Beach camping on Pacific cliffs, mountain retreats in pine forests, and RV parks with full hookups
Camping near Ensenada ranges from cliffside Pacific beach sites at $17/night to high-country camps in the Sierra de Juárez. Established campgrounds have security and basic facilities. Bring your own water, food, and supplies — there are no convenience stores at most sites. Allow extra time for the U.S. border crossing on your return (often 2–8 hours without SENTRI or Global Entry).
The best beach campground in the Ensenada area. Spectacular Pacific Ocean cliffside views from every site — nothing like this exists at this price point in the US. Located off the Tijuana-Ensenada scenic toll road, about 30 minutes north of downtown.
Facilities: Gated entrance (locked 10pm-6am), clean toilets, showers, fire pits, BBQ grills, trash cans, tables. Dry camping — no water/sewer/electric hookups.
Bungalows: $45-85/night (no pets in bungalows)
Extras: $3/extra person. Motorhomes $19/night. Pets allowed on leash at campsites. Firewood $5/bundle at entrance. 3 vehicles per site area.
Reservations: Recommended — contact via their Facebook page.
Walk to the famous "Vicmar" shipwreck along the coast. Sites are marked with white-painted rocks and visible from the toll road above.
Popular weekend beach camping spot between Rosarito and Ensenada, off the toll road. More rustic than Saldamando with basic facilities and minimal infrastructure, but beautiful coastline. Great for experienced campers who want a quieter, more raw experience.
The most comfortable camping/RV option in the Ensenada area. Located at Estero Beach Hotel & Resort, south of town (~15 min drive). RV hookups with access to hotel amenities including restaurant, beach, and tennis courts. Feels like a self-contained beach resort.
Long-established RV park along the coast north of Ensenada. Popular with returning snowbirds and long-term visitors. Near the California Trailer Park surf break — one of the area's best waves. Basic facilities with a laid-back, community feel.
Beautiful highland park in the Sierra de Juarez, 84 km east of Ensenada. Conifers, wildflowers, and the sometimes-dry Laguna Hanson. Sublime for hiking, mountain biking, rock climbing, kayaking (when lake has water), and speleology in Llanos Canyon.
Getting there: Take the Ensenada-San Felipe Highway to the Km 35 turnoff, then 43 km of dirt road from Ojos Negros. High-clearance vehicle required, 4x4 recommended.
Facilities: Campsites (included with park fee), rustic rooms for rent, cement outhouse bathrooms (basic). No reliable water — bring your own.
Phone: +52 686 554 4404 (Mon-Fri 8am-3pm)
Camping resort and adventure park about 30 minutes south of Ensenada. Rustic rooms, a water park, ziplines, ATVs, pedal boats, and more. Great for families with kids who want the camping experience with activity infrastructure and proper facilities.
| Campsite | Type | Cost/Night | Hookups | Security | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Playa Saldamando | Beach | $17 | No (dry) | 24/7, gated | Families, groups, budget camping |
| Playa La Jolla | Beach | $10-20 | No | Basic | Rustic beach experience |
| Estero Beach RV | RV Park | $25-50 | Full | Resort | RVs, comfort camping |
| California Trailer Park | RV Park | Varies | Yes | On-site | Long-term RV, surfers |
| Laguna Hanson | Mountain | $4 (rooms $60) | No | None | Adventure, hiking, isolation |
| Las Canadas | Mountain Resort | $50-150 | Some | On-site | Families, kids, activities |