RV Camping Ideas - Last Minute Panic!!!

[Tio Pancho]

So I just found out I get to have my grandson for the weekend. Just talked to him and he wants to go camping and take the motorhome. I tried to talk him into tent camping with the truck. No dice. Plus I have two dogs.
I am in So Cal (La Verne) and need some ideas. Silverwood is full. Looking for the brain trust to help me pull this one off.
Pics of cute kid for sympathy . Don't mind the old dude.

 

[Havasu blue label]

Havasu

 

[JayBreww]

Yucaipa regional ain’t bad but ain’t great. Got some ponds to fish and a swim/water pad.

 

[Riverfamlee]

Bonneli bluffs. Close by and pretty nice.

 

[JayBreww]

You can also try Santa’s village up in arrowhead.

 

[GRANT@FUNCO]

Home - Launch Pointe - Lake Elsinore CA

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I’ve not been but my friends take kids there and enjoy it

pechnga is also a really nice place

 

[rivermobster]

Weekend eh?

No doubt everything local is sold out, so you'll probably be dry camping.

Since you mentioned Silverwood, have you ever been to The Pinnacles up there?

Pretty sure you'd be ok for just the weekend.

There's is always Pinnacles National Park too. A bit more driving, but all kinna cool stuff to see.

What toys are you going to take??

 

[Singleton]

Vail Lake in Temecula

 

[JB in so cal]

There's a place right on the santa Ana river by where the 73 toll road joins up with the 91. Never been, but see rv's when driving west.

 

[GRANT@FUNCO]

There's a place right on the santa Ana river by where the 73 toll road joins up with the 91. Never been, but see rv's when driving west.

Canyon RV

 

[69hondo]

Lake skinner for last minute maybe

 

[Hammer]

The driveway

 

[Mrs. Riley1]

Lake Hemet

 

[Tio Pancho]

Thank you all and keep em coming. I am checking some of these out. Right now I am leaning towards Joshua Tree. Even if I don't get a campsite, I will find a place to park and go in for the days. The Monkey is 8 years old and he can scramble his brains out on the rocks. The ranger station usually has some sort of interactive stuff and we can buy something cool for him.
Keep em coming and thank you.

 

[rivermobster]

Thank you all and keep em coming. I am checking some of these out. Right now I am leaning towards Joshua Tree. Even if I don't get a campsite, I will find a place to park and go in for the days. The Monkey is 8 years old and he can scramble his brains out on the rocks. The ranger station usually has some sort of interactive stuff and we can buy something cool for him.
Keep em coming and thank you.

Joshua Tree you say?

Barker Dam Trail - Joshua Tree National Park (U.S. National Park Service)

www.nps.gov

 

[grumpy88]

Bonelli park or the beach somewhere

 

[Tio Pancho]

Joshua Tree you say?

Barker Dam Trail - Joshua Tree National Park (U.S. National Park Service)

www.nps.gov

I know you are a hiker and your boy was a scout like mine were. I love that area.
FYI I chaired the first rock climbing outing ever for our troop to Jumbo Rocks with a certified instructor. Those scouts are 30 years old and still talk about that outing!

 

[C-Ya]

How about Idyllwild? You can take the little one on the tram.

 

[Tio Pancho]

How about Idyllwild? You can take the little one on the tra

How about Idyllwild? You can take the little one on the tram.

Not a bad idea. I love the tram. I will see if the dogs are allowed.

 

[Done-it-again]

Jurupa valley

Calico.

 

[mash on it]

Heart Bar towards Big Bear.

San Bernardino National Forest - Heart Bar Family Campground

San Bernardino National Forest - Heart Bar Family Campground

www.fs.usda.gov

Dan'l

 

[f12517]

I have no suggestions, but that pic of you and him in overalls with tools is just awesome!!!

 

[DLC]

2nd for Vail Lake - Temecula

Campground in Temecula, CA | Temecula KOA at Vail Lake

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[Tio Pancho]

I have no suggestions, but that pic of you and him in overalls with tools is just awesome!!!

Thank you. I have a bunch of different ones from last year. Meant to make a calendar for christmas but didnt get around to it. I may start a separate thread about our kids/grandkids.

 

[TCHB]

So I just found out I get to have my grandson for the weekend. Just talked to him and he wants to go camping and take the motorhome. I tried to talk him into tent camping with the truck. No dice. Plus I have two dogs.
I am in So Cal (La Verne) and need some ideas. Silverwood is full. Looking for the brain trust to help me pull this one off.
Pics of cute kid for sympathy . Don't mind the old dude.

Secret Spot. Golden Shores RV Park in Long Beach.

 

[28Eliminator]

Go up to 7 oaks, by angelus oaks.

 

[Travmon]

SHASTA IS FULL !!

 

[Tio Pancho]

Go up to 7 oaks, by angelus oaks.

Just looked this up. This will be on my list for next time.

 

[outboard_256]

If all else fails just book a site on KOA. If you not in a big group it's pretty easy to find a spot.

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[HTTP404]

Lake Hemet / Hurkey Creek park

Hurkey Creek Park | Rivcoparks

www.rivcoparks.org

There is also a dog and cat sanctuary near by you can tour.

 

[JFMFG]

We are headed to big bear shores rv park tomorrow afternoon. I have a 2 year old and one year old who like new friends just as much as me.

 

[Havasu blue label]

Thank you all and keep em coming. I am checking some of these out. Right now I am leaning towards Joshua Tree. Even if I don't get a campsite, I will find a place to park and go in for the days. The Monkey is 8 years old and he can scramble his brains out on the rocks. The ranger station usually has some sort of interactive stuff and we can buy something cool for him.
Keep em coming and thank you.

The cheese it stand is there pop up

 

[yz450mm]

X3 on Vail Lake if available.

Campland in SD

Calico is fun for his age, and they have a great Saloon and interesting people watching. Temps this weekend are 80/50.

Newport Dunes if you can get a spot, doubtful but it's worth a shot.

Holloways RV/Marina in Big Bear

 

[Tio Pancho]

X3 on Vail Lake if available.

Campland in SD

Calico is fun for his age, and they have a great Saloon and interesting people watching. Temps this weekend are 80/50.

Newport Dunes if you can get a spot, doubtful but it's worth a shot.

Holloways RV/Marina in Big Bear

Going to Calico for Halloween
Newport Dunes is great but not what I am looking for this trip. Want something with more dirt and open area
I will check out the others.

 

[yz450mm]

Going to Calico for Halloween
Newport Dunes is great but not what I am looking for this trip. Want something with more dirt and open area
I will check out the others.

If you're wanting to be in a campground but be spread out, check out the back section of Vail lake. Lots to do for kids there, and plenty of adult amenities as well.

 

[Hypnautic]

We used to go to Carpinteria
Ride bikes on beach. Quiet camping—good for quality time

Carpinteria SB

Carpinteria SB

www.parks.ca.gov

 

[RVR2SNO]

Lake skinner for last minute maybe

X2 for skinner! Going for Halloween.

 

[Badchoices03]

I will be in Vail Lake this weekend...its pretty full, but you can probably get a spot in the area with minimal hook-ups...its a cool camprground...they have a pool, restaurant, bar, lots of bike riding areas, a miniature golf course thats free just got to bring your own club and ball...you can bring a golf cart or rent one to cruise around....the kids love it there..

 

[Badchoices03]

X2 for skinner! Going for Halloween.

Yes, we do Skinner a lot and you can almost always get a spot...the best spots on the grass are usually booked up but there are usually plenty of spots on the back rows...lots of bike riding, fishing, can rent a pontoon boat to tour the lake...

 

[jeteater1]

Lake Hemet

My daughter works at the store there.

 

[QC22]

Table Mountain is close. https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233735

 

[Ducksquasher]

I will be in Vail Lake this weekend...its pretty full, but you can probably get a spot in the area with minimal hook-ups...its a cool camprground...they have a pool, restaurant, bar, lots of bike riding areas, a miniature golf course thats free just got to bring your own club and ball...you can bring a golf cart or rent one to cruise around....the kids love it there..

Years ago I drove through it and it looked like the bottom (or back area?) had been flooded out or not kept up? If I remember correctly it was a pretty big place. What are all of the details about the place and where to stay? I have wanted to go there but never gotten around to it.

Thanks in advance.

 

[yz450mm]

Years ago I drove through it and it looked like the bottom (or back area?) had been flooded out or not kept up? If I remember correctly it was a pretty big place. What are all of the details about the place and where to stay? I have wanted to go there but never gotten around to it.

Thanks in advance.

It's a pretty big place, and the different camping areas all have their own "feel". I'd recommend a day trip there in a vehicle to check out the sites and figure out where you would want to be for the weekend.

 

[Tio Pancho]

So I tried making reservations at Vailbjust now. It’s too late for the website. Can’t get anyone on the phone number they give.
What are the chances if I just show up tonight or in the morning? Is it usually 100% packed or is there a chance?

Thinking if I leave in the morning and Vail is a Knogo, I’ll head down to the beach in San Diego somewhere. The Monkey Boy and I are going to make this happen.w

Also are the resort and the KOA different places? Cant find a way to make reservations at the resort.

 

[Tio Pancho]

Update - ended up on the road with no reservations. Got on the phone and got lucky. Grabbed what they said was the last spot at Vail Lake. Just as we got in the freeway.
Got here at 11:90.
Thanks everyone. Pics to follow.

 

[Tio Pancho]

Got back home safely. Spent the weekend doing whatever the Monkey wanted. We hiked with the dogs played wiffle ball. He always wants to be the Dodgers. But I told him he is the Astros because he cheats. I cut him no slack. If he’s going to make this fat old man run he’s going to pay for it.
We played mini golf and giant Jenga. He made a dirt track for his hot wheels.
Head was in bed by 9:00 and slept until almost 9;00. I think I did my job.
Man I love that Monkey of mine.

 

[JFMFG]

Got back home safely. Spent the weekend doing whatever the Monkey wanted. We hiked with the dogs played wiffle ball. He always wants to be the Dodgers. But I told him he is the Astros because he cheats. I cut him no slack. If he’s going to make this fat old man run he’s going to pay for it.
We played mini golf and giant Jenga. He made a dirt track for his hot wheels.
Head was in bed by 9:00 and slept until almost 9;00. I think I did my job.
Man I love that Monkey of mine.

Looks like a damn good weekend.

 

[rivermobster]

Looks like a damn good weekend.

Yep. X1000.

 

[Ducksquasher]

Got back home safely. Spent the weekend doing whatever the Monkey wanted. We hiked with the dogs played wiffle ball. He always wants to be the Dodgers. But I told him he is the Astros because he cheats. I cut him no slack. If he’s going to make this fat old man run he’s going to pay for it.
We played mini golf and giant Jenga. He made a dirt track for his hot wheels.
Head was in bed by 9:00 and slept until almost 9;00. I think I did my job.
Man I love that Monkey of mine.

Awesome!