Corral Canyon Campground
Corral Canyon Campground is located within the Corral Canyon OHV Area and provides a secluded camping opportunity for those using the surrounding trails. Campsites are nestled amongst an oak grove with views of chaparral and desert for miles. Trails can be accessed from just outside of the campground, linking many to the greater OHV Area for more options. 19 sites are available.
More like this: reservable in California · pets allowed in California
Check availability on Recreation.gov ↗
Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 19 |
Site guide
19 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Shade | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 2 | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 3 | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 4 | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 5 | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 6 | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 7 | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 8 | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 9 | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 10 | Partial | No / – | 8 / 2 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 12:00 AM, checkout 12:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
- Picnic tables and fire rings at each campsite
- Vault toilets
- Trash cans
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Open |
| Season | Year Round |
| Forest | Cleveland National Forest |
| Booking | No reservations. First come, first serve. |
| Fees | Federal Recreational Lands Pass/ Adventure Pass Required: To purchase a pass for this location visit a Cleveland National Forest office, find a local Adventure Pass vendor or purchase online at https://www.recreation.gov/. (NO CASH accepted) |
| Rules | Vehicles 27 ft. max. |
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Getting there
From I-8, take exit 51, Buckman Springs Rd and head southwest, then turn right onto Morena Stokes Valley Road and drive 5.8 miles to Four Corners Staging Area. Continue straight on Morena Stokes Valley Road for another 1.4 miles to access Corral Canyon Campground on the left.
| Coordinates | 32.7114° N, 116.5725° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- Please note that there is no potable water in the campground or within the local Corral Canyon and Bear Valley area.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 13.3 mi |
| RV sales & service | Bobby Combs RV Centers - El Cajon ↗ | 21.7 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Leslie's Pool Supply ↗ | 26.4 mi |
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Worth a stop
- 6 miHorsethief Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 7.6 miBear Valley Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 14.3 miDesert View Picnic Site ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miCorral1.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.1 miBobcat1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, e-bike
- 0.1 miTombstone0.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle
- 0.1 miBronco Peak Connector0.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 3 more
- 0.2 miSpur Meadow3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, e-bike
- 0.3 miBronco Peak Loop Bunder 0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 1.2 miFour Corners Trailhead ↗Cleveland National Forest
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Cleveland National Forest.
- inCleveland National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 561,887 acres
- 0.5 miHauser Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 6,919 acres
- 2.3 miPine Creek Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 13,260 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- US Inspection Station–TecateBuilding · Tecate · 9.8 mi
Natural features
The campground sits at an elevation of 3,400 ft. with oak and manzanita trees providing shade. The surrounding mountains are dotted with sagebrush, and wildflowers add color to the landscape in spring and early summer. The area is home to many species of local and migratory birds, deer, mountain lions, bobcats and coyotes.
Recreation
Off Highway Vehicles, Camping, Picnicking, Hiking, Hunting, Bird Watching, Mountain Biking.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Corral Canyon Campground?
Sites at Corral Canyon Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. No reservations. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Corral Canyon Campground?
Federal Recreational Lands Pass/ Adventure Pass Required: To purchase a pass for this location visit a Cleveland National Forest office, find a local Adventure Pass vendor or purchase online at https://www.recreation.gov/. (NO CASH accepted)
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Corral Canyon Campground?
Check-in 12:00 AM, checkout 12:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Corral Canyon Campground open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026. Season Year Round.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Corral Canyon Campground have?
19 sites, including 19 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Corral Canyon Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Corral Canyon Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Corral Canyon Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. Vehicles 27 ft.
Source: Recreation.gov
What if Corral Canyon Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Bobcat Meadow Campground (0.9 mi), Boulder Oaks Eqst (5.4 mi), and Cibbets Flat Campground (8.6 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby