Camping Near Coronado, CA, US: 12 Best Campgrounds 2025

Looking for the best camping near Coronado? The area features dozens of top-rated campgrounds and places to park your RV for the night, many within a short distance of California hiking, biking, and other outdoor activities. Whether you want a pet-friendly campsite or a family cabin rental with wifi, check out campsite photos, tips, and reviews from other outdoor enthusiasts to plan your next camping trip near Coronado.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking for the best camping near Coronado? The area features dozens of top-rated campgrounds and places to park your RV for the night, many within a short distance of California hiking, biking, and other outdoor activities. Whether you want a pet-friendly campsite or a family cabin rental with wifi, check out campsite photos, tips, and reviews from other outdoor enthusiasts to plan your next camping trip near Coronado.

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1. Hideout Mountain Lodge

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45mi from Coronado · 39 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Santa Ysabel, CA

Hideout Mountain Lodge is a peaceful retreat tucked away in the hills of Santa Ysabel, just over an hour from San Diego and a couple of hours from Los Angeles. Spread across 40 acres, the property offers a variety of places to stay — from remodeled cabins with fireplaces and private decks, to vintage trailers, campsites, and RV spots with full hookups and views of Lake Henshaw. This is the kind of place where you slow down, breathe in the fresh air, and enjoy the landscape. Guests gather around the community firepit, take walks through the oaks, or just relax on a porch and listen to the birds. On weekends, you can wander over to Josie’s Hideout Saloon, our on-site bar and restaurant, known for its live music and western character. We’re just a few minutes from the towns of Santa Ysabel and Julian, easy to get to but far enough away to feel like an escape.

2. Magical Harrison Serenity Ranch

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48mi from Coronado · 22 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Palomar Mountain, CA

This land has been a community gathering space for the Native's Ceremony and Healing Space for over a thousand years. Feast your eyes upon the Matates and traces of the people that once gathered here so long ago.Upon the mid 1800's we had a Settler named Nate Harrison find this to be the ideal space, and he set up homestead here, and lived an amazing full life. He was to become the first African American to aquire land here in San Diego County, and his homestead remains to this day; studied by archaeology students to this day.Sensitive habitat and magic lies within our gates, and we must approach the mountain as we would any sacred space; with RESPECT.We welcome you to enjoy Nate's land and inspire who you are deep inside your heart.

3. Campo Nopalito

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42mi from Coronado · 7 sites · Lodging · Valley Center, CA

Welcome to Nopalito Farm! We’re so happy you’ve decided to spend some time on this beautiful property! In case you’re interested, here are a few interesting things about our farm. Nopalito Farm has been in operation since late 2014, but the property itself has been a working farm for over 50 years. Lemons and avocados were the primary crops from the 70’s through the 00’s, and are still prominent throughout our 15 acres. Our predecessors then diversified the growing operation by planting a wide range of fruit trees ranging from guavas and passion fruit to peaches and figs. For a decade, hops were grown on 2 acres and were sold to breweries throughout southern California. We’ve since replaced the hop yard with perennial flowers, but continue to cultivate a wide variety of delicious fruits.

4. Silver Strand State Beach

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120 sites · Coronado, California

Hop in your RV for a front-row view of the ocean at this San Diego beach park.

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5. San Elijo State Beach

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157 sites · Encinitas, California

Combine beachfront camping with easy access to urban amenities at this Southern California park.

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6. Sun Outdoors San Diego Bay

3.4mi from Coronado · 246 sites · RVs, Lodging · Chula Vista, CA

Escape to the epitome of upscale coastal living at Sun Outdoors San Diego Bay, Southern California's newest oasis of relaxation and recreation. Nestled just outside of San Diego, California, our resort offers an array of accommodation options, including vacation rentals and RV sites, for you to choose from.

7. Wild Seeds Ranch

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23mi from Coronado · 12 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Dulzura, CA

Wild Seeds is a sustainable conscious coliving community and live-work space in nature 30 minutes outside San Diego 🫶🌵🌞 The ranch is full of enchanting spaces -- a koi pond, 100 year old oaks, and a seasonal creek. You can have a totally private camping experience, or join our fun and engaging events. We are creative professionals, ecopreneurs, social impact artists, and spiritual activists. Our community space is inclusive, period. We embrace and celebrate people of all backgrounds, body types, and nonviolent self-expression. PLEASE NOTE: Our residents have outdoor cats, so you will be required to leash your dog while not using the dog park.

8. Ranch Blooms

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15mi from Coronado · 2 sites · RVs · Santee, CA

The Ranch is a special place in Santee and can provide a wonderful refuge for people. It was built in the 1940s by the hands of family and friends. The buildings, five acre plot, and granite fixtures remain almost identical to the day they were built and are a constant project to maintain. Your business contributes towards keeping the grounds maintained and our latest projects - which include reestablishing our irrigation system so that we can expand our farming operation. Thank you for your interest in supporting our family ranch!

9. Banner Ranch Julian

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45mi from Coronado · 17 sites · Tents · Julian, CA

The ultimate way to experience the outdoors! We cannot wait for you to indulge in Banner Ranch. Nestled in the meadow you will find tent campsites underneath the cover of breathtaking trees. A creek flows through the valley, turkey and deer roam, and wildlife flourishes where the apple orchards once stood. During exploration of the sixty-two acres you will stumble upon many of the ranch nature trails. A spacious layout, perfect outdoor climate, and the company of family and friends is the recipe for a soulful stay in Banner Ranch! From Banner Ranch there is immediate walking access to the California Riding and Hiking Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, and the charming town of Julian is a ten-minute drive. Banner Ranch is anchored by a historic General Store soon to offer an array of local handicrafts and refreshments. A stay includes complimentary car parking, restrooms, and is pet friendly. Please feel free to reach out if you would like to book Banner Ranch for a special occasion. Also, let us know if you are interested in booking a tiny house or covered wagon on the ranch for a glamping experience. Kindly pack in and pack out, always remember to leave the land better than you found it. Cell service can be spotty at best, Verizon has the strongest signal on the property. Tents are not provided.

10. South Carlsbad State Beach

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212 sites · Carlsbad, California

Get front-row seats to the Pacific Ocean at South Carlsbad’s bluff-side campground.

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11. Cleveland National Forest

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436 sites · Descanso, California

Hike, camp, or gaze up at the Milky Way in California’s southernmost national forest.

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12. Cuyamaca Rancho State Park

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233 sites · Descanso, California

Summit peaks, visit waterfalls, and beat the SoCal heat at Cuyamaca Rancho State Park.

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13. Palomar Mountain State Park

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61 sites · Aguanga, California

High elevation hiking with a world-renowned observatory.

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14. Whiteside Mountain

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23mi from Coronado · 1 site · Tent · Jamul, CA

160 acres of wild and private land at the top of a mountain. Bouldering, exploring, outdoor cold water shower, well drinking water, and pergola! 45 minutes from downtown San Diego and beaches but a whole different world!A single camp spot on the top of a mountain surrounded by 160 acres of no one else! Requires 4WD/high clearance AWD road to camp spot. Plenty of shade at spot with picnic area that is covered. Drinking water, sink and outdoor cold water shower. Bouldering (climbing), fire pit (seasonal), covered deck, hiking and VIEWS! Plenty of room and separate camp spots- lock the gate and you will have no visitors or onlookers. Single outdoor flush toilet with sink. We provide a Propane stove - 2 burner, propane, toilet paper, dish soap and hand soap. No COTS.Guests love it here "This was finally checked off of my saved list—my partner and I rented a 4x4 to get up there since our 2WD car wouldn't have made it in one piece. It was only a short drive from downtown San Diego and was super easy to navigate. Once we arrived the experience was TRULY MAGICAL. We had such an awesome experience exploring the property, birdwatching, hiking and some light climbing. Don't forget to check out the cave! The facilities were beyond expectations and we had a seamless experience. Steve was super accommodating and was great at communicating—he even gave us a small tour of the property! The sunsets and sunrises here were something out of a dream, we wish we could wake up every morning here. We will definitely be coming back soon!"

15. King Creek Campground

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33mi from Coronado · 5 sites · Tents, RVs · Descanso, CA

Currently we don’t have any creek and pond water on the land. Mild seasonal temperature swings, fresh air, clear evening skies for star gazing, the property is in a valley surrounded by the Cleveland National Forest and it was formally used as a 1950's Boys Scouts of America campsite. Our Mom purchased the family property over 40 years ago, and my siblings and I grew-up with weekend trips exploring and camping on the property. With love and respect that all that Mother Nature designs be left wild and free, the more than 100 acres is dispersed with groves of old oak trees, mountains are covered in chaparral and manzanita shrubbery, and seasonal waterfalls, streams, a lake with a dam, dirt roads, and hiking trails. Our family's wish is to share our little bit of heaven on earth property with others who will love it as we do. We are happy to share more about the history of the more than 100 acres when you come up to the property for your next camping adventure. Our property is located in Descanso, California. Descanso is located east of Alpine and west of Pine Valley. Descanso is a small census-designated place in the Cuyamaca Mountains, within the Mountain Empire area of southeastern San Diego County, California. Elevation: 3,573′ Zip code: 91916

16. Loomerland Ranch and Retreat

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49mi from Coronado · 101 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Warner Springs, CA

Secluded Camping for Tents, RV's, Vans with Stunning Scenic Views on a working ranch close to Julian, great hiking on and around ranch, beautiful sunrises and sunsets, and camping under the stars! Come out to the San Diego backcountry and experience the beautiful fall season! Description: Welcome to Loomerland, a unique 41-acre retreat nestled in the backcountry of San Diego, California, where you can escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Our property offers a serene camping experience with a touch of luxury, and the opportunity to reconnect with nature, yourself, and like-minded individuals. We have 5 friendly livestock guardian dogs that protect you and the property. Accommodation Options: • Camper / RV • Campsite • Yurt / Teepee (currently unvailable while making site improvements) Amenities: • High speed Starlink wifi • Hot Outdoor Showers • Outdoor Kitchen • Flushable and Composting Toilets • Hammocks What We Offer: • Multiple locations on our expansive 41-acre property • Four mild seasons for year-round enjoyment • A variety of outdoor activities, including hiking on property or (10 minutes from the Pacific Crest Trail), meditation, yoga, mountain biking, stargazing, and campfires • Interaction with friendly animals like goats and sheep • Holistic management and permaculture principles to ensure a sustainable experience • Hosts with 25 years of experience in gut health, plant medicine, and entrepreneurship Why Choose Loomerland? Our property offers a unique blend of seclusion and adventure, with breathtaking views, pristine air, and clean water from an underground aquifer. Whether you're seeking relaxation or an adrenaline rush, our land has something for everyone. Spend your days exploring trails, bonding with our resident animals, or finding inner peace through meditation and yoga. In the evenings, gather around the campfire for meaningful conversations, stargaze, or simply unwind with your favorite drink. Book Now: Don't miss the opportunity to experience the hidden gem of San Diego. Book your stay at Loomerland today and start making unforgettable memories under the stars. Your adventure awaits!

17. Hidden Waters

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41mi from Coronado · 3 sites · RVs · Vista, CA

These 6 acres are like a secret gated oasis in the middle of rural Vista. The site has access to power and water and a natural spring-fed stream and pond, a shade structure with a table for meals and a little creekside trail. Plenty of space to view wildlife, romp around, play games or rest and relax. In town for work? Surf trip? It is a family-friendly escape that’s close to everything! 10 minutes to multiple stores, restaurants, coffee shops, urgent care etc… 20 minutes to the beach 20 minutes to Fallbrook wineries 30 minutes to Legoland 40 minutes to San Diego Zoo Safari Park 50 minutes to USS Midway 50 minutes to Sea World 50 minutes to San Diego Zoo

18. Apple Blossom Farms

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43mi from Coronado · 2 sites · RVs · Bonsall, CA

Our farm is quiet and private but still central to all the fun of Southern California. It is a simple spot to crash for the night or the week! We are 15-20 minutes to the beach (13 miles) Disneyland: 68 miles San Diego Zoo Safari park: 29 miles Legoland: 18 miles Sea World: 47 miles We are fun, friendly farmers who are looking for friends who can support us in our journey to revitalize the trees on this amazing property. Apple Blossom Farms recently got our certification as CCOF Organic but it has been organically growing with different owners for 20+ years. If you like the movie, Biggest Little Farm, you will love what we are doing with restoring this regenerative farm to its former glory before fires and aging owners. If you like the movie, Biggest Little Farm, you will love what we are doing with restoring this regenerative farm to its former glory before fires and aging owners. We wanted a place for our sons to learn how food was grown, hard work, and to appreciate nature. It felt like a miracle when our offer was accepted to buy it. We are learning so much and have more to learn but we can see how God has led us here and is sending lots of amazing people to help us overcome the obstacles and succeed! Thanks for being a part of our dream.

19. Thompson Palms Campground

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33mi from Coronado · 10 sites · Tents, RVs · Ramona, CA

We are a palm grower on 12 acres with many fruit trees, flowers, gardens, and animals. 45 minutes to the ocean. 1 hour from Mexico, 10 miles to San Diego Zoo Safari Park, 45 minutes to Sea World, 45 minutes to Legoland. We have about 30+ vineyards in our community for wine tasting. Many hiking trails including the MT Woodson trail to the famous Potato Chip Rock. Many other entertainment sites nearby, for info just ask.

20. Santa Ysabel Dark Sky Retreat

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45mi from Coronado · 1 site · Tent · Julian, CA

Disconnect at this quiet campsite (zero neighbors) that is located in a dark sky zone. Gaze at the Milky Way at night as you relax while listening to the sounds of nature. Come here to disconnect from city life and recharge while enjoying the smell of wild lilac and sage. Private mountain camp site at 3200 feet. Enough space to pitch 3 tents. Water tank on site for dish washing and showers. Small propane bbq for cooking.

Camper favorites near Coronado

Top-rated campgrounds reviewed by the Hipcamp community.

Thompson Palms Campground

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33mi from Coronado · 10 sites · Tents, RVs · Ramona, CA

We are a palm grower on 12 acres with many fruit trees, flowers, gardens, and animals. 45 minutes to the ocean. 1 hour from Mexico, 10 miles to San Diego Zoo Safari Park, 45 minutes to Sea World, 45 minutes to Legoland. We have about 30+ vineyards in our community for wine tasting. Many hiking trails including the MT Woodson trail to the famous Potato Chip Rock. Many other entertainment sites nearby, for info just ask.

Santa Ysabel Dark Sky Retreat

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45mi from Coronado · 1 site · Tent · Julian, CA

Disconnect at this quiet campsite (zero neighbors) that is located in a dark sky zone. Gaze at the Milky Way at night as you relax while listening to the sounds of nature. Come here to disconnect from city life and recharge while enjoying the smell of wild lilac and sage. Private mountain camp site at 3200 feet. Enough space to pitch 3 tents. Water tank on site for dish washing and showers. Small propane bbq for cooking.

GoodVibes Ranch Disc Golf & Camping

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24mi from Coronado · 36 sites · Tents, RVs · Jamul, CA

Stay. Play. Unwind. 🌿🏕️ GoodVibes Ranch & Farm is your ultimate mountain escape, blending an 19-hole disc golf course, camping, community, music, art, fitness & horticulture clubs just 30 minutes from San Diego. Check-in With Host Upon Arrival! 🏞️ 74 scenic acres provide space to relax, connect, and explore. Choose from: 🏕️ Private Tent camping, glamping units, or eco-friendly trailers 🚐 Amenities: Clubhouse Stargazing deck, picnic areas, fire pits, bathrooms, showers camping; a commercial kitchen Activities: 19-hole disc golf course, hiking trails, billiards, and horticulture, music & art clubs Sustainability matters here—recycle, compost, and enjoy the land responsibly. Whether you're gathering with friends, family, or flying solo, this is where nature meets community. Come stay, play, and experience the GoodVibes! Your stay supports our mission! As a 509(a)2 nonprofit, all proceeds fund GoodVibesWorldWideNetwork & Sage Sanctuaries, dedicated to holistic wellness, sustainable living education, and community empowerment.

Thundering Hawk Retreat

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44mi from Coronado · 10 sites · Lodging · Valley Center, CA

Welcome to our Hipcamp located on a 40-acre flower farm in the heart of Valley Center. As soon as you arrive, you'll be surrounded by lush greenery. The sound of the creek flowing nearby will immediately put you at ease. Our serene setting is the perfect place to unwind and escape the hustle and bustle of city life. Our property is bursting with color and nature, thanks to the many types of flowers and plants that we cultivate here. You'll love wandering through the fields and taking in the beauty that surrounds you. Whether you're a nature lover or just looking for a peaceful getaway, our Hipcamp is the perfect place to disconnect and recharge. At night, the stars shine bright overhead, and the peaceful sounds of the creek and wildlife create a calming atmosphere that you won't find anywhere else. Whether you're camping in a tent, staying in a camper, or enjoying one of our glamping bell tents, you'll be able to fully immerse yourself in the natural beauty of our farm. We can't wait to share our little slice of paradise with you! Follow us on Instagram @thunderinghawkretreat

Manzanita Ridge

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34mi from Coronado · 2 sites · Lodging · Descanso, CA

WE love where we live! And we think you'd like to visit! WE mostly enjoy our views, one of the benefits of living on a hill, there is nothing to obstruct the view! Come and hike, or just sit!

Hidden Lake

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22mi from Coronado · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · Jamul, CA

Discover the perfect escape at this peaceful lakeside camping spot nestled under the shade of majestic oak trees. Located right beside a lake stocked with fish, this serene property offers a quiet retreat for nature lovers and fishing enthusiasts alike. Whether you're looking to relax by the water, cast a line, or explore the surrounding wilderness, this beautiful location provides an ideal setting for a memorable outdoor experience. Bring your RV or pitch a tent, and enjoy the beauty and tranquility of lakeside camping. Plus, enjoy kayaking, swimming, and more as you soak in everything this lakeside haven has to offer. Book your spot today!

Wilson Hill Retreat

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36mi from Coronado · 1 site · RV · San Marcos, CA

5 Acres in beautiful Twin Oaks. Camp site is private and on the East side of the property with views of lush trees. Site is a paved trailer slip, with full hook ups (30 and 50 AMP). Property is fully gated; owners live on the property as well. Cal State University San Marcos is 4.5 miles, where there are restuarants, entertainment and grocery stores. Lots of shopping near by and 13 miles to the beachs. Convenient to all. **disclaimer a neighbor has a rooster :) 🐔

Mystic Canyon Inn

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22mi from Coronado · 6 sites · Lodging · El Cajon, CA

Our home is eclectic, country, relaxed and homey. We are conveniently located just 30 minutes from downtown San Diego and popular tourist attractions like Comic-Con, Balboa Park, the beautiful beaches and the world famous San Diego Zoo. 35 minutes east you will find beautiful Mount Laguna, Cuyamaca Rancho State Park, Pacific Crest Trail access and the town of Julian. About an hour east brings you to the desert, where natural beauty and recreation abound. 13 miles away, Viejas Casino boasts a beautiful outlet center. 4 miles away, Sycuan has a casino with entertainment and the golf resort of Singing Hills. Come enjoy the slower pace of the San Diego backcountry. So, hike, bike or drive yourself to our little haven and say goodbye to the hustle and bustle!

Public campgrounds near Coronado

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Silver Strand State Beach Campground

2.1mi from Coronado · 120 sites · in Silver Strand State Beach

Grunion Run Group Camp

26mi from Coronado · 1 site · in San Elijo State Beach

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San Elijo Campground

26mi from Coronado · 156 sites · Tents, RVs · in San Elijo State Beach

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South Carlsbad Campground

32mi from Coronado · 212 sites · Tents, RVs · in South Carlsbad State Beach

Corral Canyon Campground

34mi from Coronado · 20 sites · Tents, RVs · in Cleveland National Forest

Bobcat Meadow Campground

35mi from Coronado · 20 sites · Tents, RVs · in Cleveland National Forest

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Arroyo Seco Environmental Camp

37mi from Coronado · 1 site · in Cuyamaca Rancho State Park

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Green Valley Campground

37mi from Coronado · 57 sites · Tents, RVs · in Cuyamaca Rancho State Park

Cedar Grove Volunteer Camp

39mi from Coronado · 1 site · in Cuyamaca Rancho State Park

Granite Springs Trail Group Camp

39mi from Coronado · in Cuyamaca Rancho State Park

Merigan MAU Volunteer Camp

39mi from Coronado · in Cuyamaca Rancho State Park

Mickey James Volunteer Camp

39mi from Coronado · in Cuyamaca Rancho State Park

Stories from the community

Lisa

2 days ago

30 ft travel trailer

9 nights at Thompson Palms Campground

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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Joseph

6 days ago

Weekend Trip to Hideout Mountain Lodge

Great, cozy place to stay. Very welcoming, and only wish we stayed longer! :)

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Laura

1 week ago

With kids

Weekend Trip to Hideout Mountain Lodge

Cleanliness, comfort and close to home, perfect retreat at an affordable price

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E. Thiago

1 week ago

Tent

With pets

2 nights at Hideout Mountain Lodge

Secluded, good for a family trip. Would recommend putting a grill as other campsites had one, but 16 did not. Definitely look into the weather to take proper gear and all equipment needed. Would come back if given the opportunity again.

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Joy

1 week ago

Tent

3 nights at Hideout Mountain Lodge

Cove #1 and 2 are quite spacious and tucked under the shade of large Oak trees, great for staying cool on hot days, maybe not so great if you need to recharge batteries with solar. Showers and toilets are a short walk away. All of the campsites aren't far from the main road so there is considerable road noise during the day, but it quiets down to almost none at night. There are so many stars visible after dark, it's magical. I didn't have the opportunity to meet the property manager, but I did notice him assisting other guests and the housekeeper, Janice watched out for me as a solo female camper, even bringing me leftovers from her Thanksgiving dinner. :)

T.C.

1 week ago

18 ft Class B

1 night at King Creek Campground

Rugged and remote location with lots of space to explore. The old dam is super cool. I spent two nights there and had fun adventures. Hosts are very cool with an interesting backstory. The dirt road is pretty steep in parts, so you gotta know what you're doing with a heavy vehicles.

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Doug

1 week ago

13 ft travel trailer

With pets

1 night at Wilson Hill Retreat

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.

Please be mindful that we have neighbors on the South side behind that stick, compost fence.

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Tove

2 weeks ago

16 ft car

1 night at Ranch Blooms

Convenient for overnight stay. Super friendly host:)

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Isaac belmontes

2 weeks ago

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to King Creek Campground

Super awesome place. First time camping with kids and it was very nice experience.

Thomas

2 weeks ago

Weekend Trip to Hideout Mountain Lodge

This mountain retreat was perfect for a weekend getaway. It was close enough to Julian but away from the crowds. The host was super responsive as well!

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Jeffrey

3 weeks ago

Tent

3 nights at Whiteside Mountain

A very unique and beautiful spot to pitch your tent. The quiet was deafening, the views amazing. You can watch both the sunrise and sunset from the mountain top. The huge pergola provided space for a large picnic table with benches, a counter with sink and food prep areas plus a stove and propane. Two Adirondack chairs provide front row seats to the surrounding hills and rock formations, with the view extending all the way to the Pacific Ocean. The flush toilet perched on the side of a huge boulder was certainly one, of many elements, that made this spot so unique. Having this mountain top camp spot all to ourselves made this a most memorable experience. One more item, take seriously the 4WD, high clearance vehicle requirement. Thanks Steve for sharing Whiteside Mountain.

Michelle

3 weeks ago

Tent

With kids

2 nights at Magical Harrison Serenity Ranch

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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Katherine

3 weeks ago

16 ft car

1 night at Ranch Blooms

Easy to find spot, instructions were clear and straightforward. No issues camping for the night!

Jameson

3 weeks ago

15 ft campervan

1 night at Wilson Hill Retreat

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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Sara

3 weeks ago

With pets

1 night at Campo Nopalito

Had a great time. Tent was clean and comfortable. The kitchen had everything we would have ever needed. We made pizza, tea, and breakfast. The bathrooms were clean. My only complaint would be that the showers were cold. We tried morning and night and there was no hot water. Would come back again. My daughter loved pointing out all of the avocados on the property.

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Joelle

3 weeks ago

With pets

Weekend Trip to Magical Harrison Serenity Ranch

We had an amazing time glamping at Vicki’s. The stars were amazing, the forest calming, and we loved the yoga deck. Vicki was easy to communicate with and very helpful. The land is magical! The beds were super comfy and my young children and older dog really enjoyed themselves. Amazing adventure just over an hour away from home. Warning- we did use our 4 wheel drive to get around certain areas (and we loved it). Not the place to drive a lowriding car. We will most definitely be back!

Ronald

3 weeks ago

22 ft campervan

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Magical Harrison Serenity Ranch

My girlfriend and I had an amazing time at Harrison Serenity Ranch. From the moment we arrived, Vicki welcomed us with so much kindness and made us feel right at home. The property is absolutely beautiful — the views are unbelievable, especially at sunset, and the whole place has a peaceful, secluded vibe that’s perfect for getting away from everything. We also loved meeting the resident pig, who was surprisingly friendly and made the stay even more memorable! The campground was clean, quiet, and thoughtfully set up, and you can tell the hosts genuinely care about the land and the experience they provide. Highly recommend this spot to anyone looking for a relaxing, unique getaway. We’ll definitely be back!

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Quinn

3 weeks ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to King Creek Campground

Lovely spot. Perfect for stargazing! Just a tip-if you click on the map it will not take you to the correct place but if you directly plug in a ur coordinates, it’s perfect!

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Christine

3 weeks ago

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Santa Ysabel Dark Sky Retreat

Camping on Jeff’s land was the perfect peaceful weekend getaway. Stargazing was exceptional (even w/ a bright moon). I think we caught the end of the Southern Taurid meteor showers—saw my first meteor fireball! In the past, I’ve always camped at campgrounds shared with others so the level of privacy provided by being the only campers on Jeff’s land is absolutely incredible. You take a small set of stairs down to the campsite, which is right off the main dirt road. The campsite is right alongside the road, but it’s at a lower level and never impacted our sense of privacy. I rarely noticed cars going by and when they did, they drove respectfully slow so it wasn’t very noticeable. We felt comfortable letting our dog roam freely and he had a blast exploring the grounds. The porta potty is a short ~1 min walk further down the same dirt road so it’s super close by (also the cleanest porta potty I’ve ever been in which was greatly appreciated). At the campsite itself, there is a table, a few chairs, two hammocks, a putting green (but we didn’t set it up), water tank, gas stove (we brought propane), and a gated pet pen. Note: 3 tents could fit but a large portion of the campsite is slightly sloped. We ended up moving our tent to the flat concrete slab the 2nd day which made for a much better night sleep. I also highly recommend hiking the Eagle Rock Trail that Jeff suggests. Six miles round trip but definitely worth it. We will definitely be coming back!

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Marc

3 weeks ago

With pets

Weekend Trip to Campo Nopalito

My wife and I along with our two dogs had a wonderful time at the Nopalito farm. The entire setting from the communal outdoor kitchen to the shower and outdoor seating areas were great. Jacob and his parents worked diligently to make all guests stay most comfortable. We definitely plan to come back.