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Escondido Campground in California
Hard to BookNational Forest

Escondido Campground

Los Padres National Forest, California

High Demand

Next Open Dates

Aug 31Sep 1Sep 2

8 sites open on Aug 31 at Escondido Campground. Check your own dates above, or set a watch and we will alert you when one frees up.

Notices from Recreation.gov

In order to contact our offices, please use the email: customerservice@pmcparks.com or view our website: CampOne.Com for answers to frequently asked questions.

Camping fee includes 1 vehicle and 1 tent, trailer or RV.

$10 fee for each extra vehicle.

No drinking water is available.

Pets are allowed.

No public showers in the region.

Quiet hours are 10 p.m. - 8 a.m.

Fireworks are prohibited at all times.

If hiking alone, tell someone where you plan to go and then stick to your plans.

Don't take unnecessary chances - help for emergencies is miles away.

Bring your gnat/mosquito repellent in Spring/Summer/Fall

Fires are allowed only in designated fire rings.

Click here for more information on Los Padres National Forest

Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov .

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on August 24, 2026. Check Escondido Campground on Recreation.gov

Escondido Campground Facts

  • As of August 2026, Escondido Campground is a campground in Los Padres National Forest, California with 9 campsites.
  • Escondido Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.
  • PermitSnag checks Escondido Campground for availability and alerts watchers when a site opens up.
  • Escondido Campground is located at 36.1413° N, 121.4931° W.

At a Glance

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Best For
Families
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Setting
Mountain
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Sites
9

Things to Do

🎣Fishing
🥾Hiking
🦌Wildlife
📷Photography
🐴Horse Riding

Frequently Asked Questions

Escondido Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

Site Types

Tent
8 sites

Amenities

🚻restrooms💧potable water🚛dump station

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