Wooded Hill Group Campground handles the logistics of gathering 110 people in the mountains without the usual headaches. One hour east of San Diego at 6,000 feet, it delivers cooler air and pine shade when the coast bakes, plus direct access to the Pacific Crest Trail and Laguna Mountains trail system.
Campground Details
- ⛺Type
- Group
- 🏕️Total Sites
- 1
- 💵Fee per Night
- $110
- 📋Reservations
- Reservation Required
- 📍GPS
- 32.85119, -116.43317
- 🐾Pets Allowed
- No
- 📞Phone
- 619-445-6235
- 🗺️Address
- CA
Amenities
The Camp
The single large campsite accommodates up to 110 people with parking spurs that handle trailers and RVs up to 40 feet — though hookups aren't available. Pine and oak canopy provides shade over picnic tables and the central fire circle. At 6,000 feet elevation, you'll get genuine relief from San Diego's summer heat, with temperatures that make afternoon activities tolerable and campfires appealing after dark.
The vault toilets and basic amenities keep things simple but functional for large groups. The setting feels properly removed from urban sprawl while remaining accessible enough for mixed-experience groups and families.
What to Know
Open Memorial Day through Labor Day only — this isn't a shoulder-season option. Reservations are required at $110 per night, which breaks down reasonably when split among a large group. The seasonal closure means summer booking competition, so plan ahead.
Limited on-site staffing means calling (619) 354-8776 for information rather than expecting walk-up help.
Nearby
The Pacific Crest Trail passes nearby, offering everything from short day hikes to serious backpacking access. The Wooded Hills Nature Trail starts just west of camp off Sunrise Highway and climbs to the highest wooded point on Laguna Mountain — on clear days, you can see Point Loma and the Channel Islands from San Diego.
The Big Laguna Trail System and Aqua Dulce Trailhead provide additional hiking and mountain biking options. Sunrise Highway itself delivers mountain scenery as you drive between pine, spruce, and fir forests with meadow views.
The SDSU Observatory offers star parties for groups interested in dark-sky viewing at elevation.