California Department of Parks and Recreation — Reservations
California statewide reservation programme information; county browsing does not establish local facilities, inventory or booking eligibility
Official ReserveCalifornia reservation service. Create or verify your account, check the actual facility’s inventory, restrictions and total price, and complete the reservation there. Availability and park-specific rules apply.
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California Department of Parks and Recreation · ReserveCalifornia FAQs (opens in a new tab)
ReserveCalifornia FAQs — official online reservations
I’m new to ReserveCalifornia™. How do I get started? Welcome! To get started, please create an account: Go to www.reservecalifornia.com and select the “Log in / Sign up” link in the upper-right corner. On the Sign In page, select the “Create an Account” link. Enter your name, email address, and create a password. Check your email inbox for a verification email and follow the instructions to verify your account. Once verified, complete your profile and your account will be ready to use!
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DPR’s booking guide explains the rolling reservation window, separate site and transaction fees, contact hours and selected reservation drawings. It does not show guaranteed inventory or a universal nightly price.
The standard rolling window opens up to six months before arrival, with daily releases at 8 a.m. (the guide labels this PST).
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Selected high-demand facilities use reservation drawings for a chance to reserve up to eight months ahead.
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ReserveCalifornia FAQs — booking guide
Booking and Fees
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Read DPR’s current accommodation policies before booking, cancelling or changing a reservation. Accessible overnight facilities have specific proof and occupancy rules; disability documentation alone does not establish a discount.
Unoccupied accessible overnight facilities are held for people with disabilities until 5 p.m. each day.
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Review the individual park and campground page for occupancy limits, pets and other critical restrictions before booking.
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Booking and Fees — policy guide
Camping Information & Reservations Policies
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Official FAQ for account email verification, the rolling booking window and technical assistance. Contact the reservation call center for booking issues; individual parks do not take reservations.
For technical or booking problems, call (800) 444-7275 or use ReserveCalifornia’s Contact Us option.
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Booking and Fees — faq guide
ReserveCalifornia™ FAQs
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