The best star host campgrounds near Coronado, California

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.

Wendy

2 weeks ago

8 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to Hidden Waters

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

20 nights at Thompson Palms Campground

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.

lauren

2 weeks ago

15 ft travel trailer

7 nights at Wild Seeds Ranch

Loved staying here. Hosts are helpful and friendly as are their fur babies. Definately recommend!

Lisa

2 weeks 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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Devon

3 weeks ago

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to King Creek Campground

The space was peaceful and secluded; exactly what I wanted from an escape from the modern world. Carlotta was very kind and helpful. There is so much land to explore that I will have to return to explore the rest.

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KIMBERLY

3 weeks ago

With pets

1 night at Campo Nopalito

Stayed one night in Roadrunner with my dog Poppy. The farm is really beautiful and well-kept. We had a cozy night of sleep and we loved hanging out with Gertie the farm dog. I live 40 mins away but this was the perfect getaway from the city. Lots of bird spotting and a beautiful sunset. The kitchen has everything you need. Will definitely return!

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NOE

3 weeks ago

Tent

With pets

3 nights at Whiteside Mountain

Absolutely beautiful, Very private and quiet. Expect to see wildlife, deer, coyotes, rabbits, etc. The cave is located in the other side of the hill top behind the water tank (go right). The road is a bit rough to get there so 4x4 or AWD definitely required. Other than that, you will love the landscape. If you want to escape to town its just a quick drive for decent dining options, we went to Hooleys. Would definitely come back.

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Victoria

3 weeks ago

Tent

With kids

3 nights at Loomerland Ranch and Retreat

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!

mario

3 weeks ago

With pets

Weekend Trip to Campo Nopalito

Really enjoyed and loved the stay and Noplatio Farms. The Roadrunner site is Seriously such a perfect getaway. Just enough space from the other sites . The host Jacob was great very friendly and attentive. Great place for dogs my little pug just ran all day . He had a blast . Definitely coming back

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Joy

3 weeks ago

Tent

With kids

3 nights at Loomerland Ranch and Retreat

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

3 nights at Loomerland Ranch and Retreat

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.

Kaitlyn

3 weeks ago

2 nights at Starlight Outpost | Stargazing Stay

Had an amazing stay! From the moment we pulled in I was in love! Had everything we needed to be comfortable. The night time vibes were amazing with the lighting and adorable decor. Don’t forget your warm clothes though, it was definitely colder then I expected but the heated bed made sleeping cozy!

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JOY

3 weeks ago

16 ft car

4 nights at Wild Seeds Ranch

I absolutely loved my stay at Wild Seeds Ranch on the Nomad site! The option for electricity was a complete game changer—it kept my phone and lights fully charged and made my stay so much easier and more comfortable. Lexi is a wonderful hostess! She was incredibly attentive to all my texts and made me feel welcome from the moment I arrived. The hospitality here is unmatched, and I was so grateful for the invite to the community Thanksgiving feast. Everyone was so warm and welcoming—it truly felt like being part of a little family. Waking up to the gorgeous views each morning was such a treat. The sound of the birds and the peaceful rhythm of ranch life made the entire experience feel authentic and refreshing, especially compared to my usual day-to-day in the city. I will definitely be staying again. Highly, highly recommend!

T.C.

November 2025

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.

Chris

November 2025

14 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to Ranch Blooms

Nice, quiet place to stay with peaceful paths and benches and succulents amongst boulders.

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Charlie

November 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Campo Nopalito

Had a great time staying here with my girlfriend and lab. Jacob was more than welcoming and was happy to answer any questions i had. Truly memorable experience and would love to say again soon

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

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Tove

November 2025

16 ft car

1 night at Ranch Blooms

Convenient for overnight stay. Super friendly host:)

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catherine

November 2025

Weekend Trip to 2 Sites-Vintage Trailer/Roomy Loft

I loved the location, decor, and privacy all in an urban space. Would recommend if you just need to crash and wanna see this beautiful part of California. I do wish the oven was functional so only cook stove top while your there. Best cozy vibes!

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Isaac belmontes

November 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to King Creek Campground

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