Best Tent Camping near Cleveland National Forest

Cleveland National Forest is an ideal place for camping adventures of all kinds. There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in, as well as sights to see and explore. Find the best campgrounds near Cleveland National Forest, plus reviews and photos from other campers like you.

Best Tent Sites Near Cleveland National Forest (33)

    1. Tool Box Springs - Yellow Post Campground

    9 Reviews
    Anza, CA
    21 miles
    Website

    "Recommend four wheel drive to get to Tool Box Springs, the fire road is long but once you’re there it’s worth it."

    "This campsite is about 45 minutes down a 4 wheel drive only dirt path. Pot toilets and trash cans available at the site. Nothing else much around to do other than hang out at the campground or hike."

    2. Mt. Palomar North Side Area

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    Cleveland National Forest, CA
    3 miles

    4. Yucaipa Regional Park

    20 Reviews
    Yucaipa, CA
    41 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"

    5. Round Valley Campsite — Mount San Jacinto State Park

    4 Reviews
    Idyllwild, CA
    30 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."

    6. Kumeyaay Lake Campground

    19 Reviews
    Santee, CA
    43 miles
    Website
    +1 (619) 668-2748

    $24 - $25 / night

    "No hookups here but they have great clean bathrooms and hot showers. Lots of hiking/biking straight from your campsite. This place is a jem, being so close to most parts of San Diego."

    "Great location for prepping someone prior to “roughing” it. There’s showers, and toilets, but no electricity. Boy/Girl Scouts and families with kids and dogs are here often."

    7. The Eyrie Farm

    1 Review
    Ramona, CA
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (844) 843-3978

    $30 / night

    "We're happy to have this property on our platform. There are 2 sites to choose from, please read about them before booking. Check them out and leave them some love!"

    8. Los Coyotes Camp Cahuilla Reservation

    1 Review
    San Ysidro, CA
    28 miles
    +1 (760) 782-2790

    "This place was so big it had space for another 10 cars and tents. We’re coming back for sure."

    10. San Bernardino National Forest Santa Rosa Springs Campground

    2 Reviews
    La Quinta, CA
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (909) 382-2921

    "There are 16 yellow post sites along the Santa Rosa Truck Trail (7S02) from hwy 74. Most of the sites are beyond the springs that are flowing through a faucet at Santa Rosa Springs."

    "Some just off-roading and a few camping. Road was not too bad. Definitely want clearance but I did most in rwd. Saw a stock Tacoma at the top. I stayed at campsite 6 and it was very enjoyable."

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Tent Camping Reviews near Cleveland National Forest

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Guide to Cleveland National Forest

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Which is the most popular tent campsite near Cleveland National Forest?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Cleveland National Forest is Tool Box Springs - Yellow Post Campground with a 3.7-star rating from 9 reviews.

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