San Clemente, California

San Mateo Campground

4.4 (707)
RV site
San Mateo Campground

About San Mateo Campground

Simple campsite offering basic facilities, including showers & RV hookups, plus a path to the beach.

Accommodations on the property

  • RV site

Location

830 Cristianitos Rd, San Clemente, California, 92672

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What people say about their stay at San Mateo Campground

Synthesized from 9 review mentions across 4 aspects.

  • Criticized for

    Value for Price

    “a little pricey #145 no electric”

    3 mentions

  • Mixed signals on

    Amenities

    “NEED CASH to buy tokens for the showers! No convenience store”

    2 mentions

  • Mixed signals on

    Host & Communication

    “Employee ignored me, drove by when asked about firewood”

    2 mentions

  • Criticized for

    Bathroom

    “worst bathrooms in my 2 weeks trip”

    2 mentions

Recent reviews

current resident · ★★★★★ · 05/04/2026 22:59:36 · outscraper-reviews

Always come here for Thanksgiving. Wish Jose would bring me donuts.

Vickie Mayer-Davis · ★★★★ · 04/20/2026 02:09:33 · outscraper-reviews

Very nice campground, a little pricey #145 no electric, close to restrooms (no hand soap). Phone service spotty or none, diff to make calls or look up directions. NEED CASH to buy tokens for the showers! No convenience store. Employee ignored me, drove by when asked about firewood. 12 minute drive to beach or Walmart or Ralphs.

Renat · ★★ · 04/03/2026 22:56:14 · outscraper-reviews

Place was nice. But worst bathrooms in my 2 weeks trip. No soap, shower for charge, dumping station not open. Not worth the 70.-$

Chris · ★★★★ · 03/28/2026 21:36:22 · outscraper-reviews

San Mateo Campground is one of those spots that quietly overdelivers if you know what you’re getting into. It’s not oceanfront, so if you’re expecting to walk out of your tent onto the sand, that’s not the setup. But if you want a clean, well-run campground with easy access to the beach without the chaos, this place nails it. First thing, it’s organized. Campsites are clearly laid out, and you’re not stacked on top of the next group like some of the tighter beach campgrounds. There’s enough space to actually relax without feeling like you’re part of someone else’s trip. You get a mix of tents…

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Frequently asked questions

Where is San Mateo Campground located?

San Mateo Campground is located in San Clemente, California at 830 Cristianitos Rd.

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San Mateo Campground offers RV site. Specifics vary — verify the exact unit availability with the operator before booking.

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