Campgrounds near Corona offer varied accommodations from full hookup RV sites to rustic tent camping. Riverside County's camping options extend from urban settings with city amenities to locations with mountain views at elevations between 1,200-1,700 feet. Summer temperatures often exceed 90°F, making spring and fall the most comfortable camping seasons in the region.
What to Do
Lakeside recreation: Launch Pointe Recreation Destination provides water activities during warmer months. "My family loves this place we were here before the remodeling and we are still faithful returners every year for the past 20+ years we absolutely love it here and the family fun is always amazing," notes one regular visitor at Launch Pointe Recreation Destination and RV Park.
Hiking trails: The Santa Ana River Trail connects camping areas to longer routes. "There are fantastic running/bike trails along the Back Bay. The campground is clean and right on the beach," mentions a camper about the connected trail systems in the region.
Water parks: Several campgrounds feature splash pads for summer heat relief. According to a visitor at Rancho Jurupa, "Splash pad, park, mini golf great amenities. Nice staff! Would of liked to be on grass like the sites across but they were clean!"
What Campers Like
Security measures: Gated facilities with nighttime security enhance safety. "Great sense of community and great placement of the gates for safety purposes. Ranger is on constant patrol," writes a reviewer about Rancho Jurupa RV Park.
Green spaces: Parks with maintained grass areas offer relief from typical desert landscapes. A Canyon RV Park camper reports, "I litteraly forgot where i was because its like a little bubble on you. Exot the freeway and enter the park everything behind you just melts away and i felt like i was in the woods."
Orange trees: Some parks feature fruit trees campers can harvest. "Great little park. Heated pool, spa was hot. Nice little store with everything you need. Staff was very friendly and helpful," says a visitor at Orangeland RV Park, where orange picking is permitted.
What You Should Know
Campground sections vary dramatically: Many parks have distinct camping areas with different amenities. "Cottonwood is for the true RV'ers. Lakeside is more for tent camping. Nice park for family camping," explains a visitor describing section differences.
Water quality concerns: Several area lakes experience seasonal algae blooms. A visitor to Launch Pointe Recreation Destination and RV Park noted, "The beach was right there, close and beautiful right on Lake Elsinore. Yet the beach was disgusting, stinky and covered with algae. There wasn't clear information on the lake."
Urban noise levels: Highway proximity creates background noise at some locations. "The site is bordered by highways on both sides, and they create noise day and night. They're also clearly visible," reports a camper at Canyon RV Park.
Tips for Camping with Families
Activity planning: Check facility calendars for scheduled events. "They have activities for the kids like arts and crafts, an inflatable obstacle course or you can rent paddle boards or watch a movie on the beach," shares a visitor to Newport Dunes RV Resort.
Budget for fees: Most parks charge for additional children over age limits. "Despite Disneyland being a family destination, their campsites are for 2 people only. You must pay for each additional person over 10 years old," advises a reviewer about Anaheim Harbor RV Park.
Playground quality: Look for camps with dedicated play structures. "Beautiful views all around Sunrise, Sunset and Night sky. Sights of all kinds of birds like hawks and herons. Water park and mini golf for kids. Showers and laundry convenient," reports a Rancho Jurupa visitor.
Tips from RVers
Site dimensions: RV site measurements may not include tow vehicle space. A visitor to Anaheim Harbor RV Park warns, "Their site measurements are for your camping unit ONLY. If you have a tow vehicle or are towing a vehicle you must pay per night for a parking spot, whether it fits on the site or not."
Leveling requirements: Bring additional leveling blocks for uneven sites. "The sites were all uneven. Every camper we saw had to do major leveling efforts," notes a Launch Pointe visitor describing terrain challenges.
Electric limitations: Check amperage before booking if running multiple appliances. "This park is first come / first served and they don't prohibit a 30amp rig from taking a 50amp site, so you can see the problem," explains a camper at Wilderness Lakes RV Resort.
