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Putah Canyon Campground- Napa, CA (BOR)
Notice
Fire restrictions are currently in effect that prohibit charcoal fires, wood-burning camp stoves, and charcoal grills. Only gas or propane stoves are permitted.
Jun 3, 2026 – Oct 1, 2026
Overview
Located in beautiful Napa County, Putah Canyon Campground is approximately 1/2 mile north of Pope Canyon Road, on Berryessa Knoxville Road, Napa, CA. It takes about 45 minutes from both Winters and Napa. Perfect for a quick getaway.
Recreation
- Boating
- Fishing
- Swimming
- Stand-up Paddleboarding (SUPs)
- Kayaking
Natural Features
Putah Canyon Campground is located on the Northwestern shore of Lake Berryessa in Napa County, a resorvior created by the United States Bureau of Reclamation in 1957. The lake has 165 miles of shoreline and some of the best lake fishing in the state. Three quarters of the campsites at Putah Canyon are waterfront sites, giving campers the option to moor their watercraft below their site and enjoy easy lake access.
Contact Info
This location is staffed. Please call (707) 966-9051 to speak with local staff.Charges & Cancellations
- There is a $10 cancellation fee when you cancel within the 4-day window prior to the start of your reservation
- If you cancel after the start of your reservation, you will be charged a $10 cancellation fee + the first nights camping fees
- Requested changes to reservations dates cannot be guaranteed
Camp site features
Across 160 camp sites:
- Pets allowed: all 160 sites
- Group sites: 1 of 160 sites
- Largest party: 8 people
Fees
Additional Fees:
* After the first 2 people, there is a $5/person per night (Tent Sites: 4 people max; RV Sites: 8 people max)
* Pet Fee: $5/night per pet
* Extra Vehicles: $10/night per vehicle
* Boat Launch Fee (while camping): $10/day
* Boat Launch Fee (non-camping): $30/day
* RV Dump Station: $25
Stay Limit
Check in from 1 PM, check out by 12 PM.
Reviews
Ratings (91)
5 stars
48
4 stars
15
3 stars
12
2 stars
12
1 stars
4
Esperanza O
Loop:Putah
Site:035
Reviewed 6 days ago
Every year the staff is very nice to us. We took like 12 of our kids n nephews to the camp. We did have a rattle snake near by but it’s part of the habitat. We only wish the grass near the camps be more chopped down to remove habitat for rattle snakes. Every staff is always busy cleaning even tiny trash from the ground and always helping out people that are camping. We’re back every year 🙏🏽
Annie V
Loop:Putah
Site:150
Reviewed 6 days ago
The campsite is amazing. The enforcement of quiet time is nonexistent. There were multiple groups partying loudly with music on speakers until 3 am, which made it impossible to sleep, especially with sound carrying on the water. During the day, security drives by every hour but it was nowhere to be found at night. We ended up leaving a day early because the noise made it very family unfriendly.
Pamela R
Loop:Putah
Site:006
Reviewed 7 days ago
Location on the lake was great. Porto- potty’s spread out. Spot had a lotta trash & cigarette butts.
Heather H
Loop:Putah
Site:111
Reviewed 8 days ago
Wish there was more shade for all places it gets extremely hot even with canopies.
Anthony M
Loop:Putah
Site:063
Reviewed 14 days ago
Campsite were way to close to each other, No showers and the bathroom we’re disgusting I can still smell them
Sandy I
Loop:Putah
Site:096
Reviewed 21 days ago
Great spot on the point!! Nice employees. We boat & jet ski so the lake is Wonderful for these events. Beautiful quite
fingers to relax & float in. Water is so nice!!
Sandy I
Loop:Putah
Site:097
Reviewed 21 days ago
Fun spot!! Great employees!!
When we arrived camp spots were not cleaned from previous campers, we found a knife on table & some trash.
The entire time we were there we never saw anyone come & clean campsites. This really needs to be done to
prevent a dangerous thing from happening. The ropes at the end of the point (to beware of a drop off) are very weak,
something better needs to be put up before an accident happens. Doesn't seem like the state of California is putting
very much effort into this campground. We do pay money for this campsite, it is not free!!
Mike M
Loop:Putah
Site:014
Reviewed 22 days ago
We had booked a site on the Putah creek side which we did not know was on a very steep hill and access to the lake was overgrown with weeds and star thistle. My wife had knee surgery and getting to the water was going to be a challenge so we asked the staff if there is another site available and they moved us to an overflow parking site next to the ramp. They brought a picnic table over and checked on us a few times to make sure we were comfortable which we were. Thanks again!
Ian B
Loop:Putah
Site:007
Reviewed a month ago
Staff was friendly and enthusiastic. Views were majestic.
Connie K
Loop:Putah
Site:066
Reviewed a month ago
60's sites are large, our 35' fifth wheel fit perfect! Just make sure you have all your supplies, no stores close by.
Bill M
Loop:Putah
Site:088
Reviewed a month ago
The view from site 88 is totally blocked by the Oleander bushes. We had to prune them so the dog wouldn't eat them. I suggest they remove them since they are not indigenous to the area. Other than that the site had ample space for all of my tents and canopies.
The staff is great and deserves a round of applause. It was a busy weekend and they were able to keep the porta-potties clean throughout the day with a smile on their face.
I camp here about once a year and always enjoy my stay, this time it was tainted because of the Oleander. But I will be back, just not in that spot.
Mike C
Loop:Putah
Site:129
Reviewed a month ago
Have been their twice this year and the bathrooms are absolutely disgusting, the porta pottys are always full and the permanent toilets are never clean!
Julio N
Loop:Putah
Site:151
Reviewed a month ago
Amazing spot with shade and close to the lake.
If you dont mind the day people and people constantly launching there vessels is also greats
Bathrooms on the other hand 👎
patricia v
Loop:Putah
Site:124
Reviewed a month ago
fast check in. The gal in the little store is super nice. especially when we brought our 5 grandkids (under 3) in to get ice cream
Alena b
Loop:Putah
Site:007
Reviewed a month ago
The guest service agent that was there was so nice and my experience was so lovely. I absolutely enjoyed my time there.
Amy W
Loop:Putah
Site:160
Reviewed a month ago
The campgrounds and site were great. However, the porta-potties and vault toilets were filled to almost overflowing; if it had been hot they’d be reeking. As it was, I almost didn’t use them. Fortunately I was staying only one night.
Pam W
Loop:Putah
Site:075
Reviewed 2 months ago
Good times, good access, employees very nice, helpful would go back and have been
Darren G
Loop:Putah
Site:081
Reviewed 2 months ago
Were we camped the area was full from the lake which was no problem. We had. A lot of people during the day. Thinking it was day use. Which it wasn't so had to deal with the loud music
Katherine l
Loop:Putah
Site:012
Reviewed 2 months ago
Camp host was so very nice! I was there in the middle of the week so it was very quiet. Nice shade tree, beautiful view of the lake. Just what I needed! #12
Joseph M
Loop:Putah
Site:002
Reviewed 3 months ago
Very helpful very organized well-maintained campgrounds
Ricardo M
Loop:Putah
Site:010
Reviewed 6 months ago
Love visiting Lake Berryessa, Putah canyon campgrounds is a must during hot summer months. My wife and I enjoy getting a couple campsites with friends and spend the days on the water kayaking or fishing. If you enjoy less noise go during the week. Sometimes we go midweek and have the lake pretty much to ourselves.
Reno G
Loop:Putah
Site:043
Reviewed 7 months ago
This side of putah creek is parking on the side of the road. the sites were blocked in from the water by a fence, and there was very little space. not great.
Anthony B
Loop:Putah
Site:087
Reviewed 7 months ago
Exactly what I wanted, had fun got to park my boat right next to the waterfront
Sandy I
Loop:Putah
Site:102
Reviewed 10 months ago
It's Quite. Nice staff!! Helpful!!
Horrible problem with squirrels & racoons. They are Invading!! They were pretty destructive with some of our belongings.
Walls eroding, potential hazard!! Dangerous areas!!
Beautiful Lake!!
Aaron S
Loop:Putah
Site:089
Reviewed 10 months ago
Great campground. Lots of space and some great sites by the water.
Only cons in my opinion are portable toilets, though they were well serviced. It got a bit loud at some times with other campers but people did respect quiet hours.
Ekaterina M
Loop:Putah
Site:158
Reviewed 10 months ago
Amazing campground with perfect place to swim for kids!
Elvira M
Loop:Putah
Site:080
Reviewed 10 months ago
since I was 3 years old I would come camping here every year. I have so many good memories with my family.. I get to show my kids some of the things I did with my family when I was young. It’s a great way to spend time with family with no distractions bing able to disconnect from the outside world and feeling free .
jack E
Loop:Putah
Site:015
Reviewed 10 months ago
BRING POP UPS/ Shade coverage!
These campsites are tight and there aren’t a lot of trees for coverage. The lake is great but tents and campers will get hot af. Lake is great except the shoreline is mud so prepare for that. It’s basically clay and will stain and is sticky. Great temperature though for the lack of trees.
There is a store for ice and the basics but nothing too crazy. Windy roads like fort Bragg.
Cassidy J
Loop:Putah
Site:010
Reviewed a year ago
The staff was friendly, the water warm and clean, and I was able to find shade under some trees at my spot. Definitely bring a sun shade though because it is brutal during the day. The porta potties were clean for the most part, there was available water nearby. Definitely coming back soon!
Susan L
Loop:Putah
Site:031
Reviewed a year ago
Great place! People are super cool. Campground, boat launch, campstove loaners! Forgot our bbq. They have a handful of campstove's they'll loan out to campers, who somehow forget to bring the bbq and campstove! That saved the day! The smaller campsite area, has it's own launch! No crowds here! AND... being able to beach the boat overnight, just steps from our campsite was awesome!! Our favorite place to stay at the lake!
Kristin Z
Loop:Putah
Site:043
Reviewed a year ago
spots are right on a "road" and a little expensive for an 8ft by 8 ft space port o potties can be emptied more regularly as well
Maria S
Loop:Putah
Site:086
Reviewed a year ago
One thing I did not like was bathrooms, maybe if you clean them up a little bit more often. Other than that we had a great time.
Thank you
Loren B
Loop:Putah
Site:121
Reviewed a year ago
Excellent camping spot with many sites right on the water.
Deyanira E
Loop:Putah
Site:026
Reviewed a year ago
We love camping here. The bathrooms even though they are port a potties they are super clean! Staff drive around to make sure that there is toilet paper. We stayed at campsite 26 & 27 near bathrooms and water spot. We just love camping here !
David S
Loop:Putah
Site:008
Reviewed a year ago
Noise persisted well after 10 P.M., and the facilities are underwhelming. But the staff were great, and very accommodating.
Richard H
Loop:Putah
Site:047
Reviewed a year ago
Excellent facility. Staff was very friendly and the campgrounds are clean. The area is patrolled regulary by staff and the police. I would highly recommend staying here.
Joseph R
Loop:Putah
Site:095
Reviewed a year ago
We had an incredible time at Putah Creek resort. The staff was responsive, helpful and friendly. Can’t wait to go back this coming fall!
Daniel h
Loop:Putah
Site:117
Reviewed a year ago
I know we are in nature and there are going to be animals and little critters but there is a difference between nature and infestation. That was unbearable dealing with so many ground squirrels invading our sites. The photos of the sites should be updated. the sites we rented looked well shaded in the photo but when we got there it was a different story sun all day on 118. We ended up leaving early then expected due to conditions
Genessee T
Loop:Putah
Site:001
Reviewed a year ago
A fairly busy, family positive campground. Lots of big groups and quiet hours aren’t really enforced (had other camps playing loud music and setting off airhorns at 11pm/12am and others starting volleyball games at literally 5am). The lake is beautiful and the campsites are good sized and well maintained. Port-a-potties only, but they’re clean and well kept. Dog friendly and friendly people overall.
Mahboob K
Loop:Putah
Site:045
Reviewed a year ago
I wish I could use my small barbecue grill that I took with me. However, I understand because of the extreme heat, this was prevented.
Corey G
Loop:Putah
Site:010
Reviewed a year ago
The ground squirrels are out of control and cause damage to camping areas and personal property.
Kimberly G
Loop:Putah
Site:032
Reviewed a year ago
Awesome experience. We had a group of 15 and had a wonderful time. I arrived and was requesting specific sites. These sites were not available and I offered an alternative. It was amazing we were waterfront with some shade and flat space. The staff were especially accommodating to all of our requests and made our travels a great experience. This place is amazing, friendly, clean. Cant wait to return:)
Thomas H
Loop:Putah
Site:128
Reviewed a year ago
Location is great. Launch facility is good. Staff very friendly. Restrooms where we camped were nasty. Thay only clean once a week on Thursday so all the weekend stuff is there. Picnic tables were warped in many places. I feel that the camping is ok but the value is low because of the lack of infrastructure for the price.
AnneMarie A
Loop:Putah
Site:Group Site
Reviewed a year ago
Group site was amazing! So much space for all the families and space for kids to run and play. Lake swimming steps sways from our tents was incredible!
The reason for the 4 star rating is because there were only portapotties available.
Popularity
Quiet · 33%
Busiest in July, when about 33% of sites are booked. Based on 1 years of reservations.