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San Mateo Campground

3030 Del Presidente, San Clemente, CA 92672
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3.5 of 5 stars 13 Reviews
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Leslie W
Chula Vista, California
1 review
3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 August 2011
3
people found this review helpful

Stayed here in mid-August and really enjoyed it. Better than the San Clemente campground, which is technically closer to the water but not a surfable beach. San Mateo had larger campsites with trees for privacy and shade in between sites. Closest drive to San Onofre State Beach for surfing, and the $30 you paid for a campsite waives the $15... More

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shneebop
laguna niguel
1 review
1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 June 2011
1
person found this review helpful

We love this camp ground. Third time coming here.. love it love it.. This time.. squirrels chewed my hubby's engine wires. A cost we can't afford.. Be careful! Otherwise, enjoy the site. More

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HisMineAndOurs14
California
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5 reviews
2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 July 2010
2
people found this review helpful

My family of nine spent two days at space # 151. Very large site compared to most. The bathrooms were nice and clean. Lots of large bushes everywhere. Our neighbors on either side had loud music at night and a generator running most of the day that were very annoying. We slept peacefully, though, once the music was turned off.... More

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CASUNLOVER_7
Escondido,CA
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18 reviews
17 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 July 2010
4
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My best friend and I took our families camping at this campground based on the great reviews and the location to the beach. The campground was very nice, it was clean. The restrooms were cleaned daily and we always had a hot shower. We got lucky with our site and had a decent sized site. Be careful when you choose... More

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meaw_chick
Long Beach, California
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11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 June 2010
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My boyfriend and I camped out at San Mateo campground last weekend. We were lucky since our camp spot was big and right next to restroom/ shower. The campground were full at the time we were there. It was clean and organized. It was a great experience for me. The campsite has indoor hot shower, love it. You will need... More

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suziepugs
Montclair, California
1 review
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2010
2
people found this review helpful

My daughter and I have been camping here for quite a few years when My granddaughters were small I brought them camping here we started out in a tent. we camped like that for about 5 years then we purchased an Rv so now we camp with the hook ups. We just got back for our 2nd time this summer... More

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IEcamper
Lake Elsinore, Ca
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5 reviews
1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 June 2009
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person found this review helpful

Only draw back is the freeway noise at night, not much fun when you're in a tent. Restrooms cleanliness is beyond expectation, hot showers are great, take at least $5 in quarters for showers, .25 gives a 2.5 minute shower, TP is provided. Fire pit and picnic tables are provided, the Camp Hosts at the time were great, thanks Loyd.... More

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CindyC1
Southern California
2 reviews
3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 August 2008
3
people found this review helpful

I just camped out at San Mateo Campground Aug 18th to 20th ‘08. I took all the neighborhood kids, many of them are on the High School Surf Team and we all loved every minute of it. We had to reserve two different spots #122 and #103 both nice and we couldn’t see our neighbors due to the dense bushes... More

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Niners007
Huntington Beach
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4 reviews
7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 March 2008
2
people found this review helpful

My family and I were looking for a quick get away near Orange County and we found it. I must admit I was concerned when I read several bad reviews ranging from too much noise to stolen articles. San Mateo is located off the 5fwy and Exit Cristianitos. Camp Pendleton Marines actually own the property but camping is open to... More

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npwpmom
Newbury Park
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17 reviews
9 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2007
3
people found this review helpful

We have stayed at the San Mateo Campground in the past and it has been fine. This time we were disappointed to discover that there is no one there to check anyone in during the evening hours. We arrived around 7:00 p.m. both nights this past week. Although we booked our reservations through the website and had our confirmation numbers... More

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