Kumeyaay Lake Campground

If you're promoting amenities then denying access you shouldn't really get any stars, but other then that it's a decent campground, close to the city and lots of hiking trails. And the staff could be a bit less intrusive! I was there 2 nights (reserved and registered) and 3 different people came strolling through camp. 1 to place a tag on the windshield. 2 to verify tag, interrupting nap instead of looking on window (why #1 didn't hang on post IDK🙄) and then 3, as my vehicle is running, making sure I'm leaving by noon because he's "locking the gate at 12:03."

This campground is located in the subs outside San Diego, so you are not in the just of it, but you are not out in nature either. Pretty much the worst of both worlds. Road noise, highly populated, hazy sky.
The sites are nice and well maintained and the personnel (a lot of them) is friendly.
The showers are ice cold, although free, and there is filling up your fresh tank is not allowed. There is no dump station either.
Cell service is pretty good. Mosquitos are abundant.
It is so incredible bizarre that the campground is only open Friday and Saturday nights.

This is the1st pay site we have gone to. It was the best $22 I have ever spent. So clean, quiet and well taken care of. The bathrooms were clean and even tidied up at night for the next day. It was almost full but you would never know it as the layout blocked noise from site to site. Absolutely would recommend staying here.
Know it is only open Friday and Saturday nights and you should call ahead to reserve your spot.
Perfect cell service.

IMPORTANT NOTE: If arriving late, the gate appears locked, but the exit side can be pushed open and closed behind you. The camp host advised us that this was perfectly acceptable because the guard station is not manned after the gate closes. We were frustrated upon arrival because we were not notified in advance of this.

This campsite is a hidden gem perfect for those seeking a tranquil getaway. One of the standout features of Lake Kumeyaay campsite is the ample space between sites. This means you won't have to worry about feeling cramped or crowded during your stay. Instead, you can fully immerse yourself in the natural surroundings and enjoy solitude. The facilities at Lake Kumeyaay are clean and well-maintained, making for a comfortable camping experience. Plus, the staff are friendly and helpful, ensuring your stay is as enjoyable as possible.

For those who love hiking and biking, the campsite is conveniently located near Mission Trails Regional Park. With miles of trails to explore, you'll have plenty of opportunities to get out and explore the great outdoors. Whether you're a seasoned hiker or a casual biker, you'll find something to enjoy at Mission Trails..

We stopped here for one night on our way from San Diego to Los Angeles and loved it. Only about a 25 minute drive from downtown San Diego and pretty easy to get to. Very nice bathrooms with spacious showers that are both handicap accessible. Drinking water and dump stations are available free for campers too. Keep in mind they only allow overnight camping on weekends, not weeknights. It was pretty easy to reserve a spot online but I did have to make an account with the city of San Diego. Only complaint is the main gate that Apple maps navigates to is closed after 5 pm so you will have to drive around to the other side of Father Junipero to get in. I wish they had told us about that in the check in instructions when I made the reservation, but it wasn’t too hard to find. We would definitely stay here again.

We had reservations for Doheny state beach on FEB 2nd and needed a place to hold up for a couple of days. I was stationed at North Island for seven years and wanted to show the wife Coronado and Old Town. This park fit the bill. Did not use the dump station so no comment on that. Little rough to detach and reconnect tow vehicle, no place to get out of the way.