Best camping near UC Irvine

28 campgrounds · 28 ranked · updated 2026-07-20 · off-season

Explore the best camping near UC Irvine, 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 28 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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Deer Canyon Campground
#1 Deer Canyon Campground Good
4.0 mi away
· Warm night · low 70°F· Heat advisory· Comfortable day · high 73°F
Deer Canyon Campground is a picturesque camping area located in California. It offers a range of amenities for campers to enjoy. The campground provides clean and well-maintained…
Why 84: live conditions (good) · 563 things to do within 15 mi
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Upper Moro Campground
#2 Upper Moro Campground Good
4.9 mi away
· Warm night · low 70°F· Heat advisory· Comfortable day · high 73°F
The Upper Moro Campground is located in the Cleveland National Forest in Southern California, offering a stunning view of the surrounding mountains and valleys. The campground is…
Why 84: live conditions (good) · 552 things to do within 15 mi
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Lower Moro Campground
#3 Lower Moro Campground Good
5.2 mi away
· Warm night · low 70°F· Heat advisory· Comfortable day · high 73°F
Lower Moro Campground is located in Crystal Cove State Park in Southern California, providing easy access to stunning ocean views and hiking trails. The campground offers 28…
Why 84: live conditions (good) · 545 things to do within 15 mi
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Crystal Cove State Park - Moro Campground
#4 Crystal Cove State Park - Moro Campground Good
5.4 mi away
· Warm night · low 70°F· Heat advisory· Comfortable day · high 73°F
Crystal Cove State Park - Moro Campground is a beautiful camping area located in California. This campground offers a range of amenities to make your camping experience enjoyable…
Why 84: live conditions (good) · 525 things to do within 15 mi
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Best Time RV
#5 Best Time RV Good
13.1 mi away
· Warm night · low 72°F· Heat advisory· Comfortable day · high 81°F
Best Time RV is an RV park located near Stanton in Orange County, California. The facility caters to recreational vehicle camping in a suburban Southern California setting. The…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 856 things to do within 15 mi
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Sunset Vista RV Park
#6 Sunset Vista RV Park Good
9.1 mi away
· Warm night · low 72°F· Heat advisory· Comfortable day · high 81°F
Sunset Vista RV Park is a picturesque camping area located in the state of California. Situated in a prime location, this campground offers a range of amenities for campers to…
Why 84: live conditions (good) · 652 things to do within 15 mi
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Los Alamitos Army Military
#7 Los Alamitos Army Military Good
16.2 mi away
· Warm night · low 72°F· Heat advisory· Comfortable day · high 81°F
The Los Alamitos Army Military Camping Area in California offers a serene and scenic camping experience with views of lush hills and greenery. The campground has 38 RV sites and…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 790 things to do within 15 mi
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Bolsa Chica State Beach
#8 Bolsa Chica State Beach Good
12.2 mi away
· Warm night · low 72°F· Heat advisory· Comfortable day · high 81°F
Bolsa Chica State Beach camping area in California offers stunning views of the Pacific Ocean and miles of sandy beaches. The area is perfect for surfing, swimming, and…
Why 84: live conditions (good) · 697 things to do within 15 mi
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Owl/Quail Group Campground
#9 Owl/Quail Group Campground Good
17.4 mi away
· Warm night · low 68°F· Heat advisory· Comfortable day · high 86°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 85: live conditions (good) · 258 things to do within 15 mi
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Starr Mesa Equestrian Campground
#10 Starr Mesa Equestrian Campground Good
17.5 mi away
· Warm night · low 68°F· Heat advisory· Comfortable day · high 86°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 85: live conditions (good) · 256 things to do within 15 mi
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Live Oak Campground
#11 Live Oak Campground Good
17.7 mi away
· Warm night · low 68°F· Heat advisory· Comfortable day · high 86°F
I don't have access to specific amenities, site count, fees, or detailed characteristics for Live Oak Campground near Ladera Ranch, California. Without verified data about whether…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 253 things to do within 15 mi
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Caspers Wilderness Park
#12 Caspers Wilderness Park Good
17.8 mi away
· Warm night · low 68°F· Heat advisory· Comfortable day · high 86°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 85: live conditions (good) · 253 things to do within 15 mi
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Live Oak - Caspers Wilderness Co Park
#13 Live Oak - Caspers Wilderness Co Park Good
17.8 mi away
· Warm night · low 68°F· Heat advisory· Comfortable day · high 86°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 85: live conditions (good) · 253 things to do within 15 mi
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Ortega Flats - Caspers Wilderness Co Park
#14 Ortega Flats - Caspers Wilderness Co Park Good
18.0 mi away
· Warm night · low 68°F· Heat advisory· Comfortable day · high 86°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 85: live conditions (good) · 253 things to do within 15 mi
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San Juan Meadow Group Area
#15 San Juan Meadow Group Area Good
18.0 mi away
· Warm night · low 68°F· Heat advisory· Comfortable day · high 86°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 85: live conditions (good) · 253 things to do within 15 mi
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Camping near UC Irvine

The UC Irvine area has 28 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 UC Irvine

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.

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