Manchester Beach / Mendocino Coast KOA Journey

Lars Starr

Best KOA for cyclists in the country. Can't beat access to a shower, hot tub, outdoor kitchen, and affordable coffee in the morning. They recently added improvements to the sites I believe, or at least I don't remember the fire pits. One suggestion for qn improvement I'd like to see someday is a locking cabinet for smelly stuff away from the camps, as there are definitely active raccoons in the area. They never got into my tent, but definitely they'll run around it making a racket sometimes. You might be able to store a couple bags in the trash bin area to reduce this I realized afterward. The ladies running the places were great, letting me stay an extra night to use the wifi for an interview for a job I ended up getting.

Adam Schrammel

I’ve stayed here a few times already, and I always look forward to returning. The tent sites are nice and spacious, and they have very flat ground for the tents. The restrooms are always clean, and the staff are great. The store always seems to be well stocked too. It's perfect for me as I travel by motorcycle and can't fit a great deal of stuff on my bike. They also deliver the firewood to your site!

cass dias

Friendly staff. Very clean grounds/ restrooms They host fun activities like movie nights, karaoke, group bonfires and ice cream socials on select evenings, which add a nice community vibe. We usually stay in a cabin, but this time we tried a tent site and it was just as lovely. The beach is conveniently close, with a walking path from the campground. If you’re bringing little ones or hauling a cooler, I’d recommend driving down and parking nearby for easier access. They also have a community kitchen with stove top burners and a microwave if you don’t want to cook at your campsite. Two parks for kids, volleyball court, basketball, frisbee golf and horseshoes. ***

Thuy Tran

We had such a wonderful stay at KOA Manchester Beach! The campground is clean, well-organized, and has everything you need for a comfortable camping trip. Our site had a picnic table, fire pit, and grill, making it easy to cook and relax outdoors. The atmosphere was peaceful with plenty of trees for shade, and we loved the open layout with space to set up our tent and chairs around the fire. The staff was friendly and helpful, and the campground felt safe and family-friendly. Restrooms and facilities were well-maintained, and the location is perfect—just a short drive to the beach with beautiful coastal views. We especially enjoyed evenings around the campfire, with the sound of the ocean in the distance. Whether you’re tent camping, RVing, or staying in one of the cozy cabins, this KOA is a great spot to unwind and enjoy nature. Highly recommend for anyone looking to camp near the Mendocino coast—we’ll definitely be back!

flat track

We didn't use the cabins. We brought our RV. Fun location, wonderful weather, nice and clean facilities!! The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable. We will make this a normal stop. Oh, by the way, dogs are not allowed on the beach.