Top Campgrounds near Escondido, California
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Paradise by the Sea Beach RV Resort
17 milesOceanside, CA
79 Verified ReviewsWelcome To San Diego’s North Shore! Where you are just minutes away from beautiful sandy beaches! Enjoy resort-style amenities, including a pool and hot tub, restrooms and showers, free HD Cable TV, and Wi-FI. The resort is adjacent to Buccaneer Park and Beach, offering the perfect waves for surfing, a beach cafe, basketball court, playground, and picnic area. Explore the coastal towns of Oceanside, Carlsbad, Encinitas, and Camp Pendleton or venture to nearby attractions, including the San Diego Zoo & Safari Park or LEGOLAND California! Paradise by the Sea is the perfect place to enjoy Southern California!
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El Cajon Elks Lodge 1812
25 milesEl Cajon, CA
25 Verified ReviewsEl Cajon Elks Lodge 1812 is located in the beautiful El Cajon Valley. The park is situated about 15 miles East of San Diego, California, and is within easy driving range to many exciting attractions. Enjoy the public golf courses, two mountain ranges, deserts, the Pacific Ocean, San Diego tourist attractions, and Mexico are nearby. Elks Lodges bring so much more to their communities than just a building, golf course or pool. They are places where neighbors come together, families share meals, and children grow up.
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Old Town Ranch
26 milesTemecula, CA
No ratings to displayOld Town Ranch in Temecula, California, offers a one-of-a-kind getaway with handcrafted Conestoga wagons that deliver an authentic pioneer experience without sacrificing modern comforts. Each wagon is equipped with heat, air conditioning, full restrooms, cozy beds, coffee makers, and more. Nestled in the heart of wine country along the De Portola Wine Trail, the ranch is just minutes from over 40 wineries, hot air balloon rides, horseback riding, golfing, and other local adventures. Guests can enjoy onsite activities like Cornhole, Bocce Ball, and Horseshoes, or relax by the fire pit for marshmallow roasting and campfire songs. Make unforgettable memories at Old Town Ranch—start planning your pioneer adventure today!
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Lake Cuyamaca Recreation and Park District
30 milesJulian, CA
82 Verified ReviewsLake Cuyamaca is the jewel of the San Diego mountains, the ideal mixture of adventure and relaxation. Whether you visit for a day, a weekend, or a two week vacation, it’s a place so beautiful you won't want to leave!
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- Top for Digital NomadsCampspot Awards2024 Winner
Sun Outdoors San Diego Bay
33 milesChula Vista, CA
52 Verified ReviewsCoast through life at Southern California’s newest upscale RV Resort, just outside San Diego. With vacation rentals, RV sites, and amazing on-site amenities, you can do it all, or nothing at all. At San Diego Bay, you'll find the greatest amenities that create those finest moments in life. Splash in the sparkling pool, relax on your own private cabana, sip on Juice from the Juice and Breakfast Bar. Lounge Poolside and watch a movie or workout at the onsite fitness center. Discover all San Diego Bay has to offer!
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Emerald Bay RV Park
42 milesLake Elsinore, CA
6 Verified ReviewsSituated on the shores of scenic Lake Elsinore, Emerald Bay RV Park offers a welcoming destination for RV enthusiasts and campers alike. With stunning views of the lake and surrounding mountains, this campground provides the perfect backdrop for outdoor adventures and relaxation. Whether you're fishing, boating, or simply enjoying the beauty of nature, Emerald Bay RV Park has something for everyone. Book your stay now and experience the charm of Lake Elsinore firsthand!
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- Top Mid-Size CampgroundsCampspot Awards2024 Winner
Launch Pointe
42 milesLake Elsinore, CA
89 Verified ReviewsSouthern California RV camping starts at Launch Pointe: the place for Lake Elsinore RV camping. They've created seven unique spaces catering to any camper's desire. Whether you are looking for a secluded stay, a large lawn with a lakeview, or easy access to amenities, they've got it all. They also offer vintage trailers and yurts. There is plenty of activities for kids including the canopy court playground which is every child’s playground dream come true. It has lots of fabulous equipment to climb and play on, all on top of a surface cushioned to eliminate those scuffed knees. Also, check out the newly added splash pad! Launch Pointe is the perfect place to relax and unwind. Whether you are looking to sway in a hammock under old growth pecan trees or tear it up on a ski behind a boat, Launch Pointe has you covered.
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- Best for CouplesCampspot Awards2023 Winner
Lake Hemet Campground
45 milesMountain Center, CA
164 Verified ReviewsLake Hemet is surrounded by the majestic beauty of the San Jacinto Mountains, in Mountain Center, near the charming town of Idyllwild. The scenery is splendid no matter which direction you look. Tall pines, manzanitas, sage, and giant oaks abound! As one of the most popular spots in Southern California for camping and fishing. The recent additions of the Soaring Pines Cafe serving delicious food and Splashing Eagle Swim Zone have made Lake Hemet the vacation spot to be during the spring and summer months. Remember to pack a camera and binoculars, and keep a watchful eye as majestic eagles, hawks, and other wildlife are often seen soaring throughout the forest and campground! Make Lake Hemet your next getaway destination!
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Reflection Lake RV Park & Campground
46 milesSan Jacinto, CA
6 Verified ReviewsIf you're looking for great fishing and camping, look no further than Reflection Lake RV Park & Campground. Ideally situated in the valley northwest of Hemet and surrounded by the San Jacinto Mountains, Reflection Lake RV Park is a family-friendly rv park and campground close to many area attractions and local activities. Guests will encounter friendly, welcoming hosts and amenities include fishing on a 17 acres lake, lakefront sites, pool, basketball court, playground, group shade pavilions, horseshoes, bathrooms, and laundry. Don’t forget to visit the country store for your fishing tackle, bait, and hunger needs. Book your spot today!
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DeAnza Springs Resort
61 milesJacumba Hot Springs, CA
5 Verified ReviewsDeAnza Springs is nestled on over 500 acres of high desert – 2600 feet of elevation, to be exact – just outside of Jacumba Hot Springs, an ideal destination for year-round vacationing, outdoor adventure. With over 311 spacious, full hook-up RV sites, and plenty of dry tent sites, there’s an option for every type of camper. Meanwhile, having fully-outfitted rental units for your comfort and convenience, including park models, midsized RV’s, and motel rooms. No matter what activities you enjoy, you will probably find them at DeAnza Springs Resort. Surrounded on three sides by the breathtaking hills of the Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, the resort property includes access to dozens of exclusive hiking trails, shady lounge areas, and landscaping to feature and highlight the area’s most compelling desert vegetation. Additional amenities include two swimming pools (one is enclosed and heated for year-round swimming), a hot tub, spa, well-equipped 24-hour gym, tennis and pickleball court
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