Top Cabins near Solana Beach, CA

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Best Cabin Sites Near Solana Beach, CA (39)

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    1.

    Dos Picos County Park

    30 Reviews
    85 Photos
    259 Saves
    Poway, California
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $24 - $100 / night

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    2.

    Dixon Lake Campground

    23 Reviews
    70 Photos
    389 Saves
    Escondido, California
    • Pets
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs

    $39 - $50 / night

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    3.

    San Diego Metro KOA

    31 Reviews
    43 Photos
    213 Saves
    Bonita, California

    Wake up to the smell of the ocean air and go to bed beneath a clear sky full of bright stars at one of the best campgrounds in San Diego, California. San Diego Metro KOA Resort is the ideal destination if you're looking for a relaxing vacation with ample opportunities for excitement. We operate year-round and want to help you have the time of your life, whether you're visiting us for a couple of days in the summer or staying with us for a month in the winter.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Guajome Regional Park
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    4.

    Guajome Regional Park

    18 Reviews
    132 Photos
    181 Saves
    Oceanside, California

    Guajome Regional Park is located in the coastal community of Oceanside and has a little bit of everything that San Diego County offers. Just 8 miles from the Pacific Ocean, the park is a great place to visit year-round, and is close to many natural and historic points of interest.

    Some 4.5 miles of multi-use, non-motorized trails meander through diverse Southern California habitats such as woodlands, chaparral, wetlands and mixed grasslands. Two ponds attract a migratory birds and serve as home to a variety of fish that will test the skills of any angler.

    Guajome also has two day-use areas with new playgrounds, a basketball court, restrooms and lots of green lawn space make this park ideal for picnicking – along with 33 tent and RV campsites, a caravan pavilion and a rustic cabin for those wishing to extend their stay overnight.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $29 - $35 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Santee Lakes Recreation Preserve
    Camper-submitted photo from Santee Lakes Recreation Preserve
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    5.

    Santee Lakes Recreation Preserve

    15 Reviews
    37 Photos
    194 Saves
    Santee, California

    If you live up north follow the ducks and migrate to Santee Lakes for some winter camping. If you are already in Southern California and looking for some San Diego camping, then bring the kids for a weekend or a week. Our award winning Campground is nestled in the foothills of Santee, just 20 minutes from many of San Diego’s big attractions. The San Diego Trolley is nearby and you can access San Diego’s beautiful beaches, downtown, a Padre’s game, Balboa Park or Old Town.

    Feel free to see all of the sites that San Diego has to offer, but we have plenty at Santee Lakes to keep you busy. After you choose from 300 full hook-up campsites, all having free WiFi and Deluxe sites, a bit larger, with cable TV, you can enjoy the amenties we offer. You can rent a pedal boat, fish in 7 seasonally stocked lakes, take a swim in one of two pools or relax in the spa. Campers get exclusive fishing in Lakes 6 & 7, and access to the swimming pools and spa.

    Also, when you camp at Santee Lakes, you are choosing a facility that is dedicated to reducing our impact on the environment. More than 4 acres of solar panels located on our property provide enough power to meet almost 50% of the entire Park and Campground needs! Our facility was again awarded the national Plan-it Green Award for our environmental efforts!

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from William Heise County Park
    Camper-submitted photo from William Heise County Park
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    6.

    William Heise County Park

    43 Reviews
    82 Photos
    536 Saves
    Julian, California

    Situated 4,200 feet above sea level in a forest of pines and oaks along the northern extremity of the Laguna Mountain Range, this 929-acre park is one of the few San Diego county parks to get snowfall each year.

    Forests of oak, pine, and cedar surround peaceful mountain meadows and provide an undisturbed setting for nearly 11 miles of scenic hiking and equestrian trails. Mule deer and wild turkey are frequently seen throughout the park, and rare residents include bobcats and mountain lions.

    Though its forest may seem timeless, each season brings dramatic changes: from winter snowfall to spring wildflowers, there is always something new to experience at Heise.

    In addition to trails, you can take advantage of cabins, trailer sites, individual tent sites, and a group-tent camping area, along with several playgrounds, restrooms with coin-operated showers and ample picnic spaces. Rangers-lead activities every weekend, and the park office with a small museum is open during the day or by appointment. This park makes a gorgeous setting for weddings and special events!

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $24 - $34 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Del Mar Beach Cottages
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    Del Mar Beach Cottages

    10 Reviews
    25 Photos
    316 Saves
    Encinitas, California

    Perfect family getaway with an RV or tent. All campsites come equipped with a full hook up. Enjoy the facility amenities with family and friends

    Del Mar Beach is a military-only beach located on federal property in Camp Pendleton north of Oceanside. Del Mar Beach Camp Pendleton offers wide sandy beach are lucky. The Del Mar Beach Resort has cottages right on the beach offering Marine Corps and other military families a nice place to stay. There’s an RV park on the beach as well. Oceanside and Carlsbad are close to the south with other beaches and amenities for visiting families.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $35 - $65 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from San Onofre Recreation Beach and Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from San Onofre Recreation Beach and Camping
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    8.

    San Onofre Recreation Beach and Camping

    20 Reviews
    56 Photos
    318 Saves
    San Clemente, California

    Located at the north end of Camp Pendleton, the San Onofre Beach Campgrounds are one of three areas aboard the base that patrons can utilize year round.

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

    $45 / night

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    Sun Outdoors San Diego Bay

    12 Reviews
    96 Photos
    66 Saves
    Coronado, California

    Coast through life at Southern California’s newest upscale resort, just outside San Diego. With vacation rentals, RV sites, and amazing on-site amenities, you can do it all, or nothing at all — right here at Sun Outdoors San Diego Bay. Now open.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $150 - $280 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Paso Picacho Campground — Cuyamaca Rancho State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Paso Picacho Campground — Cuyamaca Rancho State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Paso Picacho Campground — Cuyamaca Rancho State Park
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    Paso Picacho Campground — Cuyamaca Rancho State Park

    23 Reviews
    43 Photos
    386 Saves
    Descanso, California

    The beautiful park offers camping and hiking in an oak woodland forest, with a sprinkling of pines and lovely meadows with creeks. There are over 100 miles of trails which accommodate hikers, bikers, and equestrians. The two family camps, Paso Picacho and Green Valley, are open and on the reservation system spring through fall. Green Valley sits at an elevation of 4,000 feet and has a creek which runs through the middle of the campground. The day use area offers sets of cascades and shallow pools, great for water play on hot days. Green Valley has 81 campsites.

    Paso Picacho, 5 miles north, sits at an elevation of 5,000 feet. The most popular hikes start from this camp, including the 2 mile hike up Stonewall Peak (elevation 5,700 feet), and the 3.5 mile hike up Cuyamaca Peak (elevation 6,512 feet), both which offer breathtaking views of the deserts to the east, the coast to the west, and Lake Cuyamaca at the bottom. Lake Cuyamaca, operated by the Helix Water District, is two miles north of Paso Picacho and offers boating and fishing. Paso Picacho campground has 85 campsites.

    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.

    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.

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

    $40 - $250 / night

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Recent Cabin Reviews In Solana Beach

368 Reviews of 39 Solana Beach Campgrounds


  • Camper-submitted photo from Lake Henshaw Resort
    April 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.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Thousand Trails Wilderness Lakes RV Resort
    April 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. ;)

  • Camper-submitted photo from Guajome Regional Park
    March 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

  • Camper-submitted photo from Lake Henshaw Resort
    March 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

  • Camper-submitted photo from Lake Morena County Park
    February 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!!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Dos Picos County Park
    February 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.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Dos Picos County Park
    November 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.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Dixon Lake Campground
    October 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!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Thousand Trails Pio Pico
    October 18, 2023

    Thousand Trails Pio Pico

    Terrible Experience

    I can’t believe how badly this park has deteriorated. On our last stay we saw so many weeds and potholes. The hot tubs seem to be broken all the time. Showers and bathrooms were filthy and rundown. Resort? How shameful. But worse than that are the rangers. They used to welcome us like we were members, paying customers. Not sure why they have such a hard time understanding that we pay their salaries. WE ARE THE CUSTOMERS. We were treated like we were unwanted guests. A new ranger named Christian is a cocky, arrogant kid. He clearly doesn’t want to work there and has no concept of customer service. We immediately asked for his manager and he didn’t care about how rude we were treated. The manager (Israel) only cared about flirting and gawking at another ranger who worked up in the activity center. There’s a married couple who work there selling memberships and he  told me the management is terrible and the park is going down the tubes. He told me much of their staff is unhappy about how they are treated and many have quit. I asked why they don’t get new management and he said even his boss said the women managers are untouchable. He told me secretly that he was quitting too. I guess that’s why he unloaded on them. He told me about the sexual assaults in the park from illegal Mexicans coming across the border. He told me about the 4 convicted pedophiles living in the park and showed me Megan’s Law. It’s all true. You can see them walking around and their addresses listed on their profile on Megan’s Law is the RV Park. He told me about all the drugs on the north side of the park and that one ranger was dating a member there and violently assaulted her and she turned out to be a prostitute. He said the company and manger knew he was a meth addict and yet kept him there and swept it under the carpet. He also told me that the 3rd in charge(Jesus) had to go to counseling because he keeps sexually harassing the other staff and members and he is still doing it. He apparently is harassing the girl who works in the store now. And yet they still protect him and hide it. Seriously? You want us to pay to stay here? Until they start firing these incompetent and rude employees we won’t be coming back.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Dos Picos County Park
    September 14, 2023

    Dos Picos County Park

    Quiet Park Near San Diego

    The county park is quiet and peaceful. During the week I’m 1 of about 4 campers. It has filled up on the weekends with mostly families and scout troops. It is a mix of RV and tent campsites.

  • Camper-submitted photo from El Prado Campground
    September 14, 2023

    El Prado Campground

    Peaceful and well maintained grounds

    Me and my husband camped here for about five days we are in spot 42 lots of room back in plus pull in spots full hook ups has paddle boats fishing and spots to walk your dog

  • Camper-submitted photo from Lake Cuyamaca Recreation and Park District
    August 7, 2023

    Lake Cuyamaca Recreation and Park District

    Tight squeeze on the drive on, but plenty of space in the site

    • We arrived as the sun was setting and had a glare in the windshield so it was a little tough getting through the tight loop but we made it.  Had we noticed that we were supposed to turn right before the bathrooms, we would not have had to do a u-turn!  That was my mistake.   We had a 22 foot trailer and were just barely able to squeeze through.   Many people had their vehicles parked right along the narrow road in.  I saw larger RVs there - I can only imagine how difficult that just have been to get through.  There's a section of road where if you go off it, you could potentially roll down a hill. 

    • Check in for this campground is across the lake at the "bait and tackle shop" (15029 CA-79, Julian, CA 92036) and that's only open until 6PM.  If you arrive later than that, that's OK just check in in the morning.  I wouldn't recommend trying to pull a trailer over to the other side as you'll have a difficult time turning around.  The camp host will remind you as you're entering or leaving that you need that parking pass.

    • The best site in this park would be number 23 as it has a clear view of the lake and a very large "front yard".  We were in 21 and had a partial view with the two other sites closer to the lake blocking our view.

    • Cell service for Verizon was OK for phone calls, not so great for data.   I noticed driving around the lake that there was 5G in the area, just not at the campground.  Top data speed at the site was around 2 MBps down, 0.5 MBps up.  If you have a directional signal booster, that may help.

    • We brought out Starlink dish for internet service.  The trees blocked the satellites every 7 minutes but that was OK for streaming movies.  We never experienced a full outage, just brief moments where the speed went way down.  Our best Starlink speed at the site was 174 MBps down, 11 MBps up, plenty of bandwidth.

    • There are two free campground shower on site, bathrooms and a dishwashing area.  A small store near the entrance has a few food items.

    • The camp host was courteous and drove around once in a while to check out on everyone.  

    • I didn't notice any trash cans on site.  We packed our trash out.

    • The nearest town is Julian - about 6 miles away.  It's a nice place for a quick day visit where you'll find gas (including diesel), food, restaurants, historical buildings, etc.  Of course, you should get a pie while you're there!  Julian is well known for that.

    • The site was clean and neighbors were courteous.  We had a large group camping a couple spots away but they kept the noise down.

    • If you have kids, there's a nice playground by the lake.

    • We had a beautiful view of the Milky Way at night, visible to the naked eye.

    Overall, I would say this is a great camp area to visit with several recreation opportunities nearby.  We came for mountain biking.  There are plenty of trails to ride.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Paso Picacho Campground — Cuyamaca Rancho State Park
    July 20, 2023

    Paso Picacho Campground — Cuyamaca Rancho State Park

    Stolen Campsite

    My family and I take a yearly camping trip and this is one of the sites that we regularly come to. We are a big group of 19 and find this place very comfortable and enjoy the trails. However, we will not be returning! A squatter had hijacked one of our reserved spots and the rangers have done nothing but give is the run around. They just allowed her to stay in our reserved spot the entire stay. The rangers just kept making excuses for the squatter. What was supposed to be a carefree week turned to a stressful and cramped week. They do not care about the campers and it clearly shows.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Dos Picos County Park
    June 24, 2023

    Dos Picos County Park

    Awesome CG!

    Site #30 This campground was an awesome campground from beginning to end. The guard shack that’s in the middle of the entry to get into The campground appears to not be used. You actually check in at the office to the right of guard shack. They only appear to store their ranger trucks near the guard shack, so go into the lane on the right when you’re entering the park. Check-in was quick and easy. There are signs in the park that direct you to where to go to get to your site as well as they give you a map when you check in. The Site was not level (which isn’t a problem) just mentioning it so that you know you’re going to have to have things with you to level your rig. Our site was covered with chalk from overly creative previous campers. Otherwise is was clean. This is a beautiful park with lots of trees and shrubbery. Saturday night was busy and slightly loud but quieted down by midnight. Sunday morning most of the campers packed up and left. The line for the dump is long and slow moving. Blocking sites in its path from 10:30 am to after 12:00 pm. So keep that in mind when you’re scheduling your camping site. Our site was blocked but we could squeeze out so it wasn’t a problem for us. But it could be a problem for others. So just a heads up. Bath house was clean showers looked good. They do you have poison ivy or poison oak in this park. I don’t remember which but they had signs up about it. We saw squirrels, bunnies, and LOTS of hawks and a few other birds during our stay. We had solid Verizon service anywhere in the park. The rangers drive though on and off all day then disappear in the late afternoon reappearing early morning. There are quite a few flys buzzing around and gnat like bugs. But it was no big deal. Great park!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Dixon Lake Campground
    June 18, 2023

    Dixon Lake Campground

    For occasional campers

    The lake is a reservoir and good for just a day trip, but don’t stay too long. Gets super hot and you can’t swim in the lake to cool off at all. The boat ride was fun but also cost money. We heard screaming children all day but otherwise, the view from our site was nice and land was decent

  • Camper-submitted photo from Lake Cuyamaca Recreation and Park District
    June 5, 2023

    Lake Cuyamaca Recreation and Park District

    Great Time Nice Facility

    Friendly staff kept everything clean and gave great advice. Some in our party tent camped and had the best space, view, shade trees. We had a trailer as well, nice and level with water and power. Both had aluminum picnic tables and iron grills. Propane fire pits we allowed but no wood fires.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Lake Morena County Park
    June 4, 2023

    Lake Morena County Park

    Nice campground

    Nice campground. There were a lot of families with kids but you can strategically choose a campsite on an end/corner for more privacy. You’ll also want a site with some shade if there in spring/summer as it got hot during the day. Not all sites have shade. Music must be off by 10, and there is a ranger who comes around to make sure of it. Fires out by 11.

    Campsites have a picnic table and fire ring. Water and electric hookups. Our site was a little overgrown but manageable.

    Bathroom was big, nice and clean, though there is only 1 on the campsite loop. Another up at the ranger station.

    Lake is a short car ride or long walk away. There is a nice hiking trail that takes you back to the dam. Beautiful lake views along the way. We saw 2 bald eagles.

    Took a ride over to nearby Campo Creek Winery and met the lovely owner and chatted over a few glasses of wine.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Indian Oaks Trailer Ranch
    June 2, 2023

    Indian Oaks Trailer Ranch

    Maintenance Nightmare

    I have been staying in my rv full time for ten years. And this campground is absolutely the worst. Good: the lady who takes the reservations is very friendly at first. Bad:  First day: check in. The spot is very difficult to get to up a hill. And small. Almost impossible to park. Plug in electricity. Sewer hookup was good. Screw on the water to their connection. And it breaks. Water flooding my site for 45 minutes before they shut it off. Maintenance guy on site comes and fixes it.  Didn’t even try to hook up the water and on day 3 it breaks again. Spraying my rv with high pressure water again. Flooding inside. Water all over the electrical connection. So much water flooding my travel trailer starts sinking and sliding down the hill. Office doesn’t care. They come fix it again. This time it decides to hold until we are packing up our campsite. Then it blows water all over again. Told the office that they broke the jack on the front of my rv. Flooded my rv. The “nice” lady in the office now becomes very defensive telling me that they take accountability for nothing that happens at their rv park. So I call the company that owns the campground. Basically the same response. There is a very nice county rv park that is much less expensive right around the corner. Stay there and your trip will not end up being the nightmare that mine was. These guys ruined a great vacation. P.s. the lake is disgusting. Maintenance guy looks like he’s on drugs. And there are old tweeker trailers all over the park.

  • Camper-submitted photo from William Heise County Park
    May 12, 2023

    William Heise County Park

    Great campground

    Nice area, campsites we’re clean, rangers were nice. They have areas that are full hookup, partial hookup, no hookup, tent only areas, and group camping. They also have day use parking for $3. Didn’t go on the trails as the ranger informed us they have ticks as mule deer are in the area. Other common animals are wild turkey, gray fox, bobcats, raccoons, steller’s jay, hawks, golden eagles and the occasional mountain lion. Definitely was a nice stay and will be going back



Guide to Solana Beach

Camping near Solana Beach, California, offers a fantastic mix of ocean views, outdoor activities, and family-friendly environments. Whether you're looking to pitch a tent or park your RV, there are plenty of options to enjoy the great outdoors.

What to do:

  • Beach Access: Many campgrounds, like South Carlsbad State Beach Campground, provide direct access to the beach. Campers love the convenience of walking right onto the sand. One reviewer mentioned, "Great little restaurant serving pizza and snacks overlooking the ocean."
  • Biking and Running: The area has excellent bike lanes and running paths. One camper noted, "Great if you want to ride along PCH. This stretch has good bike lanes that take you into Oceanside or Encinitas."
  • Fishing and Hiking: Campgrounds like William Heise County Park offer hiking trails and fishing opportunities. A visitor shared, "The hiking trails were great for exploring and getting some exercise."

What campers like:

  • Scenic Views: Campers rave about the stunning views. One guest at Moro Campground — Crystal Cove State Park said, "Almost every site has an ocean view of some kind."
  • Clean Facilities: Many campgrounds maintain clean restrooms and showers. A reviewer at San Mateo Campground — San Onofre State Beach mentioned, "Clean bathrooms and showers, but we stayed midweek and the place was very, very minimally occupied."
  • Friendly Staff: Campers appreciate helpful staff. One visitor at Lake Jennings said, "The ladies at the front are always so incredibly sweet!"

What you should know:

  • Crowded Campgrounds: Some sites can get busy, especially during peak seasons. A camper at San Clemente State Beach Campground noted, "It is loud, even if it isn't because your neighbors are on top of you."
  • Limited Hookups: Not all campgrounds offer full hookups. For example, Lake Hemet Campground has limited options, with some sites lacking electric hookups.
  • Noise Levels: Campers should be prepared for noise from nearby roads or trains. One reviewer at Doheny State Beach Campground mentioned, "There is a rise in thefts...the loud cargo train that runs just around the grounds."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Sites: Look for campgrounds with amenities for kids, like playgrounds or swimming areas. A visitor at Lake Jennings said, "There was a play area that had ladder golf, tetherball, and ping pong."
  • Plan for Activities: Bring bikes or plan hikes to keep the kids engaged. One camper at San Mateo Campground mentioned, "Good access to walking and biking trails."
  • Pack Snacks: Having snacks on hand can make a big difference. A reviewer at South Carlsbad State Beach Campground highlighted the convenience of the camp store for quick bites.

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A camper at William Heise County Park noted, "A more experienced human might not have struggled as much but it be hard to get a 20 ft plus trailer into this particular site."
  • Be Mindful of Noise: Choose sites away from busy roads or train tracks if possible. A visitor at Doheny State Beach Campground mentioned, "The train is loud, but passes seldom."
  • Plan for Dump Stations: Know where the nearest dump stations are located. A reviewer at Lake Hemet Campground advised, "There is a $10 fee, they have a convenient credit card machine."

Camping near Solana Beach, California, offers a variety of experiences for everyone. Whether you're looking for beach access, scenic views, or family-friendly activities, there's something for every camper.

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