Burnt Rancheria Campground, CA - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map

Burnt Rancheria Campground is located in the Descanso Ranger District, Cleveland National Forest (41 min east of El Cajon, CA) with an elevation of 5,970 feet. There are a total of 56 campsites including 8 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid April to the end of October. 47 sites can accommodate RVs between 22 and 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Prices start at $32.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, amphitheater, flush toilets.

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4.6 out of 5

5 star		74%
4 star		13%
3 star		4%
2 star		3%
1 star		2%

@PeterD8307189 · Camped on Jun 8, 2025 at Campsite #3

Nice campground with well kept facilities.

@JohnT2915386 · Camped on Jun 5, 2025 at Campsite #35

What an awesome place to go for rest and relaxation. Hopefully westtrek, the new private services provider, who seems to be trying to over take maintenance/ cleaning operations, is able to drop the pride promoters in able to keep the good things shining.

@KristinaW217C1 · Camped on May 30, 2025 at Campsite #53

Great and beautiful site for the whole family!

@ChristopherB30 · Camped on May 23, 2025 at Campsite #26

The site was very close to the next door Neighbor and there was also an issue with the boundary line between this site and the neighboring site and we had initially placed our tent at first right on the boundary line and was later told by the campground host that spot technically belonged to the neighboring site. This campsite used to have a large tree for shade, but it has been cut down so there is minimal shade unless you place your tent far into the trees in the back. There are also a lot of caterpillars crawling around everywhere and some kind of either snake holes or chipmunk holes in the ground. This campsite is also pretty far from the closest bathroom. The site is very close to a nearby water spigot and you can also get some shade for your tent if you place it under the trees in the back of the camp site. The bathrooms and showers were exceptionally clean, and there were camp hosts constantly cleaning the facilities throughout our stay.

@RobertS9225788 · Camped on May 23, 2025 at Campsite #33

This was my first time at Burnt Rancheria campground. I have camped at many places in SD County but this place was the best. Sorry I have not come sooner. The Laguna mountains are almost like the Sierra Nevadas with Pine trees all around. The camp sites are not too close together and there are plenty of nice trails around for hiking!

@JustinM3391219 · Camped on May 23, 2025 at Campsite #45

Such a wonderful campground. Seems like it was somewhat recently renovated and the campsites have new concrete picnic tables and the bathrooms are so clean. It is steps away from the PCT so you can do some hiking overlooking the desert. Highly recommend Burnt Rancharia.

@KevinO6807738 · Camped on May 19, 2025 at Campsite #52

Clean and quiet.

@JosianeG488404 · Camped on May 9, 2025 at Campsite #14

its very clean. quiet, well maintained.It is a pleasure to be there.The bathrooms are really clean.We always come back to this camp.

@ThomasJ3121113 · Camped on May 4, 2025 at Campsite #42

We found a level site (#42) latgee enough to park our motorhome and Jeep. It was also sunny enough to charge my batteries with solar. There is a section of the Pacific Crest Trail next to the campground where you can hike. There is also a small store and two restaurants within 1/4 mile.

@carolj2599988 · Camped on May 1, 2025 at Campsite #19

Arrived on opening day and the campground was clean and all the hosts were wonderful.

@NickT2297668 · Camped on Oct 10, 2024 at Campsite #22

The campground was clean and quiet. The hosts are really nice.

@LeahAD18F35AC0 · Camped on Sep 13, 2024 at Campsite #9

Attentive camp hosts and clean facilities. Change machines in showers would make this place perfect.

@MarkV8262617 · Camped on Sep 1, 2024 at Campsite #3

Would highly recommend this campground! Camping spots have green areas between them and aren't too tight which is a blessing. The hike attached to the campground, Desert View trail, has a stunning view.

@DarcyC5147168 · Camped on Aug 12, 2024 at Campsite #24

I spent 2 days at site 24, and while the shade on this site was lacking compared to a few others that were close by, it was VERY private and had tons of space. The hosts were very nice and helpful, and the grounds and bathrooms were super clean. Loved being able to go on a quick hike in the morning and then come back to relax at the site. And cell phone service was surprisingly good. I have t-mobile and never had less than two bars, but I was usually around 4. Can't wait to come back and explore more.

@JudithH31D975E · Camped on Aug 11, 2024 at Campsite #49

I last camped @ Burnt Rancheria in 2009. It was dusty, hot and very dry. Last Sunday, as we arrived, I was in awe of the green everywhere. Canyon live oaks, grasses, and barberry surrounded our campground. A walk on the nearby PCT the next morning, brought more visions of green, with buckwheat, manzanita, mountain mahogany, and purple giant Four-oclocks, lining the trail. A hike for the soul.

@SPRINGC796C95D · Camped on Aug 11, 2024 at Campsite #45

Quiet and neat, Verizon signal works !

@JohnS6889697 · Camped on Aug 1, 2024 at Campsite #55

The Campground Hosts were excellent! All facilities were kept clean! Peaceful and relaxing campground!

@LawrenceAB5D59 · Camped on Jul 22, 2024 at Campsite #34

Beautiful, well-kept campground.

@HaileyW6883098 · Camped on Jul 19, 2024 at Campsite #7

campsite was smaller than expected and came with a metal table- was untouchable without a canopy because of the heat. called over 10 times, no answer-- returned my call 3 days after I had left from my reservation-- poor communication. the signs for yucca loop were misplaced- we circled the campground for ~20 minutes until we asked campers where to go because no employee was to be seen. every employee in this town was extremely rude. no manners. we were 4 young adult girls, who kept the campsite very respectful, and there was no grace given even from the first interaction. the store the camp hosts directed us to for wood made very rude comments about my outfit and the shape of my body-- since i was wearing a sporty outfit in the 90 degree heat. I will not be returning ever and will be straying anyone away. anyone would have a much more pleasant time at any other possible campsite.

@DeniseL2073409 · Camped on Jul 11, 2024 at Campsite #5

We tent camped in this spot and it was very nice. There is a definite slope in this site making for an uneven slumber. There are vaulted toilets and quarter-operated showers. Only 2 of the 4 showers worked, but they were very nice in the heat of summer.Sunrise Hwy is nearby and there is a nice store and a little cafe.

@ThomasS5574085 · Camped on Jun 26, 2024 at Campsite #56

campsite is always clean and the people that work there are very nice.

@EmreEC54C7B128 · Camped on Jun 19, 2024 at Campsite #28

All the amenities you need to be comfortable camping while also feeling like you are out in the middle of the wilderness. My go-to campsite!

@JuliaH5228825 · Camped on Jun 14, 2024 at Campsite #56

My family loves this campground, so we stay here at least once per year. I'm unfortunately very concerned with the new weekend booking requirements. The requirements state that if you book Friday OR Saturday that you must reserve 2 nights. That's fine, but the website will not let you book Thursday + Friday or Saturday + Sunday. You nut book Friday AND Saturday. That's just unrealistic given many people work late on Fridays. It's extra disappointing because CA is trying to make campsite more available with less no shows, but this new policy will definitely do the exact opposite. Hopefully if more people speak out about this we can get it fixed to an Friday OR Saturday reservation requirement not a Friday AND Saturday.

@JeanC4824798 · Camped on May 3, 2024 at Campsite #57

Very nice campground. Well maintained. Our campsites were very hilly, however. There wasn't a flat place for any tents on Pion 57. We put all the tents on 58 and used that site to hang out and eat. We paid for 57 but couldn't use that site. They need to do some leveling.

@RandyW4534489 · Camped on May 3, 2024 at Campsite #43

Nice little camp ground not to far from Julian,

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