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Dripping Springs
Total sites: 33
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Available this Weekend: 17 + 4 FF*
Booking Window: 6 months
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Available this Weekend: 17 + 4 FF*
Booking Window: 6 months
1,638 ft
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Cleveland National Forest › Palomar Ranger District › California
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Dripping Springs Campground, CA - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map
Dripping Springs Campground is located in the Palomar Ranger District, Cleveland National Forest (just 19 min east of Temecula, CA) with an elevation of 1,638 feet. There are a total of 33 campsites including 2 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 30 sites can accommodate RVs up to 25 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $15.00 to $30.00.
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Campsite Reviews (252)
4.2 out of 5
| 5 star | 55% | |
| 4 star | 24% | |
| 3 star | 10% | |
| 2 star | 4% | |
| 1 star | 6% |
@AllenP9428302 · Camped on Mar 7, 2026 at Campsite #26
Site 26 is great, the last time i camped here i was in site 22 which was closed this time but i much prefer 26. You have a great view of the mountains off to the left. you only deal with a neighbor across from you, the next site is seperated by a bathroom. Very peaceful, it is an equestrian stall which i didnt realize when i was booking through the rec.gov app. If/when i come back next will try to get this site again.
@crystalh224632 · Camped on Feb 21, 2026 at Campsite #17
We reserved 2 camp spots next to each other with our friends. One of the campsites we reserved was closed and the other couldnt fit ground tents. The one we were reassigned to was in an equestrian area we specifically didnt book in because we had bikes and a dog and didnt want to scare the horses. The bathroom was also filthy.
@TerryM5038212 · Camped on Feb 20, 2026 at Campsite #15
This was the second time weve camped at Dripping Springs. Quote and clean sites. Easy in, easy out. Will camp there again whenever necessary.
@RobertS9225788 · Camped on Feb 9, 2026 at Campsite #21
Beautiful simple spot and a great host
@DanielleG60547 · Camped on Jan 26, 2026 at Campsite #21
Dripping Springs was a good camping experience, it started with some hiccups but it was smooth sailing from there.When me and my dog first arrived, the camp site I reserved was not marked as reserved and someone was already camping in our spot. I went to the camp host's site and called out for someone with no luck in finding a camp host. I drove back towards town since there is no reception on the campgrounds and called the only number listed on the campsite signs. A customer support rep from recreation.gov answered and was pretty unhelpful in helping me reach the camp host. So me and my dog drove back and decided to just take an open site and let the host find us.I ended up liking this new campsite more than the one I reserved, so it worked out. The camp host, Jim, started making his rounds a couple hours later. He had been in town when I first arrived, hence why I couldn't find anyone on arrival. Jim is a friendly guy and apologized for the mix up and was cool about me taking a new spot. From then on forward, Jim was available and present around the campgrounds.Dripping Springs campground is calm and small. Every person I saw had their dogs leashed, which I appreciated since the campsites are pretty close to one another. The only downside to this campground for me is the poo problems (dog and human). The toilets are pretty much a historical exhibit at this point by how long the poo has been sitting in those outhouses. I would say more than several months of poo is in there and the moment you open the toilet door, it smells toxic, like a methane chamber. I truly think they should close off the toilets for public safety. If you're not camping in a camper trailer/van, I encourage you to bring a compost toilet system.As for dog poo, it was all over the hiking trails, which is so unfortunate. One camper had a dog and when they left, me and my dog passed their site and saw the owner didn't pick up any of the dog's poo. There needs to be accountability on this.
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@ConradC754D61E · Camped on Dec 29, 2025 at Campsite #4
Everything was perfect, well spaced sites, nice trails nearby, overall a great experience.
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@JenniferL39143 · Camped on Dec 27, 2025 at Campsite #32
Beautiful campground, mostly level sites, clean bathrooms. Friendly and diligent host. The highlight is the many hiking trails and abundant wildlife, So nice to see families enjoying the great outdoors by tent camping and hiking. About a 6 mile drive into Temecula Ranchos.
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@TravisS7511916 · Camped on Dec 20, 2025 at Campsite #2
Amazing little hidden gem. The facilities were clean and welcoming. Trails were abundant and easy to access. The caretaker was friendly and welcoming. The injection is that if you can get a spot towards the back of the campground youll hear less road noise.
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@TheresaT2765AE · Camped on Dec 1, 2025 at Campsite #26
The host was friendly and helpful; the restrooms and sites were very clean.
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@LindaT6530759 · Camped on Nov 22, 2025 at Campsite #6
We enjoyed our long weekend stay here. It's a lovely campsite with a very friendly camp host, but it's in desperate need of some TLC. The picnic table sets are old and most are damaged with peeling paint and splinters, the grills are old and some are missing or broken. They could also do with better signposts on the road - we had to guess that we were in the right place. And Google maps does not have the correct position of the entrance.
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@LaraM2193714 · Camped on Nov 7, 2025 at Campsite #23
small campground with well-stocked pit toilets. the highway is just outside the campgrounds and you can easily hear the cars driving by in the evening and early morning. when the cars arent going by you can hear coyotes howling and owls hooting.
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@TarynB27EE5087 · Camped on Oct 30, 2025 at Campsite #15
Many sites that are listed as shaded have had trees cut. Unfortunate but of course necessary. Recreation does not have up to date info for the sites. Luckily the weekend we visited was quite empty and the host who was friendly and thoughtful, approached us on arrival offering a better, shaded site. It was much appreciated. Wilderness trail access directly from the campground was excellent. Coyotes are very active so keep your pets close. Temecula is on the way in and easy access for firewood or anything you need to pick up. Being so close to a main road, cars are heard at all times while at the campground. Neighbors in the valley have roosters and dogs that were very noisy. Still was an enjoyable stay.
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@YannD838F71FC7 · Camped on Oct 18, 2025 at Campsite #7
My experience at Dripping Springs was FANTASTIC! My daughter and I spent the night here and really loved the casualness, the cleanliness, the location under the trees and the epic trails around the campsite. We intend to return when time permits, but I wouldn't hesitate to share that my story was nothing short of PERFECT. Well Done to the Team who manages the grounds.
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@MURILOP985CA98 · Camped on Oct 4, 2025 at Campsite #5
Campground was closed and no email was sent. Drove 2 hours to show up to a closed campground
@BryanJ7979C16F · Camped on Oct 3, 2025 at Campsite #9
I arrived to find out the campground is closed with NO explanation and no notice.I hope to get a refund!
@MattD1154148 · Camped on Sep 27, 2025 at Campsite #22
Sadly I was unable to attend this time around. Rating fair due to previous visits, where several times I've had another party occupying my site when I arrived.
@yangkexinAD29E · Camped on Aug 16, 2025 at Campsite #16
This review only for #16The campsite is quiet and clean, and restroom just cross the street. #16 is flat, able to fit 2 big tents. But there was no trees and shade and looks different then the pics i saw. I saw some abandoned tree stumps I guess they cut down the trees. We have to leave early because there was too hot and with no shades. Overall we love this campsite and will come back for sure!
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@ChristopherB30 · Camped on Aug 15, 2025 at Campsite #14
Got a pretty rough site (14) on the website without realizing, but the camp host was a great guy and allowed me to move to a different spot. Friendly and diligent host. Beautiful campground. Would recommend.
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@IsabelaKB5B323 · Camped on Jul 3, 2025 at Campsite #15
This campground is nice, it is part of Cleveland National Forest and Agua Tibia Wilderness. Has 2 main trails, good for hiking.
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@JenniferL39143 · Camped on Jun 28, 2025 at Campsite #17
there is a large tree next to the driveway that provides shade and the flattest area to pitch your tent. The bathrooms are directly across the street, making it convenient. The firepit and bench were at the back of the space, up against a small hill below the campsites above, but to the left of yours. it was nice not to have someone directly above looking down. I would recommend this spot again, it's great to have some shade. if #14 had a big shade tree, it would be the best spot in the place, isolated from direct neighbors on either side, and only three to four spots from the bathrooms, but there was zero shade. In light of that, the space we had was fantastic.
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@SusanL2820892 · Camped on Jun 14, 2025 at Campsite #1
Dripping Springs is still Temecula's best kept secret for local camping. The sites have shade and love the water spicket, fire ring, picnic table and handy bbq. Even the outhouses are clean and stocked with toilet paper. For a fun outdoor experience, I recommend Dripping Springs. Just 20 minutes from Town.
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@DonnaC2645170 · Camped on Jun 11, 2025 at Campsite #7
Our reserved campsite was a available for us upon arrival.. campsite and grounds were clean and tidy. Pit toilet bathrooms( I don't care at all for) were clean and stocked with paper.I appreciated the numerous water spigots throughout the camp.Thank you for making our experience " memorable"
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