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Crestline Group Campground

Crestline Group Campground is located in a wooded area on Palomar Mountain, at approximately 5,390 feet in elevation. Many trees including Black Oak, Cedar, White Fir and Live Oak surround the site. Crestline Group Campground is a convenient place for large families, church groups and other social gatherings of up to 50 people. The facility is a popular recreation site for visitors going to the Palomar Observatory, a world-class center of astronomical research by the California Institute of Technology in North San Diego County. Hiking, biking and picnicking are available nearby.

Current Conditions
The U.S. Forest Service (USFS) has announced the reopening of the newly reconstructed Crestline Group Campground on the Cleveland National Forest, Palomar Ranger District.
Reservations and additional information are available online at www.recreation.gov or by phone at 877-444-6777. Please contact the Palomar Ranger District for current information 760-788-0250, SM.FS.PalomarRD@usda.gov.

Reservations

Make Reservations Here
  • A reservation charge is added to the price of the site.
    $75/Night
  • All reservations can be made through Recreation.gov or 1-877-444-6777.
  • Can accommodate up to 50 people. 

General Information

May 15 – November 30

No RV parking.

Overnight:
Group Site: $75 per night (up to 50 people)

  • A reservation charge is added to the price of the site.
  • $75/Night

Pets allowed. Must be on leash. 

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 33.312707

Longitude: -116.863856

Directions

From San Diego, California, follow U.S. Highway 15 north to State Highway 76. Proceed east to County Road S6. Take S6 north to the top of Palomar Mountain. Group campground is at the junction of County Roads S6 and S7.

Facility and Amenity Information

Accessibility

  • The campground is equipped with several picnic tables, large fire pit, parking, walkways, tent pads, cooking area, and an accessible vault toilet. RVs with a maximum length of 27 feet can be accommodated.
  • No electricity.
  • Cellphone service

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Water

Potable water is available at this site.

Picnic Tables

Picnic tables are available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated July 23rd, 2025