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Horse Heaven Group

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USDA Forest Service
3Supported overnight records
1Published site categories
3Sites with a reported party limit
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Overview Contrary to its name, Horse Heaven Group Campground has no equestrian sites. Instead, this tent-only facility can accommodate gatherings of up to 100 people. It provides a great mountain getaway for city dwellers to relax and enjoy cool summer temperatures, hiking and other outdoor recreation, just one hour east of San Diego.Recreation The Laguna Mountain region is known for its 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 California to the State of Washington, and access other trails within a short drive. Many picnic areas are located nearby.Facilities This site offers three areas for group gatherings: Lupine Loop can accommodate 40 people and 10 vehicles; Buttercup Loop can hold 100 people and 16 vehicles; Hollyhock Loop can hold 70 people and 12 vehicles. The facility is equipped with vault toilets and drinking water. A general store is located 2.3 miles away at Mt. Laguna and Pine Valley.Natural Features The campground is nestled in the pines at an elevation of 5,600 feet within the Laguna Mountains in the southern portion of Cleveland National Forest. The area is home to many species of birds and wildlife. Contact Info This location has limited staffing. Please call (619) 354-8776 for general information. Nearby Attractions Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail, Big Laguna Trail System, Storm Canyon Overlook

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Reported fields across the 3 supported campsite records here. A reported value can still need interpretation; missing values remain unknown in the planner.

Party limit
3
Vehicle limit
3
Vehicle length
3
Driveway entry
3
Shade
3

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The campsite mix

Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric
3

Operator directions

The campground is located 50 miles east of San Diego, California. Take I-8 to Sunrise Highway exit. Go approximately 14 miles until you see the Horse Heaven Group Campground sign and turn down the campground entrance road.

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SITE / LOOPTYPEEQUIPMENT LIMITSPEOPLE / VEHICLESDRIVEWAYELECTRIC / SHADE
Site 1BUTR
BUTR
Source updated: 2025-12-05
Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric
Tent: limit unknown
Numeric screening only
100 people
16 vehicles
Back-In
Not reported
Not reported
Shade: Yes
Site 1HOLL
HOLL
Source updated: 2025-12-05
Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric
Tent: limit unknown
Numeric screening only
70 people
12 vehicles
Pull-through
Not reported
Not reported
Shade: Yes
Site 1LUPI
LUPI
Source updated: 2025-12-05
Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric
Tent: limit unknown
Numeric screening only
40 people
10 vehicles
Pull-through
Not reported
Not reported
Shade: Yes

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