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Yucaipa Regional Park's spacious, pet-friendly campsites feature full hookups with both tent and RV accommodation options. Dogs are permitted throughout the campground with standard leash requirements. The park maintains multiple lakes, hiking trails, and dedicated picnic areas where pets can join their owners. Campsites include concrete pads, fire rings, and picnic tables with sufficient space between sites for privacy. Most sites offer partial shade from mature trees, particularly in the older camping sections. The park charges a nominal per-pet fee of $1 per night in addition to standard camping rates. Nearby Fisherman's Retreat also welcomes pets with lakefront camping opportunities where dogs can enjoy the shoreline areas on leash. The bathrooms and shower facilities remain clean and well-maintained, though pet owners should note the park grounds contain stickers in some areas that may be uncomfortable for dog paws.
Hiking trails accessible from Yucaipa Regional Park provide excellent exercise opportunities for dogs, with the Zanja Peak Trail offering a more challenging route for active pets and their owners. The park's three fishing lakes create scenic walking paths where leashed pets can accompany anglers. During summer months, the splash zone and water park areas operate, though pets are restricted from these facilities. Oak Glen and Cherry Valley offer alternative pet-friendly camping options within a 20-minute drive, though visitor reviews note significant quality differences between these facilities. Winter camping requires preparation as temperatures can drop into the teens overnight, necessitating appropriate shelter and bedding for pets. The campground's proximity to city conveniences means pet supplies are readily available within a short drive, while still providing a natural setting with mountain views and adequate distance from urban noise.
"The green spaces are full of stickers and mostly unusable for things like walking dogs, kids playing. I was charged junk fees. $7 to make the reservation myself online and then $1 per pet, per night."
"Loved camping at yucaipa been twice so far are favorite place so peaceful and beautiful a lil bummed lakes were closed but still had a fun week"
"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"Each trail I used offered lovely views. This campground is huge, yet felt homey. My cat watched the squirrels play on nearby trees from the RV."
"Stayed a couple years in a row with me family. ( and dog) site large enough for two large family tents. Picnic table and fire ring."
from $40 - $81 / night
Check Availability"Big Bear Lake near by, lake level appears to be receding. Bears and coyotes in the area, recommended not to let small dogs or cats roam unattended."
"We camped just a few steps away from the lake, there were other campers there but the campgrounds are far enough away from each other."
from $44 - $91 / night
Check Availability"Most of the sites have incredible views looking out over Lake Hemet and of the San Jacinto mountains."
"Fun off-road adventure to get to the site. Minimal sites so not much crowding."
"San Gorgonio, aptly named for the famed crown peak near by, is a nice mix of family friendly and weekend escape."
"If you live in Southern California and haven't climbed the highest peak, you need to get out there and experience nature."
from $34 - $69 / night
Check Availability"Came here for a weekend, good spot for tent camping, I went on an off trail hike, cool, fun area. Some views. Drove over to the lake but couldn’t find parking. Very quiet and clean as well."
"mountain just a short hike away from our site, #23. "
from $36 - $73 / night
Check Availability"We were tucked up into the hill side with neighbors far enough sway to make it very private. There were no showers so we brought our travel one and hung it from a branch."
"We arrived at Hanna Flat campground around 11 am on Friday, August 21. First thing about the campground is that the road to get to it is pretty rough."
from $33 - $67 / night
Check Availability"The first thing to mention is the location. The back of the campground faces west where the rolling mountains seem to part in a way that showcases the beautiful California sunset."
"second reason; there are many many sites to choose from. this camp ground has several loops that each contain roughly 20 campsites, sometimes more. on any given day you should be able to drive up, though"
from $29 - $58 / night
Check Availability"Very clean, dog friendly ( with dog park) helpful nice staff, propane available, small playground and swimming pool, picnic tables and grills at each site"
"The dog park was honestly amazing, I loved it & then dogs loved it."
TravelerComfortable partial hookup sites, pet friendly, and nice people. Theres a dog park next door. The bathrooms are clean, and the laundry facilities work well (although coin only, no cards).
RangerVery clean, dog friendly ( with dog park) helpful nice staff, propane available, small playground and swimming pool, picnic tables and grills at each site
GuideNot a very attractive drive in. Lots and lots of trash in the shrubbery and fields along the highway. Reservation and check in was easy. Staff were very friendly and accommodating. The RV park itself is attractive and seems to be fairly well maintained. It seems there are two rv areas. A lower older area and an upper newer and more attractive area. We were in the older area. Site was gravel with a small concrete area. Unfortunately, no one there seems to care about the dog poop everywhere (not exaggerating!). We and the people behind us parking had to clean dog poop off our site before we could set up. When walking our dog we saw poop everywhere. Dog park was ok, but on the small side and would be better with a gravel base instead of the dirt (very, very dusty and results in a dirty, dusty dog). There is a huge field adjacent and owned by the rv park that you can walk and or run your dog. But also full of poop. Bathroom smaller, older in the lower area. Much nicer, more modern bathrooms in the newer area. Two laundry rooms but no front loaders and the older laundry room only had two washers and two dryers. Can use quarters or an app. Pool and spa seemed pretty popular but we didn’t use. Area could really use some lighting at night. Very dark with minimal lighting in the older section. Trash is picked up every morning if you leave outside your site.
GuideBeing reasonably close to our home base, we frequent this park with the family. Major grocery and shopping establishments are nearby, with Target directly across the street, In-n-Out, local parks, and the like. Our kids love the pool area, grandparents love the pickleball courts, and there are always fun activities to do throughout the year. Full-timers are friendly and inclusive of newcomers and passer-throughs. Dog parks are clean and located at either corner of the park. The entrance security kiosk is staffed 24/7, and they'll even help spot you while parking your rig. We cannot say enough good things about this place.
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Legend🔹location in front of Pala Casino. 🔹Great guest services. Full hookups sites. Propano fills available. The spot are big as well, each spot have a picnic table! Resort-style amenities. Nice Pool, kids playground and dog park great! Near Gas station and small market! 🔹We sure
will stay again and recommend
GuideI 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. The only bad part is they strictly enforce quiet time at 10pm. I felt like a kid being told to go to bed. I feel like on weekends people should be able to stay up late in front of their camper with low voices. Shouldn’t be hounded night after night! That was my only complaint.
GuideRV Park full of residence and full timers. Will accommodate one or more nights. Good place to recharge and do laundry. Everything looks mostly clean and the pool was nice too. Small dog park with real grass.
RangerThis campground was small, but cozy. They have an unheated pool (which looked a little dirty) no hot tub, and about 3 recreational rooms. One had a pool table with a comfy looking couch, and the other had tables for card playing.
There was a dog park outside, but not much more. There was a picnic table and a grill in just about every spot.
Water pressure was fantastic, and I got t-mobile cell service here.
GuideShadow Hills RV Resort is a stellar urban RV resort with all the amenities. Full hookups, daily trash pickups at each site, cable tv, large level pads with privacy hedge, small dog parks scattered throughout, gated security, nice restrooms w/ showers (free). We were visiting family who were just a short bike ride away. Can be extremely windy here. Desert X environmental art installations are nearby.
Yucaipa Regional Park sits at an elevation of 2,600 feet in the foothills of the San Bernardino Mountains, creating a transitional climate zone between the desert and mountain regions. The surrounding area features a mix of chaparral, oak woodland, and conifer forests that provide diverse habitats for wildlife. Winter temperatures typically range from mid-30s to 60s while summer months see temperatures from 70s to 90s with occasional thunderstorms.
Hiking accessible trails: Nearby Dogwood Campground offers access to the Enchanted Loop Nature Trail with mountain views. "Access to the Enchanted loop nature trail is at the back end of the camp and offers some great views," notes Jeremiah F. For more challenging hiking, consider the trails around San Gorgonio Campground where "there is clean water, clean restrooms and showers. The showers go hot and cold in a second but this is a water conservation area so no big deal and they are free," according to Steve R.
Mountain biking: The area has extensive mountain biking trails suitable for various skill levels. At Serrano Campground, campers appreciate the bike-friendly environment: "Beautiful, pristine campground with bike trails/walking paths around the lake. The town is bike friendly," shares Trey T. Many trails connect campgrounds to nearby attractions.
Fishing opportunities: Multiple lakes within a 30-minute drive offer fishing. Jenks Lake near Barton Flats is a popular spot. Jonathan G. reports, "There is a hiking trail that goes out of camp and plenty of other options in the area. Also check out Jenks Lake." Lake Perris provides additional fishing options with John H. noting, "This lake has been good to me and my friends, always catch something, maybe not a lunker but fun."
Privacy between sites: Many dog friendly campgrounds near Yucaipa offer spacious, well-separated sites. At Hanna Flat Campground, "Each site was spread out and lots of space for 2-4 tents. The distance to downtown Big Bear is around 25 minutes," shares Manny D. Sites at some campgrounds provide a secluded feel even when the campground is busy.
Clean facilities: Campground cleanliness is consistently mentioned in reviews. At Lake Perris State Recreational Area Campground, "The restrooms get cleaned daily around 8-10am. More than enough room at site 380," notes Angel C. Bathroom facilities vary by campground, with some offering flush toilets and others providing vault toilets.
Natural surroundings: The forested setting creates an immersive outdoor experience. According to Bryan H., Yucaipa Regional Park has "Great tent camping facilities, privacy from neighbors, access to Zanja Peak Trail head, 3 lakes for fishing, water park during the summer, and friendly helpful staff." Most campgrounds maintain natural vegetation between sites for added privacy and shade.
Fire restrictions: Seasonal fire bans are common, especially during summer and fall. At Pine Knot Campground, campers face "a $3000 fine if your campfire is left unattended, and no rowdy obnoxious behavior is tolerated," according to Colette K. Always check current fire restrictions before your trip.
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