Bonita Ranch Campground

Category: Campground in Lytle Creek, California

Address: 900 S Fork Rd, Lytle Creek, CA 92358, USA

Phone: +19098873643

Reviews

Natalie Vergara

Jul 24, 2022

Drove up to check it out. Signs says stop at office but they're not in there. Drove thru but saw no tent camping. On the way out stopped at the office again, greeted(if you could call it that) by an extremely rude man. Asked him about tent camping and was told they're full and he tried to shut the door on me before I could even answer. If you don't like you're job quit, don't take it out on the potential customer. You couldn't pay me to go back

Jungwoo Lee

Jul 6, 2022

Location 5/5 Wilderness 2/5 Lot size 3/5 Quite time 1/5 Shower 3/5 Service 4/5 Water/Power Yes-Hot/Yes Location is great. It took only about an hour from the OC. Site located next to the Lytle Creek so you can walk to enjoy the water and also Bonita Fall for less than an hour hiking. Water looks clean and cold, but I saw several abandoned concrete pipes here and there. The landscape was not impressive because of visible high voltage cables and steel frame structures, but you can feel some isolation on the way going to the Fall. Hot water was available and pressure was enough. Two power connectors, one for 220v, the other for 110v, for each lots. One complaint was the noise during/over the night. The site was super loud until 1am, but not controlled by anyone. It was not just talking and giggling. They had night night club level sound system with DJs. It was cultural shock because no one complaint to them, but they seemed enjoying the music together. A few hour later, the other continued the noise by playing their music. They seemed to compete each other to prove who has better speaker system. Service was great and very responsive, but they seems not want to bother any visitor. If you want your own concert for day and night, this place is yours.

Albert Martin

Jun 24, 2022

This was my first time here and I really enjoyed it. Stayed for 2 nights. Reserved online then paid the balance when I arrived. The space I had selected was kinda small for my 36ft motorhome so the manager selected a different space for me and even helped guide me into parking it. It was quite and peaceful and right next to the Lytle Creek river/wash area which was great for hiking and exploring in. Water and electrical connections 30 amp so I could run one air conditioner at a time plus the fridge and satellite tv. Ground squirrels were fun to watch but they are very smart. I left a can of peanuts with the plastic lid on the picnic table and they were able to jump up and actually opened the lid and got into them! Overall I had a great time! Thanks to the manager for everything!

Emma Melchor

Apr 1, 2022

We absolutely love it here. The campsite personnel is very respectful. There's restrooms, showers, electricity, water and a septic dump site. Cleaned Daily. Very highly recommend this campsite.

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Questions & Answers

Is it safe to sleep in a tent? No bears? Bobcat? Wolves? Hobos?

matias ortiz | Aug 28, 2019
James Ladely | Aug 28, 2019

Yes we loved tent camping and hiking there

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Do they offer long term stays with full hook ups? If so how much?

ashley Osborne | Aug 27, 2020
Kevin Gray | Aug 27, 2021

They do on a weekly and monthly basis. Weekly runs about $270 but monthly is only $725 IF they have a spot available. Includes electricity, on-site waste dump area and refuse service by way of shared dumpster much like you'd find at an apartment complex.

Where is the waterfall? Is there water right now? Is it a good place to swim?

DJ Hernandez | Aug 28, 2019
rosalba terreros | Aug 28, 2019

It's like a like a mile and a half round trip, yes there is water in the fall.

Nice ranch was our favorite place to camp, we have recommended it a lot, we have organized several camps for our Church Community, but this week, the Internet reservation has not worked, we decided to go personally

Ruben Loza | Aug 27, 2020
Elizabeth V M | Aug 27, 2020

Sometimes you cannot enter the website because it is due.

How much for 1 night

Ivan Valderrama | Aug 28, 2018
J Batafucoo | Aug 28, 2018

Tent camping -$25 per night for 2 people $2.00 more for each additional person with maximum of 6 people per site Rv/Trailer camping - $30 per night and same as above for additional people all sites have water & electricity and there are 2 dump stations

Are they open to family gatherings?

JuneAnne Mitchell | Aug 27, 2021
Olivia Hughes | Aug 27, 2021

yes. we are.

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I booked an RV reservation for my trailer next week. Can I also put a tent on the same site as my trailer?

Chris Sandoval | Aug 27, 2020
SENIO HARRIS | Aug 27, 2020

Yes you can...

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Do you need an RV to camp here planning to visit but it will be my first time camping

Claudia Rodriguez | Aug 27, 2020
Shannon M. | Aug 27, 2020

Some sites are for campers only but they're marked on their website. Most are open to tent campers though. We tent camped recently and loved it there. Have fun!

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Do you have to pay for the dogs ?

Sandy Hernandez | Aug 28, 2019
Agustin Ramos | Aug 28, 2019

Nope

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Can you swim there? Is there a lake or bay? Or something?

Ghulam Wardak | Aug 28, 2019
Reyna Renee | Aug 28, 2019

you aren’t able to swim is just a Creek where the water can reach your ankles or between your knees in some areas. water is a little cold enough to cool down and relax very nice area 👌🏼 Don’t forget good shoes to hike, hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, water and snacks.

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Is there cellphone reception there?

Ariana Cauich | Aug 28, 2018
J Batafucoo | Aug 28, 2018

The only cellphone service that works up here is Verizon you can use the office phone to make a quick call or emergency call

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Do they allow long term space rental for live in 5th wheel rvs? If so, what's the rent and is there a waiting list? Special requirements?

johnny strum | Aug 28, 2018
Jerry Stayner | Aug 28, 2018

Yes they have long term spaces. I don't know about waiting lists there might be a space or two open but im not sure. I think I pay $710 a month.

If we wanted to come visit from Apple white campsite could you walk in or park on site. Just to go visit the water fall? And what's the fee?

Carla Obando | Jun 28, 2022
john colley | Jun 28, 2022

You can walk through the Bonita Ranch Campground to access Bonita Falls but the campground does charge a fee for parking. $10-$20 I think.

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How do I make a reservation?

Aleyda Ramirez | May 29, 2022
Lidia Paredesalcantara | May 29, 2022

Tienes que entrar a su página

Can you rent a tent spot byctge month

Victor Sandoval | Nov 30, 2021
Lyndsey DeLitta | Nov 30, 2021

Only can book 6 days at a time on the site but Joe is really friendly and may do it all at once.

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Is there a full hook up: water, electricity & sewer?

Annette Williams | Nov 30, 2021
Mark De Marti | Nov 30, 2021

I think they only have water and electric, they have 2 dump stations on site

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I hear that is a fire close to the camp ground did any body knows if still open? I try to call but nobody answered

Jose Medina | Aug 27, 2021
carlos Rodas | Oct 1, 2021

Hello please sorry for latte answer. I made my reservation on-line and the day we were in bonita ranch wasn't fire. I don't think so they respond your phone call but can you check on-line the info about water conditions and restrictions...

Hello anyone know if spaces 92 or 83 have shade? In the photo it seems not. Thanks.

Cecilia Robertti | Aug 27, 2021
Karen Packard | Aug 27, 2021

There's trees everywhere. The shade will depend on where the sun is

Do they sell membership and if tf they do houw much

blanca perez | Aug 27, 2021
Princess Sarah | Aug 27, 2021

We drove in. Found site host. Needed a tent site everywhere was full. 15 min later we had a site with portable fire pit delivered for $5 with wood $3 and had showers. Very clean. Quiet. Great 25 min hike to a beautiful waterfall. Loved it! Not too much for my PAD or dads arthritus knees or our 10 yr old. Nice trip

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Do they allow quads?

Enrique Hernandez | Aug 27, 2021
Lisa Delgado | Aug 27, 2021

No, I don't think they allow quads.

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Is there fire restrictions still?

Justin Ingles | Aug 27, 2021
Bonita Ranch Campground | Aug 27, 2021

No restrictions at the moment unless winds start up then you will be asked to put the fire out. Propane fire pits are good year round. All fires must be up off the ground and in a contained fire pit.

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Is there long term spaces?

Cassandra Ruiz | Aug 27, 2021
Kathy Flores | Aug 27, 2021

Yes there is.

It states for 2 people. Does that include children?

Rose Mary | Aug 27, 2021
Chris Sandoval | Aug 27, 2021

Children are additional, but they aren't too strict about it. You'll be fine.

How much are showers?

Kayla Nirvana | Aug 27, 2020
Vera Pedraza | Aug 27, 2020

Free,might just wanna bring shower shoes. And t.p

How is the phone service there and internet?

kim smith | Aug 27, 2020
Brittnie W | Aug 27, 2020

Horrible. Only verizon company works up there.

Can you park a simple flat trailer here over night? We are planning to tow in an off-road vehicle for the trail but need a space to store the trailer while we camp at Lytle creek for the night.

Andrew Castillo | Aug 27, 2020
Alfred Alcantara | Aug 27, 2020

If you talk with the manager i think will say yes..

What kind of water faucet does it have? Does a regular water hose fit or do you need an adapter?

Jairo Lopez | Aug 27, 2020
Kathy Flores | Aug 27, 2020

Regular hose is fine

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Are there cabins and how much are they

April Santellan | Aug 27, 2020
Lisa Dorfman | Aug 27, 2020

Campsite 85 is nice it's larger than the others

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I want to book an RV site however, haven't rented the RV just yet. If we end up not getting an RV can we still camp at that site?

ESTHER Clardy | Aug 27, 2020
Shannon M. | Aug 27, 2020

Make sure the site isn't labeled as for campers only. There are a few that don't allow tents there.

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Do they allow direct tv dishes on a pedestal by the rv to watch tv?

Billababe 515 | Aug 27, 2020
Christopher Miers | Aug 27, 2020

Yes they do. Plenty of people have them there.

What time can you set up camp

Ruben Lara | Aug 27, 2020
Nana Deven | Aug 27, 2021

How the weather like. For like a week

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is this location currently open 6/4? and do we need to have a camper or can we just tent camp?

salazar fam | Aug 27, 2020
Alfred Alcantara | Aug 27, 2020

Its open and you can have a camper or just a tent

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Are they open this weekend

Nart Wege | Aug 27, 2020
Shannon M. | Aug 27, 2020

Yes

What time do they close or what time can you go in the park

Mario | Aug 27, 2020
Bonita Ranch Campground | Aug 27, 2020

Hi if you have a reservation to camp our check-in time is at 1 pm so that means you can check in any time from 1 pm -1 am. if needed. if you are coming to hike Bonita Falls and pay $5.00 to park in our campground we are open from 7 am - 10 pm and if someone is not in the office there is a drop slot by the office door where you can put the $5.00 for the hike and then you go to the left and go straight back and park next to the tan storage container park to the right of the storage container and that will be the start of the trail going to the waterfall you go along the fence line until it ends then crossover to the mountain then go up its about a 40 min hike

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Can u bring golf carts to the park

Carpnenters Xnine5oneX | Aug 27, 2020
Bonita Ranch Campground | Aug 27, 2020

No golf carts are allowed on our campground without permission from the manager or owner of the campground

Are there monthly rates?

Jessica Dean | Aug 27, 2020
monica nix | Aug 27, 2020

Yes

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Is there Mountain lions?

DJ Hernandez | Aug 28, 2019
mike gamble | Aug 28, 2019

Yes but only 1 sighting this year so far

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Are dogs allowed? Are dogs charged also? Is it dog friendly?

DJ Hernandez | Aug 28, 2019
Moises Armendariz | Aug 28, 2019

Yes the dog are allowed but I don't know if you need pay.

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When I click on the button for the website it says website not found

Jamie Carbajal | Aug 28, 2019
Jamie Carbajal | Aug 28, 2019

I dont kniw I typed it in and went to the button that says website

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How far is the waterfall?

Dorothy Harmon | Aug 28, 2019
rosalba terreros | Aug 28, 2019

It's like 2 miles back and forth

The river is near

Elizabeth Mendoza | Aug 28, 2019
Jes Del Oro | Aug 28, 2019

The river is about 10 feet where you park. The waterfall is about 40 minutes away on foot

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camping today, no one is picking up phone. is there a wood-burning fire pit at sites? Can we being our own wood? the voicemail says propane fire only but the recording is old because he says labor day is full.

Merrilee Chavez | Aug 28, 2019
Valerie Hahn | Aug 28, 2019

No wood fires allowed right now. No fire pits but you can rent one here and use charcoal. The office should be opened so not sure why no one is answering. There are some empty spots if you want to just come up.

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How many people is allowed to one site does any doby know

Senon Parra | Aug 28, 2019
J Batafucoo | Aug 28, 2019

6 people maximum per site. The price includes 2 people any person after the 2 is $2 more per person

Is there any fishing spots?

Merylou Hernandez | Aug 28, 2019
Joey Lastoskie | Aug 28, 2019

Yes up the road at Mountain Lakes

Does this offer long term RV/tiny house parking?

Serenity Rose | Aug 28, 2018
Charleen Fera | Aug 28, 2018

They do offer residence with rv.

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can you have a fire pit to make smores for the kids?

Christina Torres | Aug 28, 2018
Sheryl silver | Aug 28, 2018

Yes. Unless it is windy

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How do you find out what the length the campsites are for a travel trailer? They are not very specific with information?

Lali Pinuelas | Aug 28, 2018
Ryan Shay | Aug 28, 2019

I have a travel trailer 26.5 ft in length and have plenty of extra space no matter what site I'm in, good spacious sites if you don't mind not being In The full hookups area. The full hookups area has some pretty good sized sites as well , there's some big motorhomes and with wheels there.

How do you do RV reservation

Luci Brewer | Aug 28, 2018
K D Hess | Aug 28, 2018

Call or email

Can you bring ATV's

susan nelson | Aug 28, 2018
J Batafucoo | Aug 28, 2018

No,Not to ride in the campground. And there is not really nowhere to ride them close by

What is the elevation at your park?

Aubrey Neish | Aug 28, 2018
K D Hess | Aug 28, 2018

3100'

Hello do you have to camp in a RV or can u camp in a tent there as well if so what's the requirements n costs

Marquis Busby | Aug 28, 2018
Karl Dieckman | Aug 28, 2018

They have tent spots. I dont know the cost.

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