CAMP ALONG THE SHORES OF MISSION BAY
Choose from a Variety of Campsites
Ditch the Hotel, Embrace the Adventure
San Diego RV & Tent Camping at Campland on the Bay®
un-drenched days, ocean breezes whispering through the trees, and the beach is just steps away, and happy campers – that’s some of the magic of Campland®. Designed as a camper’s paradise, Campland on the Bay offers a wide variety and diversity of campsites.
We welcome RV and tent campers, camping groups, boaters, paddlers, and members of the public who want to enjoy access to the coast. Nestled on the shores of Mission Bay, campers enjoy the fresh ocean air and scenic sunsets. We’re your gateway to an unforgettable California adventure.
Locations
Select from beachfront, bayview, and interior sites - shaded or sunny areas.
Sizes
Accommodates 20' to 45' Rigs. Tents are welcome too.
Hookups
Choose from full hookups, water and electric or no hookups/dry.
Power
We offer 20 amp, 30 amp, and 50 amp.
Various Camping Styles Welcome
From full hook-ups to our fully-loaded Supersite, we have a variety of sites to suit your needs. Our campsites come in various sizes to accommodate tents, RVs, and trailers, ensuring a comfortable stay for you and your family or group.
Campers consistently rank Campland on the Bay among the best! Voted “One of the Top Ten Urban Campgrounds by USA today, campers love us for:
- Waterfront location – enjoy the public beach just steps away and the beauty of Mission Bay.
- Welcoming staff: Our friendly team is her to make your stay enjoyable and answer any questions you may have.
- Robust amenities and activities: Sparkling pools, relaxing spas, convenient laundry, market, playground, and more. We offer activities for the whole family.
- Live Entertainment (seasonal): Catch live music under the stars and create lasting memories.
Campsite options include:
- 412 of the sites offer full hookups.
- 148 sites with water and electric only .
- 12 sites are without hookups (primitive sites) .
- Back-ins and nose-in sites (sizes vary).ist Item
- Sites along the water, under the trees, or in full sun.
- One Supersite: a secluded, enclosed paradise, with its own amenities.
Advisory: When making a reservation, please state the actual size of your RV, trailer or tent so it fits nicely in the site reserved.
It's More Than Just Camping
80% of our Campers Return Year After Year
- Family-Friendly Fun
- Live Entertainment
- Video Arcade/Game Room
- Planned Kids' Activities
- Off-Leash Dog Park
- Cantina Restaurant and Bar
- Beach / Swimming Pools / Hot Tubs
- Water Sports
- Marina & Boat Launch
- Playground
- Skate Park
- Market & Coffee
San Diego RV and Tent Camping
From full hook-ups to our fully-loaded SuperSite, we have a variety of sites to suit your needs. Our campsites come in various sizes to accommodate tents, RVs, and trailers. Voted “One of the Top Ten Urban Campgrounds” by USA Today, campers love staying at Campland on the Bay for its beachfront location, welcoming staff, robust amenities, activities, and live entertainment.
Most of our sites come with:
- Full Hook-ups
- Picnic Table
- Fire Pit
Pop-up tent trailers are allowed as well as tent camping.
San Diego City Residents – inquire about our discount and reservation priority for residents.
Campland is an ideal place for camping groups. We offer special rates for large groups.
PLEASE NOTE: Campland on the Bay does not accommodate bus, school bus, ambulance, or box truck conversions.
Pets Are Welcome
Please note our restrictions on certain breeds and a maximum of two dogs per site. See pet policies.
Boats Are Welcome
If you own a boat, Campland is awaiting your arrival. Our marina offers boat slips available for rent, and guest slips available for our campers. We also accommodate on-site RV and boat storage. Learn more about RV and boat storage.
Groups Are Welcome
Planning a group camping Trip? We've got you covered. Campland offers special rates for large groups, making it the perfect place for your next gathering. Find out more about groups and group rates.
Camper Conveniences
It’s more like glamping with all our conveniences.
- Six Shower & Restroom facilities
- Market & Coffee with groceries, camping supplies, souvenirs, and more.
- Laundromat
- Dump Stations
- Propane Tank Refills
- Dumpsters - garbage, recycling and hot coal bins
Beach Front
– Full Hookup (water/electric/sewer).
Closest sites to the beach along Wildlife Friendly Lane.
Have fire pits with grill top and picnic tables.
Distinguished
– Full Hookup (water/electric/sewer).
This site type is located in different sections
of the park,
such as F and H (near Dog Wood park, a leash free dog park),
J row (sites 2-14) located up against Central Park, K row (sites 2-10),
all are asphalt pull-thrus, and O section sites 1, 2 and 3.
Distinguished
– Full Hookup (water/electric/sewer).
This site type is located in different sections
of the park,
such as F and H (near Dog Wood park, a leash free dog park),
J row (sites 2-14) located up against Central Park, K row (sites 2-10),
all are asphalt pull-thrus, and O section sites 1, 2 and 3.
Select
– Full Hookup (water/electric/sewer).
Close to the water, these sites are located
from 2 to 10 sites from the beach
in sections L, M, N, and O.
All sites come with picnic tables and fire pit.
Bayview
– Full Hookup (water/electric/sewer).
These sites back up to a nice view of Mission Bay
overlooking the Kendall Frost Wildlife Sanctuary.
No beach access. Located in sections I, G, H, F and E.
Most sites have firepits except for I section which has grass.
All sites have a picnic table.
Preferred
– Full Hookup (water/electric/sewer).
These sites are located in various areas
throughout the park.
B & G sections are near pool/spa,
I section is centrally located,
J and K sections near Central Park,
Q row backs up to Rose Creek and last row of O section.
All sites come with picnic tables.
Most sites have fire pits with the
exception of I, K, Q and back of O.
Preferred
– Full Hookup (water/electric/sewer).
These sites are located in various areas
throughout the park.
B & G sections are near pool/spa,
I section is centrally located,
J and K sections near Central Park,
Q row backs up to Rose Creek and last row of O section.
All sites come with picnic tables.
Most sites have fire pits with the
exception of I, K, Q and back of O.
Preferred
– Full Hookup (water/electric/sewer).
These sites are located in various areas
throughout the park.
B & G sections are near pool/spa,
I section is centrally located,
J and K sections near Central Park,
Q row backs up to Rose Creek and last row of O section.
All sites come with picnic tables.
Most sites have fire pits with the
exception of I, K, Q and back of O.
Standard East
– Full Hookup (water/electric/sewer).
These are the least expensive
of our full hookup sites.
They are located on the East
(Standard Sections L, M, N and O) side of our park.
Sites have firepits. Standard East sites are
anywhere from 11 to 20 sites
away from our beach.
Standard West
– Full Hookup (water/electric/sewer).
These are the least expensive
of our full hookup sites.
They are located on the West F section of our park.
Sites have fire pits.
Limited
– Partial Hookup (water & electric). Partial hook up sites (water, electric) only.
No sewer hookups. Perfect for tent camping or RV’s that don’t need sewer hookup.
Close to pool/spa and Huff & Puff Park (playground)
Some sites are shaded.
All sites have fire pits. Some, but not all, have a grassy area nearby.
Dump stations available nearby in Section A and Section F.
Primitive
– NO Hookups. <br>Tent Camping only.
Supersite- One of a kind site along the
Kendall Wildlife Preserve.
This is your own private oasis with gated site.
Supersite has private jacuzzi, fire pit, outdoor
kitchen, laundry, bathroom & shower
and large lounging area. Full Hookup (water/electric/sewer).
(This site books up quickly so
you may have to book when it is available).
To view or download the resort map, click here.
Campsite Descriptions by Site Type
Beach Front – Full Hookup (water/electric/sewer). Closest sites to the beach along Wildlife Friendly Lane. Have fire pits with grill top and picnic tables.
Bay View – Full Hookup (water/electric/sewer). These sites back up to a nice view of Mission Bay overlooking the Kendall Frost Wildlife Sanctuary. No beach access. Located in sections I, G, H, F and E. Most sites have firepits except for I section which has grass. All sites have a picnic table.
Distinguished – Full Hookup (water/electric/sewer). This site type is located in different sections of the park, such as F and H (near Dog Wood park, a leash free dog park), J row (sites 2-14) located up against Central Park, K row (sites 2-10), all are asphalt pull-thrus, and O section sites 1, 2 and 3.
Preferred – Full Hookups (water/electric/sewer). These sites are located in various areas throughout the park. B & G sections are near pool/spa, I section is centrally located, J and K sections near Central Park, Q row backs up to Rose Creek and last row of O section. All sites come with picnic tables. Most sites have fire pits with the exception of I, K, Q and back of O.
Select – Full Hookups (water/electric/sewer). Close to the water, these sites are located from 2 to 10 sites from the beach in sections L, M, N, and O. All sites come with picnic tables and fire pit.
Supersite – One of a kind site along the Kendall Wildlife Preserve. This is your own private oasis with gated site. Supersite has private jacuzzi, fire pit, outdoor kitchen, laundry, bathroom & shower and large lounging area. Full Hookup (water/electric/sewer). (This site books up quickly so you may have to book when it is available).
Standard East – Full Hookups (water/electric/sewer). These are the least expensive of our full hookup sites. They are located on the East (Standard Sections L, M, N and O) side of our park. Sites have firepits. Standard East sites are anywhere from 11 to 20 sites away from our beach.
Standard West – Full Hookups (water/electric/sewer). These are the least expensive of our full hookup sites. They are located on the West side of our park (Standard Sections E & F). Sites have firepit and picnic table.
Limited – Partial hook up sites (water, electric) only. No sewer hookups. Perfect for tent camping or RV’s that don’t need sewer hookup. Close to pool/spa and Huff & Puff Park (playground) Some sites are shaded. All sites have fire pits. Some, but not all, have a grassy area nearby. Dump stations available nearby in Section A and Section F.
Dry – Non-hookups sites. These sites are all asphalt, located in I section 30 to 38. Each site has a picnic table but NO fire pit. Easy access to the beach and marina.
Marina Dry – Non-hookups sites. Located directly across from boat launch and marina with close access to the beach. These sites are all asphalt, located in I section 39 to 47. Each site has a picnic table but NO fire pit.
Tent only-Primitive – Tent Only, Non-hookups sites. These sites are small 25’ sites with no grass or shade. Only 1 tent, 1 car, 1 dog & 4 persons max per site allowed. Sites include picnic table and fire-pit. Perfect for tent campers on a budget. Open in Summer Season ONLY. This is a very sunny area with no shade from trees.
RV Rentals
Perhaps you’ve always wanted to try staying in an RV? Want to experience Campland but don’t own an RV? You’re in luck! You can rent an RV or travel trailer from a local rental partner. Below is a list of local rental companies. Most companies will deliver a clean and sanitized RV, travel trailer, or motorhome to your reserved site – including taking care of the hook-ups – prior to your arrival. They will also pick up the RV from your site at the end of your stay. Please note: Campland on the Bay does not rent RVs on-site and has no affiliation with or responsibility for the RV rental companies or their RVs.
We love tent campers, so if you have a tent, please consider that.
Here are some local RV rental companies:
El Cajon RV Rentals – 619-571-4200
Luv 2 Camp – 888-898-2267
Roam & Board Airstream Rentals – 760-783-9289
RV Camping Rental – 619-341-5606
RV Saints – 619-394-2013
San Diego Ultimate RV Rentals – 619-459-8173
SoCal Trailer Rentals, LLC – 951-219-3477
Star RV Rentals – 951-445-6447
Travel Time Trailer Rental – 619-234-2192
Yuma RV Rentals – 928-798-6506
It is important to know the size and length of the RV, travel trailer, or motorhome you are planning to rent when you make the campsite reservation. In the summer, Campland has very high occupancy and you must have a campsite reserved in order for the RV or travel trailer to be used at our resort.
**We regret to inform our valued guests that Campland on the Bay is not accepting delivery of any trailers or motorhomes from Trailer Time Rentals to our resort. Campland will, however, continue to accept Travel Time Rentals, a trusted local RV rental company. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.**
