Best Glamping near Campo, CA

Lake Morena County Park houses upscale glamping accommodations in Campo, California that blend outdoor adventure with modern comfort. The park's glamping options provide electricity, comfortable beds, and resort-style amenities within minutes of hiking trails and lake activities. "This was a hidden gem. It was clean, well maintained and the rangers continually patrol the camp. The views of the lakes and mountains are breathtaking," one visitor noted, highlighting the natural beauty surrounding the accommodations. San Diego County Lake Morena County Park also offers glamping-style cabins with electricity and water hookups, providing a more luxurious alternative to traditional camping. The canvas structures and upgraded cabins feature picnic tables, fire rings, and access to clean shower facilities, creating a comfortable basecamp for exploring the natural surroundings.

Wildlife viewing opportunities abound directly from the glamping sites, with eagles, wild turkeys, and other animals regularly spotted by guests. According to a camper, "We saw woodpeckers, cowbirds, bright yellow orioles, wild turkeys, and several other species right by our campsite." The glamping resorts maintain well-kept bathrooms and showers, with rangers providing regular patrols for safety. Most accommodations are available year-round, with peak seasons running spring through fall when temperatures are most comfortable. Nearby attractions include Campo Creek Winery, hiking opportunities along the Pacific Crest Trail, and fishing access at Lake Morena. The safari tent and cabin accommodations typically require reservations through San Diego County's booking system, with options for both weekday retreats and weekend getaways.

Best Glamping Sites Near Campo, California (28)

    1. Lake Morena County Park

    15 Reviews
    Campo, CA
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (877) 565-3600

    $24 - $34 / night

    "Our site had electricity and water, a fire pit, and a picnic table. There were plenty of sites to go around. The rangers were helpful and the facilities were very well maintained."

    "Music must be off by 10, and there is a ranger who comes around to make sure of it. Fires out by 11. Campsites have a picnic table and fire ring. Water and electric hookups."

    2. Burnt Rancheria Campground

    23 Reviews
    Mount Laguna, CA
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (619) 473-0120

    $35 / night

    "And others felt much more secluded in the forest. Also, there was a great difference in the amount of shade and flatness available."

    "Bathrooms were clean; some are pit toilets and others are flush and even have showers. All sites have a picnic table and fire pit, plus there are lots of potable water spigots throughout."

    3. El Prado Campground

    22 Reviews
    Mount Laguna, CA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (619) 473-2082

    $35 / night

    "This was a great place to disconnect and was close to SD. It was an easy and scenic drive up."

    "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."

    4. San Diego County Lake Morena County Park

    8 Reviews
    Campo, CA
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (619) 579-4101

    $24 / night

    "The Lake Morena campground is well-kept and relaxing. It has a variety of sites including full-hookup, partial hookup, and tent only."

    "It's a small multi-functional burger grill, ice cream store, convenience store, and well-stocked (if your beer tastes run solely to IPA) beer/wine store."

    5. Potrero County Park

    7 Reviews
    Potrero, CA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (619) 478-5212

    $30 / night

    "Pretty place with fire pits, picnic tables, trails, playgrounds, bathrooms, pay showers, and friendly staff."

    "There a play park for the kids and an exercise path for the adults. The bathrooms are clean and there is electrical and water hookups. It makes for a quick getaway from the city."

    6. Boulder Oaks Eqst

    4 Reviews
    Campo, CA
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (619) 445-6235

    $25 - $50 / night

    "Found this spot after being turned away from lake Moreno campgrounds. Plenty of room for our trailer and enough space between sites to feel like we were alone out here."

    7. BOULEVARD / CLEVELAND NATIONAL FOREST KOA HOLIDAY

    4 Reviews
    Boulevard, CA
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (619) 766-4480

    $75 - $85 / night

    "Every building is relatively new and the showers, laundry and common building facilities are in top notch condition."

    "Every one of the staff was friendly, helpful and seemed like they loved working there!! Extra props to James and Gabriel for their hard work and new friendships! We will DEFINITELY be visiting again!"

    8. William Heise County Park

    46 Reviews
    Julian, CA
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (760) 765-0650

    $24 - $34 / night

    "Table and fire pit at each site.  Hiking available walking distance from camp, trails leading out of camp. Family friendly environment."

    "The drive up was amazing. They had plenty of water to wash and drink with a lot of bathrooms as well. You can walk trails, stargaze, take your bikes around and so much more!"

    9. San Diego County Potrero Regional Park

    3 Reviews
    Potrero, CA
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (619) 478-5212

    "Nice spacious sites at this county run campground near the border. Lots of shade trees. Trails, playground, cabins for rent and pavilion that can be rented for large group meetings/dinners."

    "This was my first experience in California after three prior stays in Texas and Arizona. The San Diego County system centrally handles reservations of its campgrounds, which was fortunate for me."

    10. Agua Caliente County Park Campground

    21 Reviews
    Mount Laguna, CA
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (760) 765-1188

    $29 - $75 / night

    "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."

    "we love coming here to camp in the winter when the heat isnt too bad. the pools are fun for the whole family. the campground can be loud but its family friendly so that's a plus."

Show More
Showing results 1-10 of 28 campgrounds

2025 Detourist Giveaway

Presented byToyota Trucks

Review Campgrounds. Win Prizes.

Enter to Win


Glamping Reviews near Campo, CA

405 Reviews of 28 Campo Campgrounds


  • Moriah M.
    Nov. 24, 2020

    Lake Jennings

    Great Campsite

    Lake Jennings Campground is a great campsite tucked away in Lakeside, CA. There are a good amount of campsites, and plenty with great views of the lake (“Preferred View” sites). We stayed in site 91 for 4 nights from Monday to Thursday night while the campground was pretty empty. I imagine it would be a little louder when it’s at full capacity, but we had no noise issues from fellow campers. However, there was plenty of random noise from the military helicopters that randomly flew overhead. It wasn’t disruptive, just unexpected. This campground is not secluded by any means, so the air traffic shouldn’t be a surprise. Honestly, it’s hard to go anywhere in San Diego County without air traffic interruptions.

    We chose Site 91 because it was at the top of a moderate hill at the end of the road, in an attempt to experience reduced traffic from other campers. The site was a Preferred View site and it did not disappoint! Views of the lake at sunrise and sunset were amazing and made for the perfect vista from our RV bed. An added benefit of the Preferred View sites is the privacy since no one is camped behind you. Our particular site even had useful shrubbery on each side to create a quasi sense of privacy between sites. Each site has a nice little fire pit and picnic table, and there was plenty of room for a second vehicle in addition to our van.

    There are plenty of restroom facilities sprinkled throughout so nothing is inconvenient. The restrooms are individual bathrooms with showers that are hot and NOT coin operated, so enjoy a full hair washing session if there’s not a line. The only caution: pincher bugs. Just brush them off and go about your business. But like everything, check the toilet seat and your clothes before proceeding.

    Finally, internet service was great for Verizon. We got 23 Mbps with 3 bars of 4G LTE unboosted, and 69 (!!!) Mbps with 5 bars using a simple MIMO antenna. We live and work in our RV (20’ Class B) full time, so this was crucial. The staff was also great. They were regularly driving by, cleaning or maintaining the grounds. In the end, we will definitely camp here again.

  • cal K.The Dyrt PRO User
    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.

  • E
    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.

  • Matthew D.
    Jun. 26, 2017

    William Heise County Park

    Fire pits too close to eachother

    Stayed in site #73 this past weekend. I wouldn't recommend that spot. It is too close to #74. They are both large spots but the actually fire pits are too close to eachother. Luckily there was a nice family staying next to us so we hardly noticed them. Had they been too loud it could have ruined the trip. Also this spot had very little shade in the afternoon when the sun was the hottest.

    The bathrooms were shut down for maintenance in that loop so they offered portable toilets which got full quick. The hand washing station ran out of water the second day and was never refilled so you had to go back to your site to wash your hands. The running water coming from the spigot was orange and frothy and had a sign saying not to use it for drinking.

    The hiking trail that was near by was the best part. Tons of wildflowers everywhere and beautiful views.

    I probably won't come back to this campground next time I got camping. There are campgrounds closer to San Diego that are have bigger sites.

  • K
    Jun. 23, 2021

    El Prado Campground

    Great short stay

    This was a great place to disconnect and was close to SD. It was an easy and scenic drive up. Each camp site was large and had privacy but since it was hilly, some sites may have few flat spaces to pitch a tent.

  • Shainna M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 3, 2023

    Dos Picos County Park

    Gorgeous!

    Great county park. Quiet and well maintained. Pay showers. $29/ night. Pets welcome. Fire pits and picnic tables at each site. Tent camping available as well.

  • Dani P.
    Jul. 14, 2019

    William Heise County Park

    Forest and Mountains just a couple hours from the city

    Sweet campground with pines trees and a mountain feel. Table and fire pit at each site. 

    Hiking available walking distance from camp, trails leading out of camp. Family friendly environment. Can get busy in the summer, so be sure to leave it just as beautiful or better than before you arrived.

  • 07JKRedrock S.
    Apr. 30, 2021

    Dos Picos County Park

    Great little gem in SD County

    The missus and I decided to do a midweek overnight escape and chose Dos Picos Park due to its close proximity.

    Great little campground with partial (electricity & water) hookups. Don't know if the tent only sites have these. On-site dumping available, if you need it. Ok(ish) flushing restrooms and showers available. Better than a pit toilet!! Plenty of shaded spots with some mature trees around the campground. Firepits and picnic tables on each site. Trails all around to hike as well as a catch and release pond on grounds. Rangers were pretty adamant about quiet time starting at 10 pm. Rangers were super friendly, too.

    One little gotcha, for me at least. There's no smoking of any product nor e-cig use allowed on the grounds. I personally look forward to enjoying a cigar around the campfire at the end of the day. Bummer but not a deal breaker.

  • Jimmy M.
    Mar. 23, 2023

    San Diego Metro KOA

    Great place to chill

    Great place to relax and enjoy a beautiful campground. Heated pool, jacuzzi, bike rentals, and more. They loan you fire pits if you don’t have one. And deliver wood to your site. There is even a cafe if you don’t feel like firing up the grill.


Guide to Campo

Lake Morena County Park sits at an elevation of 3,000 feet in the eastern foothills of San Diego County, offering a unique climate transition between desert and mountain terrains. Temperatures range from 40-90°F depending on season, with summer highs regularly exceeding 85°F. The area features oak woodland habitat with periodic droughts affecting lake water levels and camping conditions.

What to do

Hike the Pacific Crest Trail: Access this famous trail directly from Burnt Rancheria Campground, where multiple campsites connect to trailheads. The PCT runs through the campground, providing both day hiking options and longer routes. "Awesome spaces, some right next to the PCT. Try to go in fall. Seems like it's full of great people too, everyone we met was friendly," notes one visitor.

Visit Campo Creek Winery: Located just a short drive from glamping accommodations near Campo, this small winery offers tastings and vineyard views. The boutique operation provides a relaxing afternoon activity when taking a break from outdoor adventures.

Explore historic sites: The Campo area contains several points of historical interest including the Pacific Southwest Railway Museum. "Easy drive to Campo with its historic train rides and museum @ the old Campo store. Fascinating historical area including former Italian POW camp from WWII," notes a camper at San Diego County Potrero Regional Park.

Wildlife viewing: Morning and evening provide prime wildlife viewing opportunities. "We saw wild turkeys and the stars were endless," reports one camper. Another visitor at Lake Morena notes, "There must have been 100 wild turkeys that cruised thru the camp ground a few times. Pretty epic sight!"

What campers like

Natural hot springs: Agua Caliente County Park Campground offers a unique glamping experience near Campo with access to therapeutic mineral pools. "3 pools heated by the geothermal natural hot springs, one is adults only so you're not stuck hanging with the littles! Dark Sky Zone so the star gazing can't be beat!" reports one visitor.

Stargazing opportunities: The lack of light pollution creates excellent night sky viewing conditions. "No cell service so you really get to unwind," notes a visitor to Agua Caliente, highlighting the disconnected nature experience many seek when glamping near Campo.

Spacious campsites: Sites typically offer ample room between neighbors. At Potrero County Park, a visitor notes, "We had an amazing time and plenty of space for tents. Campgrounds were nice and not too crowded. Lots of shade in the RV sites and seemingly everywhere (lots of trees)."

Clean facilities: Multiple campgrounds maintain well-kept bathrooms and showers. "Bathroom clean. Lots of staff onsite. Very helpful," reports a Lake Morena visitor. Another camper at Potrero adds, "Bathrooms are clean and there is electrical and water hookups. It makes for a quick getaway from the city."

What you should know

Limited cell service: Many campgrounds have spotty or no connectivity. "No cell service other then AT&T, no over the air TV, no over the air radio. Sirius works great," reports a camper at Lake Morena County Park.

Seasonal considerations: Summer temperatures can be extremely hot, while winter brings potential for snow at higher elevations. Spring and fall offer more moderate conditions. "During this time of year, chilly nights but beautiful days. We did get rained on for a day but nothing horrible," notes a winter visitor to Lake Morena.

Reservation systems vary: Some campgrounds require advance bookings while others offer first-come, first-served sites. "Half the loops are reservations and the other half aren't, which is great for last minute planners such as myself," explains a visitor to Burnt Rancheria.

Water sources: Several campgrounds have water advisories. "There's a number of signs about the water not being potable. The ranger told us he drinks the water, and we drank it without filtering and we're fine," reports one PCT hiker.

Tips for camping with families

Playground access: Several campgrounds feature dedicated play areas for children. "The park has a play park for the kids and an exercise path for the adults," notes a visitor to Potrero, making it suitable for families seeking glamping near Campo with entertainment options.

Wildlife education opportunities: The abundant animal sightings provide learning experiences. "We saw woodpeckers, cowbirds, bright yellow orioles, wild turkeys, and several other species right by our campsite," reports a Lake Morena visitor.

Nearby attractions: El Prado Campground positions families near multiple recreation options. "There is a beautiful lake that is worth hike (walking) to and probably great to bike ride around. The hiking in Cleveland National Forest is so beautiful and we find new nooks to explore every time we go!" says one regular visitor.

Fire safety awareness: Campfire regulations change seasonally, and rangers strictly enforce rules. "Oh, fires out by 11. They're pretty strict about that time if the camp ground is busy but if it's not, they leave you alone," advises a Lake Morena camper.

Tips from RVers

Hookup availability: William Heise County Park offers RV sites with electrical and water connections. The sites are described as "roomy and fairly spread out. In other words, you don't feel like you are on top of your neighbors."

Leveling considerations: Some sites require additional work to level an RV. "Level. Clean bathrooms!! Flush toilets & 2 shower stalls," reports a Lake Morena visitor about site 77.

Water pressure issues: Water systems at some campgrounds experience pressure fluctuations. "The water pressure was at the highest 40psi and at times would go down to 0," notes one RVer who experienced challenges.

Dump station access: Several campgrounds provide dump stations for RVs. "Great hot showers and a great dump station to empty my tanks," notes a William Heise visitor who appreciated the convenience.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular glamping campsite near Campo, CA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular glamping campground near Campo, CA is Lake Morena County Park with a 4.7-star rating from 15 reviews.

What is the best site to find glamping camping near Campo, CA?

TheDyrt.com has all 28 glamping camping locations near Campo, CA, with real photos and reviews from campers.