This summer, ditch the stuffy AC and hit the OPENROAD for an unforgettable adventure! Whether you're rolling with a rugged truck roof top tent or a sleek suv rooftop tent, California's pristine lakes offer the perfect backdrop. Wake up to emerald waters reflecting pine forests, and fall asleep under a blanket of stars—this is what Summer memories are made of.  

Why Choose Rooftop Tent Camping?  

1. 3-Minute Setup  

   Skip the hassle of finding flat ground and pounding stakes. A rooftop tent pops open in seconds, giving you more time to paddleboard on Lake Tahoe or reel in trout at Fallen Leaf Campground.  

2. Elevated Comfort & Safety

   No more damp floors or creepy crawlies. At Shasta Lake's Antlers Campground—where lakeside moisture is unavoidable—a rooftop tent keeps you high and dry.  

3. Front-Row Views

   At June Lake's Oh Ridge Campground, your tent becomes a 270°observation deck with panoramic lake-and-mountain vistas—no hiking required for that Instagram-worthy shot.  

Top California Summer Camping Destinations 

Alpine Lakes (Cool Escape)  

1. Lake Tahoe  

   - Elevation: 6,225 ft | Water Temp: 64-72°F  

   - Best for Rooftop Tents: D.L. Bliss State Park (cliffside sites) or Fallen Leaf (walk-to-lake access)  

   - Pro Tip: SUV rooftop tents (like iKamper Skycamp Mini) excel on scenic loop drives  

 2. June Lake

   - Elevation: 7,600 ft | Water Temp: 61-68°F  

   - Hidden Gem: Oh Ridge's lakeside platforms fit trucks perfectly  

   - Don't Miss: July king salmon runs  

 3. Mammoth Lakes Basin  

   - Elevation: 9,200-9,800 ft | Water Temp: 54-59°F (wetsuit recommended)  

   - Adventure Bonus: Coldwater Campground's volcanic rock formations  

   - Gear Up: Truck tents (e.g., Thule Tepui Ruggedized) handle high winds  

Low-Elevation Lakes (Family Friendly)  

4. Lake Berryessa  

   - Elevation: 450 ft | Water Temp: 77-82°F  

   - Unique Stay: Steele Canyon's floating cabins + SUV tent combos  

   - Heads Up: Weekdays avoid speedboat crowds  

 5. Shasta Lake

   - Elevation: 1,070 ft | Water Temp: 75-81°F  

   - Must-Do: Boat-in camping at Antlers (ideal for truck setups)  

   - Thrill Seekers: McCloud River cave diving  

 6. Big Bear Lake  

   - Elevation: 6,750 ft | Water Temp: 68-73°F  

   - Convenience: Serrano Campground's walk-to-town location  

Rooftop Tent Buyer's Guide

- Truck Owners: Opt for heavy-duty truck roof top tents (OPENROAD suv rooftop tent) for off-grid durability  

- SUV Squads: Lightweight suv rooftop tents (OPENROAD truck roof top tent) balance aerodynamics and comfort  

- Essential Add-Ons: Solar panels + detachable awning for extended stays  

Booking Hacks  

California state park sites (like Tahoe) sell out on Recreation.gov within 5 minutes!  

✅ Set alerts via Campflare  

✅ Target rooftop-tent-friendly sites (e.g., Shasta's Antlers)  

✅ Avoid summer weekends  

Make This Summer Legendary  

From pickup trucks to SUVs, rooftop camping unlocks next-level freedom. Your OPENROAD escape starts now—where will you wake up tomorrow?