Family. Friendly. Fun.
Legendary Camping Along the Shores of Mission Bay
Welcome to Campland on the Bay
Join the fun and come experience Campland on the Bay®, San Diego’s favorite campground. Offering waterfront RV and tent camping for over 50 years, Campland serves up family-friendly fun, a lively camping environment and a wide range of amenities and activities.
Many of our campers come back year after year, bringing generations together to create memorable experiences. Offering a wide range of amenities, there is something for everyone.
Located on the shores of Mission Bay, guests love the one-of-a-kind recreational opportunities Campland provides.
Mission Bay's
Legendary Beachfront Playground Retreat
- Discover the perfect family fun vacation destination
- Create treasured memories and experiences
- Escape the heat of summer or the wrath of winter
Voted Best Staycation
2020 and 2019 San Diego Union-Tribune Readers' Poll
Best Place to Camp
2019 San Diego City Beat Readers' Poll
10 Most Amazing US Campgrounds
Beloved by RVers
2021 10 Amazing U.S. Campgrounds Beloved by RVers of Travel Awaits
2020 Top 5 Campgrounds in U.S.
Top 10 Urban Campground
Named a Top Urban Campground by USA Today Readers' Poll
Campland Activities and Amenities
- RV Campsites
- Tent Camping
- Pet-Friendly
- Restrooms & Showers
- 124-Slip Marina and Boat Launch
- WiFi
- Laundry
- Swimming Pools & Spas
- Bicycle Rentals & Trails
- Beach
- Skate Park
- Sports/Basketball Court
- Beach Volleyball Court
- Gym
- Cantina & Bar
- Live Entertainment
- Ice Cream Parlor
- Market
- Kids' Activities
- Playground
- Horseshoe Court
Public Access to Campland on the Bay
The public is welcome to enjoy the beach and bay access. Campland on the Bay is leased from the City of San Diego and is located on leased tidelands. Thirty-one complimentary public parking spaces (not to be used for overnight storage) are available on a first-come first-served basis.
Explore Mission Bay
What Our Campers say
562
RV & Tent Campsites
18
Amenities
1,200,000+
Reservations Hosted
53
Years of Camping
about us
It's not Just camping - it's CAMPLAND! When you stay at Campland, you get so much more than a campsite. From our waterfront location and amazing array of resort amenities, we offer a complete recreation experience for the whole family. Our friendly staff will go out of their way to make sure you have an enjoyable stay. It's our mission to provide family-friendly fun to all our campers and visitors. Over the years, we've welcomed generations of families who return to create special memories. Learn More.
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