Cibbets Flat Campground
Open for camping on a first-come, first-served basis. An Adventure Pass is required in addition to the nightly fee. Campfire and fire ring use may be subject to seasonal restrictions based on fire conditions. A forest order limits camping in developed campgrounds to 14 consecutive days per calendar year.
National Forest System Roads
Follow California Vehicle Code on National Forest System Roads
Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
Elevated Fire Use Restrictions
Campfire, charcoal fire restrictions. Smoking area restrictions. Welding, or operating an acetylene or other torch with open flame as well as discharging a firearm, air rifle, or gas gun restrictions.
About
Cibbets Flat Campground sits in the high-elevation Laguna Mountain Recreation Area of Cleveland National Forest, providing cooler temperatures and dense forest cover compared to San Diego's coastal climate. The campground features 24 sites available on a first-come, first-served basis, making it a solid option for spontaneous camping trips when nearby reservable campgrounds are full. Each site includes a fire ring and picnic table, with potable water spigots and vault toilets serving the campground. The area offers access to day hiking trails and is popular with campers seeking a rustic experience without driving too far from San Diego. An Adventure Pass is required in addition to the nightly camping fee. The campground accommodates tents, small RVs, and trailers up to 27 feet in length. Sites are shaded by oaks and pines, providing a pleasant mountain atmosphere. A camp host is typically on-site during the main season.
Directions
From San Diego, take I-8 east approximately 45 miles to the Sunrise Highway exit. Head north on Sunrise Highway (County Road S1) and continue into the Laguna Mountain Recreation Area. Turn left onto Fred Canyon Road and follow signs to Cibbets Flat Campground.
Location
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $20 - $40 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 27ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 27ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (858) 673-6180 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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