Mountain hiking enthusiasts will find Thousand Trails Idyllwild positioned at 7,000 feet elevation in the San Bernardino National Forest, surrounded by pine and spruce trees. The campground accommodates RVs, tent campers, and cabin guests across a large property with separate sections to prevent crowding. Most sites include electric and water hookups, though full hookup sites remain limited and book quickly.
Site leveling presents challenges throughout the property, with many spots requiring multiple leveling blocks for RVs. The internal road system features steep, narrow sections that demand careful navigation, particularly for larger rigs. Peter R. recommends "coming in and out from Anza passing by lake Hemet" to avoid strain on vehicles and equipment. Cell service varies significantly by location, with Verizon coverage primarily available in the lower sections of the campground.
The facility maintains clean bathrooms and shower houses, plus a seasonal market and café that opens in May. A swimming pool operates during warmer months, while the lodge provides indoor gathering space with couches and games. Wood fires are prohibited, but each site includes a charcoal grill and picnic table. The property sits close enough to Idyllwild town for supply runs yet maintains distance from main roads.
For additional camping options in the area, explore campgrounds near Idyllwild-Pine Cove.
Description
Nestled at an elevation of more than 7,000 feet, Thousand Trails Idyllwild RV Resort grounds is one of the few destinations in Southern California with all four seasons. With close to 300 sites spread over 200 acres, the Idyllwild RV campground in California is a full-service preserve with something for everyone, from basic tent camping to sites for your luxury RV. This tucked away RV campground in the refreshing California pine cove region also has cabins to rent if you prefer not to drive your own rig up the mountain. Idyllwild RV camping resort offers a wide range of activities and amenities during the summer from mid May to mid September. Our staff is always ready to show you around our RV resort in California's mountain country. RV Campground in California Mountains Whether you're planning a retreat for the whole family, a group of friends or a getaway for two, there's no shortage of unique activities to explore at Idyllwild RV Resort. Plan activities upon arrival or visit this page before your departure to plan ahead. Looking for more? Our friendly staff can fill you in on all of the great ways to make your stay a memorable experience. OFF SEASON ACTIVITY: We are open year round. However, during our off season from mid September through mid May, the pool area, restaurant, store and fishing are closed. Also, there are no scheduled activities during this time.
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Location
RV ParkThousand Trails Idyllwild is located in California
Address
24400 Canyon Trail Drive
Idyllwild, CA 92549
Coordinates
33.76629855 N
116.73239582 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 20 usersLast on 3/13/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 14 usersLast on 3/13/26
- AT&T5GGood CoverageVerified by 5 usersLast on 3/13/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 20 usersLast on 3/13/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 14 usersLast on 3/13/26
- AT&T5GGood CoverageVerified by 5 usersLast on 3/13/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 1 hr 56 min from Los Angeles, CA
- 2 hrs 2 min from San Diego, CA
- 2 hrs 27 min from El Centro, CA
- 2 hrs 44 min from Oxnard, CA
























