Established Camping
Crestline Group Campground
Crestline Group Campground is located in the Cleveland National Forest, featuring hilly terrain with a mix of trees and open spaces. The area experiences temperature highs around 85°F in summer and lows near 40°F in winter. Visitors can explore nearby attractions such as Lake Henshaw and the Palomar Observatory.
Description
Overview
Crestline Group Campground is located in a wooded area on Palomar Mountain, at approximately 5,390 feet in elevation. Many trees including Black Oak, Cedar, White Fir and Live Oak surround the site. Crestline Group Campground is a convenient place for large families, church groups and other social gatherings of up to 50 people. The facility is a popular recreation site for visitors going to the Palomar Observatory, a world-class center of astronomical research by the California Institute of Technology in North San Diego County. Hiking, biking and picnicking are available nearby.
Recreation
The campground makes a good base camp for visiting the Palomar Observatory Visitor Center and Palomar Mountain State Park or exploring the surrounding forest. Day hiking, backpacking, biking, picnicking and scenic driving are available in the area.
Facilities
The accessible site is equipped with several picnic tables in the campground and cooking area, as well as an accessible vault toilet. RVs with a maximum length of 27 feet can be accommodated. No electricity.
Natural Features
The campground sits at an elevation of 5,390 feet in the Palomar Mountains of Southern California. The site is forested but has plenty of open space for star gazing and playing.
Nearby Attractions
The campground is adjacent to Palomar Mountain State Park and less than a two-hour drive from San Diego, California.
Location
Crestline Group Campground is located in California
Directions
From San Diego, California, follow U.S. Highway 15 north to State Highway 76. Proceed east to County Road S6. Take S6 north to the top of Palomar Mountain. Group campground is at the junction of County Roads S6 and S7.
Address
RAMONA
CA
Coordinates
33.3127778 N
116.8647222 W
Drive Time
- 1 hr 3 min from San Diego
- 1 hr 45 min from El Centro
- 2 hrs from Los Angeles
- 2 hrs 47 min from Yuma
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 user
AT&T5GGood Coverage
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
- Pets
For Vehicles
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
