Observatory Campground
Observatory Campground is a national forest campground in California.
- Type
- National forest campground
- Location
- California
- Coordinates
- 33.34270, -116.87631
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Website
- www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233300
About Observatory Campground
Science buffs and families are drawn to Observatory Campground for its proximity to the Palomar Observatory, a world-class center of astronomy research operated by the California Institute of Technology. Just two miles from the observatory, the campground provides visitors with a unique learning experience in the great outdoors. The facility offers a variety of amenities for both tent and RV camping. Hiking, biking and picnicking can be found nearby.
Cell coverage
No coverage data for this location yet.
Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- Dump Station · 36 mi
- Water fill
- City of San Diego · 27 mi
- Propane
- Fallbrook Propane · 11 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
- Off-road routes
- 27 designated routes (35 mi) within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Observatory Campground | National forest campground | 0.2 mi | — | No hookups |
| Observatory Campground - USFS | Private campground | 0.2 mi | — | — |
| Fry Creek Campground | National forest campground | 0.3 mi | — | No hookups |
| Fry Creek Campground | Private campground | 0.6 mi | — | — |
| Doane valley camp ground | Private campground | 1.5 mi | — | — |
| Crestline Group Campground | National forest campground | 2.2 mi | — | No hookups |
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Sources. USFS and BLM recreation sites. Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.