RV Rental Santa Cruz, CA
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Rental companies
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Pickup locations
$179.37-$257.80
Price range
Coast & beachesMountainsNational parksForests & redwoodsScenic drivesFamily weekends
Why Santa Cruz works for RV trips
Santa Cruz is built for RV trips that stay close to the coast: beach campgrounds, Monterey Bay, Big Sur, redwood parks, and Highway 1 drives all sit within a natural route from town. With 6 RVs and camper vans from El Monte RV available here, you can compare the vehicle that fits a beach weekend, a redwoods escape, or a longer California coast drive.
Live Availability in Santa Cruz, CA
Compare current rentals with dated pricing, then open matching search results when one looks right.
RV rental locations in Santa Cruz, CA
These are the rental depots and pickup centers we track for providers available around Santa Cruz, CA.
| Pickup center | Address |
|---|---|
El Monte RV Santa Cruz  | 155 El Pueblo Rd, Scotts Valley, CA, 95066 +1 (831) 461-1777Office hours: Monday, - Friday: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM; Saturday, Closed; Sunday, Closed. Pick-up: From 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM during weekdays. Contact pickup location for weekend pick-up hours. Drop-off: 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM.ShowHideMonday, - Friday: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM Saturday, Closed Sunday, Closed. Pick-up: From 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM during weekdays. Contact pickup location for weekend pick-up hours. Drop-off: 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM. |
RV rental pickup near San Jose Mineta International Airport
Flying into Santa Cruz? RV pickup locations are usually separate from the SJC terminal, so compare the pickup address before you book.
The closest pickup option we found is El Monte RV, about 33 minutes from SJC and 25.9 miles away. For SJC arrivals, compare the pickup address against whether your route starts along the coast, through the redwoods, toward Monterey, or into a longer Central California loop.
Airport
SJC
San Jose Mineta International Airport
Closest provider
El Monte RV
1 pickup locations checked
Drive time
33 minutes
Airport to closest pickup
Distance
25.9 miles
Estimated airport-to-depot drive
RV types available in Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz trips usually reward a vehicle that feels comfortable on coastal roads and still gives you enough space once you park near the beach or redwoods.
Where can you go from Santa Cruz in an RV?
beach camping • surf • short weekend
Santa Cruz beach campgrounds
Santa Cruz beach campgrounds are the closest first trip when you want surf, sand, and a low-friction weekend.
2 to 3 daysApril to October
coast towns • scenic drive • short getaway
Monterey and Carmel
Monterey and Carmel work for a short southbound coast drive with beaches, food stops, and scenic pullouts.
2 to 4 daysApril to October
Highway 1 • cliffs and redwoods • longer coast trip
Big Sur
Big Sur is the classic longer coast route when you want cliffs, campgrounds, redwoods, and slower Highway 1 days.
4 to 6 daysApril to June or September to October
redwoods • mountain roads • close escape
Henry Cowell and the Santa Cruz Mountains
Henry Cowell and the Santa Cruz Mountains fit a redwoods-focused trip close to town.
2 to 3 daysMay to October
national park • hiking • inland route
Pinnacles National Park
Pinnacles National Park is the inland option when you want hiking, caves, condors, and warmer dry-country scenery.
3 to 4 daysOctober to May
Santa Cruz RV rental FAQs
How much does it cost to rent an RV in Santa Cruz?
Santa Cruz RV rentals currently average about $199.62/night across the RVs with usable price data. The cheapest visible priced option right now is $179.37/night for the El Monte RV Class C Medium from El Monte RV, while the highest visible price right now is $257.80/night for the El Monte RV Class A from El Monte RV. Dates, provider, mileage, insurance, and RV size can still change the final total.
Which RV rental companies can you compare in Santa Cruz?
Right now, you can compare 6 RVs and camper vans from El Monte RV in Santa Cruz. That helps you compare the available rental companies before choosing a smaller coast-friendly vehicle or a roomier RV for a longer California route.
Is Santa Cruz a good starting point for a coast RV trip?
Yes. Santa Cruz works well for Monterey Bay, Big Sur, Highway 1, and redwoods routes because the trip can become scenic quickly without needing a long first drive.
When should you book an RV rental in Santa Cruz?
Book early for summer beach trips, holiday weekends, and Big Sur or Monterey Bay campground plans. Coastal campground dates can matter as much as the RV itself.