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Camping near Wildomar spans tent sites, RV hookups, cabins, and glamping options within a short drive of urban centers in Southern California. Lake Skinner Recreation Area, approximately 10 miles southeast of Wildomar, offers year-round camping with tent sites, RV hookups, and glamping options. Thousand Trails Wilderness Lakes RV Resort in nearby Menifee features cabin accommodations alongside traditional camping areas. Several campgrounds in the region support mixed-use activities including hiking, boating, and fishing, with most facilities concentrated around lakes and recreational areas rather than in wilderness settings. The camping landscape extends from Lake Elsinore to Temecula, encompassing both public recreation areas and private resorts.
Seasonal considerations affect camping throughout the region, with summer temperatures frequently exceeding 90°F in lower elevations. Most campgrounds remain open year-round, though Blue Jay Campground near Lake Elsinore is temporarily closed. Reservations are strongly recommended for weekend camping, particularly at popular locations like Lake Perris State Recreational Area and Ronald W. Caspers Wilderness Park. Many campgrounds provide water and electric hookups, with varying levels of amenities from basic vault toilets to full shower facilities. A visitor noted that "the campground was easy to find, and kept very clean. The camp host came by on his cart with his dog to make sure we had everything we needed."
Campers consistently mention the contrast between developed facilities and natural surroundings as a highlight of the region. Several visitors appreciate the proximity to both outdoor recreation and urban conveniences. At O'Neill Regional Park, a camper observed that "this site is great if you like hiking, biking, MTB, and running. It is very clean, and the showers are free and clean as well." Lake-adjacent campgrounds receive particularly positive reviews, with Lake Skinner described as "a great family campground" with "tent, partial, and full hookup sites along with a camp store, fishing, biking, bathrooms, and day use areas." The region's campgrounds generally balance accessibility with natural settings, though sites closer to urban areas may experience more traffic noise and less privacy than those in more remote locations.
"This is a great family campground right around the corner from Temecula, Murrietta, and Menifee."
"The charge $10 per person per day to fish in their Lake. And you can’t swim or let the kids play in the lake because it’s a reservoir."
from $25 - $45 / night
Check Availability"In the back of a small town 2 miles behind a stater brother's. Most sites are near level on gravel and close together. Laundry uses quarters or a third party app to pay."
"I had a reservation at Wilderness Lakes, and I was a day early, so they let me in! Off to a good start! Full hook-ups, laundry and showers about 50 yards away, no matter which way you go."
"Already been here twice once in 01/25 and 11/25 great campsite some have access to running water facet if not there are some that are close by, have also close by trash bins, has a little shop near by"
"It is right next to the lake which has a swimming area, bike path, climbing area, Hiking trails, along with a camp store which has boat rentals and much more! "
from $25 - $300 / night
Check Availability"We were able to find a spot tucked away off one of the loops to the left after a small hill. Neighbors played loud music but we didn’t mind at all."
"clean restrooms and sites. large campground with paved roads was nice for strolling through. pretty far off the beaten path above lake elsinore. the views near by were fantastic. the staff was fairly friendly"
from $20 / night
Check Availability"Canopy Court area has easy and close access to the splash pad, the playground, a large grass area, and even the pool. The boat launch is very near by too but we had no use for that."
"I had site 126 in the fields, corner site and lake view. This campground has a pool, splash pad, park, dog park and access to the lake. They also have a band on Saturday nights."
from $55 - $140 / night
Check Availability"San Mateo is one of the better beach campgrounds in California, some sites have some great privacy."
"Another beautiful gem along the California Coast. Although not on or too near the beach, this campground is truly a lovely spot. All or most of the campsites boast a bit of privacy."
from $45 - $250 / night
Check Availability"Behind my Camp site was a few different hiking paths. Restroom buildings have water, toilets, and showers. It says to bring quarters for the showers but they were free. Each site is typical..."
"This is a nice little campground tucked away amidst the hustle and bustle of South Orange County."
from $20 / night
Check Availability"Tucked on the outskirts of Mission Viejo is an oasis of green grass and groves of the twisting and searching limbs of Coastal Live Oak trees. "
"Rangers at entrance to check for pets (not allowed) and where you can buy bundles of wood for $5 if you want. Technically not allowed to bring in outside wood."
from $20 - $25 / night
Check Availability"The campground was right off the highway, cost affective ($15/night), and there were no reservations needed. There were 24 sites tucked in the woods. A few water faucets & bathrooms throughout."
"Albeit it’s just off the road and Ortega highway is fairly busy at all hours of the night, so road noise was a little annoying but not bad. Self pay was easy and quick."
from $15 / night
Check Availability"Bike trails are right next to the park. Fun trails watch out for rattle snakes. Only downside is the kids racing around in golf carts at night."
"She told me that it had been around for decades under a different name, Buttercup I think. It has an established rotation of regular guests that come for access to wine country."
TravelerCamped with two people and had tons of space in our site. The car parking is a slightly away from the site, which we liked but maybe not other peoples’ preference
ScoutHas a security guard that thought she was God or something like that. Never seen anybody or place so petty on the place and still searching for the championship horseshoe pits and I can't stop talking about the dark green of the fishing lakes and the fish swimming on their sides
TravelerWe reserved and paid for a regular RV site specifically advertised for a 36–40 ft motorhome. We were assigned Site#28, which was so sloped and unsuitable that we could not safely extend either our living-room slide-out or bedroom slide-out. While using our leveling system, two front hydraulic jack rods broke and one rear jack became severely bent and could not retract. Our motorhome was left unsafe to drive or move. The exact mechanical cause still requires professional inspection, but the condition and slope of the assigned site are serious concerns. We immediately notified the campground by email, provided photographs, and went to the office seeking help with an incident report, emergency assistance, and a safe plan for the stranded motorhome. Unfortunately, management refused to take meaningful responsibility or help us resolve the emergency. The most disappointing part was not only the unsuitable site, but the lack of concern and assistance after a guest’s large motorhome became immobilized on the property. We had to return to work on Monday and were left trying to arrange emergency service, towing, transportation, and accommodation on our own. Based on this experience, I cannot recommend Holloway’s RV Park to owners of large Class A motorhomes. If you have a 36–40 ft RV, carefully inspect the assigned site’s slope, space, and leveling conditions before parking or deploying your jacks.
ScoutThe scenery is unique and enjoyable, with nice views of either sunrise or sunset, depending on site. I found the lake itself very pretty. However when we arrived 4 vehicles are in our spot, people were nice enough moving but we had to go door to door knocking on camper to ask who's cars they were due to no signal and no rangers nearby. Our site was pretty dirty with lots of trash, copious ants near the drainage attachments, and two of the nearby groups had excessive tents extending into the back of our site making our view look more like a homeless encampment and less like a serene mountain sunset. They also were littering, urinating outside, and excessively drinking and partying like crazy until the wee hours. As a family group we felt really uncomfortable. It seemed like not all spots are like this, however, on my walk around deer loop in the morning. If you do go, the water activities and rentals look fun, the walking trail/biking trail was nicely done, and you could optimize your spot by booking a whole group of spots (instead of booking one, book one on the right and left side to avoid feeling like you have entered homeless refuge). It maybe was a bit worse as we were here over a holiday weekend. But we most likely won't be back, there are other places that are less expensive and with better enforcement and a family atmosphere. If you want to party it is probably a fine spot, and if you love water sports also likely ok. I thin it's a beautiful place with unique scenery and a lot of potential, but needs more enforcement regarding guest code of conduct.
Edited and gave 3 stars instead of 2. Views are really nice now that our poorly behaved neighbors left. Worth considering a visit during less busy times.
TravelerNice campground, clean and well maintained - would pick a different spot a bit further from street. If you want to go to lake, its a bit away so need car.
ScoutEasy to get to. I have an AWD sprinter no problem. Son has an Acura TLX made it up no issue had a few spin outs on steeper parts. Higher sites are nice and spaced.
RangerNo lake view, which was a bit disappointing. Nice wooded area though with tree climbing. A bit loud music from the neighbors, not until very late so was OK. Limited amount of toilets for the amount of spots
TravelerCamp site is in walking distance of Idyllwild. Has has a couple of sites with electric hookups. Bathrooms are clean, showers need a token for $1. Being close to the road makes it noisy during the daytime .
TravelerGood campground, quiet, not crowded during the week. Too much trash around some sites, though, on a Monday (doesn’t look like new trash). Bathrooms were clean, but basic. Evening bike ride was fantastic, but the trail is not well kept up (rough or crumbling in many spots) and is steep enough to require an electric bike in several parts unless you are good with an 8-9% grade. Park is quiet during the day, with a lot of amenities.
Tons of ants. Active gnats and mosquitoes at dusk and dawn.
Temperatures were quite warm in mid August. Glad we had an RV with AC.
Camping sites near Wildomar, California range from lake-adjacent to mountain wilderness settings, offering diverse terrain within a 20-mile radius. Summer temperatures in this region can reach 100°F in July and August, particularly in lower elevations near Lake Elsinore, while winter nights often drop into the 40s. Campsites in the area typically cost between $20-45 per night depending on amenities and location.
Hiking near waterfalls: At Blue Jay Campground, visitors can access several waterfall trails within a short drive. "Went on two great hikes, both to the nearby waterfalls. Each hike was beautiful," notes one camper who appreciated the accessible trails from this campground.
Mountain biking on designated trails: The terrain around O'Neill Regional Park provides excellent opportunities for cyclists. A visitor mentioned, "This site is great if you like hiking, biking, MTB, and running... There are many hiking trails nearby in all directions. I usually ride to Caspers from the campsite or Trabruco creak up to Holy Jim."
Fishing with permit: Several lakes in the area allow fishing with proper permits. At Launch Pointe Recreation Destination, fishing requires additional fees. "The fishing costs an extra fee per day on top of your California State License, so it's a bit pricy. There are also nice hiking trails near the campground," explains one camper.
Splash pad water play: For families with children, water features provide relief from summer heat. "They have a super nice splash pad that's no additional cost! There are lots of walking trails," reports a camper at Lake Skinner Recreation Area, noting the amenity is particularly valuable since swimming in the reservoir itself isn't permitted.
Privacy between sites: Many campers appreciate campgrounds that offer separation between sites. At San Mateo Campground, "most of the spots are super private! A fun little hike (1.5 miles) to the walk until tresels beach. I think it's 2 miles all together. The beach is beautiful, great for surfing!"
Clean shower facilities: Access to well-maintained bathrooms ranks high in positive reviews. "Bathrooms and showers are standard. Want to surf? Walk the short trail for 10-15 and you're set!" notes a San Mateo Campground visitor who appreciated the combination of amenities and outdoor access.
Proximity to wineries: Temecula wine country provides an additional activity option for adult campers. One visitor to Temecula/Vail Lake KOA observed that the campground "has an established rotation of regular guests that come for access to wine country. She said KOA inherited the bar and it's regular loyal following."
Wildlife viewing opportunities: The natural setting offers chances to see local fauna. A camper at Ronald W. Caspers Wilderness Park reported, "There is a cute playground for kids, a nature center where you can enjoy viewing through the telescope overlooking almost all of the 8,000 acres of the Caspers WP. If you like hiking or mountain biking this is a great park for you!"
Fire restrictions: Seasonal fire bans frequently impact camping experiences. At Ronald W. Caspers Wilderness Park, "they often have no burn times, these are dependent on the winds," explains a camper, highlighting the importance of checking current fire conditions before arrival.
Cell service limitations: Connectivity varies significantly between campgrounds. At Temecula/Vail Lake KOA, a camper reported, "We have solar so choose Arroyo Secco at first. We live/work out of the RV during the Covid pandemic, so we bought a cell booster and WiFi relay, but even they couldn't make any use of the provided WiFi."
Wildlife precautions: Campers should secure food and be aware of local wildlife. "Tons of little animals hanging out (rabbits, birds, chipmunks). Those chipmunks will definitely go for your stuff if you don't pack it away," warns a visitor to Ronald W. Caspers Wilderness Park.
Road noise: Some campgrounds experience highway traffic sounds. At El Cariso Campground, a visitor noted, "The campground was right off the highway... There were 24 sites tucked in the woods," and another mentioned, "Road noise is a problem but if you are just looking to get out locally and cheap it's a go for me."
Choose campgrounds with kid-specific amenities: Family-oriented sites offer features designed for children. At Launch Pointe Recreation Destination and RV Park, "Great campground for families. Lots of activities for the kids to do, like smores by the fire, art, splash pad, and play ground. Facility was clean."
Consider bike-friendly campsites: Flat, paved areas allow for safe cycling. "It's a great place for a quick getaway from everyday living," says a camper at Lake Perris State Recreational Area, while another visitor to O'Neill Regional Park mentioned, "Recently paved streets (perfect for scootering, skating, biking)."
Look for educational opportunities: Some campgrounds offer learning experiences. "There is a cool museum were the amazing staff provided us with interesting history about the lake and Indian tribes. Such a fun and peaceful place to hangout at!" explains a visitor to Lake Perris State Recreational Area.
Pack entertainment for varied weather: Temperature fluctuations can impact activities. A Blue Jay camper noted, "My family joined our extended family for a weekend away at Blue Jay campground. It is only an hour drive from our home in Newport Beach, but felt like we were a million miles away."
Check site dimensions carefully: Some campgrounds have size limitations for RVs. A camper at San Mateo Campground advised, "Nice and relaxing here... Bring a bike to explore the loops and trail to beach... We enjoyed the view in our Skamper pop up from site with Electric hook up site 30. But other Electric sites had good views 24,26,27 and 28."
Consider site leveling needs: Uneven parking areas can challenge larger rigs. "We reserved a spot for a rig with slide outs on both sides to accommodate our 39'er but it took some creative parking to get the rig into the spot in a way that we could actually open both sides," reported a Launch Pointe visitor.
Water restrictions may apply: Drought conditions can impact hookups. At Ronald W. Caspers Wilderness Park, a camper noted, "I had electric hookup but no water because of the drought," highlighting the importance of checking current water availability before arrival.
Generator policies vary: Noise regulations affect power options at some campgrounds. "By Friday night it was filled with huge fifth wheel RVs effectively boondocking with generators. Plenty of families with kids. By 10 pm generators are off and kids are asleep and it was very quiet," observed a visitor at Temecula/Vail Lake KOA.
Frequently Asked Questions
What amenities are available at Wildomar camping sites?
Wildomar camping sites typically offer basic amenities including potable water, vault toilets, picnic tables, and fire rings. While specific features at Wildomar may vary by season, comparable campgrounds in the area provide insight into what you might expect. O'Neill Regional Park offers clean, free showers and is great for hiking and biking enthusiasts. Doheny State Beach Campground provides spacious sites along its perimeter, though interior spots can be more compact. Most sites in the region have limited hookups, so arrive prepared with necessary supplies.
Is tent camping allowed at Wildomar campground?
Yes, tent camping is allowed at Wildomar campground. The site accommodates various camping styles, with tent camping being particularly popular. For similar tent camping experiences in the region, consider Heart Bar Campground, which offers a secluded feel with beautiful sunset views over the rolling mountains. Another option is San Mateo Campground, where some sites provide good privacy, though it can get crowded during peak seasons. Most tent sites in the area come with a fire ring and picnic table.
Where is Wildomar campground located?
Wildomar campground is located in the Cleveland National Forest in Southern California, near Lake Elsinore. The campground sits in the scenic Ortega Mountains, approximately 15 miles from the city of Wildomar. It's strategically positioned to provide access to numerous outdoor activities in the region. Nearby campgrounds include Pechanga RV Resort in Temecula and Applewhite Campground in the San Bernardino National Forest, which are both within reasonable driving distance from the Wildomar area.
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