Top Cabins near Ranchita, CA

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Best Cabin Sites Near Ranchita, CA (57)

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    1. William Heise County Park

    43 Reviews
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    551 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $24 - $34 / night

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    2. Paso Picacho Campground

    23 Reviews
    43 Photos
    395 Saves

    10/19/2020 Please visit website for current restrictions due to COVID Each campsite has a picnic table and a fire ring. Restrooms with flush toilets and pay showers are in the campground. Water faucets a located every few campsites. There are no hookups. Each campground has a dump station. Firewood and ice may be purchased at the camps. Interpretive programs are offered during the summer season. Campsites are $30 per night. Reservations are necessary for weekends April through October. The camping fee includes one motorized vehicle. Extra vehicles are $10 per night. There is a limit of 8 persons per campsite. Dogs are allowed but are restricted to the campgrounds, picnic areas, and paved roads and Cuyamaca Peak Fire Road. They may not be left unattended. Reservations may be made through ReserveCaliforniaTM at 1-800-444-PARK. Environmental backpack in or horseback ride in camps are also available. Granite Springs and Arroyo Seco Environmental camps are open on first come, first serve. Both have chemical toilets, non-potable water, corrals and tent sites.

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    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs

    $40 - $250 / night

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    3. El Prado Campground

    22 Reviews
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    242 Saves

    Overview

    Laguna Campground is a great mountain getaway just one hour east of San Diego, California in the Laguna Mountain Recreation Area. Campers can enjoy cooler temperatures, unique natural areas and an extensive trail system at this mountain facility from summer through early fall.

    Recreation

    The Laguna Mountain Recreation Area is known for great horseback riding, mountain biking and hiking trails. Visitors can get their boots dusty on the Laguna Meadow Trail system or access a segment of the 2,650-mile Pacific Crest Trail, which runs from California to the State of Washington. Wildflowers are usually abundant in April and May on the Big Laguna Trail, which takes visitors past Big Laguna Lake. In wet years there is water in Big Laguna Lake by December or January and ducks and other birds can be found. The trail presents a number of options to the user. A return to the trailhead parking can be made by cutting through the Laguna Campground or by taking the Pacific Crest Trail north. Families can learn about the area's flora and fauna by attending educational programs at the facility's amphitheater. Or for history buffs, the El Prado Cabin located at nearby El Prado Campground, is the first ranger cabin built in the Cleveland National Forest in 1911. The San Diego State University Observatory also sponsors "Star Parties" for campers most Saturday evenings during the summer (schedule can be obtained at the nearby visitor center or by calling 619-473-8547).

    Natural Features

    The campground sits at an elevation of 6,000 ft. in the Laguna Mountains. It is forested with pines and oaks that provide plenty of shade, in addition to a meadow. The area is home to many species of birds, as well as the endangered Laguna Skipper butterfly. Little Laguna lake is located just a short distance from the campground and is an excellent hiking destination for photographers and visitors looking to explore the area.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $35 / night

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    4. Dos Picos County Park

    31 Reviews
    85 Photos
    261 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    5. Agua Caliente County Park Campground

    21 Reviews
    61 Photos
    121 Saves

    Agua Caliente is located in the desert of central Southern California. Pitch your tent or park your RV on the white sand between cacti and Mt. San Jacinto. Close to Palm Springs, and the Mexican border. Amenities include 3 pools, hot springs, restrooms, and games.

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    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    6. Lake Hemet Campground

    38 Reviews
    125 Photos
    310 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $45 / night

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    7. Lake Cuyamaca Recreation and Park District

    11 Reviews
    53 Photos
    383 Saves

    About an hour's drive from San Diego, Lake Cuyamaca is a picture-book 110 acre lake that is proof positive that good things come in small packages. Situated at an elevation of 4600 feet in an Oak and Pine forest, it is surrounded on three sides by the 26,000 acre Cuyamaca Rancho State Park, which is 52% wilderness. Lake Cuyamaca is the perfect getaway for one day or up to ten nights. Few places in San Diego County offer the pristine views that greet your eyes wherever they may wander! Stocked with over 38,000 lbs. of trout annually, Lake Cuyamaca is the only San Diego lake that is able to stock trout all year long. Other species of fish include Florida bass, smallmouth bass, channel catfish, crappie, bluegill and sturgeon. There are no dump-stations at Lake Cuyamaca. The nearest dump-station is located about 3 miles away at Paso Picacho State Park Campround. No body contact with the water is allowed. Lake Cuyamaca is a drinking water source for San Diego.

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    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    8. Dixon Lake Campground

    24 Reviews
    70 Photos
    392 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $39 - $50 / night

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    9. KQ Ranch Resort

    9 Reviews
    17 Photos
    25 Saves
    • Pets
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    10. Lake Henshaw Resort

    9 Reviews
    13 Photos
    323 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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Recent Cabin Reviews In Ranchita

489 Reviews of 57 Ranchita Campgrounds


  • Jeff T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Dixon Lake Campground
    Oct. 21, 2024

    Dixon Lake Campground

    Great forestry feel. And good price ($30)

    We stayed here multiple times to car camp and have stayed in sites 3, 6, and 28. We really enjoyed site 28 due to the spectacular views of Escondido. The reason I gave it 4 stars is because their can be some creepy people occasionally like some old guy was following my son in his car. But other than that we had a good stay. If you are in a camper I would recommend Escondido RV resort instead due to the more inviting feel (we stayed there in our Coleman travel trailer). But if you car camp a lot like myself I would recommend staying here at Dixon lake. Great stay overall👍😊

  • WThe Dyrt PRO User
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    Sep. 22, 2024

    Dos Picos County Park

    Harassing Ranger

    I have never had a bad experience at a camp ground with any ranger. They have all been wonderful. Not at this park. My registration tags went to my home so I did not have current tags. I had to have a family member collect my mail and forward to me on my travels so it was delayed. I did have a receipt which I was required to provide. However, the ranger barged into my campsite in a huff, treated me as if I were vomiting a crime and demanded my receipt on the spot in front of all. It was quite over the top. Later the same man barged back into my campsite throwing accusations at me that I hadn’t paid my measly $4.00 parking fee and breaking the rules of the park. He had the nerve to argue with me after I explained that in fact I had paid. He backed down after realizing I had. He then returned to harass us for the kids using chalk. There were kids from several campsites using chalk. We apologized and made them clean it up, no big deal. But the ranger was didn’t simply ask for it to be cleaned. He was threatening and confrontational. I dealt with one other ranger here who was quite nice and helpful but this other was awful. I discovered I was not the only one to have this experience here. I would recommend Sweetwater or Lake Jennings in San Diego area or Aqua Caliente where they are quite friendly. Yikes this was horrible

  • Laura M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Coachella Lakes RV Resort
    Sep. 14, 2024

    Coachella Lakes RV Resort

    Fabulous!

    This is quite a resort! It’s huge! When we stayed here in late December they had just been open for about 2 months or so, and most of the spots weren’t even open for use yet. There was construction going on when we were there, so I’m sure they’re fully open by now. 

    This place has everything you could want in an RV park. Everything was new and sleek and modern and well designed. The price was average, I guess, though still much too expensive for us. Luckily they participate in Passport America and we got the 50% discount, so our FHU pull through site came to $52 with taxes and fees, so roughly double that for the full price. I believe the spots that will be opening up that are further away from all the amenities will be cheaper. Their laundry room uses an app payment system only, which is nice in that you don’t need quarters, but you need to download the app and then load money on to your account in set amounts, so we were left with an unused $1.50 after our 2 loads. Dryers work great. Dogs get a cute little goodie bag with a little bandana, poop bags and a bag holder for the leash, and a tennis ball. Eventually the dog park will have its own section of RV spots called K9 Corner. So cute! 

    There’s a nice shop at the front desk where you check in, and staff is super friendly. There is onsite propane fill as well. Their club house has a nice pool, 2 hot tubs, a nice gym, and really nice and open hangout area and work area, a little kitchen area, and a game room. Everything is really nice and artfully decorated. They also have activities on weekends so you get a real community feel if you stay here for a long time. We were definitely in the lower tier of RVs in our humble scratched up class C, surrounded by really nice expensive class As, but we still felt comfortable and welcomed. Highly recommend this place- as long as they stay in the Passport America program we’ll go back when we’re in the area.

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    Jul. 29, 2024

    Sky Valley RV Resort

    Mineral Water Hot Springs

    We didn’t plan to stop here. After we were driving for over 10 hours. We found this location online. And WOW!!!! Great experience.. the Mineral water pool’s was a great refresher after long day !!! Would highly recommend

  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Coachella Lakes RV Resort
    May. 23, 2024

    Coachella Lakes RV Resort

    Country Club Level Resort

    This campground is a luxury resort with immaculate ground keeping and facilities. The pool and hot tub were outstanding as well as the opportunities for fishing, golf putt, putt, and more if you’re in the area, this was a price performer for sure.

  • Dickie Simmons  S.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Apr. 29, 2024

    Lake Henshaw Resort

    Inexpensive camping w/toliets and shower

    Just passing through, perfect spot for the night. Showers a bit run down but plenty of hot water. Great location for easy access to fishing. Friendly staff. Store stocked with fishing gear, snacks and booze.

  • Tina M.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Apr. 26, 2024

    Thousand Trails Palm Springs

    Great location and campground

    Yes it's not the easiest to park but it's also not that bad. 45ft toy hauler and we didn't have any issues. Great location, great weather, sites are close but we found everyone to be friendly. No issues with starlink and loved the heated pool in January! Will be back

  • Tina M.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Apr. 26, 2024

    Thousand Trails Wilderness Lakes RV Resort

    Good stay

    We didn't particularly care for the area, it was not far enough out to feel like in serene nature but still far to drive to anything. Well kept campground, enjoyed the mini golf (probably our favorite TT mini golf so far) but weren't too majorly impressed overall. It didn't help that it rained a lot and the streets turned into lakes - so not only did you have geese on your roof but also right outside your door. ;)

  • Albert D.
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    Apr. 23, 2024

    San Diego Mountain Lodge

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    Apr. 20, 2024

    GoodVibes Ranch & Farm

    More like Glamping than Camping!

    Let me first off say that the property is beautiful and that my hosts Carolyn and Bernie were very accommodating and had great energy.  Plenty of room for beautiful hikes on their many acres of land packed with some great views a few decks scattered around the property.  I found out they have a full size professional disc golf course here! I don’t bring my discs, but Carolyn and Bernie happily lent me some discs so I could try it out. 

    Now to the Glamping- now I been camping a bunch, the reason I say that this is glamping is that they have actual running water flushable toilets and outdoor hot showers!  I can’t tell you how excited I was lol, it really upleveled the whole camping experience. They also have an industrial kitchen as well as an outdoor bar where they have very fairly priced beer and wine. Did I mention they have a full size professional pool table? Turns out Bernie and Carolyn are professional pool players too! This place is awesome! I will definitely be coming back again again to relax. I live in sd so it’s only about 35-40min drive from my place.  Thank you so much Carolyn and Bernie for such a great experience!!

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    Apr. 20, 2024

    GoodVibes Ranch & Farm

    Love This place!

    Beautiful nature getaway! Only 30 mins East of San Diego. 150 acres of beautiful pristine land. Gorgeous oaks shading our camp site. Loved the kitties & the ranch doggies. Went for a hike. Saw lots of flowers, a seasonal creek, sage, views of the valley & nearby mountain. Played some pool. The disk golf course is on the awesome hike I took. They have live music on the weekends. And 3 huge custom stone showers with natural spring water & full bathrooms with sinks & flushing toilets.

  • WThe Dyrt PRO User
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    Apr. 9, 2024

    Desert Oasis Mobile Home & RV Resort

    Old and dirty spas with cold water.

    The photo of the three spas mislead me to think this was a nice resort with three spas that my wife and I stayed at years ago but this place was old and the spas were dirty and cold. We drove in, set up, looked around and left. Won't be going back.

  • Gina P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Palm Springs-Joshua Tree KOA
    Apr. 2, 2024

    Palm Springs-Joshua Tree KOA

    Love it!

    Had a wonderful time with the kids and our two doggos here! Great dog park, family friendly and the hot springs was just perfect for all of us. Even have 3 temperatures so the kids can enjoy hot springs too! Thanks for a wonderful stay! We’re here last week of March 2024.

  • Stephanie W.
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    Mar. 15, 2024

    Guajome Regional Park

    Pretty and clean

    For the price of full hook up ($35) in a location so close to the beach, I call it a win. It was beautiful with a pond and walking paths. There were many dogs and we saw horses on the paths too. The bathrooms / showers were clean and didn’t stink. Always had toilet paper. Showers take specific coins and you have to get them from the office before 5pm so if you arrive late, keep that in mind. Spots are good size and paved paths are well lit at night. Good for going to the restroom at night but bright if you have a spot near the walkways. Otherwise the camp is pretty dark at night

  • Danny T.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Mar. 1, 2024

    Lake Henshaw Resort

    Not bad but not great

    Spaces are very close together. The camp store was closed and the camp host was a little strange. I know that can be the case often but I didn’t want to have Covid vivid conspiracy conversations. Not a spot I would have a desire TK go back to

  • Bill R.
    Camper-submitted photo from Agua Caliente County Park Campground
    Feb. 27, 2024

    Agua Caliente County Park Campground

    A funky little San Diego County campground with a hot spring

    Camped here for three nights in March of 2019, in one of the partial hookup sites close to the pool. According to the map of the CG, there are 104 sites and 7 cabins. Partial hookups are closest to the pool/shower area, with full hookups and cabins farther back and tent sites in the middle.  

    it seemed to be a well run facility. It was cool, cloudy and wet from recent rains when we were there and our site had a tiny stream running through it. Some sites, including ours, were not too level. The pool was not what I'd call "hot", probably in the mid to high 90s. 

    There's a couple short trails in the park, we hiked Moonlight Canyon. We really enjoyed it!! A bit like a lunar landscape with wild desert plants and flowers. The highlight was seeing some desert bighorn sheep!

    A small store sits just outside the park entrance and though it was small, it seemed to have at least one of everything you could possibly need, including my favorite Colorado  beer, Fat Tire!!

    This park has a lot of rules, some quite unusual. Probably a good idea to familiarize yourself with them before you head out.

  • Tamara K.
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Morena County Park
    Feb. 23, 2024

    Lake Morena County Park

    We WILL return!!!!

    We stayed 2/17/24-2/22/24 at spot 77. Great, huge shade tree!!! Level. 

    Clean bathrooms!! Flush toilets & 2 shower stalls.

    The Rangers were kind & helpful!

    Fire wood is $6/bundle that is purchased from the ranger station. Cash only.

    Showers are pay showers. .50/4mins.

    There must have been 100 wild turkeys that cruised thru the camp ground a few times. Pretty epic sight!! 

    During this time of year, chilly nights but beautiful days. We did get rained on for a day but nothing horrible.

    Oh, fires out by 11. They’re pretty strict about that time if the camp ground is busy but if it’s not, they leave you alone. I sat out after my kids went to bed til around midnight with my fire & it was heaven. Poured water on my fire & went to bed. Perfect evening!!

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Dos Picos County Park
    Feb. 16, 2024

    Dos Picos County Park

    Great campground off the beaten path

    Second time here, booked to be close to the San Diego zoo safari park. This is a very well run county park.

  • Patrick J.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from The Springs at Borrego RV Resort
    Feb. 6, 2024

    The Springs at Borrego RV Resort

    A great desert glamping destination

    When we arrived, check in was quick and were escorted to our site. Our friends had arrived already and told us the site next them was open. The man who escorted us made a quick call and made the change.

    The concrete pads are really long. I will leave a picture. This allowed us to have both the trailer and the truck on the pad. Not the perpendicular park job we are all used to. 

    It raining all day the following day and we were getting emergency alerts on the phone for dangerous flooding. The RV park has no drainage problem at all. The park is incredibly clean and well maintained.

    We did play a couple of days on the golf course there. The course was in excellent shape. Green a bit slow. :-)

    The pool area with all the activities available was a nice option. One night they had live music in that center. 

    This is a fun place to be for sure. Lots of hiking places near by. We will be back!

  • Karen S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Palm Springs Thousand Trails
    Dec. 26, 2023

    Palm Springs Thousand Trails

    Nice pool and great location

    This is one of my favorite Thousand Trails. The pool is really nice and the grounds beautiful with all the date palm trees. We've met other nice campers and there are families with kids and retirees. The City of Palm Desert has a beautiful public park with pickle ball and lake. Great dining and shopping in the area. Lots of hikes and recreation areas.'

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    Dec. 8, 2023

    Sea View Estates Spa & RV Park, LLC

    New ownership , more problems

    So it’s no new news that the park has been sold and along with doing so the previous owner decided to replace the current manager Debra who in my opinion was overworked and definitely more than likely under paid considering who her boss was . My point here is why would anyone sell a place and replace their manager who did and does way more than job description. It seems as with every other business he’s sold in the community in recent years k owing it was going to be an epic failure and he’s wind back up with the business, that he has it changed his business model why sell a park and the incoming owners has to deal with a place they know nothing about or the ins and outs or the people and except to not have tons more of problems with a new hired manager who don’t know either , of course he won’t get this business back but just doesn’t seem ethical or business worthy to do so . If the new owners had this kind of thinking they’d be smart to rehire or keep if possible current management. Just my opinion it don’t matter cause I no longer am a resident of that poor town but still love the place

  • Hector H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Dixon Lake Campground
    Oct. 31, 2023

    Dixon Lake Campground

    Spectacular spot

    I thought this campground was pretty nice and I enjoyed the views, the peace and quiet, we slept in our Cargo Van set up as a camper. We paid $30 for the spot and restroom was pretty close about a 2 min walk. I recommend this location!

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    Camper-submitted photo from Thousand Trails Palm Springs
    Oct. 31, 2023

    Thousand Trails Palm Springs

    RV HOA

    We got there and were told to just find a spot. We started to back into a spot and began hooking up but realized the power isn’t working. We check the other spaces around us they didn’t have power either. It was so frustrating that I called the office and they came out to fix the problem. In the process they told us that our trailer had to be at a 45 degree angle and our truck had to be parked on the left of our trailer not the right. Such a hassle to do anything and such strict rules for a facility that is run down. Luckily we were only staying the night. Would never book this place again.



Guide to Ranchita

Camping near Ranchita, California, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking to pitch a tent or park your RV, there are plenty of options to enjoy nature and unwind.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the trails around William Heise County Park. One visitor mentioned, "The hiking trails were great for exploring and getting some exercise." The park is surrounded by tall trees and lush greenery, making it a perfect spot for nature walks.
  • Fishing: Head to Lake Hemet Campground for some fishing fun. A camper shared, "The lake is well-stocked with trout and bluegill," making it a great spot for anglers.
  • Wildlife Watching: At Blair Valley Primitive Campground, you might catch a glimpse of coyotes and other wildlife. One camper noted, "Saw some coyotes pass by my camp," highlighting the area's natural charm.

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the sites. A review for Lake Jennings stated, "The bathrooms and showers are clean," which is a big plus for many.
  • Friendly Staff: Many visitors enjoy the helpfulness of the staff. At Dos Picos County Park, one camper said, "This is a very well-run county park," emphasizing the positive experiences with the park's team.
  • Privacy: Campers often mention the spaciousness of the sites. A review for Burnt Rancheria Campground highlighted, "The sites are nice with lots of trees for more privacy," making it a peaceful getaway.

What you should know:

  • Noise Levels: Some campgrounds can get busy and noisy, especially on weekends. A visitor at Lake Hemet Campground mentioned, "It can get a little loud on the weekends with drunk party-goers."
  • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have full amenities. For instance, Blair Valley Primitive Campground has no drinking water or electric hookups, so be prepared to bring your own supplies.
  • Wildlife Caution: While wildlife is a highlight, it’s essential to be cautious. A camper at William Heise County Park warned about ticks in the area due to the presence of mule deer.

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for spots like Lake Jennings, which has a playground and activities for kids. One parent shared, "Great place for family and kids. Affordable."
  • Plan for Activities: Make sure to bring fishing gear if you’re heading to Lake Hemet Campground. A visitor noted, "Make sure to bring your spinning rods and reels with you."
  • Pack Snacks: Having snacks on hand can keep the kids happy. A camper at Dixon Lake Campground mentioned, "They have a small snack stand during the day," which can be convenient.

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure to check the size of the sites before booking. A review for Paso Picacho Campground mentioned, "Not many spaces for big rigs, but lots if you’re in the 20’ range."
  • Be Mindful of Hookups: Some campgrounds, like Burnt Rancheria Campground, do not have electric hookups. A camper noted, "There are no water, sewer nor electrical hookups at this campsite."
  • Arrive Early: To secure a good spot, especially on weekends, try to arrive early. A visitor at Dos Picos County Park mentioned, "Shouldn't have a problem finding a site here," but arriving early can help you snag the best ones.

Camping near Ranchita, California, offers a variety of experiences for everyone. Whether you're looking for a quiet retreat or a family adventure, there's something for you in this beautiful area.

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    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Ranchita, CA is William Heise County Park with a 4.5-star rating from 43 reviews.

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