California

Camper Van Rental in California

California rewards a small rig. A camper van fits coastal highway pullouts, forest service roads and city street parking that a bigger motorhome makes stressful. This state has plenty of choice: 49 camper van rental companies, averaging 4.5 stars, and 17 of them deliver the van to you. I have rented four RVs here, one a genuine lemon, so I read reviews closely and ask about fees before booking.

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49Companies listed
4.5★Average Google rating
17Deliver to you
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Top-rated rental companies

OffGrid Campervans in El Segundo, CA

OffGrid Campervans

209 Richmond St, El Segundo, CA ★ 5.0 (160 Google reviews)

OffGrid Campervans rents off-grid camper vans in El Segundo with solar power and full kitchens, rated 5.0 from 160 Google reviews.

MotorhomesCamper vansPets Near the airport
Rv Sprinter Rental in Walnut, CA

Rv Sprinter Rental

3817 Valley Blvd, Walnut, CA ★ 5.0 (160 Google reviews)

Walnut-based RV rental with a 5.0 rating from 160 reviews, praised for easy rental process and clean vans.

MotorhomesCamper vansClass C
FOG Campers in Fairfax, CA

FOG Campers

2000 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Fairfax, CA ★ 5.0 (67 Google reviews)

Fairfax camper van builder and renter with a 5.0 rating, praised for comfortable beds and easy pickup.

Camper vans

Moterra Campervans - San Francisco

1665 Innes Ave, San Francisco, CA ★ 5.0 (245 Google reviews)

San Francisco campervan rentals with 19-foot Mercedes Sprinters, rated 5.0 across 245 Google reviews.

Camper vans
TopoTerra in San Diego, CA

TopoTerra

5595 Magnatron Blvd BlvdSuite D, San Diego, CA ★ 5.0 (38 Google reviews)

Off-road rig and camper van rentals in San Diego, rated 5.0 by 38 reviewers who praise the helpful owner.

MotorhomesCamper vansOne-wayDelivery
Live2RV in Concord, CA

Live2RV

4030 Folsom Ct, Concord, CA ★ 4.9 (63 Google reviews)

Owner-operated RV rentals in Concord with Mercedes diesel Class C motorhomes, praised for easy driving and responsive service.

MotorhomesCamper vansOne-wayClass C Delivery
Vintage Surfari Wagons in Costa Mesa, CA

Vintage Surfari Wagons

1619 Superior Ave, Costa Mesa, CA ★ 4.9 (45 Google reviews)

Classic VW camper van rentals in Costa Mesa, plus guided camping tours and repair services.

Camper vans Near the airport
altCamp in Westminster, CA

altCamp

15192 Goldenwest Cir, Westminster, CA ★ 4.9 (44 Google reviews)

Campervan marketplace with 1,000+ vans and a 4.9-star rating from 44 reviews.

Camper vans

Avanti Campervans

8601 Lincoln Blvd 180, unit 303, Los Angeles, CA ★ 5.0 (77 Google reviews)

Camper van rentals with a perfect 5.0 rating from 77 reviews, praised for comfort and flexibility.

Camper vansOne-way Insurance offered
California Van Life LLC in Clovis, CA

California Van Life LLC

1063 Brookhaven Dr STE#107, Clovis, CA ★ 5.0 (28 Google reviews)

Class B campervan rentals in Clovis, near Yosemite, with airport delivery and 5.0 rating.

MotorhomesCamper vansDelivery Near the airport
Wildwood Camper Vans in South San Francisco, CA

Wildwood Camper Vans

180 S Spruce Ave Unit C, South San Francisco, CA ★ 4.8 (36 Google reviews)

Custom camper van conversions and rentals in South San Francisco, rated 4.8 from 36 reviews.

Camper vans Delivery

RV Fun Rental

1553 S Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA ★ 4.8 (225 Google reviews)

Oceanside RV rental with motorhomes, campers and trailers, delivery available and a 4.8 rating across 225 reviews.

MotorhomesCamper vansTrailersClass C Near the airportInsurance offered

Wandervans

3573 First St Unit b, Livermore, CA ★ 4.9 (55 Google reviews)

Bay Area campervan rentals with a 4.9 rating from 55 reviews, popular for Yosemite and long road trips.

Camper vans Insurance offered
RV and Campervan Rentals Los Angeles in Los Angeles, CA

RV and Campervan Rentals Los Angeles

2833 Buckingham Rd, Los Angeles, CA ★ 5.0 (15 Google reviews)

Los Angeles RV and campervan rentals with a 5.0 rating from 15 reviews, praised for clean vehicles and friendly service.

MotorhomesCamper vans
VanVenture in Pacifica, CA

VanVenture

12 Manor Plaza, Pacifica, CA ★ 5.0 (13 Google reviews)

Campervan rentals in Pacifica with gear included, 5.0 stars from 13 reviewers who praise the hosts and easy pickup.

Camper vans Insurance offered

Avanti Campervans

611 Gateway Blvd Ste 102, South San Francisco, CA ★ 4.9 (41 Google reviews)

South San Francisco campervan rentals with unmarked vans, comfy beds, and one-way trips nationwide.

Camper vansOne-way Insurance offered
BayCampr in San Jose, CA

BayCampr

18750 Annie Ln, San Jose, CA ★ 5.0 (12 Google reviews)

San Jose RV rental with motorhomes, camper vans, and trailers, plus a 5-star rating from 12 reviews.

MotorhomesCamper vansTrailers
Rv Rentals Way of Life in Indian Wells, CA

Rv Rentals Way of Life

75280 CA-111 Ste 88 3, Indian Wells, CA ★ 5.0 (11 Google reviews)

Indian Wells RV rental agency with a perfect 5.0 rating from 11 reviewers who praise friendly staff and clear communication.

MotorhomesCamper vansTrailersClass C Insurance offered
Campervan and RV Rentals San Diego in San Diego, CA

Campervan and RV Rentals San Diego

165 19th St, San Diego, CA ★ 5.0 (11 Google reviews)

San Diego camper van rental agency with a perfect 5.0 rating from 11 Google reviews and around-the-clock hours.

Camper vans

Indie Campers San Francisco - RV & Campervan Rentals

33363 Lewis Ave, Union City, CA ★ 4.6 (1,722 Google reviews)

Campervan and RV rentals near SFO with unlimited mileage and a 4.6-star rating from 1,722 reviews.

Camper vansUnlimited miles Near the airportKitchen kits
Road Bear RV Rentals in Agoura Hills, CA

Road Bear RV Rentals

28404 Roadside Dr, Agoura Hills, CA ★ 4.5 (346 Google reviews)

Agoura Hills RV rental with airport pickup and a 4.5-star rating from 346 reviews.

Camper vansClass C Near the airport
STAN Adventure Vans in Castro Valley, CA

STAN Adventure Vans

3512 Jamison Way, Castro Valley, CA ★ 5.0 (4 Google reviews)

Bay Area camper van rental with a 5.0 rating and reviewers praising comfort, helpful videos and dog-friendly trips.

MotorhomesCamper vansPets

Indie Campers San Diego - RV & Campervan Rentals

7620 North Ave, Lemon Grove, CA ★ 4.5 (256 Google reviews)

RV and campervan rentals near San Diego Airport with unlimited mileage and one-way options.

MotorhomesCamper vansOne-wayClass C Near the airport

What the fleet looks like

Camper vans dominate at 49 listings, but California rentals cover more ground than that. You will also find 29 motorhomes, 17 Class C and 11 Class A rigs if you want more space. Travel trailers come in at 14, toy haulers at 4, and there is a single pop-up. Seven companies offer one-way rentals, which matters if you want to drive the coast and fly home from a different airport. Eight companies allow pets, seven offer unlimited mileage and two do monthly rentals. That last number is small, so if you need a long-term van, start calling early.

Companies worth a look

Several operators carry perfect ratings. OffGrid Campervans has 160 reviews, rents camper vans and motorhomes, allows pets and offers airport pickup. Moterra Campervans in San Francisco has 245 reviews, the most of the top group. FOG Campers has 67 reviews, and Rv Sprinter Rental has 160. Two others are worth noting for flexibility. TopoTerra offers one-way rentals and delivery. Live2RV has 63 reviews, offers delivery and unlimited mileage, and runs camper vans, motorhomes and Class C units. Read the recent reviews, not just the star average. One glowing score can hide a tired van.

Fees that surprise people

Mileage and generator hours are where budgets slip. I once paid a generator-hours fee I never saw coming because I assumed it was included. Ask directly: is there a generator allowance, and what does each extra hour cost? Confirm the daily mileage cap too, especially on vans without unlimited miles. Then ask about the security deposit, how much is held and when it comes back. Insurance is the other one: find out what the company covers and what your own auto policy or credit card might handle. Kitchen and linen kits are often add-ons, so ask what is in the van before you pack.

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Questions people ask

How many camper van rental companies are in California?

There are 49 camper van rental companies listed in California, with an average rating of 4.5 stars. Another 29 listings are motorhomes and 14 are travel trailers, so the state covers most rig types.

How many companies deliver the rental to me?

Seventeen companies offer delivery, and 12 listings are tagged as delivered rentals. Confirm the delivery radius and any fee before booking, since drop-off logistics vary by company.

Can I rent with my dog?

Eight companies allow pets. OffGrid Campervans is one of the top-rated options with a pet policy. Always confirm the pet fee and cleaning rules with the company directly, because policies differ even among pet-friendly operators.

Do any California camper van rentals offer unlimited mileage?

Seven listings offer unlimited mileage, and Live2RV is one of them. If your route is long, compare the unlimited rate against a capped plan plus overage charges, then confirm the terms in writing before you book.