Green Valley Campground

Green Valley Campground - Cuyamaca Rancho State Park is surriunded by oak woodlands, meadows, and creeks, making it a restful place for campers.. Green Valley Campground is located in San Diego County, near Julian. A number of campsites are tent-only, the remainder accept RVs, trailers, and tents. Some campsites are very close to each others, while others have a lot of privacy.

Popular swimming holes are in the river near the campground. Cuyamaca Rancho State Park has more than 100 miles of riding and hiking trails. Anza-Borrego Desert State Park is only a short drive away.

A Horse Camp with 15 sites is located across the river from the main Green Valley Campground.

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Green Valley Campground Basics
Green Valley Campground Location:	13652 Highway 79, 5 miles north of I-5, 15 miles south of Julian
Elevation:	4,000 feet
Mileage/Driving Time:	50 miles east of San Diego - 1 hour
Number of Campsites:	81
Open - Closed:	May 1 - October 3l
Max. People per Site:	8 (including children)
Vehicles per Site:	1 motorized vehicle, extra vehicle fee
Pets:	On leash, always attended
Operated by	California State Parks
Park Information:	(760)765-0755

Reservations for Green Valley Campground
Reservations available:	Reservations can be made for camping date from April through November; closed when not on reservations.
Booking Window:	from 2 days up to 6 months in advance of arrival date
Maximum RV/Trailer Length:	27 feet
Accessible Sites:	One site at the horse camp is accessible.
Fees:	Standard campsites $40 per night Horse campsites $45
Online Reservations at ReserveCalifornia:	Green Valley Campground Reservations or call (800) 444-PARK (7275) between 8 AM and 6 PM
Check-in, check-out:	2:00 PM, Noon

Green Valley Campground Amenities
Campsites:	Picnic table, fire ring, no hook-ups
Campground:	restrooms with flush toilets, tap water, campfire circle
Showers:	Yes, fee
Dump station:	yes
Campground map:	Green Valley Campground Map
Attractions near Green Valley Campground:	Enjoy local hiking trails. Visit cascades and shallow pools at Green Valley Day-use area. Attend interpretive programs in summer. Hike up trails to nearby peaks. Head up to Lake Cuyamaca with boating and fishing.

Green Valley Horse Camp

Green Valley Horse Camp is located across the Sweetwater River from the main campground. The horse camp has 15 sites, with sites 12 and 13 designated as accessible sites. Each site can accommodate up to 8 people and 2 vehicles. The site has 2 horse corrals. Campers should take note of the Alerts at the bottom of the reservation site page for the particular site being reserved to be sure it meets their needs.
Photos of Green Valley Horse Camp
Green Valley Horse Camp Reservations
Fee: $35
Note: The reservation page also shows Los Vaqueros Group Horse Camp, but the Green Valley Horse Camp is a separate facility.

General Camping Information for
Anza-Borrego State Park and
Cuyamaca Rancho State Park

Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths. Check carefully on the reservation site when you make your reservation to be sure your vehicle will fit your campsite.

Temperatures can reach 80-100 degrees in the spring. Visitors are advised to carry water and wear sun protective hats. Be aware of possible flash floods during storms. Check with the park for road conditions. Always notify someone of your plans, including when you plan to return.

Accessible Sites

Designated Accessible sites are usually reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate.

Green Valley Campground

Reviews from Previous Campers

2022 - 2024

Staff are very freindly.

A short walk to see the Green Valley Waterfall area.

Plenty of wildlife to look at.

Shower token machines only take bills.

Cuyamaca Rancho State Park
Attractions and Activities

Cuyamaca Rancho State Park spreads over 24,700 acres of forest, meadows and streams. Campers at Green Valley Campground can explore all the popular features of the park.

Lake Cuyamaca is operated by the Helix Water District. The lake is 2 miles north of Paso Picacho and offers boating and fishing.
Wander along the creek that runs through Green Valley Campground.
Participate in the Junior Rangers Program at Picacho Day Use Area.
Watch for wildlife such as badgers, foxes, bobcats, and maybe even a mountain lion.
Birders enjoy seeking out the more than 100 birds in the park, including retailed hawks, sage sparrows, and woodpeckers.
Hike the 2-mile trail to the summit of Stonewall Peak.
Visit the Stonewall Mine site exhibits which provide a pictorial history of the mine.