Wooded Hill Group
Wooded Hill Group Campground is a great mountain getaway for groups of up to 110 people to take a retreat from the city. Just one hour east of San Diego, California, the campground offers cooler temperatures, unique natural areas and an extensive trail system. The facility is a perfect place for groups to gather and enjoy the outdoors from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
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Site mix
| group rv area nonelectric | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
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| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WH1 | Pull-through | 45 | Gravel | Partial | 110 / 30 | Yes | Prime |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 45 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
Groups will find one large campsite with parking spurs for trailers or RVs (maximum spur length varies from 20-40 ft.). There are no RV hookups. The facility is equipped with picnic tables, vault toilets and a large fire circle.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Season | Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day Weekend |
| Forest | Cleveland National Forest |
| Booking | This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or www.recreation.gov |
| Fees | Make reservations at least 3 days in advance. A reservation charge is added to the price of the site. $110/Night |
| Rules | Vehicles 40 ft. max. |
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Getting there
Located 50 miles east of San Diego, California. Take I-8 to the Sunrise Highway exit. Go approximately 8.1 miles and turn west onto Wooded Hill Road.
| Nearest town | Alpine, California |
| Coordinates | 32.8512° N, 116.4332° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 9.3 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Borrego Outfitters ↗ | 28.1 mi |
| RV sales & service | Bobby Combs RV Centers - El Cajon ↗ | 29.1 mi |
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Explore
Worth a stop
Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail, Wooded Hill Nature Trail, Aqua Dulce Trailhead, Big Laguna Trail System, SDSU Obervatory & Star Party Trail
- 0.2 miAgua Dulce Equestrian Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 0.7 miRed-Tailed Roost Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 1.7 miDesert View Picnic Site ↗Day use
- 5.8 miPioneer Mail Picnic Site ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- under 0.1 miWooded Hill - Agua Dulce0.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.1 miWooded Hill Nature Trail1.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.6 miGatos Spur1.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.8 miChico-Gatos Connector0.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1 miChico Spur1.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.1 miPacific Crest Trail-Boulder ↗13.9 mi trail · hiking, horse · national_scenic_or_historic
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.2 miAgua Dulce Equestrian Trailhead ↗Cleveland National Forest
- 0.7 miRed-tailed Roost Trailhead ↗Cleveland National Forest
- 1.7 miMeadows Information Kiosk 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
Cleveland National Forest begins under a tenth of a mile away, and it is the closest of these.
- under 0.1 miCleveland National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 561,887 acres
- 1.7 miSawtooth Mountains Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Bureau of Land Management · 33,772 acres
- 9.5 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.
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Natural features
The campground sits at an elevation of 6,000 ft. in the Laguna Mountains. It is forested with pines and oaks that provide plenty of shade. The area is a quiet home to many species of birds and wildlife.
Recreation
The Laguna Mountains are known for great horseback riding, mountain biking and hiking trails. Visitors can get their boots dusty on a segment of the 2,650-mile Pacific Crest Trail, which runs from Mexico to Canada or try other nearby trails such as the Wooded Hills Nature Trail. The Wooded Hills Nature Trail is accessible just west of the campground off of Sunrise Scenic byway. From the trail, visitors can ascend to the highest wooded point on Laguna Mountain, offering views of San Diego, Point Loma and the Channel Islands on a clear day. The drive along Sunrise Highway weaves through woods brimming with pine, spruce, and fir trees, offering travelers many opportunities to enjoy pristine mountain meadows and amazing vistas.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Wooded Hill Group?
Sites at Wooded Hill Group are reservable on Recreation.gov. This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or www.recreation.gov Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Wooded Hill Group?
Make reservations at least 3 days in advance. A reservation charge is added to the price of the site. $110/Night
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Wooded Hill Group?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Wooded Hill Group open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day Weekend.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Wooded Hill Group have?
1 site, including 1 group rv area nonelectric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Wooded Hill Group?
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Wooded Hill Group?
Yes, pets are allowed at Wooded Hill Group. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Wooded Hill Group?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. Vehicles 40 ft.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Wooded Hill Group?
FCC coverage maps show AT&T 4G LTE and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Wooded Hill Group?
The Laguna Mountains are known for great horseback riding, mountain biking and hiking trails. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Wooded Hill Group?
Alpine, California. Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail, Wooded Hill Nature Trail, Aqua Dulce Trailhead, Big Laguna Trail System, SDSU Obervatory & Star Party Trail
Source: Getting there
What if Wooded Hill Group is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Burnt Rancheria (1.2 mi), Horse Heaven Group (2.5 mi), and Laguna (2.6 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby