Best Tent Camping near Banning, CA

Looking for the best campgrounds near Banning, CA? Discover secluded campsites where you can reconnect with nature. Or maybe you like to bring your family and friends along. Either way, there are Banning campgrounds just for you. Find the best campgrounds near Banning, plus reviews and photos from other campers like you.

Best Tent Sites Near Banning, California (49)

    1. Yucaipa Regional Park

    20 Reviews
    Yucaipa, CA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (909) 790-3127

    "The bathrooms are decent, no showers.

    We stayed in group campsite A. Tent camping is only allowed in group sites. They do have about 30 to 40 RV sites as well."

    "Great tent camping facilities, privacy from neighbors, access to Zanja Peak Trail head, 3 lakes for fishing, water park during the summer, and friendly helpful staff"

    2. Thomas Hunting Grounds Yellow Post Campites

    13 Reviews
    Angelus Oaks, CA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (909) 382-2882

    "These sites aren't monitored and don't have picnic tables or any amenities, although there is a restroom down the road a little ways where the campsites start, but that's it."

    "This particular site has 8 campsites which do have signs to mark the general area, although it is entirely up to you to where to set up camp in the general area."

    3. Halfway Camp

    2 Reviews
    Forest Falls, CA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (909) 382-2882

    "We decided to stay a little further back for a little more privacy from the trail above."

    "When we went there was no water flow at this camp. Campfires not allowed. Thankfully we just use our jet boils and some drylite food!"

    4. Dry Lake Backpacking Campground

    3 Reviews
    Forest Falls, CA
    11 miles
    Website

    "We got to the camping area and it's tucked in the woods so there's lots of nooks and crannies even though it's a primitive open group camping area. "

    "This is a heavily used campground by many backpackers not only trying to get away for an overnight, but also get a shot at summiting Southern California's tallest mountain, San Gorgonio."

    5. Limber Pine Bench Campground

    2 Reviews
    San Bernardino National Forest, CA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (909) 382-2882

    "It was my first backpacking campsite, and I've revisited once since then. There are lots of established campsites and they're easy to find. Expect very high winds at night."

    "The positives. Beautiful sites, lots of wildlife, plenty of trails for biking and hiking. The negatives. It was a bit of trash pretty much all over the place. The mini golf course needs maintenance."

    6. Keller Peak Yellow Post Campsites

    8 Reviews
    Green Valley Lake, CA
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (909) 382-2600

    "This campground is free with 9 camp site on a 5 mile paved road, the site's have fire ring and picnic benches, no water. Bike trail is fun and a challenge. Camp site 1,3 & 6 are very quiet."

    "Some chairs, hammock, water, and utensils were left at the picnic table. Everything was dirty so we assumed they were left by previous campers."

    7. Round Valley Campsite — Mount San Jacinto State Park

    4 Reviews
    Idyllwild, CA
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (951) 659-2607

    "we took the tram up from palm springs and backpacked to the campground before summiting up San Jacinto peak. the views were breathtaking and the elevation was a killer."

    "This Campsite is only about 2 miles from the tram but the elevation of Round Valley is 9,100 ft."

    8. Mill Creek Dispersed Camping

    5 Reviews
    Fawnskin, CA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (909) 382-2790

    "First come first served dispersed camping just outside Big Bear. Near bike trails. Was not crowded mid week, but spots were filling up closer to the weekend."

    "I went a to the second fork after the Bluff lake fork. There’s a private campground near the Bluff Lake entrance which made noises i can hear from my site which was before Bluffs lake fork."

    9. Coon Creek Cabin Group Campground

    1 Review
    Big Bear City, CA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (909) 866-8550

    $127 - $137 / night

    "Easy trail up. Great views. Intersects with PCT."

    10. Little Round Valley — Mount San Jacinto State Park

    1 Review
    Idyllwild-Pine Cove, CA
    16 miles
    +1 (951) 659-2607

    "If you're backpacking San Jacinto, this is the way to go! Take the Marion Mtn Trail that goes from Marion Mtn & Fern Basin Campgrounds and spend the night here at Little Round Valley."

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Tent Camping Reviews near Banning, CA

1620 Reviews of 49 Banning Campgrounds



Guide to Banning

Tent camping near Banning, California offers a variety of scenic locations and amenities for outdoor enthusiasts looking to immerse themselves in nature.

Tent campers appreciate these amenities

Tent campers like these nearby activities

  • Fishing and playgrounds are popular at Yucaipa Regional Park, along with access to a waterpark during the summer months.
  • Hiking enthusiasts will find plenty of trails near Keller Peak Yellow Post Campsites, offering stunning views and opportunities for exploration.
  • Mill Creek Dispersed Camping is conveniently located near bike trails, making it a great spot for those looking to combine camping with cycling adventures.

Some prices for tent camping range from $0 to $50

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular tent campsite near Banning, CA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Banning, CA is Yucaipa Regional Park with a 4.8-star rating from 20 reviews.

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