Best Glamping near San Diego, CA

Recent Glamping Reviews near San Diego, CA

580 Reviews of 41 San Diego Campgrounds

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  Cha C.

  Guide

  

  May. 13, 2019

  Burnt Rancheria Campground

  Quick getaway

  Quick drive from San Diego, some shady sites, some open sites. Nice hiking / biking near meadows. Can be windy at times. Compost toilets. Temp can get pretty hot in the summer.

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  Krystle L.

  Guide

  

  Jun. 26, 2023

  Burnt Rancheria Campground

  Mountain Solitude in the city

  Mount Laguna is a wonderful destination if looking for some fresh mountain air without a long commute being just 30-45min drive from San Diego. We really enjoyed our time at this campground. Lots of wonderful trails right from the campground. Sites are nice with lots of tree for more privacy. Restroom facilities were pretty nice. Would come back again!

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  Katie R.

  Guide

  

  May. 8, 2017

  Burnt Rancheria Campground

  Weekend Getaway

  This campground is an easy weekend getaway slot, just 1 hour away from San Diego. Sites and facilities are clean amd well maintained. The campground back up to the Pacific Crest Trail which makes for some cool hikes. All sites are also dog friendly, a plus for us. The only downside is that some sites are small and the campground can get crowded during summer season and holidays.

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  Jerry H.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 2, 2019

  Santee Lakes Recreation Preserve

  Great local campsite!

  Nice campground just 20’ from San Diego city. Set up our 16’ travel trailer at a lakeshore full hookup site #27 (no fire pit though). Kids loved the convenient fishing right behind our trailer and the swimming pools a short drive away. Also was able to rent paddle boats to cruise around the lakes. Only problem was the ants we encountered (first time ever) and had to run over to the local Lowe‘s to purchase some DE to spread around the anchor points and connections. Facilities were clean and well maintained though and will definitely return for our local weekend getaways.

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  Jonathan G.

  Ranger

  

  Oct. 25, 2020

  Burnt Rancheria Campground

  Great campground!

  Only an hour from San Diego, this is accessible but feels so far away. At 6,000 feet, the pine and oak trees provide great shade in almost all sites, but there's still plenty of sun. Bathrooms were clean; some are pit toilets and others are flush and even have showers. All sites have a picnic table and fire pit, plus there are lots of potable water spigots throughout. The Mt Laguna store is only half a mile up the road, the Desert View hike goes right out from camp (plus the PCT), and there are many other hikes along the highway.

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  Lindsey W.

  Guide

  

  Sep. 3, 2017

  William Heise County Park

  Great campgrounds, a little hot for summer!

  The drive up here from San Diego is quick and picturesque. You'll pass through a couple quaint and historic little mountain towns, but Julian is the best stop. Make sure to grab some pie and hard cider before you leave, apples grow everywhere in Julian. As for the campgrounds, they are located at an elevation of 4,200 ft and feature rolling hills with deer and wild turkeys! We were able to see both, as well as a pack of 20 raccoons when we were about to go to sleep. Most sites have trees, but you can't tie anything to them FYI. Bathrooms and showers were close and very clean...bring quarters for the showers.

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  Rachel L.

  Scout

  

  Sep. 29, 2020

  Lake Morena County Park

  Great campsite, easily accessible

  I loved how accessible this campsite was, especially if you're coming from San Diego. Our site had electricity and water, a fire pit, and a picnic table. There were plenty of sites to go around. The rangers were helpful and the facilities were very well maintained. You can buy firewood from the front entrance or get some from the local general store down the street. There were coin operated showers available and bathrooms at each end of the campground. It did get pretty hot during the day, so I would bring a canopy if you have one. My boyfriend and I hit the trails in the afternoon and at night. We saw wild turkeys and the stars were endless. Overall, I loved staying here. This was a perfect escape from the madness going on right now.

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  Corinna B.

  Legend

  

  Mar. 31, 2020

  Oceanside RV Resort

  Totally fine. Nothing special. Good jumping-off place nearish to the beach

  Overall I’d rate this park a“meh.” It’s an okay location, across the highway and a short walk from a “beach” (more like a little beachy play area), though it’s also right up against the train tracks. Oceanside as a town is pretty cute, depending on which part you're in. You’re also a very close drive to Lego Land and not too far from San Diego and such. Since campgrounds in Southern California tend to be very, very expensive, this one falls about in the middle.

  The spots were okay. Not too tight, but not cute. There's some fences and scrub-trees in-between the spots, so that helps a bit. There’s also a dog area, which is helpful. Bathrooms okay. Nothing special. Like I said, mostly a “meh.”

  When we were there, there was also a bit of construction and such going on. In reading other reviews online it looks like there’s a new owner as of some time in 2019, so it may end up nicer in the future. But as it was, I’d try somewhere else first if you can find other options more to your liking.

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  Dave G.

  Scout

  

  May. 6, 2022

  Burnt Rancheria Campground

  Perfect Local Mountain Getaway!

  This campground is a great little hidden gem of a getaway tucked into the Laguna mountains just 50 or so miles from San Diego. At alt 6000 feet in mountain forests, you feel like you are far away from it all. The camp sites are generously spaced adding to the seclusion. It is a family campground, so just know the weekends are going to be full of kids and pets, but weekday camping will present the peace of wind and birds. Bathrooms are clean and water is available everywhere. Not many spaces for big rigs, but lots if you’re in the 20’ range. One whole section is fir first-come, first-serve.

  Access to the PCT for a stretch of very easy hiking right out of the campground. A cafe at the entrance and a general store up the road a couple of miles.

  Advise stopping at a local grocery for firewood, tho. Is expensive ($8/bundle) at the campground and it’s not even local. They have it shipped in.

  Lastly the price here is not $25/ nite as listed. At yhe time of this writing (4/2022) it is $29/nite

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  Mike G.

  Traveler

  

  Dec. 22, 2020

  Santee Lakes Recreation Preserve

  Very unfair !! I am done with them. Rediculus !!

  EDIT: I was a regular, NO MORE!! I have been trying for 2 1/2 years to get back in, almost every day so we can visit our grandchildren. The thing is if you are not from town or immediate area you can only reserve Monday afternoon to Friday morning! Out of state like us, forget it.They ALWAYS have Friday to Sunday blocked off forever and ever.We did give in and stayed during the week. On Friday morning when we had to leave there was empty sites all around us. When we went to the office they would not give one to us. Waiting for people from town to camp for the weekend? I would think they get state or federal funding so going to find out and if so hope they loose it. End of edit———Nice lots with trees, small lakes, camp store, bar, kids play grounds, clean showers close, water, electricity, walking. I spent a month here to be just minutes from San Diego and grand children. Something this nice you have to reserve at least 6 months ahead for nicest tree sites. Many sites (200+) but very popular. With the virus locals are camping here to just get away from it all. So as I said At least 6 months to reserve. Pushers no problem. Goggle Santee Lakes to view camp sites and to reserve one.

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  Denise G.

  Guide

  

  May. 24, 2022

  Lake Jennings

  Hidden Gem

  This place is truly a hidden gem. Just 30 minutes from San Diego, with friendly staff and partial or full hookups. We were in a preferred lake view site#96 which had water and electric hookups. There was a play area that had ladder golf, tetherball, and ping pong. Have extra guess? Have them reserve a Tipi that has a max of 6 people. We had thee bars on our Version service and the campground WIFI is one of the best I have seen camping. Lake Jennings has some supplies available as well such as ice, propane, firewood, etc. at reasonable prices. Bathrooms and showers are clean. There is a dump station in the campground, and I suggest checking out the best way to get into the dump station before taking your rig. there are several roads around the dump station but only one that takes you in straight without having to make a sharp turn and possibly having to back up. The lake is drinking water for the local town and therefore no swimming allowed but they do stock the lake with fish. Just a long walk or short drive to the other side of the Lake and you can go fishing or boating. I would not suggest checking in early. The road in is very narrow and if you arrive before the noon checkout time you may find yourself falling into the lake while trying to squeeze by another on coming RV or trailer.

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  Lee D.

  Legend

  

  Nov. 1, 2023

  Dos Picos County Park

  Convenient getaway from San Diego

  General: A mix of partial hook-up and tent sites plus six cabins about an hour from San Diego. 

  Site Quality: All the sites have paved pads except 64-68 and 70-75; these have gravel pads. These sites also have a curb which can be a bit challenging when backing in an RV. A fire ring and picnic table complete the site. Some have better separation/privacy than others. This area had a lot of recent rain so the creek that meanders through the park was very high. Sites 74 and 75 were flooded and unoccupied when we were there.

  Bathhouse: The one closest to site 73 was very basic (no hooks, shelves, or mirror); there was also one handicap-accessible separate bathroom. Although there were showers in other parts of the campground, there were not any in the bathhouse closest to our site.

  Activities/Amenities: Campfire program, horseshoe pit, short nature trail, dump station. There is also a large, enclosed picnic pavilion. This park seemed to attract family groups (at least on a Friday) and it was great to see so many kids around the campground not on their devices! Appreciate the dishwashing sink and the propane canister recycling. 

  We had to change our plans at the last minute so we were fortunate to secure a site at this park on a Friday night in late March and it was fine for an overnight.

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  Daniel B.

  Legend

  

  Jul. 14, 2017

  Thousand Trails Pio Pico

  End your day hiking in the desert with a dip in the pool!

  I was looking for a place to camp that wasn't too far from San Diego and offered some hiking in the desert landscape. The grounds are quite large - there's 2 pools and rec centers.

  One rec center is designed more for kids with a pool table, air hockey, shuffleboard, and games. The other, more main center has TV, shuffleboard, ping pong, and a built in cafe. You can also rent out sports equipment from the main center, including golf putters for the mini golf course, baseball bats and balls for the diamond, and a few lawn games. There is WiFi access from this building and it appears they even do movie nights plus a few more community-related events, which is nice considering most people who stay here appeared to be doing so long term and having those options keeps the boredom at bay.

  Heck, someone even built a track for RC cars to race on, and there is a laundry center as well. Showers were nice and warm, and not coin operated - a rarity given the water droughts around CA.

  Since you're in the desert, having pools to cool off in was something I appreciated the longer I was in the heat. I did a hike in the area (TAKE LOTS OF WATER AND WATCH FOR RATTLESNAKES) and a dip in the pool was a great way to finish it off.

  I gave this place 4 out of 5 for the following:

  The price tag. $41 for a tent site it too much, even for private campgrounds. I presume this is because even the most primitive sites still offer electric hook ups, and $40ish is usually what you pay for those features - I just wish for a place that offers 500+ spots that some should be available without the hookups and for a lower price.

  The other reason is because some of the amenities need upkeep. It's great to be able to offer things like mini golf and to have the land for a baseball diamond, but both were well overdue for maintenance.

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  Jennifer

  Scout

  

  Aug. 9, 2021

  San Diego Metro KOA

  Absolutely the best campground for the family!

  This is hands down the best campground around. The facility is spotless, extremely clean, environment is awesome where everyone is friendly and they put so much effort into making it fun for the kids with activities at the kids club, bike and trike rentals, a super modern pool and awesome gift shop on top of huge jumping pillows, playgrounds and a giant backyard. It’s our favorite camping spot and everywhere we go is unmatched to here. The kids usually ride around the site and you’re in the middle of San Diego so you can go to the beach, Legoland, Sea World go out to eat or door dash some food! Definitely convenient to everything and the best way to glamp!

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  Ryan W.

  Legend

  

  Feb. 21, 2023

  Borrego Palm Canyon Campground — Anza-Borrego Desert State Park

  It's a fine campground. Just fine. Except for all the people.

  It's a fine campground. There is a check-in kiosk that was well run and you can pay for an extra car or an open site with a credit card.* The sites are set up in two main loops. One for big campers and one for the rest of us. There is no real separation between sites.

  This is convenience based campground. You're at the jump-off for some challenging yet accessible hikes into the desert. Close enough to town to ride a bike for ice cream. The camp has flush toilets and token based showers.** Each site has a deep fire pit, a picnic table under a shade pergola, and access to a nearby water source. Oh yeah, and it's less than two hours from San Diego.

  The outer ring sites look out towards the desert. You'll always know you're in civilization, but they offer the illusion of solitude...if you can tune out the generators. There will be generators, and probably unattended kids riding e-bikes or kicking balls at you as your try to use the bathroom. Site 75 is a great site because in addition to looking out away from inner loop, the fire place is set further away from driveway and picnic table. Site 56 is fine. It's just fine.

  Temper your expectations for desert solitude, appreciate the conveniences for what they are, and this becomes a four star site. The site is mostly, always, definitely full, but cancellations offer last chance drive up opportunities. The park rangers said that most sites were booked through the entire season which ends at the end of April, and we couldn't find a site when searching online for a second night (Saturday), but there were at least three open sites whose reservations had been canceled we could have stayed in.

  Notes:

  Anza is particularly great for star gazing and spring flowers. There are often big horn sheep along the Palm Canyon trail leaving camp. We met one we named Barnabas. 

  Extra vehicles are an additional $10.

  *Pro-tip: Fire wood is cash only. It's not bad 3 bundles for $20. If you don't have cash, you can find wood in town for cheaper without the convenience of it being at camp.

  **Pro-tip: Showers require tokens which are purchased from a machine. 2 tokens for $1. 1 token = 2m in the shower.

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  Rob L.

  Guide

  

  Aug. 19, 2020

  San Diego Metro KOA

  Great KOA!

  We visit this place once a year in the summer, sometimes twice. This place is glamping for sure. They have full service hookups for rv’s and trailers, bungalows and cabins. Lots of amenities for the kiddos when COVID isn’t around. The new pool is great.

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  Veronica H.

  Ranger

  

  Sep. 3, 2021

  San Diego Metro KOA

  Good for families, but not the best part of San Diego

  Nice family resort with lots of amenities, shady campsites with trees, and a nice pool. This particular area of San Diego isn't my favorite, but it does the trick as a base for touring the area. It's about 20 minutes from Sea World, 15 minutes to Balboa Park and San Diego Zoo, and 20 minutes to Coronado. While you're here, don't miss a stop at Tacos El Gordo, easily one of the best, most authentic taco joints in the area!

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  Alicia R.

  Guide

  

  Jun. 11, 2020

  Borrego Palm Canyon Campground — Anza-Borrego Desert State Park

  Beautiful views!

  This campground felt more like I was glamping. Everything was easily accessible and by that I mean; a toilet, running water, and showers. We slept in our tent which felt pretty amazing being that the weather was perfect. I’d highly recommend visiting this camp site in the cooler months.

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  Bob M.

  Scout

  

  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.

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  Erin S.

  Legend

  

  Oct. 28, 2018

  Fiddlers Cove RV Park

  Military campground on the Silver Strand

  Loved it. Book early and pay $4 more a night for a back-in on the water. Sites are wide concrete pads surrounded by gravel. Water sites have fire pits right on the bay. The views of downtown San Diego at night are fantastic. No problem with hook-ups. Wifi is there but it is weak, especially at night when everyone is on. Expect to hear helicopters on patrol at all hours. The campground is connected to the marina and there are a lot of rental options available at fairly reasonable prices. 5 minute drive to Coronado. 15 mins to downtown San Diego. Would highly recommend.

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  William Y.

  Traveler

  

  Mar. 7, 2023

  San Diego Metro KOA

  It’s all here

  Great place if you’re in the San Diego area. Every amenity, wonderful customer service, and close to all the sites that most people enjoy visiting out this way.

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  Katie H.

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 17, 2018

  Fiddlers Cove RV Park

  Beach camping

  Very well maintained. Right off the amphib base. Must have Mil ID to camp there. Kayak, boat, SUP available for rental. Easy access to all of San Diego

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  Jason L.

  Traveler

  

  Nov. 15, 2022

  South Carlsbad State Beach Campground

  Another great beach camping spot!

  Another great beach camping spot in north San Diego County. Heat views. Beautiful beaches. Awesome camp store with a live music and food! Not quiet or remote.

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  Taylor

  Ranger

  

  Nov. 17, 2020

  Woods Valley Kampground

  Forrest camping

  I love love love this campsite. It’s so beautiful to be covered completely by the trees! It makes me feel like I’m in an actual Forrest and not the middle of San Diego

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  Isaac Aaron

  Scout

  

  Jan. 6, 2022

  Woods Valley Kampground

  Great place to RV!

  Woods valley is a gem in San Diego county. Very natural setting with lots of trees. The campground is immaculate, always clean and they keep the caliber of long term guests very high. Gold standard RV park!

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  Taylor

  Ranger

  

  Nov. 7, 2020

  Santee Lakes Recreation Preserve

  Beautiful

  Perfect spot to forget you’re in San Diego. It’s lake in the middle of neighborhoods. My moms company has a party here every year, we take my nephews fishing here almost twice a month. It’s a great place to forget about reality.

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  Sarah B.

  Scout

  

  Sep. 16, 2017

  San Diego Metro KOA

  Short, Fun Stay

  We had a great visit at the San Diego KOA. The staff was very friendly overall and the facilities were clean. This location has the most amenities we've encountered at a campsite. It even has electric tent hookups for the technology inclined! Fun stay!