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Camp along THE SHORES OF MISSION BAY!

There's no place like Campland!
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San Diego's Most Legendary Campground on Mission Bay

Craving a Family Adventure under the San Diego Sun?  Look no Further than Campland on the Bay®.

Sun-kissed days, endless laughter, and memories that will last a lifetime – that’s the magic of a family getaway at Campland on the Bay!  Nestled on the shores of the sparkling Mission Bay, we’re San Diego’s most beloved RV resort.  Offering waterfront RV and tent camping for over 50 years, Campland serves up family-friendly fun, a lively camping environment, and a wide range of amenities and activities.

Imagine waking up just steps from the beach. At Campland, you can ditch the crowded hotels and reconnect with nature in style. We cater to families of all shapes and sizes. You can enjoy a family beach vacation with RV camping along the water, right in the heart of San Diego.There is something for everyone, including planned activities and games, dining, water sports rentals and more. It’s the perfect way to getaway from it all. 

Campland Will Remain Open for Years to Come

The De Anza Natural Plan has put Campland on the Bay in the news.  We’d like to thank Friends of Campland for helping keep Campland open!   Learn more here.

San Diego City Residents – inquire about our discount and reservation priority for City residents.

Mission Bay's
Renowned Beachfront Playground Retreat

An Enjoyable Experience for the Whole Family

Campland is the perfect family-friendly resort near San Diego and Mission Bay, CA. No matter the age, everyone can have a great experience. Our campground boasts a wide range of amenities that allow every family to get the perfect fun-filled beach vacation, regardless of their vision. You can enjoy a complete vacation experience without leaving the resort. Most of our campers have so much fun within the RV resort, they never bother to leave, even though they have access to the city and everything San Diego offers.   

The Ultimate San Diego Campground Experience

It's more than just camping

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Book Your Family's Beach Getaway Today

Come experience Campland on the Bay and see for yourself why we are the top choice for RV and tent camping near Mission Bay. Over 80% of our campers return year after year, bringing generations together to camp and create lasting memories. Whether you’re searching for the perfect destination for a family beach vacation or want to camp close to the city, you get the best experience at our RV resort. Stay, play, and dine along the water.

Start planning your stay today.

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It's not Just camping - it's CAMPLAND! When you stay at Campland on the Bay, you get so much more than a campsite. From our waterfront location and amazing array of resort amenities, we offer a complete recreation experience for the whole family. Our friendly staff will go out of their way to make sure you have an enjoyable stay. It's our mission to provide family-friendly fun to all our campers and visitors. Over the years, we've welcomed generations of families who return to create special memories. Learn More.

595

RV & Tent Campsites

18

Amenities

1,200,000+

Reservations Hosted

54

Years of Camping

At Campland on the Bay

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Public Access to Campland on the Bay

The public is welcome to enjoy the beach and bay access. Campland on the Bay is leased from the City of San Diego and is located on leased tidelands. Thirty-one complimentary public parking spaces including four EV chargers (not to be used for overnight storage) are available on a first-come, first-served basis. 

Additional public access information. 

Free Camping Program for the Underserved

Campland launches program to introduce the underserved to camping. We are currently accepting applications for the year 2025.  Learn more about our free camping program.

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