Halloween is approaching quickly as the end of the fall season is right around the corner. But just because fall is coming to a close doesn’t mean your camping trips need to. On the central coast, the weather is more temperate—and beautiful—than in other parts of the country. This makes for enjoyable camping all year long. So, why not do a little RVing for Halloween? Bring your costumes and candy to make this spooky holiday a little more special.
Here are some central coast RV campgrounds and resorts to explore this fall:
Santa Cruz/ Monterey Bay KOA
This campground offers everything you need for a Halloween getaway. Monterey Bay is just a stone’s throw away from the area. This makes it a piece of cake to take a walk to the beach, or even book a spot with your RV to camp next to the waves.
This Halloween, they’re offering fun festivities every weekend for those at the campground. Their Halloween Spooktacular features:
- Pumpkin carving contests
- Site decorating contests
- Pumpkin patch party
- Live music
- Even a Headless Horseman
Join in the festivities with your children by dressing up and going Trick or Treating from RV to RV!
Recent Review: “Best Halloween ever! October sure is a fun month to book!” – Hollister Kidz Crew (Google Review)
San Benito RV & Camping Resort
This RV resort is the perfect place nestled in the woods near Monterey and is just perfect for the spooky Halloween season, though they are open year-round. Offering cabins and campsites for RVs, San Benito offers a wide variety of amenities for your camping experience such as WiFi, laundry areas, showers and bathroom facilities, a swimming pool, and even mini-golf!
The San Benito RV & Camping Resort is planning on celebrating not one, but two spooky holidays this October! They have a bonfire celebration planned on October 26th for Dia de Los Muertos, which is the Mexican holiday celebrating The Day of the Dead. The resort also has Trunk or Treating planned on Halloween day so kids can Trick or Treat while away from home for the holiday.
Recent Review: “The campground is surrounded by beautiful landscapes with wildlife. The staff is amazing and goes above and beyond to make your stay the best it can be. They are actively upgrading the lots and laundry facility will use an app to pay.” – Jeremy Cochensparger (Google Review)
Rancho Oso RV & Camping Resort
Rancho Oso is a little over half an hour away from the Californian coast and hosts some central coast RV campsites. This great resort offers activities year-round, such as the ability to watch herding dogs in action or watch young bulls being trained for rodeos. You can even go horseback riding! The resort offers rental cabins and RV spaces.
This Halloween season, Rancho Oso will be hosting pumpkin painting on October 26th as well as Trick or Treating, so make sure any kiddos pack their costume so they don’t miss out on any festive fun!
Recent Review: “I really enjoyed my 4 days in the Western cabin…it was clean and tidy, and conducive to curling up with a good book in the evenings! The horses were well looked after by guide, Torrey, who was so friendly and pleasant. The barn was “spit spot.” I would recommend this place to anyone looking for a retreat in the mountains.” – Margo Delvin (Google Review)
Camp Kernville
Camp Kernville may be located a couple of hours from the central coast of California, but that doesn’t stop it from hosting a myriad of activities, amenities, and water-related activities all year long! They have hiking, rafting, kayaking, and fishing.
Camp Kernville may not be located directly on the central coast, but they more than makeup for it with their Halloween Spirit. They host Halloweekend on October 22nd-24th and October 29th-31st. During these weekends, they turn the area into a spooky forest and host a very wide variety of spooky activities, including a campsite decorating contest where the winner receives a free weekend stay for the next Halloween!
Recent Review: “This is a beautiful camp, very clean and great staff they really want you to have a great camping experience 5 STARS” – Everett Brinson
Cava Robles RV Resort
Cava Robles is nestled in the heart of the Pasa Robles wine country. It offers a wonderful and relaxing way for you to get away during the remainder of fall and spend your time in quiet luxury just half an hour away from the central coast. You can take advantage of one of their central coast RV campsites. Cava Robles is a pet-friendly resort with great amenities to keep you busy, but if that’s not enough, the surrounding area offers a variety of ways to pass the time, such as vineyards, museums, and the beautiful coast for you to enjoy during your trip.
Recent Review: “Nice place, really good and clean facilities. Pools are excellent and a very family-oriented environment.” –
Where are You Headed Next?
Taking a trip on the central coast of California during the end of the fall season can lead you to beautiful sights and campgrounds you wouldn’t believe. Head out to experience all the fall season has to offer, including all of the fun Halloween activities. There are all sorts of campsites and resorts hosting great spooky activities like parties, and Trick or Treating. So, make sure you pack your most creative costume and go join the festivities at a California RV campsite!
