If you are new to camping, Kampgrounds of America (KOA) may be a great resource.

KOA is the world's largest system of privately held campgrounds with almost 500 locations across the US and Canada. Kampgrounds of America has become part of American popular culture and is very well known among outdoor enthusiasts. Founded in 1962 and still based in Billings, Montana, USA. They offer RV camping, 4,000 deluxe cabins, tent camping, airstreams, cabooses, and tepees.

Many of the campgrounds offer hiking, biking, swimming, fishing, biking, swimming pools, climbing walls, horseshoe pits, mini golf, basketball, jumping pillows, and movie nights. Pets are also welcome at the camp sites. They also offer Boy Scout programs. http://koa.com/

There are 25 KOA campgrounds throughout California are listed in this link: http://bit.ly/1KEQVaz.