get out of the city for the day, drive south and experience the surrounding state parks and nature preserves. Butano State Park is about an hour's drive from your Pacifica, CA campground and features over 4,000 acres of oak forests, canyons, and creeks. It's a popular hiking destination with over 40 miles of trails that will take you past some of the scenic parts of the forest. During your stroll, you may see some of the park's wildlife, including newts, woodpeckers, and a variety of wildflowers. Dogs are permitted at this park, and your dog will love the sights and smells of these woodlands. There are also several picnic sites around the park, so bring along some food for a peaceful scenic lunch.

Exploring the City

When you camp in an RV near San Francisco, you'll have access to some wonderful excursions. If you're in the area, you should definitely stop by Fisherman's Wharf. This famous wharf offers some of the best sights in San Francisco, and features a plethora of fresh seafood restaurants, serving up some of the best fish in the country. As you stroll up and down the boardwalks, consider visiting the boardwalk theme park which is full of classic fairground rides and attractions. If you want to see San Francisco from the sea, you can book a boat tour that will take you around the harbor.If you're looking for a culturally enriching outing during your Pacifica campervan rental vacation, visit the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. This museum contains thousands of pieces of art from across the globe and is one of the best art galleries in California. Highlights from their collection include artwork by Frida Kahlo, Andy Warhol, and Edward Hopper.San Francisco campers might also enjoy visiting The Walt Disney Family Museum. This museum is dedicated to preserving the legacy of this world-famous filmmaker and cartoonist and contains artifacts and information about his life and family, including one-of-a-kind illustrations and personal objects. Any fan of Disney movies will love this unique and fascinating museum.