Tent at Morgan Territory with view of Mount Diablo

Camping

The Reservations Department often experiences very high call volumes with extended wait times. If the call center has reached the maximum number of calls or you encounter a busy signal, please try your call again at a later time. We work through calls as quickly as possible, and we appreciate your patience and look forward to helping you.

Camping Reservations

East Bay Regional Park District offers a wide variety of camping options including family camping, group camping, backpacking, and equestrian camping across Alameda and Contra Costa Counties.  The District Map (PDF) shows the locations of camping sites.

Important Updates: 

  • Group and backpack campsites are released in 2 Six-month block release windows. On “opening dates”, reservations are taken by phone only. Maximum 2 reservations per call. 

    • For reservations with arrival dates between January 6 – June 30, 2024, sites are released on Wednesday, January 3, 2024.  
    • For reservations with arrival dates between July 1 – December 31, 2024, sites are released on Wednesday, May 1, 2024.  
  • Family campsites, including tent sites, full-hookup sites, and cabins, are released on a rolling 12-week window. Reservations can be made here: www.reserveamerica.com or by calling the EBRPD Reservations Department.

  • Please review the Seasonal and Site Closure List (PDF) before calling to inquire.  

  • Reservations Department: 1-888-327-2757, option 2 (9:00 am – 4:00 pm, Pacific Time; Closed weekends and holidays). Canadian residents call 510-544-2707.

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