Best Tent Camping near Pauma Valley, CA
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Best Tent Sites Near Pauma Valley, California (24)
1. Kumeyaay Lake Campground
20 Reviews•45 Photos•374 SavesSantee, CaliforniaThe Kumeyaay Lake Campground is open for Friday and Saturday night camping. The 46 campsites are available for reservation on a first-come, first-serve basis and the is $22.66 per night. On the reservation website page, go to the "Location" drop-down menu at the top of the page and select Kumeyaay Lake Campground. All cancellations must be made 14 days in advance.
- Fires
- Reservable
- ADA Access
- Tents
- Equestrian
$24 - $25 / night
2. Tool Box Springs - Yellow Post Campground
10 Reviews•30 Photos•142 SavesAnza, California- Pets
- Fires
- Tents
- Group
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
3. The Eyrie Farm
1 Review•8 Photos•49 SavesRamona, CaliforniaWe're an organic farm homestead. Springtime sees the field lush and green from the rains. Summer is hot and dry, but the cool evening breeze is nice. We have Red-tailed Hawks at their nest, hummingbirds, songbirds, and our own quail, chickens, turkeys and ducks to mingle with.
Campsites are in our open back pasture, "Oat Prairie at Eyrie Farm." You'll probably hear coyotes at night.
It's your responsibility as campers to be aware of our policies, including all rules, cancellation policy and check in/out times (which are local PST). These policies are FIRM.
Be advised at this time there is no toilet, it is Pack-It-Out. We will be adding a bathroom shed shortly.
Every person-- adults and kids of ALL ages-- count toward party size. Children are not free.
No RVs, trailers, or campers. No exceptions. Truck pop-up tents are fine. Additional cars after the first 2 are charged $10 each, cash on site. Carpool when possible!
NO PETS. Guests with assistance animals must sign our assistance animal contract to stay. Be advised that assistance animal fraud is a crime, and we must protect ourselves and our animals.
We are strictly unavailable after 9pm. It's best to arrive before nightfall as it's easier to fine. Once you get on our road you must LOOK for our number and signage on the LEFT side of the road (you'll receive address in your booking confirmation). Make sure you go to "Eyrie Farm" and no other place!
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We also sometimes host on Hipcamp, at the listing here:
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Tents
- Group
- Drinking Water
$30 / night
4. Ocotillo Wells State Vehicular Recreation Area
16 Reviews•41 Photos•61 SavesBorrego Springs, California- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Tents
- Group
- Standard (Tent/RV)
6. Round Valley Campsite — Mount San Jacinto State Park
4 Reviews•10 Photos•49 SavesIdyllwild, California- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Tents
- Group
- Toilets
7. Pine Creek Road Camp
3 Reviews•3 Photos•78 SavesMount Laguna, California- Pets
- ADA Access
- Tents
- Group
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
8. Mt. Palomar North Side Area
Be the first to review!•17 SavesCleveland National Forest, CaliforniaThis general recreation area is located on the north side of Palomar Mountain.
- Tents
9. Tamarack Valley Campground — Mount San Jacinto State Park
1 Review•40 SavesIdyllwild, California- Tents
- Group
- Alcohol
$5 / night
10. Yaqui Wash
1 Review•9 Photos•38 SavesBorrego Springs, California- Pets
- Tents
- Group
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
- Alcohol
Recent Tent Reviews near Pauma Valley, California
1533 Reviews of 24 Pauma Valley Campgrounds
- FFairen T.
Guide
Idyllwild Campground — Mount San Jacinto State Park
Quiet Mountain Camping
Offers wide range of tent camp sites, RV camping, showers, toilets. Beautiful scenic hikes. Small creek runs through property. Campsite grills and picnic tables.
- Gary R.
Scout
San Clemente State Beach Campground
Great weekend spot
Campground is separated by large parking spots (class A/C or travel trailers) and the other is geared towards smaller setups (smaller trailers and tents). Some spots have great shade over the picnic table (we hung our hammock on ours), and all of the tent sites have fire pits. Some units are on a slope so keep an eye out for that if you are tent camping. Bathrooms were clean and showers have token dispensers right by the showers. Got pretty cold at night.
Elliott B.
Legend
Banning Stagecoach KOA
Nice site if you're in a RV, not really for tents or pop ups.
Overall a nice campground with decent sites, but really not for tent camping at all. They say they have some tent sites, but pretty much every site is setup with gravel pull-in or pull throughs which you'd not really want to set your tent up on. They do have a "tent village" which you can camp on, but again, not really ideal for tents. They do have really nice facilities for washing your cloths or yourself along with a nice club house for unwinding. While each site doesn't have a fire ring, you do have a table and there is a group fire ring along with a pool and playground. You are a bit inside the city of Banning and not too far from the train tracks, so if you're not in something super insulated you'll probably hear a bit of train noise like we did.
MomentoMori C.Guide
Sweet Oaks Winery - Temporarily Closed
Great camping for newbies
Sweet Oaks winery campgrounds has 16 sites available for both tent camping and RV’s (no hook-ups). It’s pretty close to grocery stores and big box stores just in case you forgot some gear/supplies. They have a beautiful well-kept property with super-clean restrooms (no showers). They do have a water hose for you to fill up your tanks or Jerry cans. They didn’t allow campfires due to high fire danger though. You’ll have to bring your own fire pit setup if they ever allow them in the future. It was a beautiful walk around the vineyards but there are also hiking trails nearby. It’s off a road suitable for road bikes but there are also mountain bike trails nearby. They have equestrian activities also available for guests. We were able to get our tin top Eurovan to fit on one of their tent sites which offered a beautiful view of Temecula valley. The wine tasting room was closed due to the pandemic but you can order wine online and they will deliver to your site. One more thing, we counted about 8 hot air balloons as we had breakfast!
Prisc M.Scout
Lake Jennings
lake jennings was a dream. local fun, good vibes, and a blast with good friends!
Tent camping overnight!
- ZZach B.Scout
Camper Resorts of America
Good for rvs but not tent camping
Does not allow tent camping
- DDouglas F.Scout
Skyline Ranch RV Park & Campground
Tent
Tent site
- Jamie C.Guide
San Clemente State Beach Campground
Pretty neat spot
Walk to the beach is kind of long. Camp is on the bluff! We tent camped and had a good time
Paula A.
Traveler
Oak Grove Campground
Great place
This is totally a great place to go tent camping it's peaceful and quiet during the week. It's clean and just a fun place to camp.
Shainna M.Guide
Dos Picos County Park
Gorgeous!
Great county park. Quiet and well maintained. Pay showers. $29/ night. Pets welcome. Fire pits and picnic tables at each site. Tent camping available as well.
- LLisa L.Scout
Ramona Oaks RV Resort
Close by get away
Went camping in August, during a heatwave, and had Covid restrictions. Even with all of that, we had a good time! We were in spot 21 right by the pond. Camped in a tent trailer and had plenty of room to set up an outdoor sitting and cooking areas. The only issue was “meat bees” that came around when we were trying to eat. Bathrooms were clean and stocked with supplies. Pool was nice and refreshing but had little shaded areas. We definitely would camp there again when it isn’t so hot!
Sade H.Traveler
Observatory Campground
Love this place!
I brought my family with our 2 dogs for Thanksgiving and unfortunately we left early because it was a major danger for our dogs with the very bold and brave coyotes.
We tent camped but I feel like if we had an RV it would have been safer for the dogs.. for us alone with out the dogs, tent camping would have been fine!
Other than that. BEAUTIFUL!!! We loved every single moment from the colorful drive up to the stars and checking out the observatory which was also pet friendly. It’s SO FUN to see all the different color leaves and the sunsets, the sunrises, the crisp air, the views on the way up….all of it was so beautiful.
- PPeteScout
McCall Equestrian Park
Wonderful view, horse campsite
This is listed as horse campsite, but there’s few tent sites available. Not crowded and winds from mountains keep area cooled.
- Paul V.Scout
Fry Creek Campground
Absolutely beautiful
Best tent campground
- Ana G.Scout
Yaqui Well Primitive Campground — Anza-Borrego Desert State Park
Super easy, free, and fun!
We rolled in after dark and found a spot super easy that was secluded and perfect for tent camping. We had a nice hike in the morning before heading back to Julian for pie :)
- DDave L.Scout
Dos Picos County Park
Great for Kids & Adults
I have only tent camped here and enjoyed the quite and clean site. I like that it is not far from civilization but feels very remote. My kids caught their first fish in the little pond.
Renee C.Guide
Silver Strand State Beach
No Tent Camping
There has never been tent camping allowed here. There is RV or trailer camping but no tent and no bathrooms here. Make sure you check the water quality since it can be an issue at times since it is near the Mexico border.
- DDave L.Scout
Dos Picos County Park
Great for Kids and Adults
I have only tent camped here and really enjoyed the clean and quiet spot not too far from civilization but feels like in the middle of nowhere. My kids caught their first fish in the little pond :)
Jonathan G.
Ranger
South Carlsbad State Beach Campground
Good surf, close to town
We had a group of five here for a weekend of tent camping, and it was great. The campground is small which means everyone is fairly close together but everything is nearby. Head down to the water for surf!
Jose J.Guide
Fiddlers Cove RV Park
Great Military Base Park
Can’t say enough about this park. 56 full hook up spaces and two tent camping spots. Very clean and very friendly staff. Definitely recommend and will go back again soon. Has on site shower and laundry facilities.
Jill F.Guide
William Heise County Park
Tame camping
Cabins are fun and shelter you from the occasional strong gusty winds.
Tent camping in the rain is also do-able here due to the temperate climate. There are a couple playgrounds, so a very kid-friendly environment as well.
Care B.Legend
Dixon Lake Campground
Spot #45
Spot #45 is very private, I highly suggest this spot!! I don’t tent camp, and there is a spot to pull my van up which was perfect! Dogs are only $1 a night & they have a small snack stand during the day
- EElise P.Scout
San Clemente State Beach Campground
Great Beach Camp
We tent camped here. The campground is large, so most spaces have a lot of room. Lots of amenities for those that need them. Short walk to the beach. Some seasons, the beach is very rocky and difficult to swim.
- Julia P.Guide
Ocotillo Wells State Vehicular Recreation Area
Ocotillo Wells OHV State Park
Great Area to take your OHVs. Season starts around Halloween and ends in May for Red stickers. They have public restrooms spread through the grounds. It's great for tent camping and RVs/campers, tents. Town is about 25 minutes away, however they have a few stores/restaurants nearby.
- Leslie M.Guide
Del Mar Beach Cottages
Oceanfront
Campsites are fairly tight together. Our tent site was second row, intermixed with rvs. But being that close to the ocean was wonderful! You just can’t beat falling asleep to ocean waves!
Mei S.ScoutSouth Carlsbad State Beach Campground
Great site
Super beautiful area (obviously), with a tent site overlooking the beach (but fenced in). Wish we could camp on the actul beach but that is rare. There was privacy and it wasnt overcrowded.
cal K.Ranger
Agua Caliente County Park Campground
Large campground with lots of amenities
Lots going on here but felt peaceful midweek in Jan. 3 spring-fed pools, hot showers quarter operated, clean flush toilet bathrooms, water, hiking trails and ample roads to walk the dog on. Mountain lion country - be alert. Friendly rangers. Clean facilities and well-kept grounds. Horseshoe pits and large group picnic areas. Cute cabins for rent - no pets allowed in those. Will definitely visit again. Many of the tent sites are close together - if the campground was full you’d have little privacy but it’s a large place and there were hardly any tent campers when I was there, though more RVs and vans in the hookup section. Tent site 106 is very private. I liked 109 it was in a kind of bird thicket with privacy from the road etc.
Guide to Pauma Valley
Nestled in the scenic landscape of California, Pauma Valley offers a variety of tent camping options that cater to outdoor enthusiasts looking for a peaceful retreat.
Tips for tent camping near Pauma Valley
- The Eyrie Farm provides a unique camping experience on an organic farm, where you can enjoy the company of various farm animals while soaking in the rural atmosphere.
- For a more private setting, consider the dispersed camping options available at Yaqui Wash, where you can find secluded spots away from the main road.
- If you're looking for a budget-friendly option, Los Coyotes Camp Cahuilla Reservation is spacious enough for large groups, making it perfect for family gatherings or group outings.
Tent campers like these nearby activities
- At the highly rated Kumeyaay Lake Campground, you can enjoy hiking and mountain biking in the beautiful Mission Trails Regional Park.
- Explore the charming town of Ramona, just a short drive from The Eyrie Farm, where you can find local eateries, wineries, and antique shops.
- For those seeking a more rustic experience, Tool Box Springs - Yellow Post Campground allows campfires and pets, making it a great spot for a cozy night under the stars.
Specific local attractions
- The stunning views and wildlife at Falcon Group Campground make it an ideal spot for nature lovers and photographers alike.
- Enjoy a peaceful retreat at In the Pines, where you can relax among the trees and take advantage of the amenities like picnic tables and showers.
- Experience the vibrant ecosystem at Santa Rosa Springs Campground, perfect for those who appreciate the beauty of nature and want to explore the surrounding area.
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