William Heise County Park Campground is located south of Julian in the northern extremity of the Laguna Mountain Range. This 929-acre park is set in a forest of oak, pine, and cedar. Cedar Creek runs through the campground. In the winter the campground can have snow.
William Heise County Park Campground has trailer and RV sites (20 with electrical hook-ups), a separate tent camping area with 42 sites, and a group tent-camping area. They also have cabins. Many of the sites in the RV loop are side-by-side, while some are well-separated from one another.
| William Heise County Park Campground Basics | |
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| William Heise County Park Campground Location: | 4945 Heise Park Rd., off Frisius Dr., south of Julian |
| Elevation: | 4,200 feet |
| Mileage/Driving Time: | 65 miles from San Diego - 1:20 |
| Number of Campsites: | 103 |
| Open - Closed: | Labor Day weekend to Memorial Day |
| Max. People per Site: | 8 (including children) |
| Vehicles per Site: | 1, plus one towed, extra vehicles $4 |
| Pets: | On leash, always attended, $1 per night |
| Park Information: | (760) 765-0650 |
| Reservations for William Heise County Park Campground | |
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| Reservations available: | William Heise County Park Campground reservations can be made up to 1 year in advance. |
| Maximum RV/Trailer Length: | 40 feet |
| Accessible Sites: | None designated |
| Reservations: | San Diego County Parks Reservations |
| Fees: | Partial hook-ups $29 Non-hook-up or tent only $24 Plus $5 reservation fee |
| Check-in, check-out: | Check-in: 2:00 PM Chek-out: Noon |
| William Heise Park Campground Amenities | |
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| Campsites: | Picnic table, fire ring |
| Campground: | Restrooms with flush toilets, tap water, picnic area |
| Showers: | Yes |
| Dump station: | Yes |
| Campground map: | William Heise County Park Campground Map |
| Nearby facilities: | Picnic area, clubhouse, pools, store |
| Attractions near William Heise County Park Campground: |
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| Campground Programs: | County Parks and Recreation Activity and Program Guide |
Group organizers may reserve a minimum of 10 campsites up to one year in advance of their stay. Call the Reservation Center at (877) 565-3600 to make group reservations. Pavilion and/or kitchen facilities for one full day during the reservation period are included in the reservation at no additional charge.
Fee: $100
William Heise Park Campground
Opening and closing dates of campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on weather conditions. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths.
Temperatures in the desert can reach 80-100 degrees in the spring. Visitors to the nearby desert areas are advised to carry water and wear sun protective hats. Be aware of possible flash floods during storms. Check with local authorities for road conditions. Always notify someone of your plans, including when you plan to return.
In order to prevent the spread of invasive insects, firewood from outside the area is not permitted.
Designated Accessible sites are reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate
William Heise Park Campground
Campers at William Heise County Park Campground are close to both Cuyamaca Rancho State Park and Anza-Borrego Desert State Park. With over 600,000 acres, Anza-Borrego Desert State Park is the largest state park in the contiguous United States. Visitors to Anza-Borrego Desert State Park enjoy a wide range of scenic places to visit.
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