Best Glamping near Anza, CA

Lake Hemet Campground and Thousand Trails Idyllwild provide luxury outdoor stays with elevated glamping accommodations in the mountain region surrounding Anza, California. Lake Hemet offers premium sites with picturesque lake views and full hookups for glamping units, while Thousand Trails features comfortable canvas accommodations set among the pine trees. Both locations maintain clean facilities with modern showers and toilets, essential for an upscale outdoor experience. The glamping sites include picnic tables for outdoor dining and fire pits for evening relaxation, blending natural surroundings with creature comforts. Spacious glamping accommodations provide a perfect basecamp for exploring the area while enjoying amenities not found in traditional camping. One guest shared, "We had such a great time at Lake Hemet Campground! The staff are so helpful and friendly and the views are just amazing and the lake is beautiful!"

Borrego Palm Canyon in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park houses distinctive eco-friendly glamping options including yurts that provide unique desert experiences with stunning landscape views. Visitors appreciate the peaceful setting and proximity to natural attractions, allowing for immersive experiences in the desert ecosystem. The park's location offers exceptional stargazing opportunities with minimal light pollution, making it popular with astronomy enthusiasts seeking premium outdoor stays. Seasonal considerations impact the glamping experience, with most visitors preferring spring and fall visits to avoid extreme summer temperatures. Fishing at Lake Hemet provides an additional activity for glamping guests, with one reviewer noting, "Really a fun lake to actually catch some fish. Kayaking, biking & boat rentals. Busy on weekends and empty during the week; it's a great place." Winter visitors to the mountain glamping sites should prepare for potential freezing temperatures, though the comfort of glamping accommodations provides a cozy retreat from the elements.

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Best Glamping Sites Near Anza, California (51)

1. Lake Hemet Campground
39 Reviews
Mountain Center, CA
6 miles
Website
+1 (951) 659-2680
$45 / night
"You can fit two 10' x10' canopies to cover the bench table, and fit 2 individual tents (4-6 person) OR a bigger 12p tent however you decide to position it. It has its own Fire pit."

"I've been coming to Lake Hemet for several years. The campground is clean and the fishing is good, most of the time."
2. Lake Skinner Recreation Area
25 Reviews
Temecula, CA
20 miles
Website
+1 (951) 926-1541
$25 - $45 / night
"The park does allow fires in the fire pits, of course. And the lake does have fish, so if you’re a fisherman you’re going to love this campground."

"Lake Skinner is spacious and can take any type of camper. Bathrooms & showers are clean. Store was well stocked. We will visit again."

3. Thousand Trails Idyllwild
10 Reviews
Idyllwild-Pine Cove, CA
13 miles
Website
+1 (888) 707-1477
"Bench and charcoal grill for each site. Seasonal market and such open may 1st."

"We really enjoyed the drive up Idylwild, beautiful scenery. I think the sites are a bit too close to each other, I would prefer more space between sites."
4. Marion Mountain
10 Reviews
Idyllwild-Pine Cove, CA
15 miles
Website
+1 (909) 382-2922
$10 / night
"Bathrooms were clean and parking was nice. Paved road all the way to your site. Not able to use fire pits due to fire restrictions."

"Dispersed due to the fact there’s only a few water spigots at select sites and the bathroom were a hike from our spot."

5. Palomar Mountain State Park Campground
15 Reviews
Palomar Mountain, CA
20 miles
Website
+1 (760) 742-3462
$40 - $130 / night
"Also, you walk down a few stone steps to pitch your tent, so your car parked a level about you on the street provides nice privacy."

"I stumbled across this campground while looking for a nearby spot to set my tent up under some trees."
6. Fry Creek Campground
12 Reviews
Palomar Mountain, CA
19 miles
Website
+1 (760) 788-0250
$15 / night
"No matter if you have good camp neighbors but if your camp neighbors starts setting up a portable chainlink fence for a cadre of dogs they are training...There are some more segregated sites near the back"

"They all have a fire pit and picnic table. I stayed at site 6. Very spacious, private and off the road. Stayed Tuesday-Thursday and we were the only campers in the entire campground."

7. Borrego Palm Canyon Campground — Anza-Borrego Desert State Park
32 Reviews
Borrego Springs, CA
27 miles
Website
+1 (760) 767-5311
$35 - $125 / night
"My practical side enjoys the clean bathrooms with hot showers and proximity to markets for refills on ice and beer."

"The other 2 sides are a bit more spread out, especially the sites on the outside of the loops. It’s well taken care of and clean."
8. La Jolla Indian Campground
20 Reviews
Palomar Mountain, CA
23 miles
Website
+1 (760) 742-1297
$40 - $120 / night
"You can camp next to it as well and get in! It’s $35 per car they do have military discount. The total of $32 with discount. They also have porta potties every few 500 feet."

"Friendly staff, beautiful beautiful location, magical in many ways. Sometimes the bathrooms we're a bit messy but never anything that was over the top they wee also very busy that weekend."

9. Catalina Spa and RV Resort
21 Reviews
Desert Hot Springs, CA
27 miles
Website
+1 (760) 329-4431
$22 - $44 / night
"We loved our location of our site, right by all the awesome amenities this place has! Our kids loved the pool and we couldn’t get enough of the hot mineral spring."

"This gem is located on the outskirts of Desert Hot Springs, CA. With two hot spring-fed pools and hot tubs (one of which is massive and SO luxe), we didn’t want to leave. Like, ever."
10. Thousand Trails Wilderness Lakes RV Resort
17 Reviews
Menifee, CA
26 miles
Website
+1 (888) 707-1477
"When you enter the park, they give you a map and you drive around and choose the site you like and park."

"In the back of a small town 2 miles behind a stater brother's. Most sites are near level on gravel and close together. Laundry uses quarters or a third party app to pay."

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Brian N.
Traveler
Apr. 25, 2015
South Carlsbad State Beach Campground
Carlsbad culvert
South Carlsbad is another Cali jem set up on a bluff overlooking the pacific. It is long and thin so it has a nice thinly populated feel. All bathrooms are clean. I was here during week of 4/20/15 and it was as nice as always. Like San Elijo it has a private feel at your site with the mature growh btw each site. You are along the rr tracks but that's a small price to access the sick beach and the incredible view. There is a nice hilton with a pool across the street. In. Are your kiddies need some creature comforts(I didn't say pool 'hopping' just using facilities as a client of the restaurant...), or daddy wants a bottle of red and a crisp flatbread without driving anywhere. There are nice a frames north and south, plenty of waves for all.
Peter R.
Guide
Apr. 25, 2021
Thousand Trails Idyllwild
Worth the drive
Staying at site #421 which I think is the best one here because none parked to the immediate sides and has a big hill on the side for exercise and adds privacy. Some sites looked uneven but this one was surprisingly even. Bench and charcoal grill for each site. Seasonal market and such open may 1st. Only WiFi in certain sections of the park Some sites seen seemed like they will only fit a smaller size RV Laundry takes quarters. Change machine inside the lodge. $2 a load. Very peaceful and quiet. Bath and laundry rooms always clean. Comfy Lodge area with two rooms with couches, fire place, tv and games.

I recommend coming in and out from Anza passing by lake Hemet, if your towing towards your max capacity. Gradual straight climb through 75% of the way. Takes about 20-30minutes longer then the other ways but work the saving the strain on your truck and drive.
Christina K.
Traveler
May. 23, 2021
Catalina Spa and RV Resort
Everything you could need
We travel Fulltime and have been to countless campgrounds and RV resorts. After spending some time roughing it in Utah this place was exactly what we needed! Christina greeted us with such kindness and attention it blew us away. We loved our location of our site, right by all the awesome amenities this place has! Our kids loved the pool and we couldn’t get enough of the hot mineral spring. The bathrooms are better than I think we’ve ever had, honestly, nice modern style, super clean and hot showers with great pressure. Laundry room was clean and conveniently located. There were more amenities like horse shoes and a really nice outdoor kitchen covered patio. What more could you ask for? I am shocked at how much you get for how much you pay! Beyond a great quality value here. I would recommend this place to anyone that is looking for a location that has easy access to Joshua tree, Palm Springs and we even took a day trip out to Oceanside. We loved our stay so much we ended up extending for a few more days. We for sure will be staying here next time we come through the area.
Alicia F.
Legend
May. 2, 2020
Oceanside RV Resort
Ocean 🌊 side
We camped here on a trip up the coast and found this spot at the end of the day. There are 5 spots where you can walk your stuff and camp right on the beach. Each spot was secluded and had a picnic table and a good size area for your tent. It’s a newer retro campground with spots for RV’s, tents, cabins and yurts. There are a lot of option and facilities with showers, bathrooms and laundry.
Alana H.
Traveler
Oct. 25, 2018
El Prado Campground
Nice getaway
This is a fairly large campground in the Laguna mountains. We hiked in and got the last walk in spot, so keep in mind that it can be busy on the weekends. The spots are fairly large and include parking, fire pits and picnic tables. Wood is available for purchase on site and kindling is easy to find. This is a nice alpine getaway with pine trees, meadows, a small lake and nearby views of the Anza Borrego desert. Located just off the PCT and other hiking trails.
cal K.
Ranger
Jan. 20, 2023
Agua Caliente County Park Campground
Large campground with lots of amenities
Lots going on here but felt peaceful midweek in Jan. 3 spring-fed pools, hot showers quarter operated, clean flush toilet bathrooms, water, hiking trails and ample roads to walk the dog on. Mountain lion country - be alert. Friendly rangers. Clean facilities and well-kept grounds. Horseshoe pits and large group picnic areas. Cute cabins for rent - no pets allowed in those. Will definitely visit again. Many of the tent sites are close together - if the campground was full you’d have little privacy but it’s a large place and there were hardly any tent campers when I was there, though more RVs and vans in the hookup section. Tent site 106 is very private. I liked 109 it was in a kind of bird thicket with privacy from the road etc.
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Elly A.
Guide
May. 20, 2019
Borrego Palm Canyon Campground — Anza-Borrego Desert State Park
Stars galore!
This campground is one of my favorites. My practical side enjoys the clean bathrooms with hot showers and proximity to markets for refills on ice and beer. My adventurous side enjoys the hikes, coyotes singing and clear skies to observe the night sky. This campground has been enjoyable every time I’ve gone. I’ve been to many campgrounds where neighbors keep you up late, but something about this location demands quiet enjoyment. Don’t get me wrong, my friends and I stay up laughing around the campfire well after sunset but everyone seems to respect the quiet hours. The sites are spacious, each with a shade ramada, grill and fire-ring. The visitors center is a must see and there are numerous hiking trails near the campground. As beautiful as the wildflowers are during a super bloom, the crowds are super distracting. March is the best time of year to go, if there is a super bloom you’ll enjoy that, if not, you’ll enjoy the solitude.
Deb S.
Traveler
May. 13, 2018
Ronald W. Caspers Wilderness Park
Remote yet close to town! Lots of acres, lots of trails, clean bathroomms
Just out of the town of San Juan Capistrano, one might think that it is too city like. Once you get into the park however, you feel like you are in a remote woods with the city far behind you. The electric hook up camp area to me unfortunately it’s too close to State Route 74 however I have never stayed there so I do not know what the noise is like. It is a nice area though and much better than camping in a trailer park that is filled with concrete. Live Oak is where my husband and I stay and I am not going to tell you the space because it is the most perfect of all. There is plenty of space between most of the campsites. It is quiet And very scenic. Upon arrival they were fliers and signs that warned us to be careful because they were mountain lions in the area. We have stayed there at least a dozen times and have never seen a mountain lion. There are also rattlesnakes and although we have never seen one, a friend who was visiting us so saw one on the road on their way to our site. We have truly enjoyed this campsite and campground. I have an area where they display the history of the area and the animals in the area. Very beautiful view as well up on the hill. Although we have never gone hiking, I hear there are many many trails that are very beautiful. I am disabled but the sides and the showers and bathrooms are very friendly to those who are disabled. This is one of my favorite campground and you don’t need to get on a year in advance to get a reservation! We did have a coyote one night in our campsite in our kitchen area, while we were sitting around the fire. Once we shooed him away, he ran off. Probably why no pets!
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Greg P.
Traveler
Oct. 29, 2019
Serrano
Words can describe this awesome time
This camp site is located walking distance to the lake. There are bike paths and walking trails located near the camp ground. The bathrooms are very well kept, everything is clean and the showers have warm water. Each camp site has more than enough room to set up tents and chairs and not feel cramped. My only ding about this campground would be the fire pits, which are 8 inches off the ground and the cooling grate is welding off to the side making inefficient to utilize for cooking. If you go during summer time there is a kayak rental shop walking distance from the camp grounds.