The best safari tents near Temecula

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Rolling hills, fresh air, and sunny vineyards welcome you to Temecula. Hidden in the heart of Southern California wine country, the Temecula Valley is a hub of outdoor relaxation. When you're not wine tasting at the local wineries, find a peaceful spot for hiking, horseback riding, or fishing.

Ready to sleep among the grapevines? Make camp at one of the RV parks, lakeside campgrounds, or local farms. Beach camping is also within reach—the Pacific coast is just a short drive away. Surfing, sunbathing, and swimming are a few ways to enjoy the water.

Speaking of water, you find plenty of it right in Temecula. At Lake Skinner Recreation Area, a breezy campground hugs the shore with full hookup sites. Hiking, horseback riding, boating, and fishing are a few ways to enjoy this SoCal oasis. Just be aware it's a no-contact lake—swimming and water skiing are out of the question. Luckily, you can always cool down at the splash pad.

Looking for more spots to cast a line? Check out Reflection Lake and Vail Lake. You can also cruise Diamond Valley Lake or explore its onshore trails.

If you're craving big adventure, set up camp in Cleveland National Forest. The desert mountain wilderness is a haven of rugged trails and campgrounds. For something a little easier, you can't beat Santa Rosa Plateau Ecological Reserve. This family-friendly spot boasts hiking trails in the foothills of the Santa Ana Mountains.

Are you feeling stoked to explore the Temecula Valley? With its great weather, this California treasure sure to steal your heart in any season. Spring through summer is the best time for green, photo-worthy vineyards. If you want to see the grape hauls of the harvest season, camp from August to October.

91% (84)

Top-rated campgrounds

Manzanita Hill Woodland Camping

1. Manzanita Hill Woodland Camping

100%
(13)
40mi from Temecula · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Julian, CA
The perfect blend of a relaxing San Diego local mountain getaway with access to nearby local attractions and restaurants! Manzanita Hill offers private camping with proximity to historic Julian, shopping, dining, and recreational opportunities. Located on over 8 acres of mountain woodlands, Manzanita Hill boasts of spectacular views of the Spencer Valley and the hills of nearby Santa Ysabel Preserve East. Bring your own tent, pull in your camper van, or book into our Safari tent, nestled in oak woodlands on a deck, with private compost toilet. Manzanita Hill is just: - a five minute drive to antique shops, Patchwork Market, cideries, farm stands, bakeries, and restaurants at Wynola Junction. - 10 minutes from historic Julian township, an old gold mining town. - A scenic 10 minute drive up Wynola Road to the Volcan Mountain Preserve trailhead, Menghini Winery, and apple orchards. - 15-20 minutes to Santa Ysabel for Julian Pie Company, Dudley's Bakery, Santa Ysabel Art Gallery, access to Santa Ysabel Preserve and Interpretive Center, Cuyamaca Lake, and more! Manzanita Hill Homestead, an early 20th century structure is under going a revival to modern homestead and community space. The surrounding woodlands are receiving some TLC focusing on forest health and wildfire prevention. There is one adventure trail onsite and a community propane fire pit (allowed when extreme heat or high winds are not forecast), because, well... s'mores.
Toilets
Showers
Trash
from 
$45
 / night
Interior of tent- Super comfortable King bed with cooling mattress for summer and electric blanket for winter.

3. Luxury Glamping - Manzanita Cove

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(7)
42mi from Temecula · 1 site · Lodging · Julian, CA
THE AREA: Tucked away under a grove of oak trees, and circled by manzanita trees, sits "Manzanita Cove". A secluded glamping site that contains everything you need, including a private (seasonal pond). This private site is provided with about 1/2 acre of seclusion and equipped with everything needed for an amazing outdoor experience. The total property is about 5 acres, but is shared with our AirBnB: "Julians Red Fox Retreat", which can be booked separately or together with our "Manzanita Cove" glamping site. Because of the shared space, we do limit the number of guests to two, and ask that you be respectful of the space and noise level when booking independently. There are several hammocks around the grounds to relax as well as a few short trails to walk. The property is about a 7 minute drive from downtown Julian. WINTER/ SPRING GUESTS: Access to the site is down a bit of a steep dirt road, so we suggest that winter and Spring campers (wet weather) have AWD/4WD or park at the top and walk down. Otherwise is it accessible by most vehicles other parts of the year. Please do not stop on the hill when leaving. You will spin your tires and damage the road.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$128
 / night
Eco Glamping Private Safari Tent

4. Eco Glamping Private Safari Tent

99%
(78)
16mi from Temecula · 3 sites · Lodging · Vista, CA
After relocating from South Africa to Southern California we searched to find the perfect property to enjoy endless mountain, ocean and sunset views and a property that was fertile enough to be able to grow our own organic food. Now that we've found and enjoy our dream property we wanted to share it in a unique and exciting way by incorporating our African background and created this Safari Eco Tent so that passionate eco minded campers can also experience this stunning property. Unplug, Relax and Unwind in this Luxury African Safari Eco tent complete with solar hot water shower, rain water catchment, state of the art compost toilet, solar electric, full bathroom kitchen & Eco Heater. Experience a bit of Africa on this 2½ acre organic property surrounded by South African Protea flowers, native sages and fruit trees. Fall asleep in your luxury queen size bed with beautiful linens and awaken to the sounds of nature, enjoy nearby beaches, Temecula wineries, Safari Park & outstanding local Vista micro breweries.
Potable water
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$175
 / night

Rolling hills, fresh air, and sunny vineyards welcome you to Temecula. Hidden in the heart of Southern California wine country, the Temecula Valley is a hub of outdoor relaxation. When you're not wine tasting at the local wineries, find a peaceful spot for hiking, horseback riding, or fishing.

Ready to sleep among the grapevines? Make camp at one of the RV parks, lakeside campgrounds, or local farms. Beach camping is also within reach—the Pacific coast is just a short drive away. Surfing, sunbathing, and swimming are a few ways to enjoy the water.

Speaking of water, you find plenty of it right in Temecula. At Lake Skinner Recreation Area, a breezy campground hugs the shore with full hookup sites. Hiking, horseback riding, boating, and fishing are a few ways to enjoy this SoCal oasis. Just be aware it's a no-contact lake—swimming and water skiing are out of the question. Luckily, you can always cool down at the splash pad.

Looking for more spots to cast a line? Check out Reflection Lake and Vail Lake. You can also cruise Diamond Valley Lake or explore its onshore trails.

If you're craving big adventure, set up camp in Cleveland National Forest. The desert mountain wilderness is a haven of rugged trails and campgrounds. For something a little easier, you can't beat Santa Rosa Plateau Ecological Reserve. This family-friendly spot boasts hiking trails in the foothills of the Santa Ana Mountains.

Are you feeling stoked to explore the Temecula Valley? With its great weather, this California treasure sure to steal your heart in any season. Spring through summer is the best time for green, photo-worthy vineyards. If you want to see the grape hauls of the harvest season, camp from August to October.

91% (84)

Top-rated campgrounds

Manzanita Hill Woodland Camping

1. Manzanita Hill Woodland Camping

100%
(13)
40mi from Temecula · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Julian, CA
The perfect blend of a relaxing San Diego local mountain getaway with access to nearby local attractions and restaurants! Manzanita Hill offers private camping with proximity to historic Julian, shopping, dining, and recreational opportunities. Located on over 8 acres of mountain woodlands, Manzanita Hill boasts of spectacular views of the Spencer Valley and the hills of nearby Santa Ysabel Preserve East. Bring your own tent, pull in your camper van, or book into our Safari tent, nestled in oak woodlands on a deck, with private compost toilet. Manzanita Hill is just: - a five minute drive to antique shops, Patchwork Market, cideries, farm stands, bakeries, and restaurants at Wynola Junction. - 10 minutes from historic Julian township, an old gold mining town. - A scenic 10 minute drive up Wynola Road to the Volcan Mountain Preserve trailhead, Menghini Winery, and apple orchards. - 15-20 minutes to Santa Ysabel for Julian Pie Company, Dudley's Bakery, Santa Ysabel Art Gallery, access to Santa Ysabel Preserve and Interpretive Center, Cuyamaca Lake, and more! Manzanita Hill Homestead, an early 20th century structure is under going a revival to modern homestead and community space. The surrounding woodlands are receiving some TLC focusing on forest health and wildfire prevention. There is one adventure trail onsite and a community propane fire pit (allowed when extreme heat or high winds are not forecast), because, well... s'mores.
Toilets
Showers
Trash
from 
$45
 / night
Interior of tent- Super comfortable King bed with cooling mattress for summer and electric blanket for winter.

3. Luxury Glamping - Manzanita Cove

100%
(7)
42mi from Temecula · 1 site · Lodging · Julian, CA
THE AREA: Tucked away under a grove of oak trees, and circled by manzanita trees, sits "Manzanita Cove". A secluded glamping site that contains everything you need, including a private (seasonal pond). This private site is provided with about 1/2 acre of seclusion and equipped with everything needed for an amazing outdoor experience. The total property is about 5 acres, but is shared with our AirBnB: "Julians Red Fox Retreat", which can be booked separately or together with our "Manzanita Cove" glamping site. Because of the shared space, we do limit the number of guests to two, and ask that you be respectful of the space and noise level when booking independently. There are several hammocks around the grounds to relax as well as a few short trails to walk. The property is about a 7 minute drive from downtown Julian. WINTER/ SPRING GUESTS: Access to the site is down a bit of a steep dirt road, so we suggest that winter and Spring campers (wet weather) have AWD/4WD or park at the top and walk down. Otherwise is it accessible by most vehicles other parts of the year. Please do not stop on the hill when leaving. You will spin your tires and damage the road.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$128
 / night
Eco Glamping Private Safari Tent

4. Eco Glamping Private Safari Tent

99%
(78)
16mi from Temecula · 3 sites · Lodging · Vista, CA
After relocating from South Africa to Southern California we searched to find the perfect property to enjoy endless mountain, ocean and sunset views and a property that was fertile enough to be able to grow our own organic food. Now that we've found and enjoy our dream property we wanted to share it in a unique and exciting way by incorporating our African background and created this Safari Eco Tent so that passionate eco minded campers can also experience this stunning property. Unplug, Relax and Unwind in this Luxury African Safari Eco tent complete with solar hot water shower, rain water catchment, state of the art compost toilet, solar electric, full bathroom kitchen & Eco Heater. Experience a bit of Africa on this 2½ acre organic property surrounded by South African Protea flowers, native sages and fruit trees. Fall asleep in your luxury queen size bed with beautiful linens and awaken to the sounds of nature, enjoy nearby beaches, Temecula wineries, Safari Park & outstanding local Vista micro breweries.
Potable water
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$175
 / night

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Experience the thrill of camping near Suicide Rock, a majestic rock formation with breathtaking views. Set up camp amidst the scenic landscapes, hike to the summit, and be rewarded with panoramic vistas.