Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Ladera Ranch, CA

Ladera Ranch is the perfect place for adventurous campers and RVers. Discover secluded campsites where you can reconnect with nature. Or maybe you like to bring your family and friends along. Either way, there are Ladera Ranch campgrounds just for you. You're sure to find the perfect campground for your Ladera Ranch camping trip.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Ladera Ranch, California (120)

    1. San Mateo Campground — San Onofre State Beach

    52 Reviews
    San Clemente, CA
    10 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."

    "Good trails nearby, but only 2 in Onofre Beach that allow dogs. Close to the ocean, restaurants and shopping. The trail between the campground and beach is~1.5 miles."

    2. Doheny State Beach Campground

    35 Reviews
    Capistrano Beach, CA
    7 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.  "

    3. Moro Campground — Crystal Cove State Park

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

    $25 - $75 / night

    "It’s right on top of Pacific Coast Highway and has a beautiful view of the ocean!"

    "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."

    4. O'Neill Regional Park

    30 Reviews
    Trabuco Canyon, CA
    7 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.  "

    "For our purposes:

    • Dog Friendly: ⭐️⭐️⭐️
    • Kid Friendly: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
    • Overall: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    Pros:

    • Clean facilities, flushing toilets and hot showers, well maintained sites.
    • Very affordable"

    5. Newport Dunes RV Resort

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

    $75 - $550 / night

    "Beautiful weather, great location, full hook ups, fun activities, family & pet friendly!"

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

    6. San Onofre Recreation Beach and Camping

    20 Reviews
    San Clemente, CA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (760) 763-7263

    $45 / night

    "The campground is on the bluffs, and nearby Old Man's beach has some of the best beginner's surfing waves in Southern California."

    ".

    • No dogs allowed on beach. 30 min drive to Dog Beach in Solana.
    • Lower bathrooms. These were the only showers available. The bathrooms are well stocked but the showers were not cleaned regularly."

    7. Bluffs Campground — San Onofre State Beach

    20 Reviews
    San Clemente, CA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (949) 492-4872

    $45 - $250 / night

    "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."

    "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."

    8. Blue Jay Campground - TEMPORARILY CLOSED

    21 Reviews
    Trabuco Canyon, CA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (858) 673-6180

    $20 / night

    "We were able to find a spot tucked away off one of the loops to the left after a small hill. Neighbors played loud music but we didn’t mind at all."

    "clean restrooms and sites. large campground with paved roads was nice for strolling through. pretty far off the beaten path above lake elsinore. the views near by were fantastic. the staff was fairly friendly"

    9. Launch Pointe Recreation Destination and RV Park

    12 Reviews
    Lake Elsinore, CA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (855) 471-1212

    $55 - $140 / night

    "I had site 126 in the fields, corner site and lake view. This campground has a pool, splash pad, park, dog park and access to the lake. They also have a band on Saturday nights."

    "Launch Pointe was a great stay for our family and dog! Check in was very speedy. The campground was clean as can be- no overflowing garbages, all utilities tastefully hidden."

    10. El Cariso Campground

    9 Reviews
    Lake Elsinore, CA
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (909) 736-1811

    $15 / night

    "The campground was right off the highway, cost affective ($15/night), and there were no reservations needed. There were 24 sites tucked in the woods. A few water faucets & bathrooms throughout."

    "Albeit it’s just off the road and Ortega highway is fairly busy at all hours of the night, so road noise was a little annoying but not bad. Self pay was easy and quick."

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Ladera Ranch, CA

1154 Reviews of 120 Ladera Ranch Campgrounds



Guide to Ladera Ranch

Explore the best options for pets-allowed camping near Ladera Ranch, California, where you can enjoy the great outdoors with your furry friends.

Dog owners appreciate spacious sites and amenities

Pet owners like convenient access to nature

Pet-friendly campgrounds include great facilities

  • Newport Dunes RV Resort features a clean environment with amenities like showers and a market, ensuring a comfortable stay for you and your pet.
  • Waterfront RV Park offers well-maintained facilities and is just a short walk from the beach, making it an ideal spot for pet owners.
  • Orangeland RV Park provides a heated pool and friendly staff, creating a welcoming atmosphere for both pets and their owners.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Ladera Ranch, CA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Ladera Ranch, CA is San Mateo Campground — San Onofre State Beach with a 4.2-star rating from 52 reviews.

What is the best site to find dog-friendly camping near Ladera Ranch, CA?

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