Best Campgrounds near Corona del Mar, CA

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Best Camping Sites Near Corona del Mar, California (129)

    1. Moro Campground — Crystal Cove State Park

    35 Reviews
    Laguna Beach, CA
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 444-7275

    $25 - $75 / night

    "Luckily 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."

    "There is an elementary school adjacent to the campground so you get a few PA announcements to start your day.

    There is a small visitor's center on site."

    2. Newport Dunes RV Resort

    26 Reviews
    Newport Beach, CA
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 765-7661

    $75 - $550 / night

    "As we expected, the sites are stacked up next to each other like dominoes with minimal foliage/fencing to separate the sites."

    "There's a nice bike trail that circles around the bay, which is great for kids. Also, lots of amenities for families, including playgrounds, water toys, movie nights and fire pits."

    3. Doheny State Beach Campground

    35 Reviews
    Capistrano Beach, CA
    14 miles

    $50 - $350 / night

    "I frequently stay at this site since it's close to my house and on the beach. 

    THE SITES:

    The middle sites are small and tight, offering little privacy."

    "This campground is at the edge of the Dana Point Harbor.  The sites are small, but many of them are right on the beach.  All sites have easy access to the beach.  "

    4. O'Neill Regional Park

    30 Reviews
    Trabuco Canyon, CA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (949) 923-2260

    $20 / night

    "It's tucked back in the canyon, but you will still hear all the traffic from the road. Since it is a canyon, many loud cars and motorcycles zoom past at high speeds. 

    Free dump station.  "

    "Behind my Camp site was a few different hiking paths. Restroom buildings have water, toilets, and showers. It says to bring quarters for the showers but they were free. Each site is typical..."

    5. Bolsa Chica State Beach Campground

    19 Reviews
    Huntington Beach, CA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (714) 846-3460

    $60 - $70 / night

    "Beachfront camping in the heart of southern California. Concrete/asphalt sites with water electric and dump station. Adjacent to PCH so road noise but steps away from great sand beaches."

    "Super convenient beach front parking with good restrooms and outdoor showers as well as a beach path perfect for walking, biking, rollerblading, etc."

    6. San Mateo Campground — San Onofre State Beach

    52 Reviews
    San Clemente, CA
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (949) 492-4872

    $45 - $250 / night

    "San Mateo is one of the better beach campgrounds in California, some sites have some great privacy."

    "Another beautiful gem along the California Coast. Although not on or too near the beach, this campground is truly a lovely spot. All or most of the campsites boast a bit of privacy."

    7. Waterfront RV Park

    12 Reviews
    Huntington Beach, CA
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (714) 536-8316

    "Booking a site here at Waterfront, provided us a excellent homebase that was close to the water. In all, you are about a 2 minute walk to the sand, and 4 minutes to the oceanfront. "

    "Your not on the beach but literally on the other side of pacific coast highway you are there."

    8. San Clemente State Beach Campground

    38 Reviews
    San Clemente, CA
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (949) 492-3156

    $45 - $300 / night

    "California beach camping can be very hard to come by. Unlike some other campgrounds in Southern California this one gives you ample room to move around and set up camp."

    "The hardcore surfing nomads stealth camp in their bubble-top vans outside of the park on the streets. Walking distance to Cottons point for surfing and to hangout among the beach huts."

    9. Crystal Cove Beach Cottages — Crystal Cove State Park

    6 Reviews
    Newport Coast, CA
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (949) 376-6200

    "Crystal Cove Beach Cottages……Home away from home❤️"

    "Great views, nice trails & beach walks. Great restaurant."

    10. Crystal Cove Backcountry — Crystal Cove State Park

    6 Reviews
    Laguna Beach, CA
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (949) 494-3539

    "its close, so no 2 hour drive needed and its usually got open spots available, even in spring and summer (cause of the 3+ mile hike most likely). wouldn't say it has the best views but good when you just"

    "Both Morro locations.

    Lower is a 3 mile hike with a few steep grades. 13 sites an outhouse and a decent view. This one is normally supporting several groups on weekends. There is no water."

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Recent Reviews near Corona del Mar, CA

986 Reviews of 129 Corona del Mar Campgrounds


  • Moo
    Aug. 7, 2025

    Oceanside RV Resort

    For tent campers - pretty solid place for a quick couple stays

    First, the campsite has the MOST CLEANEST restroom and shower booths I have ever visited for tent camping. This is no doubt that for those folks who are needed for good built qaulity toiletery, this will be your location.

    For the down sides;

    1. The trains - There is a rail right behind the tent sites so if you are looking for the tent sites with quiet location: PLEASE STAY AWAY from here. the trains do not operate from around 10 pm, back on operating starting from 5 am.

    2. for T1 tent site, BE AWARE that there is a dog park RIGHT next to the tent site: there will be a urine odor all over the place.

    3. If you are planning on cooking, just be aware that there is no proper location to do a dish wash. You would need some sort of wipes to do.

  • ROCKSTAR C.
    Aug. 7, 2025

    Hare School Park

    It’s the sports fields parking lot

    I’ve been here for a couple days and nobody’s mess with us. There’s other people that are staying in another parking lot attached that are homeless in their vehicles mostly cars and vans. I’m in a 25 foot Fleetwood RV. There’s a dog park kind of area with a big field they can run around and just clean up after them.There’s no public bathrooms, but there are trash cans so clean up after yourself please. It’s not tent friendly. I don’t believe.

  • A
    Aug. 4, 2025

    Lake Perris State Recreational Area Campground

    Bobcat Campsite

    Awesome campsite. Free showers. Electrical outlets by the restrooms at a handicap site. Water spigots scattered around the bobcat site. Dumpsters within walking distance from your site. The locals in the area will take your site if you arrive late. Just head back to the campground entrance and they will send a park ranger to remove them. The restrooms get cleaned daily around 8-10am. More than enough room at site 380

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 3, 2025

    Canyon RV Park

    Relaxed, clean, friendly, infor.ative, quiet

    Been passing this exit on the 91 freewqy for 25 years and had no idea canyon Rv park was tucked in beween corona and yorba linda. I was quite amazed with the tidy faculitie a d wqs very peacefull. When U are smake dab in the middle of asfalt jungle. I litteraly forgot where i was because its like a little bubble on you .exot the freeway a d e ter the park everything behind you just melts away and i felt like i was in the woods, and at times i swear i was the only camper here. If you are into easy going peacefull quite camp sites this is one of them

  • Tyler G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 31, 2025

    Dockweiler Beach RV Park

    Great spot, loud planes

    We loved this spot next to the beach. We got used to the planes, but they are certainly jarring at first.

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 30, 2025

    Pechanga RV Resort

    Good but can be noisy

    Pull-through sites have a little room not so close to neighbors Buddy sites are available

  • Amanda K.
    Jul. 15, 2025

    Rawhide Ranch

    The perfect spot for family, childrens, or scout horse camps!

    The perfect spot for family, childrens, or scout horse camps! My father and I both went as kids (40 years a part) and remember and treasure our experience. Rawhide ranch hosts family, youth groups, and scout weekend or summer camps. Note that I do not believe they host individual adult campers. It seems like all their camping options are associated with their events/camp program. It is however the perfect, fun introduction to camping for kids with a lot of fun activities. Note that these photos were taken about 14 years ago


Guide to Corona del Mar

Camping near Corona del Mar, California, offers a mix of beautiful beaches and scenic campgrounds. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly spot or a quiet retreat, there are plenty of options to explore.

What to do:

  • Beach Access: Many campgrounds are close to the beach. For example, at San Mateo Campground — San Onofre State Beach, you can enjoy a short walk to the ocean. One reviewer mentioned, "Nice campground. 1.5 miles from the ocean."
  • Hiking and Biking: Trails abound in the area. Campers at O'Neill Regional Park appreciate the numerous trails for hiking and biking. One visitor noted, "Clean, quiet campground located in one of the OC Parks, with plenty of trails for hiking, mountain biking, and equestrian use."
  • Fishing and Water Sports: At Prado Regional Park, you can fish or rent paddle boats. A reviewer shared, "Very large park with something for everyone. Golf, disc golf, shooting range, soccer fields, baseball fields, playground, equestrian trails and paddle boats."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers often mention the cleanliness of the restrooms and showers. At Bonelli Bluffs, one camper said, "Possibly the cleanest public bathroom I've ever seen."
  • Privacy Between Sites: Many campgrounds, like San Mateo Campground — San Onofre State Beach, offer spacious sites with trees for privacy. A happy camper remarked, "There are mature trees between every campsite that provide privacy between sites."
  • Friendly Staff: Campers appreciate the helpfulness of the staff. At Newport Dunes RV Resort, a visitor noted, "Friendly welcome, very reasonable rates."

What you should know:

  • Noise Levels: Some campgrounds can be noisy. A camper at Doheny State Beach Campground mentioned, "The middle sites are small and tight, offering little privacy."
  • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have full amenities. For instance, Moro Campground — Crystal Cove State Park does not allow fires, which some campers found disappointing. One reviewer said, "NO fires allowed."
  • Reservations Recommended: Popular spots can fill up quickly, especially on weekends. A visitor at San Clemente State Beach Campground advised, "If you don't want to camp on the bluffs, consider heading a bit inland."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places with amenities for kids. Campers at Bonelli Bluffs enjoyed the views and noted, "Crowded on weekend, much less during week."
  • Plan Activities: Bring bikes or sports equipment for family fun. One family at O'Neill Regional Park mentioned, "Great for hiking, biking, MTB, and running."
  • Pack Snacks and Drinks: Having food on hand can save trips to the store. A camper at Prado Regional Park said, "Very easy pull through site, full hookups."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the campground's site dimensions. A reviewer at Newport Dunes RV Resort noted, "Sites are very tight."
  • Be Prepared for Crowds: Some campgrounds can get busy, especially during peak season. A visitor at Doheny State Beach Campground mentioned, "It’s a huge campground."
  • Bring Your Own Wi-Fi: Many campgrounds do not offer Wi-Fi. A camper at Bonelli Bluffs advised, "NO WIFI IF YOU NEED THAT YOU MUST HAVE YOUR OWN."

Camping near Corona del Mar, California, has something for everyone. Whether you’re looking for a beach getaway or a quiet spot in nature, you’ll find plenty of options to enjoy.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Corona del Mar, CA?

According to TheDyrt.com, Corona del Mar, CA offers a wide range of camping options, with 129 campgrounds and RV parks near Corona del Mar, CA and 3 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Corona del Mar, CA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Corona del Mar, CA is Moro Campground — Crystal Cove State Park with a 4.5-star rating from 35 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Corona del Mar, CA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 3 free dispersed camping spots near Corona del Mar, CA.