Faith W.recommendsMarch 1, 2022
Old Rocky Knoll Ranch 100+ Acres
Simple, basic and beautiful. There’s land and then a fire pit circle, that’s it. The freeway is close by but not noisy enough to hear it from camp. One major rut in the road to get to camp site. We did hear the coyotes in the distance at night.
Marcelo A.recommendsFebruary 11, 2022
Old Rocky Knoll Ranch 100+ Acres
Great getaway
The is was my 2nd time staying out here, it was great! Nice and secluded but close enough to run to town to grab some extra supplies. The host was great and quickly answered my questions. It was just my and I exploring around and enjoying ourselves. Stargazing was amazing as well as the sunsets we will be back.
Old Rocky Knoll Ranch 100+ Acres
Scenic Desert Camping
Beautiful place to catch a sunrise or set. Stars galore. Nice and dark. Coyotes howled all around me after sunset and throughout the night. Rocky Knoll Ranch is beautiful and offers great hiking. There are trails woven throughout the property. Make sure go to the top of the ridge for 360 degree views.
The road is a little rough getting in, but my 2WD F-150 easily made it in. I also own a smaller 2WD Nissan Frontier, and it easily would have made it in.
The property is close to I-8, so you do hear a fair a mount of vehicles in the distance. The Boarder Patrol has a station near the property and they are active in the area.
Giuseppe is professional, accommodating and helpful He replied to my questions within minutes and is an all around great host.
I’m glad I stayed here. If you live in San Diego and want to get away from the city for a night or two, come give Rocky Knoll Ranch a try.
Eric I.recommendsNovember 23, 2021
Old Rocky Knoll Ranch 100+ Acres
Site was great, very private and felt safe with a locked gate at the entrance. We didn’t wander very far in but there was a perfect site for tent camping. Soft sand and a pretty big clearing. The view was awesome. Coyotes came out and checked out our camp at night which was a cool experience!
Kayla F.recommendsNovember 7, 2021
Old Rocky Knoll Ranch 100+ Acres
10/10 do not want to miss!
Such an amazing spot! Unfortunately we got here late at night, which I would not recommend. It’s very dark here at night, which is PHENOMENAL for stargazing, but not for finding/setting up camp. I would advise you have an AWD as the trail can be pretty treacherous. My husband and I both have our jeeps and even felt a little uneasy farther up the trail. There is a pretty big campsite on the left side of the trail after you pass some small wooden structures on the right side. It is near the freeway but is not disturbing in the slightest. The stargazing here is probably some of the best I’ve ever seen in Southern California. We also had our dogs off leash in this area. Plenty of space for them to roam, but just be cautious as there’s lots of cactuses on the outskirts of camp. I’d recommend getting some boots for the pups! Definitely would recommend and would love to come back to this amazing spot!!!!
Darsi R.recommendsSeptember 13, 2021
Old Rocky Knoll Ranch 100+ Acres
Perfect Primitive camping
A great spot for primitive camping. AWD vehicle recommended. Beautiful stars. A nice piece of property. Bring sun shelter, water etc. I will be back.