RV camping near Del Mar, California provides access to the mild coastal climate of San Diego County, where winter temperatures typically range from 50-70°F. The region sits within a Mediterranean climate zone characterized by dry summers and mild, occasionally wet winters. Most RV resorts operate within 15 miles of the coastline, making them convenient bases for beach excursions.
What to do
Beach access options: At Paradise By The Sea RV Resort, campers can walk directly to the ocean through a back gate. "The RV park has its own back gate to the beach. It meanders through a little city park and then you can take the roads to find little beach access or walk through the neighborhood down to the proper beach and Oceanside Pier," explains a reviewer who stayed for over a month.
Water activities: Fiddlers Cove RV Park offers equipment rentals for water recreation. "Kayak, boat, SUP available for rental. Easy access to all of San Diego," notes one visitor. This military installation features a marina with various watercraft options for active duty and retired military personnel.
Biking trails: Mission Bay RV Resort provides convenient access to bike paths. "There is a path that goes along the bay that is about a mile long, and also a bridge that connects the park to Campland on the Bay," states a reviewer who appreciates the connectivity between parks. The flat terrain makes for family-friendly cycling routes.
What campers like
Resort-style amenities: Sun Outdoors San Diego Bay offers extensive recreational options. "Great pool area. Splash pad for the little ones, bar for the bigger ones, activities poolside and HUGE TV! Food service as well," reports one visitor. The resort also includes "a nice gym that opens to pool area, game room with pool table, scuffle board and poker tables."
Heated facilities: Winter visitors appreciate temperature-controlled amenities at Escondido RV Resort. "Despite facing challenging weather conditions with heavy rain and hail from an atmospheric river, everything continued to function seamlessly- from the electric hookups to the water supply," notes a recent guest. The resort maintains a heated outdoor pool year-round.
Accessibility to attractions: Most parks provide strategic positioning for regional exploration. "Great location near I-15 and Gas stations. Staff is kind and professional. Full hookups. Fill propane available. Resort-style amenities. Heated outdoor Pool. Nice dog park. Access to a park for walking," comments one visitor about their experience at Escondido RV Resort.
What you should know
Age restrictions: Many parks enforce RV age limits but may make exceptions. At Escondido RV Resort, one camper notes: "Little pricey and has RV age restrictions but I sent pics and was allowed even though I was outside the age." At Olive Avenue RV Resort, a reviewer reports: "Arbitrarily rejected accepting our motorhome based on a picture I sent, which they undoubtedly did not even check."
Site leveling challenges: Circle RV Resort has drainage-related design issues. "The city made them slope all the pads for water drainage… a huge amount! We maxed our our tongue on multiple boards to level off," explains one RVer who struggled with the extreme angles. Some parks offer additional leveling blocks upon request.
Beach conditions: Coastal erosion affects some nearby beaches. A Paradise By The Sea visitor observed: "The beach was hit hard by storms over the past year apparently and much sand has washed away. Leaving most of the beach covered in a thick layer of smooth river stones. Not easy to keep your balance on but doesn't hinder your walk to the surf too badly."
Tips for camping with families
Pool options: Sun Outdoors San Diego Bay offers family-friendly water features. "Large pool area. Splash pad for the little ones, bar for the bigger ones, activities poolside and HUGE TV!" notes one family who enjoyed the differentiated spaces for various age groups.
Recreational areas: Dedicated spaces for children exist at several parks. Paradise By The Sea provides "an indoor rec room with billiards, shuffle board and more" plus an "outdoor rec area with corn hole, picnic area and more," according to a family visitor who appreciated the variety of activities.
Gaming facilities: Mission Bay RV Resort connects to sister property amenities. "There's a path that goes along the bay that is about a mile long, and also a bridge that connects the park to Campland on the Bay. As a resident of mission bay, you will have full access to Campland, without paying the extra $$ to stay," explains a reviewer who maximized recreational options.
Tips from RVers
Connectivity considerations: WiFi and cellular service vary significantly between parks. At Paradise By The Sea, campers report: "AT&T cell service worked full bars and wifi was great. Very little trouble working remote or streaming. There were a few times where we needed the support of our back up hotspot on our phone for video calls instead of their wifi."
Drainage systems: Escondido RV Resort receives praise for infrastructure quality. "The drainage system at Escondido RV Resort was impeccable, preventing any issues with mudslides even in such extreme weather," notes a visitor who stayed during heavy storms, highlighting the importance of good drainage for winter camping.
Hookup placement: Consider utility location when selecting sites. At Mission Bay RV Resort, one RVer cautions: "Several issues here. First the most obvious the connections are at the front of the space on the drivers side. If you back in you better have 100 feet of hose sewer and power cord." This unusual configuration requires extra-long hookup equipment.
