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Top-rated campgrounds near Chula Vista
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Top-rated campgrounds near Chula Vista
Camper favorites near Chula Vista
Top-rated campgrounds reviewed by the Hipcamp community.
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
lauren
4 days ago
20 ft travel trailer
Beautiful area and hosts went out of their way to make me comfortable. The best part were their fur babies who greeted me every morning. Will def come back when I'm in the area again.
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Xiyue
1 week ago
Weekend Trip to Clara Vista High Desert Retreat
We truly loved our stay at Tom's cabin. It's perfect for stargazing with stunning non-blocking views, a dark sky, cozy outdoor chairs, and a warm cabin.
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Sara
1 week ago
24 ft Class C
With pets
We loved this spot! In a safe and quiet neighborhood a short distance from all of the sights in San Diego. We loved the fenced yard, shade, and picnic table outside for us to remote work at. We stayed for about 5 days and are looking forward to booking here again.
Cris is a great host. Very responsive, kind, and communicative.
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Chuck
2 weeks ago
26 ft campervan
If you read any review let it be this one. It was an absolutely gorgeous property very easily marked spots. Awesome hosts very good produce and maintained property. The spot is right in front of a cow enclosure they are very friendly. There is a beautiful koi pond. My only grievence is that we didn't stay longer. 10/10 property.
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Zoe
2 weeks ago
Tent
Vicki and her daughter were so sweet and welcoming! We had the most peaceful time and the weather was pretty great for going in December. The drive up the mountain was a bit tricky because we didn’t know what to expect, but it was much faster and easier on the way down (I have a ford fusion and my car did great!). There are restrooms and showers but they are a bit far from most of the sites, there was a porta potty close by tho:)
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Matt
2 weeks ago
Tent
Group trip
It was a beautiful place with nice bathrooms. We were surprised, pleasantly, about the free roaming pigs.
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Erin
2 weeks ago
With pets
Always a magical time! Thanks Tom for making it so special!
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Wendy
2 weeks ago
8 ft campervan
Definitely had owls very close by in the night! So peaceful. There was some slight road noise but it was very minimal. A sanctuary for sure. Very good vibes, and Lacy was so welcoming and helpful. No facilities (although the gazebo was nice), just a water spigot. And a lovely walk down to the pond.
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Jessica
2 weeks ago
40 ft Class A
The property is beautiful. Bernie and Hoa were both super nice and social. Fresh eggs, fruit trees, palm, wild bunnies and cows. We were there for 3 weeks, and had plans been different we would have loved to stay longer. We will be back when we are in the area.
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Lisa
2 weeks ago
30 ft travel trailer
What a slice of paradise Bernard and Hoa share with the campers. They are friendly, generous, and accommodating. Their property is just a few blocks away from the cute town of Ramona, CA! Marinade on Main is a favorite restaurant nearby.
Their property is secluded, secure, and peaceful behind a coded gate.
There are three camping sites that are quite large, and several tent sites.
The grounds are well maintained.
We enjoyed the proximity to downtown San Diego, La Mesa, Santee, and our son’s home nearby.
We were able to stay at Thompson’s Palm Farm quite a few days as there is water, electric, and septic.
We will return again and again!
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Leo
3 weeks ago
Tent
Loved this area! Super friendly people and the little general store sold fire wood as well! Highly recommend and will definitely be returning! Bathrooms were clean and at night they had their orchard lit up with Christmas lights!
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John
3 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
Quiet and relaxing area with beautiful view. Check in was easy. Vicki really went the extra mile to arrange rental of some camping gear for us when ours failed.
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Sarah
3 weeks ago
Tent
My gf and I had the best time on Vicki’s land for thanksgiving weekend. It was such a treat to have amenities like a sink with warm water and flushing toilets. the land is stunning with views from every corner and fun hiking trails throughout the mountain. vicki has such great energy and made sure to welcome everyone. pumba the pig is so friendly and WILL eat anything left unguarded at night 🤭 so make sure to treat your trash just like any bear camping setting. thanks again vicki, we hope to come back some day!
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Ianca
3 weeks ago
4 nights at Luxury Tiny Home Nature Retreat
This place is honestly stunning. It’s beautiful, incredibly comfortable, and has everything you could ever need. Waking up to that morning view from the bed was absolutely magical — truly unforgettable. The whole space was spotless, cozy, and thoughtfully put together.
The host was incredibly caring and attentive, always making sure I was okay and had everything I needed. Her kindness and quick responses made the stay even better.
Five stars aren’t enough to describe how amazing this place is. This was the best Airbnb I’ve ever stayed in, and I’m definitely coming back.
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Victoria
3 weeks ago
Tent
With kids
Loomerland is a great spot for kids and adults alike. The hosts are very accommodating, the amenities make camping easy, and the farm is beautiful. This trip was our family’s second time here and hopefully won’t be the last. I’d recommend it to anyone!
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Joy
3 weeks ago
Tent
With kids
This is our first Hipcamp experience and it was a pleasantly unique one. We were greeted by the sweetest pack of dogs and our sites were clean and easy to find. Our group of 12 booked sites 3 & 4 to be close together. The hot shower & toilets were just a few mins away fr our sites. The camp hosts, Joel & Jessica, were very helpful and showed us around. The owner, Sean, communicated thru the website and answered all my questions in a timely manner.
The kids (ages 6-17) loved visiting all the animals: feeding the goats, holding the kitties in the cathouse, petting the calm big dogs, hiking on the trails, playing at the obstacle course, & they really loved the zip line. There are trails on the property ranging fr easy to difficult. On our night walk to stargaze, there is a beautiful view fr the Hilltop site.
Having the dogs around left a big impression as we’ve never had guard dogs at a campsite before. Even though there were times (late in the night) where there was a stretch of barking at something in the hills, it felt very comforting to know they were out there doing their job. It was interesting to hear them communicating to each other from end to end of the property and it was actually not a bother for any of us. It became almost like white noise to fall asleep to. We felt honored to have most of them hang out with us and at the end of the trip we were all saying “We miss the dogs!”
So we definitely look forward to coming back and we recommend this place for families.
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Joy
3 weeks ago
Tent
With kids
This is our first Hipcamp experience and it was a pleasantly unique one. We were greeted by the sweetest pack of dogs and our site was clean and easy to find. The camp hosts, Joel & Jessica, were very helpful and showed us around. The owner, Sean, was out of town but communicated with us on how to reach Loomerland and answered all my questions in a timely manner.
The kids loved visiting all the animals (feeding the goats acorns, holding the kitties in the cathouse, petting the awesome big dogs), playing at the obstacle course, and they especially loved the zip line. There were several trails on the property that had a good range of easy to difficult to choose from. We went on a night walk to star gaze & there was a beautiful view at the Hilltop site. The hot shower & toilets were convenient.
Having the dogs around left a big impression on us as we’ve never had guard dogs at a campsite before. Even though there were times (late in the night) where there was a stretch of barking at something in the hills around us, it felt very comforting to know they were out there doing their job. It was interesting to hear them communicating to each other from end to end of the property and it was actually not a bother for any of us. It became almost like white noise to fall asleep to. We felt honored to have most of them hang out with us and at the end of the trip we were all saying “We miss the dogs!”
So we definitely look forward to coming back and we recommend this place for families.
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Doug
November 2025
13 ft travel trailer
With pets
It is a really nice site, private with all the amenities. Tami and her husband are really good host, friendly and very accommodating. I would definitely stay again if in the area.
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Michelle
November 2025
Tent
With kids
Our crew had such a great time and Vicki was a wonderful host. She was responsive, accommodating, and friendly. The land and campsite were gorgeous, and our kids especially loved being visited by the resident pigs!
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Jameson
November 2025
15 ft campervan
What an amazing place to stay! The hosts were super nice & my stay quiet & comfortable. I'll definitely be back again 😊
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The best ranch camping near Chula Vista guide
Where to go
Chula Vista Surrounds
Chula Vista’s Otay Valley Regional Park features eight miles of scenic hiking and biking trails right in town. There’s also a campground at Sweetwater Summit Regional Park, while RV travelers will find an assortment of RV parks in and around Chula Vista with full hookups, free wifi, and other amenities. At the San Diego Bay National Wildlife Sanctuary, you can explore nature trails and birdwatching on a salt marsh.
Silver Strand State Beach
With 2.5 miles of ocean beach and a half-mile of bay beach, Silver Strand is a local go-to for surfing, swimming, and sunsets. The beachside campground is for self-contained vehicle camping only, meaning no tents.
Cuyamaca Rancho State Park
In the Peninsular Range east of Chula Vista, Cuyamaca Rancho State Park is an excellent place to beat the SoCal heat in a mountain climate. Cuyamaca Rancho features Lake Cuyamaca, the Sweetwater River, and 100-plus miles of hiking and biking trails through forest and meadows. Campgrounds offer tent camping and RV camping sites with picnic tables, fire pits, restrooms, and showers.
Anza-Borrego Desert State Park
Anza-Borrego Desert State Park is a rugged preserve in the Colorado Desert about 1.5 hours east of Chula Vista. The park features hiking and OHV trails, a spring wildflower bloom, a palm-studded desert oasis, International Dark Sky Park status, and a number of popular camping options. Plan for intense desert conditions in summer and bring plenty of water and sun protection.
When to go
Chula Vista’s coastal location gives it temperate weather that makes for enjoyable camping year-round, but If headed to the mountains, check summer forecasts for high temperatures and adjust accordingly. Desert camping is best in winter and should be avoided in summer. The region’s wildflower bloom is variable but typically occurs in spring.