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Cottonwood Campground (CA)
Cottonwood Campground in Joshua Tree National Park is ideal for stargazing and wildflower viewing, easily accessible from Interstate 10. Visitors enjoy mild winter temperatures from October to May, while summer is off-season due to heat. Reservati...
From $35/night
Indian Cove Campground
Indian Cove Campground, located within Joshua Tree National Park, is surrounded by iconic rock formations and is popular among climbers, requiring year-round reservations. The best time to visit is from October to May when temperatures are mild, w...
From $35/night
Table Mountain (Angeles)
Table Mountain, located northwest of Los Angeles, offers a serene retreat with activities like hiking, mountain biking, and birding. Nestled in the expansive Angeles National Forest, it features stunning landscapes and extensive trails for outdoor...
From $60/night
Appletree Campground
Appletree Campground is a picturesque destination for camping, hiking, and wildlife viewing, located near the Big Pines Highway. It is conveniently close to Jackson Lake for fishing and water activities. The area features the Angeles Crest Scenic ...
Peavine Campground
Peavine Campground, located northwest of Los Angeles, offers a serene spot for camping, hiking, and wildlife viewing. It is conveniently near Jackson Lake for fishing, canoeing, and swimming. Visitors can also explore the scenic Angeles Crest Scen...
Lake Campground
Lake Campground is a serene getaway located northeast of Los Angeles, nestled by Jackson Lake, ideal for fishing, swimming, and canoeing. It offers a picturesque setting within Angeles National Forest. Visitors can also explore the scenic Angeles ...
From $30/night
Mountain Oak
Mountain Oak Campground, located in the Angeles National Forest northwest of Los Angeles, offers a peaceful retreat from city life. It features opportunities for camping, hiking, picnicking, and wildlife viewing, as well as easy access to Jackson ...
Coulter Group Campground
Coulter Group Campground offers a convenient outdoor escape for groups near the greater Los Angeles area. Visitors can enjoy the scenic Angeles Crest Highway, which features diverse landscapes including oak thickets, chaparral, and pine forests. I...
From $100/night
Meadow Group Campground
Meadow Group Campground is situated off State Highway 2, between the Chilao Campground and Ranger Station, 26 miles north of La Canada, California. It provides access to diverse recreational activities in the scenic Angeles National Forest.
Bandido Group Campground
Bandido Group Campground offers a scenic and rustic setting for groups of up to 150 campers, with a focus on equestrian accommodations featuring horse corrals and hitch racks. The campground is divided into five sites, with capacities ranging from...
From $60/night
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From $79/night
Lightning Point Group Campground
Lightning Point Group Campground is currently closed until further notice. Located 25 miles southeast of Palmdale, it features a forest setting and accommodates groups and equestrian campers. Nearby, the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail offers ...
Sawtooth Canyon Campground
Sawtooth Canyon Campground, also known as "New Jack City," is located near Barstow, California, and offers various recreational activities such as camping, wildlife viewing, and rock climbing. The name "Sawtooth Canyon" reflects the area's ridge l...
Walnut Storage Sites
Walnut RV Park
Santa Barbara Island
Santa Barbara Island, the smallest of the Channel Islands at one square mile, features a campground with stunning coastal views accessible via a steep trail. The island's native vegetation is slowly recovering due to restoration efforts, which hav...
Corn Springs Campground
Corn Springs Campground, located in the Chuckwalla Mountains, charges a $6.00 per night fee and features California fan palms, abundant wildlife, and wheelchair accessibility. It is a historically significant site with ancient petroglyphs dating b...
Cahuilla Ranger Station
Cahuilla Ranger Station, located off Gecko Road, serves as a hub for purchasing dunes permits, gathering information, and accessing medical aid, operating from mid-October to mid-April. The BLM plans to replace the aging station with a modern faci...
Gecko Campground
Gecko Campground is the largest campground in the Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area, featuring both a north and south loop. The campground has paved roads and multiple vault toilets available for visitors.
Keyhole Campground
Keyhole Campground is the smallest campground in the Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area. It features a paved "keyhole" layout, accommodating large groups or a few small groups for camping.
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Cottonwood Campground (CA)
Cottonwood Campground in Joshua Tree National Park is ideal for stargazing and wildflower viewing, easily accessible from Interstate 10. Visitors enjoy mild winter temperatures from October to May, while summer is off-season due to heat. Reservati...
From $35/night
Indian Cove Campground
Indian Cove Campground, located within Joshua Tree National Park, is surrounded by iconic rock formations and is popular among climbers, requiring year-round reservations. The best time to visit is from October to May when temperatures are mild, w...
From $35/night
Table Mountain (Angeles)
Table Mountain, located northwest of Los Angeles, offers a serene retreat with activities like hiking, mountain biking, and birding. Nestled in the expansive Angeles National Forest, it features stunning landscapes and extensive trails for outdoor...
From $60/night
Appletree Campground
Appletree Campground is a picturesque destination for camping, hiking, and wildlife viewing, located near the Big Pines Highway. It is conveniently close to Jackson Lake for fishing and water activities. The area features the Angeles Crest Scenic ...
Peavine Campground
Peavine Campground, located northwest of Los Angeles, offers a serene spot for camping, hiking, and wildlife viewing. It is conveniently near Jackson Lake for fishing, canoeing, and swimming. Visitors can also explore the scenic Angeles Crest Scen...
Lake Campground
Lake Campground is a serene getaway located northeast of Los Angeles, nestled by Jackson Lake, ideal for fishing, swimming, and canoeing. It offers a picturesque setting within Angeles National Forest. Visitors can also explore the scenic Angeles ...
From $30/night
Mountain Oak
Mountain Oak Campground, located in the Angeles National Forest northwest of Los Angeles, offers a peaceful retreat from city life. It features opportunities for camping, hiking, picnicking, and wildlife viewing, as well as easy access to Jackson ...
Coulter Group Campground
Coulter Group Campground offers a convenient outdoor escape for groups near the greater Los Angeles area. Visitors can enjoy the scenic Angeles Crest Highway, which features diverse landscapes including oak thickets, chaparral, and pine forests. I...
From $100/night
Meadow Group Campground
Meadow Group Campground is situated off State Highway 2, between the Chilao Campground and Ranger Station, 26 miles north of La Canada, California. It provides access to diverse recreational activities in the scenic Angeles National Forest.
Bandido Group Campground
Bandido Group Campground offers a scenic and rustic setting for groups of up to 150 campers, with a focus on equestrian accommodations featuring horse corrals and hitch racks. The campground is divided into five sites, with capacities ranging from...
From $60/night
Prairie Dog RV & Camping - ARCHIVE
From $79/night
Lightning Point Group Campground
Lightning Point Group Campground is currently closed until further notice. Located 25 miles southeast of Palmdale, it features a forest setting and accommodates groups and equestrian campers. Nearby, the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail offers ...
Sawtooth Canyon Campground
Sawtooth Canyon Campground, also known as "New Jack City," is located near Barstow, California, and offers various recreational activities such as camping, wildlife viewing, and rock climbing. The name "Sawtooth Canyon" reflects the area's ridge l...
Walnut Storage Sites
Walnut RV Park
Santa Barbara Island
Santa Barbara Island, the smallest of the Channel Islands at one square mile, features a campground with stunning coastal views accessible via a steep trail. The island's native vegetation is slowly recovering due to restoration efforts, which hav...
Corn Springs Campground
Corn Springs Campground, located in the Chuckwalla Mountains, charges a $6.00 per night fee and features California fan palms, abundant wildlife, and wheelchair accessibility. It is a historically significant site with ancient petroglyphs dating b...
Cahuilla Ranger Station
Cahuilla Ranger Station, located off Gecko Road, serves as a hub for purchasing dunes permits, gathering information, and accessing medical aid, operating from mid-October to mid-April. The BLM plans to replace the aging station with a modern faci...
Gecko Campground
Gecko Campground is the largest campground in the Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area, featuring both a north and south loop. The campground has paved roads and multiple vault toilets available for visitors.
Keyhole Campground
Keyhole Campground is the smallest campground in the Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area. It features a paved "keyhole" layout, accommodating large groups or a few small groups for camping.
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San Marcos has 118 campgrounds and RV parks listed on OutReserve, ranging from full-hookup RV sites to rustic tent camping. Based on guest ratings, Sawtooth Canyon Campground is one of the top-rated options. Use our map view to find the closest options to the city center or your preferred area.
Campgrounds near San Marcos vary in distance from the city center. Use our map view to filter by location and find the most convenient option for your trip.
Many campgrounds near San Marcos welcome pets. Coulter Group Campground is a great pet-friendly option. Use the pet-friendly filter on our search page to find more properties that accommodate your furry companions.
Most destinations offer a variety of accommodations including tent sites, RV sites, cabins, yurts, and glamping options. Check individual property listings for specific amenities and site types.
The best time to visit depends on your preferences and planned activities. Spring and fall typically offer mild weather and fewer crowds, while summer is peak season with the warmest temperatures. Winter visits can be great for those seeking solitude and winter activities.
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