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Sweetwater Summit (San Diego County Park)
Overview
Sweetwater Summit Regional Park offers a spacious and scenic retreat for RV travelers exploring Southern California. Spanning over 500 acres in the South Bay region, this park combines well-maintained infrastructure with the rugged beauty of the coastal sage scrub environment. It is widely considered one of the top county-run facilities in the region, providing a serene hilltop atmosphere that overlooks the Sweetwater Reservoir. Whether you are passing through or staying for a week, the park offers a perfect blend of nature and modern accessibility.
Location & Surroundings
Located in the valley community of Bonita, the park provides a refreshing escape from the dense urban sprawl of nearby San Diego. The elevated position of the campground allows for sweeping views of the reservoir and the surrounding mountain ranges. The landscape is characterized by rolling hills and native vegetation, creating a peaceful environment where you can enjoy vibrant sunsets. Its location offers the quiet of the country while staying only a short drive from metropolitan conveniences and coastal attractions.
Amenities & Park Features
The park features 112 campsites, many of which are equipped with full hookups including 50-amp electricity, water, and sewer. For those traveling with children, the modern seasonal splash pad and large playground are major highlights. The facility also caters to the equestrian community with specialized corrals and staging areas. Additional conveniences include clean restroom and shower facilities, a community room, and paved pads that accommodate a variety of rig sizes, ensuring a comfortable and organized stay for all visitors.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the 15 miles of multi-use trails accessible directly from the park, perfect for hiking, mountain biking, or horseback riding. Golfers can find several local courses within a few minutes, while those looking for city excitement are just 20 minutes from downtown San Diego. You can easily spend a day at Balboa Park or the San Diego Zoo before returning to the quiet hills of Bonita to relax away from the traffic and noise.
Who This Park Is Best For
This park is ideal for families looking for an activity-rich environment without the crowded feel of a traditional commercial resort. It is a fantastic choice for horse owners and hikers who value immediate trail access and wide-open spaces. Additionally, it serves as an excellent basecamp for explorers who want to visit San Diego's famous beaches and urban landmarks but prefer to sleep in a more natural, tranquil setting.
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- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
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User Reviews
D C
The best Campsite in San Diego County, clean and safe and the best restrooms of any campsites. Restrooms are private individual and they lock no stall restrooms where you have to look over your shoulder and make sure no one’s entering the restroom. When you’re occupying it. Nice walk, trails, clean roads, hot, running water and the restrooms. Nice park employees very helpful. Very comfortable For travelers.
Charlotte Ridgeway
Splash pad is open May-October 10am-6:30pm. The staff said they usually close end of October. It's right next to the playground and the bathrooms. There are also some picnic tables in semi-shade under the trees next to the pad/ playground.
leonardo sandoval
Had a great weekend at the campground. Everything is so well maintained and clean. The splash pad water park and playground were a big hit with the kiddos. The best part is the space between the campsites was ample and gave you a nice sense of paradise to your self.
Paul Grenier
Site #138. Large campground with clean flush toilets and hot showers. The campground has both full and partial hook-up sites, including equestrian sites with horse corrals. We saw many people out horseback riding on the trails around the campground. There is a splash pad for the kids in the summer months, and fishing is allowed in Sweetwater Reservoir. Nice place to get away from the city if only for a few days.
Shannon Petterson
We stayed at the campground for a few days. This is a nice place: the sites are clean, bathrooms are clean. Water and electric, sites on the north loop may have sewage too. There is a sewage dump if needed. Showers require tokens 1 token is .50 cents and gets you 4 minutes. The sound of the freeway and being in the flight path for landing at the SD airport were the only drawbacks. But we would come back, for sure.