O'Neill Regional Park Campground

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O'Neill Regional Park, Orange County, California
O'Neill Regional Park, Orange County, California

O'Neill Regional Park Campground

Orange County


O'Neill Regional Park Campground

O'Neill Regional Park Campground, known as Arroyo Campground, is surrounded by 4,500 acres of parkland in Trabuco and Live Oak canyons. While the surrounding hills are covered with cactus, sage, and wild buckwheat, the park is wooded with live oak and sycamore. A pair of seasonal creeks wind though the park. Visitors enjoy picnicking, hiking, cycling, and horseback riding.

Operated by Orange County Parks, O'Neill Regional Park is 30 miles northeast of San Juan Capistrano.

RV Camping and Tent Camping at O'Neill Park Campground

O'Neill Regional Park Campground (Arroyo Campground) offers 79 campsites for RV camping and tent camping. The campsites are spread along a string of loops that parallel Trabuco Creek. The park also has 8 Group Campsites and an Equestrian Campground. Groups of 17 or more must choose a group campsite.

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O'Neill Regional Park Campground Basics
O'Neill Regional Park Campground Location: 30892 Trabuco Canyon Road, Trabuco Canyon
Elevation: 930 feet
Mileage from Gateway City: San Juan Capistrano - 30 miles
Orange - 32 miles
Los Angeles - 62 miles
Number of Campsites: 79
Camping Season: Open year-round
Max. People per Site: 8 (including children)
Vehicles per Site: 2 vehicles
Fee includes motorized vehicle and one towed non-motorized vehicle
$5 per night for a second motorized vehicle
Pets: On leash, always attended, but not allowed in wilderness areas
Operated by Orange County Parks
Orange County Parks - O'Neill Regional Park: (949) 923-2260 or
(949) 923-2256

O'Neill Regional Park Campground Reservations
Reservations: O'Neill Regional Park Campground reservations are available online, at least 2 days prior to arrival date
Maximum Length of Stay: 14 days within any 30-day period
Maximum RV/Trailer Length: Check website when making a reservation to be sure your RV/trailer/vehicles will fit the campsite you select because campsites vary greatly.
Wheelchair Accessible Sites: Some campsites and facilities are accessible
Fees: Standard campsite: $20 per night
Discount for seniors 60+ and disabled
Campground Map: O'Neill Regional Park Campground Map
Reservations: Campground Reservations
Check-in, check-out: Check-In: 2:00 PM
Check-in: Noon

O'Neill Regional Park Campground Amenities
Campsites: Picnic tables, BBQs, fire rings, no hook-ups
Campground: Restrooms with flush toilets, piped water, amphitheater
Showers: Yes, free!
Dump station: Yes
Attractions near O'Neill Regional Park Campground:
  • Explore the many trails for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding.
  • Hike up to 1,482-foot Vista Point.
  • Children have fun at the playground.
  • Play a round of horseshoes.
  • Participate in campfire programs and ranger-led hikes.
  • Tour the park's nature center.





O'Neill Regional Park Group Campground, Orange County, CA

O'Neill Regional Park Group Campground

Group Campsites at
O'Neill Regional Park Campground

O'Neill Regional Park offers two group tent camping areas: Sycamore Flats Group Area with 4 sites and Hickey Creek Group Area with 4 sites.

Sycamore Flats Sites A & B hold up to 40 people and 10 vehicles. Site Ca is for up to 25 people and 10 vehicles. Site D serves up to 80 people and 30 vehicles.

Hickey Creek Sites #1 and #2 can accommodate up to 45 people and 15 vehicles. Sites #3 and #4 are designated for up to 25 people and 10 vehicles.

Check the reservation website (above) for details about amenities as each site. It is possible to reserve the entire Sycamore Flats or Hickey Creek areas.
Fees: Sycamore Flats sites: A or B - $120, C - $75, D - $240
  Hickey Creek - 1, 2, and 3 - $120, #4 - $75
Organized youth groups may get a discount.
Reservations: (949) 923-2260.

Harmon Equestrian Area, O'Neill Regional Park, Orange County, CA

Harmon Equestrian Area

Harmon Equestrian Area

Harmon Equestrian Area contains 5 campsites for campers with horses. Facilities are similar to standard campsites. At least one corral is provided for each campsite. Site #1 is the largest in the equestrian area with seven corrals and room for several vehicles. A public arena is available.
Fees: $20 per night (discounts for seniors and disabled persons)
Horses - $3 per night
Reservations: Orange County Parks Campground Reservations


O'Neill Regional Park campground, Orange County, CA

O'Neill Regional Park Campground

Reviews from Previous Campers

2024

  • A perfect camping place for families.
  • Bees can be annoying when cooking.
  • The Nature Center is especially interesting.
  • Park rangers are helpful and friendly.

Orange County
Attractions and Activities

Orange County is known for its many great recreation areas and attractions. Campers at O'Neill Regional Park Campground are only a short drive from many of these favorite destinations.


O'Neill Regional Park Campground Regulations

  1. Fires are only permitted in provided fire enclosures.
  2. Quiet Hours run from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM.
  3. Pets are not allowed in the park.
  4. Only two tents are permitted per site.
  5. Alcohol is not permitted in the park.

    Check Orange County Parks - O'Neill Regional Park for any campground updates.

General Camping Information

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.

Accessible Sites

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