Best camping near San Clemente
30 campgrounds · 30 ranked · updated 2026-07-13 · off-season
Explore the best camping near San Clemente, California — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 15 of 30 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Caspers Wilderness Park
Good
7.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 64°F· Heat advisory· Comfortable day · high 81°F
Caspers Wilderness Park is a beautiful camping area in California with stunning views of the Santa Ana Mountains. Visitors can enjoy hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking…
Why 91: live conditions (good) · 238 things to do within 15 mi
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#2
Live Oak - Caspers Wilderness Co Park
Good
7.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 64°F· Heat advisory· Comfortable day · high 81°F
Live Oak Campground at Caspers Wilderness Park offers campers stunning views of the scenic Santa Ana Mountains. The park is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including mule…
Why 91: live conditions (good) · 238 things to do within 15 mi
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#3
Ortega Flats Campground
Good
7.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 64°F· Heat advisory· Comfortable day · high 81°F
Ortega Flats Campground is a picturesque camping area located in the state of California. Tucked away in a scenic spot, this campground offers a range of amenities to enhance your…
Why 91: live conditions (good) · 238 things to do within 15 mi
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#4
Ortega Flats - Caspers Wilderness Co Park
Good
7.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 64°F· Heat advisory· Comfortable day · high 81°F
Ortega Flats is a picturesque camping area located in Caspers Wilderness Co Park, California. This campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable camping…
Why 91: live conditions (good) · 238 things to do within 15 mi
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#5
San Juan Meadow Group Area
Good
7.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 64°F· Heat advisory· Comfortable day · high 81°F
San Juan Meadow Group Area is a beautiful camping area located in California. This campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable camping experience. It provides…
Why 91: live conditions (good) · 238 things to do within 15 mi
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#6
Starr Mesa Equestrian Campground
Good
7.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 64°F· Heat advisory· Comfortable day · high 81°F
Starr Mesa Equestrian Campground is located in California and offers a serene camping experience for horse enthusiasts. The campground provides a variety of amenities to ensure a…
Why 91: live conditions (good) · 241 things to do within 15 mi
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#7
Owl/Quail Group Campground
Good
7.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 64°F· Heat advisory· Comfortable day · high 81°F
Owl Quail Group Campground is a peaceful camping area nestled in the mountains of California. The campsite offers stunning views of the surrounding hills and forests. Nearby…
Why 91: live conditions (good) · 243 things to do within 15 mi
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#8
San Clemente State Beach
Good
2.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 64°F· Beach Hazards Statement· Heat advisory
San Clemente State Beach is a popular camping destination located in California. The campground offers various amenities, making it an enjoyable experience for campers. It…
Why 90: live conditions (good) · 167 things to do within 15 mi
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#9
San Mateo - San Onofre State Beach
Good
3.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 64°F· Beach Hazards Statement· Heat advisory
San Mateo - San Onofre State Beach camping area, located in California, offers a range of amenities for campers. The campground provides picnic tables, fire pits, and showers…
Why 90: live conditions (good) · 153 things to do within 15 mi
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#10
San Onofre Beach Military
Good
5.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 64°F· Beach Hazards Statement· Heat advisory
San Onofre Beach Military camping area is a popular destination for campers in California. The campground offers a variety of amenities to enhance the camping experience. It…
Why 90: live conditions (good) · 110 things to do within 15 mi
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#11
Lazy-W-Ranch Camp
Good
12.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 64°F· Heat advisory· Comfortable day · high 81°F
Lazy W Ranch Camp is a private camping area in California's Sierra Nevada Mountains. The campground provides spectacular views of the surrounding mountain ranges and is located…
Why 91: live conditions (good) · 232 things to do within 15 mi
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#12
Fisherman's Camp
Good
13.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 64°F· Heat advisory· Comfortable day · high 81°F
Fisherman’s Camp in Cleveland National Forest, California, offers primitive, hike-in dispersed camping with no established campsites, reservations, or fees—first-come…
Why 91: live conditions (good) · 121 things to do within 15 mi
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#13
Doheny State Beach
Good
4.7 mi away
· Warm night · low 68°F· Beach Hazards Statement· Heat advisory
Doheny State Beach is a popular camping area located in Dana Point, California. This picturesque campground offers a range of amenities and activities for campers of all ages. The…
Why 89: live conditions (good) · 248 things to do within 15 mi
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#14
Upper San Juan
Good
15.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 64°F· Heat advisory· Comfortable day · high 81°F
The Upper San Juan camping area in California is a stunning location with beautiful surrounding views of the San Juan Mountains. The campground is located near Silverton…
Why 91: live conditions (good) · 150 things to do within 15 mi
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#15
Upper San Juan Campground
Good
15.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 64°F· Heat advisory· Comfortable day · high 81°F
The Upper San Juan Campground is a beautiful camping area located in the San Bernardino Mountains of Southern California. This camping area offers stunning views of the…
Why 91: live conditions (good) · 149 things to do within 15 mi
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Camping near San Clemente
The San Clemente area has 30 campgrounds on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best camping near San Clemente
How are these campgrounds ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.