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Lakeside camping in LA county is possible at Bonelli Bluffs RV resort and campground in San Dimas, California! Our lush property is much more than a place to pull into and rest your head. It's a community surrounded by majestic mountain views, lush landscapes, and resort-style amenities. Vacations should feel special and revitalizing - at Bonelli Bluffs, it's easy.
We're located just 45 minutes east of Los Angeles, at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains. Here, Bonelli Bluffs offers a peaceful reprieve from city life. Come enjoy nature, relax and explore the nearby attractions in San Dimas, California. Moreover, you don't even need to leave the campgrounds to have a good time. Our amenities include a beach-front park, two sparkling pools, outdoor fire pits, and activities galore.
While the natural beauty and views bring most visitors to Bonelli Bluffs, the nearby town of San Dimas is also highly appealing. Here, and in the nearby town of Pomona, you'll discover fantastic restaurants, shops and plenty to see and do.
So, if you're looking for the perfect place to bring your RV or to pitch a tent and camp, you've found it at Bonelli Bluffs. Moreover, we offer hundreds of sites on our 2,000 acres of meticulously preserved campgrounds for RVs and tents. Visit our RV resort in San Dimas, California, to experience the beauty for yourself.
$76 - $88 / night
The Moro campground, which is located on a bluff top with unparalleled ocean views, features 27 hookup sites, 30 non-hookup tent sites, both of which include 3 ADA-accessible sites each. We also feature primitive hike-in camping in our backcountry, which has 32 sites spread out across 3 areas. Although it does require a strenuous hike, it provides a peaceful refuge from the urban surroundings.
$75 / night
Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort & Marina is located in the heart of Newport Beach CA, along the scenic Back Bay. Our laid-back lux resort offers RV campers access to the same amenities as any hotel guest plus more, including beach access, hydrotherapy pools, beachfront dining, hiking & biking trails, water sports, and one of SoCal’s largest inflatable water park (summer season). We offer planned activities for families to take part in. Allow us to be your basecamp for everything Newport Beach and Orange County has to offer.
$75 - $550 / night
All campsites at China Camp Campground are HIKE-IN SITES for tent-camping only. Visitors must handcarry all equipment from the parking lot to the campsites. Campsites range from 50-300 yards from the parking lot. Eight persons maximum are allowed in each site. Check in time is 2pm or later and check out is Noon.
Enroute camping is available for RV's with a grey water holding tank for one night only. No dump station or hook-ups are available. Enroute Camping is limited to space availability. Check in for enroute camping is 6pm and check out is 9am.
A "Hike and Bike" site is available for those who travel to China Camp on foot or by bicycle.
$35 - $175 / night
Close to Disney!
Accommodations for RVs up to 40-feet
Full hook-ups, plus 30 & 50 AMP service
Heated swimming pool- open in dry weather, $5.00 cash deposit for the key
Large laundry room
Newly remodeled shower facilities (2) located in both Men and Women's Restrooms
Wheelchair accessible bathrooms
Free wireless internet access
Mini Market
Five hole Putting Green
Gazebo Area near pool and front office with barbecues and fire pits
Clubhouse with sitting area, television, and Keurig machine
Closest RV Park located near Disneyland® Resort
Great view of Disneyland® Resort fireworks without leaving Anaheim Harbor RV Park
Tours to the most popular Southern California attractions available in our park office
Shuttle service to Disneyland® Resort- $6.00 per all day ticket via RideART system - More info
Conveniently located near local dining and entertainment
$55 - $70 / night
While the park does now have water, the showers remain closed. Water is limited, though, so please plan accordingly.
Caspers Wilderness Park is an 8,000 acre protected wilderness preserve nestled among the river terraces and sandstone canyons of the western coastal Santa Ana Mountains. The park's many fertile valleys are overtly complemented by specimen groves of native Coastal Live Oak and magnificent stands of California Sycamore. These areas are further accentuated by seasonal wildflower displays and running streams. Wildlife is abundant and can be readily viewed from any of the park's numerous trails.
$20 - $25 / night
Campsites for Tent or R.V. Camping. Every Site is furnished with water hook-ups and electrical outlets. Our Campground is also furnished with two Dump Stations for you to use at your leisure. Outdoor activities include relaxing by the creek, hiking to the Waterfall, fishing (at times) or just taking in the view of the outdoors — all conveniently located to Disneyland, Coachella, Glen Helen Amphitheater for Big concert shows and San Manual Casino and other area activities. Group Barbecue Pit - We have a large (10’ long) barbecue pit, with a winch to raise the grill, that is designed for large groups Bonita Falls Hike - Bonita Falls Waterfall (a 25 minute hike from our campground) $10.00 to park in campground if you are not camping with us Lytle Creek - Runs along the east edge of the park. It is a small creek that runs year ‘round and is a good sized stream in the spring. Let the kids get wet while you relax by the creek in the shade Nearby: Interstate 15 is six miles away (10-15 minutes). Another 4 miles will bring you to the suburbs of Rancho Cucamonga , Rialto and Fontana where there are many shopping centers, movie theaters, and restaurants. Day Excursions: Auto Club Speedway — 10 miles Disneyland — 55 miles Los Angeles — 60 miles Long Beach — 70 miles (and other beaches similar distance) Palm Springs — 75 miles Big Bear Lake — 55 miles Lake Arrowhead — 40 miles Mt. Baldy (skiing) — 35 miles San Manuel Amphitheater — 7 miles
$30 - $36 / night
Anaheim is a city in Orange County, California, best known for its family-friendly attractions and vibrant nightlife. The city is also home to the Canyon RV Park, a welcoming oasis for travelers from all over the world. Nestled in the heart of Anaheim, the Canyon RV Park offers its guests a wide range of amenities, including laundry facilities, a swimming pool, and a clubhouse. In addition, the RV Park is just a short drive from all of the city’s major attractions, making it the perfect place to stay for an unforgettable vacation. Whether you’re looking for a place to stay during your next visit to Disneyland or you’re searching for a quiet getaway, the Canyon RV Park is sure to have everything you need.
$55 - $75 / night
Launch Pointe is the Southern California RV Camping destination place to be. It was designed to provide guests with a truly unique RV resort experience. Launch Pointe is conveniently located between Los Angeles and San Diego, off the I-15 freeway.
$55 - $140 / night
Traveler
Great time “glamping”. Close to home with all the amenities!
Scout
We loved our stay! The ultimate glamping experience, everything was so cozy and beautiful.
Guide
Great clean campground, beautiful views, short walk down to the beach! Lots of hiking trils around, or take the walk across the beach to the shake shack! Definitely recommend for a local glamping trip!
Traveler
Really good site. Showers, pit toilet, running water, but it's 10$ a night. Hardly any shade unless you get a good site. However they have glamping tents and even own personal hotsprings for a ridiculous fee. I didn't stay there. There is supposed to be blm land around there but everyone keeps it a secret on how to get to where you need to go. The hotsprings is clothing optional, so if you don't mind naked people, or you wanna strip down yourself, you should go check it out 💯💯. Went in early April and it was already really warm in the area
Guide
We spent 4 nights here. The park is renovated and clean. Best laundry room I’ve seen in our travels. Sites are gravel with a concrete pad and picnic table. Each corner has a super bright street light. Thank goodness for blackout shades. The lake was closed due to algae bloom. They have a great area of vintage trailers that can be rented, as well as some super nice yurts. The restaurant was only open one of the nights we were there. Not impressive. We were the only diners there. We explored the area. As it was winter, there wasn’t much to do.
GuideMuch like most California Beach Campgrounds, it is very crowded with little privacy. The beach is great but it is basically a glorified parking lot
TravelerLuckily Booked last minute on reserve California (the worst web thing ever) on site 49. Looks like there is a oven view from every site. Close to beach and shopping.
Scout
This is a pretty great RV campground. One of the only in Southern California/Los Angeles area where you can have a fire on the beach.
TravelerParked van sideways to get more privacy and went to shower and came back to a ticket. I didn’t read the camp rules, figured you could park any way you want in your site like all the other state park in Southern California.
Traveler
Hard to beat the scenery here. Camping cliff side along the beach in Southern California. The camp grounds are a little cramped. Seem more designed for RV’s and trailers but we don’t mind. You can take dogs here and hike down to the beach from trails 1&6. Bathrooms are clean. Only outdoor showers though. I’ll go again!
Scout
Best place ever!! Tent camping, RV camping, they have a restaurant and bar, best burgers in all of southern California!! They also have a small store, there's showers, restrooms and a swimming pool! Tent camping along Santa Ana River, you can also fish and hike. So amazing and beautiful, awesome memories made!!
Guide
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. Geese send birds roam around sites. Menifee is central to the southern California mountains of north south and east in addition to the beaches 1-2hrs west.
Ranger
This is a great family campground right around the corner from Temecula, Murrietta, and Menifee. It has tent, partial, and full hookup sites along with a camp store, fishing, biking, bathrooms, and day use areas. The lake is beautiful and boating is also an option. The fishing costs an extra fee per day on top of your California State License, so it’s a bit pricy. There are also nice hiking trails near the campground.
Ranger
We have stayed at San Onofre State Beach a couple times. The campground is on the bluffs, and nearby Old Man's beach has some of the best beginner's surfing waves in Southern California. The day use area gets crowded quickly during the summer, so be sure to arrive early. If you don't want to camp on the bluffs, consider heading a bit inland to San Mateo Campground, which connects to the beach via a 1 1/2 mile nature trail. It's a bit of a walk if you are carrying a lot of gear, but much quieter and more spacious.
Traveler
We were here to visit family in California & came across this gem near our family’s home. Since we were staying for a few months it was perfect & the monthly rent was very reasonable. This park is very dog friendly. The park has 2 large green areas to walk your dogs at & a fenced in dog area in the very back (not recommended as it is not kept up). The staff here have been friendly & helpful when we have needed RV upkeep. They have a gentleman in the park whose a resident that can wash your rig for a charge & he does a great job (just ask at the front gate for his info). The market stocks just the basic necessities but it’s nice when needed. The park is clean & the garbage is picked up a few times a week. They’re are trash bins near every section of the park as well as bathroom/shower facilities with washer & dryers at most of them. We stayed for 5 months. This park is central to everything.
TravelerIt’s pretty crazy to be camping among the million dollar homes but thankful we can. It’s a beautifully maintained spot on the cliff overlooking the ocean. So much nicer than many of the Southern California beach spots in that there is a bit more space and it's much nicer than a parking lot. Plus the fantastic benefit of miles of hiking trails right from the back of the campground and the ocean and beach right in front. Something for all. And if you want to go have a posh meal or shopping that’s just a minute away too.
Be sure to go take a look at the Crystal Cove cottages while here, it’s a pretty special spot. Try and hit up the Shake Shack too!
Only downside is not being able to have a fire but we just used our propane portable fire pit. Spots in the back have hookups and spots in the front are tent. The tent spots are a bit nicer and would fit small trailers.
Guide
Located on the west side of the San Rafael/Richmond Bridge, on San Francisco Bay, this park is extremely popular with mountain bikers. There are definitely better mountain biking trails in Marin (Tamarancho Boy Scout Camp, for example) but keep in mind that the bar is very high for mountain biking in Marin. So China Camp won't disappoint even if it's not the most epic biking in the area. The trail running and hiking is great too. The campground is off the main road that parallels the bay. It's located just past a meadow, and in the (increasingly rare) wet months, there's a creek that runs through the park. The website will say the sites are "hike in", but this is not how I'd describe it. Yes, you need to park in the main lot and then carry your gear to the campsite, but it's not really a hike. More like a short walk, a quarter of a mile at best. This means you will be able to bring your fully iced Yeti loaded with tasty local microbrews to your campground. Heck, maybe you can figure out how to hitch it to your mountain bike so you can tow it in.
The park itself is classic country California - oak, madrone, and even the occasional redwood. It's often foggy in the morning, and sunny in the afternoon. You can camp here year round, and I've been here in the winter, spring and summer. I really enjoy it here when the creek is running, but even in the summer when its dry, the proximity to the bay means it probably won't get too hot. Bring your mountain bike and shoes suitable for hiking and trail running. I've never done it, but I'm pretty sure you could kayak in the bay here as well.
This park is 4 stars because one would never plan a trip to visit China Camp on its own, but it definitely would be included as part of a larger trip to Marin county. A great Marin trip would be: set up camp at China Camp, day trip to Muir Woods, day trip out to Point Reyes, half day of mountain biking in China Camp, full day of mountain biking on Mount Tamalpais, full day of mountain biking at Tamarancho. Drink plenty of local microbrews in between. For locals, this is an awesome spot located right in the Bay Area. I come here often, and I've never had a bad time.
LegendOnly open during a portion of the year this campground is the true beach camping experience. While it can be used for day use throughout the year when I first visited this area I was so upset that it was not open and instead ended up staying at another campground.
Upon my return I had to check it out and now it will be my exclusive campground when in the San Onofre area!
The views of the ocean are amazing from the sites. There are pull in spaces that you can park a small RV or adventure vehicle or green space for tents. I noticed a lot of surfers pulling in when I was there and hiking their boards down the bluff while others pulled in by the Camp Pendleton Beach front for the rocky beach shores.
The facilities include outdoor showers and sinks and nice bathrooms. It is perfect for a visit to the beach where you don't need a lot to make you happy.
Stairs stagger down the bluffs toward the beach where there is a lifeguard stand and a vast beach area for anyone wanting to brave the cold waters. It is a perfect place to catch the sunset on any given night as you can see for what seems to be eternity.
During the open season on weekends it fills up quickly, during the weekdays it is kind of busy as well but there are still some walk up spaces available. I would suggest calling for reservations in advance just to make sure.
Camping on the bluffs is a bit more expensive than I typically would be wanting to spend to stay in my tent, $40 dry camping. No hook ups are available at sites and with the exception of some picnic tables there isn't much else to talk about in way of the actual location. You will also find that there is an additional fee if you reserve online for "convenience", that was annoying but standard for all campgrounds in California.
Everyone I met there had such a chill vibe and so it made for a great camp.
One perk to the expensive fee is it does allow you access to the San Clemente beach area which has hot showers and a little different view to check out!!
TIPS:
If trying to walk in arrive early otherwise there will be little chance of snagging a spot.
Bring your firewood because there is none to forge and none available at the entrance.
Pack a wetsuit the water is COLD so if you are planning on being in and engaging in any water sports you will be thankful!!
RangerChina Camp is located in beautiful Marin County and is in close proximity to the San Rafael bridge. With several spots to hang out on the beach, you can view historical landmarks, camp out, or have a picnic right on the water. This area is easy to get to, not overly crowded, and super beautiful.
ScoutThis walk-in campground is part of China Camp State Park. Only 33 tent-only sites! Wheeled totes can be borrowed to haul your gear up some little hills to your campsite under oak and bay trees. Some sites are along a level trail. Very peaceful midweek.There is shade. Lots of wildlife! A coyote walked right by us. Brave raccoons. Yellow jackets are pesky. Quarter showers! Trees for hammocks.
China Camp was a Chinese shrimp fishing community. You can hike there from the campground (8 miles round trip) and see spectacular views of the bay and its marshlands. Trail is shared with mountain bikes and horses. Snack bar is open on weekends. Swim in the bay. Brr. Lots of picnic areas.
Amazingly, this campground is just minutes from Marin or San Rafael but you feel far away from civilization.
RangerThis is more of your traditional campground where you must carry all your food and gear to the campsite. It is a short hike from the parking lot to the camping area and the camp hosts can provide containers to carry your items. The campground was not busy and this allowed me to pick a spot hidden away from others. There are restrooms and a place to get water, but when I was there the showers were closed. There are many hiking opportunities and chances to see wildlife (deer, wild turkey, rabbits, squirrels, racoons, and birds). Sites include fire pits, picnic tables, and food storage box.
ScoutCrowded sites but really a great spot that’s close to SF.
TravelerI am camping with my husband and 3 kids and our puppy. The hosts are friendly, cheap firewood, china beach village is just down the road and perfect to explore and swim. The showers are coin operated and aren't in the greatest shape but they get you clean and it is clean inside. The bathrooms are also clean and well maintained for the most part. We are at spot 21 and the hike up the hill to our walk on spot is rough...they do have bins you can use to carry all your stuff up. There are coons here so you can't keep any food out when dark comes near!
Families will love this spot for sure!
ScoutThis review is about the beach only. BEWARE-- WEAR WATER SHOES and be careful if you swim here. The 3 stars are because the water is clean (better water quality test results than a lot of other lakes/swimming holes/beaches around the bay area), the waves are gentle, it seems popular for kayaks and paddleboards, the bathroom at the beach was pretty clean and well-maintained, and the park itself is unique with an interesting history. I wish I could give it 5 stars but there are several problems with this beach that you should be aware of before you try going swimming here-- especially if you have kids.
Yes, it's shallow and the water is pretty nice... BUT there are tons of sharp rocks and oyster shells bits & pieces. Some shell pieces are attached to the rocks and some just scattered along on the bottom. The 2 times we have been here so far both of our kids have ended up with multiple cuts all over their feet and/or legs. The first time, Our 7 year old had cuts so deep on a couple of his toes that we almost had to go to the emergency room to get stitches.. He's a tough kid and we were able to make due with steri-strips, but the cuts were deep and it was a close call. It pretty much ruined both our trips and caused plenty of tears when we had to disinfect and treat those cuts. After the 1st trip, we thought perhaps it was a fluke especially since so many other families bring their kids here and the majority of them weren't wearing water shoes... so we thought we were maybe just unlucky. We decided to give it a second shot. No dice-- The 2nd time we tried swimming a little bit further down the beach, and it was even worse. So many cuts and scrapes. Our kids are pretty tough but still this was just such a disappointing experience. In hindsight and to be fair it seems like perhaps the locals know it's best to stay near what's left of the fishing village hut, the snackshack, and the little pier, if you want to swim. But even in checking the little beach around that area I still found plenty of broken shell bits & sharp rocks, and I wonder how in the world anyone could possibly let their kids swim here without water shoes.
We are undecided as to whether or not we will try swimming here again. Probably not for a long time, because that 2nd trip was a bit more traumatic on both of the kids since we had to cut it short to treat all the scrapes & cuts ( We had them wearing water shoes that time, so these were scraped mostly on their shins and knees from the times they slipped in the shallow water, et cetera, so there were a lot more but thankfully we didn't end up with any really bad deeper cuts like the first time, there were just a lit MORE cuts that time!) Granted, both of our kids are bruisers & pretty tough, hence they didn't even realize at first that they were getting all of these gashes since they were having a great time splashing around…. but infection is always a risk no matter what beach we're talking about, even with better water quality like at this site. It is troubling and I'm not sure it's worth the risk.
I may update this if we do have a chance to go camping here at the park Campground, if I have something to report about that I would factor it in to my review. I really do want to try camping here but our 2 experiences so far have been a turn-off. As for now, the beach gets 2.5 to 3 stars max. We might come back here soon just to go kayaking because it is really pretty, the water is calm, and if you're wearing water shoes I think it would be safe enough to launch from the beach even with the sharp rocks.
ScoutNice place to camp
TravelerThis is such a beautiful campground, I can't believe how few people know about it! Was just there for a few nights earlier this week and loved all the wildlife (birds, owls, deer, rabbits, raccoons). Our site was perfect, lots of flat space for tents and still some distance from other aites, nut all the sites seem to be spaced out fairly well so you'll have some privacy. A few things to note:
1. You won't be able to drive up to your campsite. You have to carry your gear in a short distance from the parking lot. Not a big deal, but if you tend to overall, pick a spot closer to The parking lot. This is nice if you're not a fan of cars circling by your campsite constantly.
2. The campground and the beach are dog friendly, but the hiking trails are not.
3. The beach is not right next to the campground, it is a few miles away by car or there are hiking trails that lead to it.
4. Last but not least, the raccoons here are AGGRESSIVE! They won't attack you, but they will walk right up to your camp and try to steal your food. I stupidly left my tent unzipped for a few minutes to run up and use the bathroom at night and came back to find 2 rooting around my things.
ScoutBeautiful site, easy to navigate, campsites are fantastic!
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