The Best Camping in Solana Beach
Looking for the best camping in Solana Beach? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Solana Beach. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.
Top camping spots in and near Solana Beach
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Encinitas, California
San Elijo State Beach Campground
4.5This campground is located right next to the beach as well as next to the San Elijo Lagoon. Head to the beach during the day for a swim. This is also a great place to catch a sunset. If you want to stretch your legs and get moving a bit, you can hike around the San Elijo Lagoon to the east of the...Read more -
Carlsbad, California
South Carlsbad Campground
5.0South Carlsbad Campground is a picturesque experience. Imagine gorgeous sea cliffs overlooking a lovely beach, with ample activities to pursue (or just lay in the sun and enjoy some quiet time). The most popular campsites, 1-70 and 156-222, are perched on the edge of a bluff and feature the best ...Read more -
Carlsbad, California
South Carlsbad State Beach
3.83 mi / 23 ft gainSouth Carlsbad State Beach is an out-and-back trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Carlsbad, California.Read more -
Escondido, California
Camp at Dixon Lake
2.1 mi / 295 ft gainDixon Lake is Escondido's best kept secret! A man-made reservoir located right next to Daley Ranch, Dixon Lake offers overnight camping, boat rentals, fishing, and hiking, along with picnic areas, a kids park, and more. The campground is open year-round and is located next to the lake with a lof...Read more -
Santee, California
Kubota Trail and Toyen Trail Loop
1.37 mi / 85 ft gainKubota Trail and Toyen Trail Loop is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Rancho Palos Verdes, California.Read more -
San Diego County, California
Camp On the Abandoned Santa Margarita Lookout Helipad
4.2Starting in Murrieta, CA you don't have to venture far to enjoy a beautiful view and less light polluted skies.From Murrieta on the I-15 freeway you're going to want to take the Clinton Kieth Road exit and head west. If you're low on gas make sure to fill up at the 7 Eleven on the left corner. Th...Read more -
Palomar Mountain, California
Hike to Palomar Observatory from the Palomar Observatory Campground
5.04.4 mi / 718 ft gainSituated in the Palomar Mountains of Cleveland National Forest, Palomar Observatory Campground offers many amenities for enjoyable camping and exploring the area. A portion of the campsites loop has been cleared of trees with level cement pads to allow campers to set up their own telescopes. Dr...Read more -
Jamul, California
Hiking Otay Mountain
5.015.3 mi / 2903 ft gainThe trek begins on the Otay Mountain Truck Trail at Pio Pico Resort & Campground. You can either park and hike the entire trail, or drive up to a point a couple miles and park before the road becomes steep and rough. The distance on here is if you hiked the whole way. If you have a 4-wheel dr...Read more -
San Clemente, California
Camp at San Mateo Campground
5.0San Onofre State Beach, best known for its famous surf breaks, additionally offers two well equipped campgrounds.San Onofre Bluffs has fire pits and picnic tables, as well as outdoor showers, chemical toilets, and an RV dump station. Swimming and surfing are popular here.Further inland from the b...Read more -
Warner Springs, California
Barker Valley Spur Trail
7.48 mi / 1145 ft gainBarker Valley Spur Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Warner Springs, California.Read more -
Temecula, California
Agua Tibia Full Loop Trail
19.91 mi / 4639 ft gainAgua Tibia Full Loop Trail is a loop trail where you may see wildflowers located near Temecula, California.Read more -
Temecula, California
Eagle Crag via Agua Tibia Loop
25.25 mi / 6053 ft gainEagle Crag via Agua Tibia Loop is a loop trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Temecula, California.Read more -
Murrieta, California
Fishermans Camp Trail
3.13 mi / 853 ft gainFishermans Camp Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Lake Elsinore, California.Read more -
Murrieta, California
Fisherman's Camp Loop and Tenaja Falls
6.8 mi / 1017 ft gainFisherman's Camp Loop and Tenaja Falls is a loop trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Lake Elsinore, California.Read more -
Warner Springs, California
Camp at Oak Grove Campground
/ 2772 ft gainApart from being visually appealing, the campground features open, yet secluded sites that are perfect for stargazing and shooting-star spotting. Each campsite has a picnic table and a grill. There are vault toilets and flush toilets. There is also potable water. If you are interested in seeing b...Read more -
Julian, California
Kelly Ditch Trail
11.76 mi / 2500 ft gainKelly Ditch Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Julian, California.Read more