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Yucaipa Regional Park accepts pets with a modest $1 per pet per night fee while providing full hookup RV sites with picnic tables and grills. The spacious campsites offer excellent separation between neighbors, giving pet owners ample room for their animals to relax without disturbing others. Lake Perris State Recreational Area Campground also welcomes pets, featuring both tent and RV sites with amenities including electric hookups, showers, and sanitary dump stations. Campers appreciate that many sites have partial shade, allowing dogs to stay cool during warmer months. The park's green spaces, though sometimes containing stickers that can bother paws, provide areas for brief pet walks around the campgrounds.
Hiking with dogs is particularly enjoyable at Yucaipa Regional Park, where access to the Zanja Peak Trail offers panoramic mountain views appropriate for leashed pets. The three fishing lakes create scenic walking paths for morning and evening dog walks, though pets must stay leashed at all times within park boundaries. Dogwood Campground, located about 40 minutes from Calimesa, offers another pet-friendly option with firewood available on-site and a market for last-minute pet supplies. Local campers frequently use Yucaipa Regional Park as a convenient weekend getaway that allows them to bring their dogs while still having access to urban amenities. During summer months, owners should monitor ground temperatures as paved areas can become hot enough to injure paw pads.
"Already been here twice once in 01/25 and 11/25 great campsite some have access to running water facet if not there are some that are close by, have also close by trash bins, has a little shop near by"
"It is right next to the lake which has a swimming area, bike path, climbing area, Hiking trails, along with a camp store which has boat rentals and much more! "
from $25 - $300 / night
Check Availability"The green spaces are full of stickers and mostly unusable for things like walking dogs, kids playing. I was charged junk fees. $7 to make the reservation myself online and then $1 per pet, per night."
"There’s no larger wildlife, like bears, so less stressful when you have pets or kids. Plenty of space to bring bikes and ride around."
"Most of the sites have incredible views looking out over Lake Hemet and of the San Jacinto mountains."
"Fun off-road adventure to get to the site. Minimal sites so not much crowding."
"Each trail I used offered lovely views. This campground is huge, yet felt homey. My cat watched the squirrels play on nearby trees from the RV."
"Stayed a couple years in a row with me family. ( and dog) site large enough for two large family tents. Picnic table and fire ring."
from $40 - $81 / night
Check Availability"Very clean, dog friendly ( with dog park) helpful nice staff, propane available, small playground and swimming pool, picnic tables and grills at each site"
"The dog park was honestly amazing, I loved it & then dogs loved it."
"Big Bear Lake near by, lake level appears to be receding. Bears and coyotes in the area, recommended not to let small dogs or cats roam unattended."
"We camped just a few steps away from the lake, there were other campers there but the campgrounds are far enough away from each other."
from $44 - $91 / night
Check Availability"San Gorgonio, aptly named for the famed crown peak near by, is a nice mix of family friendly and weekend escape."
"If you live in Southern California and haven't climbed the highest peak, you need to get out there and experience nature."
from $34 - $69 / night
Check Availability"Came here for a weekend, good spot for tent camping, I went on an off trail hike, cool, fun area. Some views. Drove over to the lake but couldn’t find parking. Very quiet and clean as well."
"mountain just a short hike away from our site, #23. "
from $36 - $73 / night
Check Availability"Couple of “hidden” costs that I was surprised at- $15 “resort” fee and $5 per dog… so was a bit on the pricey side, but the amenities were nice"
from $58 / night
Check Availability"We were tucked up into the hill side with neighbors far enough sway to make it very private. There were no showers so we brought our travel one and hung it from a branch."
"We arrived at Hanna Flat campground around 11 am on Friday, August 21. First thing about the campground is that the road to get to it is pretty rough."
from $33 - $67 / night
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TravelerComfortable partial hookup sites, pet friendly, and nice people. Theres a dog park next door. The bathrooms are clean, and the laundry facilities work well (although coin only, no cards).
RangerVery clean, dog friendly ( with dog park) helpful nice staff, propane available, small playground and swimming pool, picnic tables and grills at each site
GuideNot a very attractive drive in. Lots and lots of trash in the shrubbery and fields along the highway. Reservation and check in was easy. Staff were very friendly and accommodating. The RV park itself is attractive and seems to be fairly well maintained. It seems there are two rv areas. A lower older area and an upper newer and more attractive area. We were in the older area. Site was gravel with a small concrete area. Unfortunately, no one there seems to care about the dog poop everywhere (not exaggerating!). We and the people behind us parking had to clean dog poop off our site before we could set up. When walking our dog we saw poop everywhere. Dog park was ok, but on the small side and would be better with a gravel base instead of the dirt (very, very dusty and results in a dirty, dusty dog). There is a huge field adjacent and owned by the rv park that you can walk and or run your dog. But also full of poop. Bathroom smaller, older in the lower area. Much nicer, more modern bathrooms in the newer area. Two laundry rooms but no front loaders and the older laundry room only had two washers and two dryers. Can use quarters or an app. Pool and spa seemed pretty popular but we didn’t use. Area could really use some lighting at night. Very dark with minimal lighting in the older section. Trash is picked up every morning if you leave outside your site.
GuideSuper friendly staff, super clean, 2 dog parks, offers really good wifi & cable. Can pick the oranges out of the tree
GuideBeing reasonably close to our home base, we frequent this park with the family. Major grocery and shopping establishments are nearby, with Target directly across the street, In-n-Out, local parks, and the like. Our kids love the pool area, grandparents love the pickleball courts, and there are always fun activities to do throughout the year. Full-timers are friendly and inclusive of newcomers and passer-throughs. Dog parks are clean and located at either corner of the park. The entrance security kiosk is staffed 24/7, and they'll even help spot you while parking your rig. We cannot say enough good things about this place.
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Legend🔹location in front of Pala Casino. 🔹Great guest services. Full hookups sites. Propano fills available. The spot are big as well, each spot have a picnic table! Resort-style amenities. Nice Pool, kids playground and dog park great! Near Gas station and small market! 🔹We sure
will stay again and recommend
GuideI had site 126 in the fields, corner site and lake view. This campground has a pool, splash pad, park, dog park and access to the lake. They also have a band on Saturday nights. The only bad part is they strictly enforce quiet time at 10pm. I felt like a kid being told to go to bed. I feel like on weekends people should be able to stay up late in front of their camper with low voices. Shouldn’t be hounded night after night! That was my only complaint.
GuideRV Park full of residence and full timers. Will accommodate one or more nights. Good place to recharge and do laundry. Everything looks mostly clean and the pool was nice too. Small dog park with real grass.
RangerThis campground was small, but cozy. They have an unheated pool (which looked a little dirty) no hot tub, and about 3 recreational rooms. One had a pool table with a comfy looking couch, and the other had tables for card playing.
There was a dog park outside, but not much more. There was a picnic table and a grill in just about every spot.
Water pressure was fantastic, and I got t-mobile cell service here.
Near Calimesa, California, camping options range from mountain retreats at 7,000+ feet elevation to lower desert-adjacent sites around 2,500 feet. Temperature variations can be significant with summer days reaching 90°F at higher elevations while dropping to near freezing in fall nights. Most pet-friendly campgrounds near Calimesa require leashes no longer than 6 feet and limit pets to developed areas.
Hiking at Thomas Mountain: Head to Thomas Hunting Grounds Yellow Post Campites for solitude and views. "Beautiful hiking trails and wildlife. I didn't want to leave! Make sure you have a vehicle that is 4WD - getting up the mountain is long and rugged," notes Katie S. The area offers primitive camping with beautiful mountain vistas.
Fishing at multiple locations: Lake Perris State Recreational Area Campground provides reliable catches according to John H., who reports, "This lake has been good to me and my friends, always catch something, maybe not a lunker but fun." For additional fishing spots, Jenks Lake is about a 45-minute drive from some Calimesa-area campgrounds.
Mountain biking access: Many campers bring bikes to explore the extensive trail systems. At Heart Bar Campground, Ricky S. mentions the "Alpine bike path!" as a standout feature. The area connects to several established mountain biking routes suitable for various skill levels, with most trails being intermediate difficulty.
Privacy between sites: At Hanna Flat Campground, campers appreciate the layout. "Campground feels very secluded and the sites are far apart," notes Spencer U. Most sites feature natural barriers of trees and brush creating separation between neighbors.
Clean facilities: Bathroom cleanliness stands out at Dogwood where Jeremiah F. reports, "Facilities were well kept and clean." The campground maintains flush toilets year-round except during drought conditions, when portable toilets are provided instead.
Bear boxes for food storage: Safety features like secure food storage appeal to campers. At Dogwood, one reviewer noted, "Each campsite has a bear box to store food." These metal storage containers measure approximately 3 feet wide and keep food safe from wildlife while camping in bear country.
Cell service variability: Connectivity changes dramatically depending on your location. At San Gorgonio Campground, Nick L. warns the campground "does have cell reception (unfortunately)" - good for emergencies but perhaps unwanted for those seeking digital detox.
Early morning noise: Be aware of potential disruptions to sleeping in. At Lake Perris, Hanjun W. notes, "The only downside is that the staff starts cutting trees at 8 a.m., making a lot of noise." Similar maintenance activities happen at many campgrounds during morning hours.
Road conditions: Access to some campgrounds requires preparation. For Thomas Hunting Grounds, Katie S. advises, "Make sure you have a vehicle that is 4WD - getting up the mountain is long and rugged." Several campgrounds in the area require driving on dirt or gravel roads with various states of maintenance.
Playground access: Banning Stagecoach KOA offers family-friendly amenities. Charlott K. describes it as a "Cute campground with good park and pool and dogpark." The playground provides entertainment for younger children when not exploring nature.
Bike-friendly campgrounds: Several campsites have paved roads ideal for kids' bikes. At Yucaipa Regional Park, Mary F. explains, "Plenty of space to bring bikes and ride around. There's a large community park right next-door where you can go and play baseball, basketball, sand volleyball, or frisbee."
Wildlife viewing opportunities: The meadow at Heart Bar Campground attracts wildlife. Nick L. notes it "sits right over a small meadow that borders the San Gorgonio wilderness" and is "excellent for wildlife viewing," making it perfect for introducing children to nature observation. Deer are commonly seen grazing at dusk.
Site leveling challenges: At Lake Perris, Troy A. mentions, "A lot of spaces are unleveled but it's not a deal breaker for me." Bring leveling blocks as many campsites throughout the area have slight to moderate slopes.
Limited hookups at some locations: Services vary widely between campgrounds. Troy A. notes at Lake Perris, "A cool spot but no sewage and WI-FI is kind of inconvenient." Plan accordingly with appropriate tank capacity if staying at campgrounds without full hookups.
Concrete pad availability: For stable RV setup, Paul C. at Yucaipa Regional Park notes, "Large concrete pads that can handle any rig." These concrete foundations provide stability even during rain and prevent sinking in soft ground that can occur at other campgrounds in the area.
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