You must have heard the saying “West Coast is the best coast!”. Even if you weren’t born in the western states, you cannot deny the fact that the West coast has legendary sites and destinations for the perfect road trip. It is a vast and diverse reserve of breathtaking spots and iconic routes. 

There are many ways to make these road trips along the west coast. But when it comes to convenience and comfort, it is almost impossible to come close to an RV. Campgrounds can indeed get crowded and it is always preferable to make bookings before you start your trip. But it is surely much easier than booking numerous hotel rooms and wasting half the time packing and unpacking your luggage. You are always assured of having a roof above your head every night, and you can enjoy the luxury of using a private bathroom.

Every traveler has their own set of rules when it comes to planning for the trip. Some make a rigid plan while some make a flexible one. And then some barely plan anything and take things as they come along. We recommend the slightly flexible version where you can make reservations for the nights you plan to spend in popular and busy destinations while keeping some nights unreserved so that you can choose a spot accordingly to what you fancy that night. 

Decide on your timeframe and be realistic about what you can fit into that time frame. The American West is so big that it can take months at a time to cover some of the individual destinations. So it is best to customize your trip according to your time and budget. Choose the number of destinations you wish to cover wisely so that you don’t feel exhausted trying to cover it all and see everything. 

There are countless destinations to consider, which makes the planning process quite lengthy and cumbersome. We’ve tried to put together a list of places to visit on the west coast so it can speed up your planning to some extent. You can also consult some road trip guides and detailed maps to narrow down on the places you want to cover during the trip.

The drive along the west coastline is an experience in itself with stunning views of redwood forests on one side and mesmerizing cliffs and beaches on the other side. The trip in an RV gives you the chance to stop at your leisure and explore as much as you feel like. We are going to start with Washington and wind down south to California via Oregon. This list is not very comprehensive, but you will surely find some magical destinations here.

RV Camping in Washington

Olympic National Park, WA

The National park is vast, encompassing almost 1500 square miles of snow-capped mountains, temperate rain forests, stunning cliffs, and sunny beaches. It is one of the rare places of Earth where you can start your day trekking through mountains and end it on the coastline. There are numerous campgrounds in the park, but some are worth staying at. Only a couple of them takes summer reservations.

Mossyrock Park, WA

Mossyrock Park is located on the south-west corner of Riffe Lake and is a paradise for anglers. Both Riffe Lake and the nearby Swofford pond provide amazing fishing options. Cowlitz wildlife area, which is located on the north side of the lake is a great place to spot wildlife, especially bald eagles and ospreys. There are two great camping grounds near Riffe lake.

RV Camping in Oregon    

Next, your GPS will have you traveling through the great state of Oregon! The good people at Silver Spur RV Park & Resort have made this part of the article easy for us, as they have already compiled an exciting list of their top Oregon RV camping destinations. In this article you’ll find a few camping destinations that are worthy to be included in your itinerary. We are going to mention the two that we feel should not be missed out on the Pacific road trail. 

Crater Lake National Park, OR

Crater lake is an awe-inspiring lake formed in the crater of a dead volcano. The clear blue waters of the lake are a vista to behold and often move people to tears. There is only one camping ground for RVs and reservations can be limited, so make sure you arrive early. 

Nehalem Bay State Park, OR 

This Oregon coast side can certainly give a lot of Californian beaches a run for their money. The state park is situated between the ocean and Nehalem bay and has over four miles of white sand beaches and rolling dunes. There are spots and creeks which are famous for hunting agates. Just beside the beach there’s a two-mile stretch of dense forest where you can spot elks, deers, coyotes, and numerous types of birds. Nehalem bay has over 265 fully equipped site camping sites.

RV Camping in California

California can certainly boast of destinations that are worth visiting a few times. Here are a few you should consider visiting on your trip.

Monterey Bay, CA

Monterey Bay is a paradise for scuba diving and snorkeling. The bay has a massive shoreline of almost 300 miles and covers more than 6000 square miles of ocean. The area has a unique Monterey Bay Aquarium along with numerous restaurants, wine rooms, and boutiques. There are many privately owned campgrounds right next to the oceanfront.

Eureka, CA

This foggy little town is the prime seat of Humboldt County with elegant Victorian houses and a walk down the coast with views of the boulder-strewn seaside. Eureka can be considered as a gateway to Redwoods National and State parks and has a few privately owned campgrounds to choose from. 

If you are thinking of a short detour inland, you can also consider the Redwoods National and State parks, the Joshua tree National park, and the world-famous Yosemite National park. 

America’s West Coast is a scenic trail, and traveling in an RV enables you to enjoy the places at your leisurely pace with enough room for you and your gear.