Following Paraguay's National Team: RV Travel Guide for International Soccer

Paraguay's Group Stage Schedule

Paraguay plays Group D entirely in California:

• June 12: USA vs Paraguay in Los Angeles, California
• June 19: TBD (playoff winner) vs Paraguay in Santa Clara, California
• June 25: Paraguay vs Australia in Santa Clara, California

Seven days between the first two matches, then six days to the finale, provides comfortable timing. The 615-kilometre distance between Los Angeles and San Francisco means you're settling into California rather than constantly moving across states.

Starting in Los Angeles (June 12)

SoFi Stadium hosts Paraguay's opener against the United States, a massive match with home-nation support creating an electric atmosphere. The venue sits in Inglewood, 20 kilometres southwest of downtown LA, hosting seven tournament matches total.

Dockweiler Beach RV Park offers oceanfront sites 15 minutes from the stadium, a premium location with Pacific sunset views, though rates reflect that proximity ($120-150 per night). Walnut RV Park in the San Gabriel Valley provides cheaper full-hookup sites 45 minutes east ($75-95 per night).

Los Angeles in mid-June averages 22°C along the coast but climbs past 28°C inland. The Midi Motorhome handles Southern California's climate comfortably with adequate air conditioning for warm afternoons.

Los Angeles traffic deserves its reputation. Avoid driving during rush hours (7-10 AM, 4-7 PM). Use Metro or rideshare services for stadium trips rather than fighting parking at SoFi, where premium rates and limited RV accommodation make public transit more practical.

Drive to the San Francisco Bay Area: 615 kilometres north on I-5 or US-101, approximately 6 hours driving time. Budget one to two days.

Los Angeles to San Francisco: Choosing Your Route

Paraguay's second match moves you north to Santa Clara in the San Francisco Bay Area. Two main routing options exist, each offering distinct experiences:

Interior Route via I-5: Faster but less scenic. This path cuts through California's Central Valley, passing Bakersfield, Fresno, and Modesto before reaching the Bay Area. Total distance 615 kilometres on a primarily flat, straight highway. Summer heat in the Central Valley regularly exceeds 35°C, so bring extra water and ensure your RV's cooling systems work properly.

Coastal Route via US-101: Slower but spectacular. This path follows California's coastline through Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, Big Sur, Monterey, and Santa Cruz before reaching San Francisco. Total distance 880 kilometres with winding roads and dramatic ocean views. Cooler coastal temperatures (18-22°C) make for more comfortable summer driving.

Most travellers choose the coastal route despite the added distance, with Big Sur's cliffs and ocean scenery rank among North America's most beautiful drives. Budget two days with an overnight stop in San Luis Obispo or Monterey. RV parks line the coast at regular intervals.

I-5 works better if you're prioritizing speed or returning to Los Angeles for knockout matches. The six-hour drive can be completed in a single day, arriving in Santa Clara by evening.

San Francisco Bay Area: Second and Third Matches (June 19 & 25)

Paraguay plays both remaining group matches at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara with a TBD (playoff winner) on June 19, then Australia on June 25. The venue sits 65 kilometres south of downtown San Francisco, deep in Silicon Valley.

Coyote Valley RV Resort in San Jose offers full hookups 20 minutes from Levi's Stadium. Alternatively, Candlestick RV Park provides Bay views 45 minutes north near San Francisco, though you'll fight commuter traffic heading south to Santa Clara.

Staying in one Bay Area location for both remaining matches simplifies logistics. Book weekly rates at RV parks, as six nights between matches makes extended stays economical. You'll spend $500-700 for the week versus $700-900 at nightly rates.

The San Francisco Bay Area in late June averages 22°C along the coast but climbs past 28°C inland. Santa Clara sits inland, expecting warmer conditions than San Francisco proper. Morning fog burns off by midday, revealing sunny afternoons.

CalTrain connects San Francisco to Santa Clara with a station adjacent to Levi's Stadium. VTA light rail also serves the venue. Both options beat driving through Bay Area traffic and stadium parking challenges.

Extended Bay Area Stay Strategy

Paraguay's schedule brings you to Santa Clara twice within six days, on June 19 and June 25. This creates an opportunity to establish a semi-permanent Bay Area base rather than moving between matches.

Weekly RV park rates reduce costs substantially. Coyote Valley RV Resort and similar facilities offer weekly discounts that make extended stays more economical than nightly bookings. Deploy awnings, arrange outdoor furniture, and settle in properly.

Between Paraguay's matches, explore the Bay Area thoroughly. Visit San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island, and Fisherman's Wharf. Tour Silicon Valley's tech campuses. Explore wine country in Napa and Sonoma valleys (90 minutes north). Make day trips to Monterey's aquarium or Santa Cruz beaches.

The six-day window between matches provides time for substantial exploration without feeling rushed. You're experiencing California properly rather than just passing through for tournament matches.

Vehicle Size for California Coastal Travel

Two travellers: The Deluxe Van Camper handles California's urban environments well. At 5.5 metres long, it fits standard parking spaces in San Francisco and Los Angeles while providing comfortable accommodation.

Four people: The Midi Motorhome balances space and manoeuvrability. Four adults sleep comfortably, and the 7.6-metre length navigates Bay Area hills and LA traffic without excessive stress.

Six travellers: The Maxi Motorhome provides separate sleeping areas for extended stays. Weekly Bay Area rates make larger vehicles economical when splitting costs across six people.

If Paraguay Advances: Knockout Stage Possibilities

Group D's bracket position sends different finishing positions to specific venues. The Group D winner potentially plays the Round of 32 in the San Francisco Bay Area (July 1), while the runner-up faces the Group E winner in Boston (June 29).

Finish first, and you're staying in California, convenient since you're already established in the Bay Area. Finish second, and you're facing a 4,800-kilometre drive to Boston within four days, requiring either transcontinental marathon driving or flights.

Quarter-finals could send Paraguay to Los Angeles, Boston, Miami, or Kansas City. The California base positions you perfectly for potential Los Angeles knockout matches (615 km south, retracing your earlier route).

Fuel Costs and Tournament Tickets

This route covers approximately 615-880 kilometres total, depending on coastal versus interior routing, plus local Bay Area driving. Motorhomes average 10-15 litres per 100 kilometres. At current fuel prices:

• Smaller campervans: $140-200 total fuel cost
• Mid-size motorhomes: $180-260 total fuel cost
• Large motorhomes: $240-320 total fuel cost

Paraguay draws passionate support from South American diaspora communities across California, Los Angeles and the Bay Area host substantial Paraguayan populations. USA vs Paraguay in Los Angeles commands extraordinary prices given home-nation interest. Paraguay vs Australia in Santa Clara depends on group standings.

The Random Selection Draw closed January 13, 2026. Secondary market tickets for Paraguay matches typically run 1.5-2x face value, moderate compared to marquee European or South American sides.

California Coastal Climate

Paraguay's California-only schedule experiences remarkably consistent weather. Los Angeles averages 22°C in June with minimal rain. The San Francisco Bay Area runs similar temperatures, 22°C along the coast, 26-28°C inland in Santa Clara.

Marine layer fog affects coastal areas mornings and evenings but burns off by midday. Inland valleys (Central Valley on I-5 route) reach 35°C+ in summer. Pack layers for variable microclimates, a single day might include 15°C fog in San Francisco, 22°C sunshine in Santa Clara, and 30°C heat in the Central Valley.

CanaDream's motorhomes handle this climate range easily. You'll use air conditioning moderately throughout, nothing like the extreme cooling demands of Texas or Arizona, but more than Pacific Northwest venues.

Watching Other Matches in California

Paraguay's route passes two tournament venues hosting numerous other matches:

• Los Angeles hosts seven Group Stage matches, including Belgium vs IR Iran (June 21) and TBD vs the USA (June 25)
• The San Francisco Bay Area hosts five Group Stage matches, including Austria vs Jordan (June 16) and TBD vs Paraguay (June 19)

Your extended Bay Area stay positions you perfectly to attend multiple matches at Levi's Stadium. The concentrated schedule means you're established at one location while tournament action continues around you, simpler logistics than teams requiring constant relocation.

The California Advantage

Following Paraguay creates the tournament's most geographically concentrated experience. You're exploring one state deeply rather than covering multiple regions, California's diversity provides more than enough variety within its borders.

Los Angeles delivers urban energy, beach culture, Hollywood glamour, and diverse neighbourhoods. The Bay Area offers tech innovation, Victorian architecture, world-class food culture, and proximity to wine country. Between them, the coastal or valley drives showcase California's agricultural heartland or dramatic Pacific scenery.

An RV rental transforms three Paraguay matches into a comprehensive California journey, bringing the football world together through extended regional exploration that showcases the Golden State's extraordinary diversity within a compact, manageable route.

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