San Mateo Campground
About this site
San Mateo Campground is located within San Onofre State Beach, approximately one mile inland from the ocean. The campground features 157 campsites with mature trees providing privacy between neighbors. All campsites include a fire pit and picnic table. Hookup sites are available with electricity and water (no sewer hookups). Amenities include a dump station, hot coin-operated indoor showers, and flush toilets. The campground accommodates RVs up to 36 feet. San Mateo Creek flows east of the campground toward the ocean, creating riparian and wetland habitats. The site is adjacent to Camp Pendleton, and distant military training exercises may be audible during daytime hours. Camping is available year-round. Reservations are made through California State Parks (reservecalifornia.com).
Amenities & access
Access
- Drive-in access
- Hike-in access
Amenities
- Toilets
- Showers
- Pet Friendly
- Fire Rings
- Clean Water
- Trash
Hookups
- Electric
- Water
Maximum vehicle length
36 feet
Contact
Location
33.405073, -117.584664
Reviews (1)
- 4C
Camper
March 5, 2025
Nice & clean campground with both hookups & dispersed camping. Decent space between campsites. Hike/Bike trail (2 miles) from campground to World Famous Surf spot TRESTLES! It is right next to Camp Pendleton so you may hear practice artillery fire now and then. Might scare the puppers! Our dog was fine. Easy access to groceries & food, gas, propane. They have full service dump station ($10). They do have a couple of Coyote packs roaming around, keep dogs on leash (required anyway). Just keep an eye out. Same day reservations or book out 6 months in advance. Each site has a fire ring & table. Not sure about price of FHU, $45 for dispersed & tent. We have a Handicap placard, so $22.50 night! Must show placard or plate. 1 (800) 444-7275 Reserve California This campground is called.. San Onofre State Park/San Mateo Campground when booking.
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