Discover 6 parks for camping within driving distance of Escondido
By USFWS Pacific Southwest Region, Public domain
"Escondido visitors come to Carlsbad State Beach for a refreshing day at the coast, enjoying swimming, picnics, and beautiful ocean views."
A popular coastal park offering sandy beaches, surfing, and family-friendly recreation.
"Escondido visitors come for coastal recreation, picnicking, and to enjoy the ocean breeze just a short drive away."
A scenic coastal park with sandy beaches, bluff-top camping, and ocean recreation.
"Escondido families often head to San Elijo State Beach for coastal recreation, picnicking, and to escape inland heat."
San Elijo State Beach is a scenic coastal park known for camping, surfing, and ocean views.
"Escondido locals enjoy easy access to Palomar Mountain’s hiking trails and scenic beauty, perfect for day trips or weekend camping."
A lush, forested mountain park with hiking, camping, and panoramic views.
"Escondido adventurers visit for mountain biking, wildlife viewing, and to explore the park’s extensive trail network."
Mountain parkland with forests, meadows, and year-round recreation east of San Diego.
"Escondido residents visit Anza-Borrego for outdoor adventures, wildflower viewing, and to experience the vast open spaces of the desert."
California’s largest state park, renowned for wildflowers, canyons, and desert vistas.
