Reservations are available at The Secret Place, a privately operated campground in the hills above Lake Elsinore, where sites are positioned to face open sightlines toward the lake and city below. Electric and water hookups are on-site, along with showers, drinking water, WiFi, and bathrooms that reviewers consistently describe as clean and well-maintained. Pets are welcome, and campfires are permitted.
The campground sits at elevation, and campers have noted the views shift noticeably throughout the day, particularly at sunset when city lights become visible across the valley. Isidoro V. describes it as "especially during sunset and as the city lights start to twinkle." The host, Mazen, comes up repeatedly in reviews for being communicative, generous with local knowledge, and attentive to group needs. Multiple reviewers report the property has hosted groups of 25 or more across its tiered site layout, with hot showers holding up even under heavy use.
Ortega Oaks RV Park & Campground is nearby for campers who need full hookups. Ortega Falls, roughly a five-minute drive away, is a frequently recommended day outing when the waterfall is running. The campground tends to be quiet despite its proximity to the city, though crowd levels vary by season. Campers planning a first visit should confirm pricing and site availability directly, as rates are not fixed.
Description
We are temporary closed because of the recent wildfire in the area.
Welcome to The Place. We are LGTBQ and 420 friendly.
The retreat sits on 20 acres of secluded property at 3,000 feet elevation with views of Lake Elsinore and its city lights.
Guests will have access to the whole ranch and we can accommodate up to 150 Guests and plenty of parking spaces.
We also host wedding, birthday parties, music events and Camping.
The property is located 2 miles from Ortega Falls with endless hiking trails nearby and off-roading trails , the Retreat is 40 minutes to Dana point Harbor, 30 minutes to old town Temecula wineries, Pechanga casino, skydiving, hot air balloons, Glenn Ivy, Glenn Eden.
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Map & DirectionsThe Secret Place is located in California near Lake Elsinore
Connectivity
T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 2 users
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 2 users
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Market
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
Drive Time
- 1 hr 20 min from Los Angeles, CA
- 1 hr 25 min from San Diego, CA
- 2 hrs 15 min from Oxnard, CA
- 2 hrs 42 min from El Centro, CA
