Photo thanks to Mission Bay RV Resort
Mission Bay RV Resort
A full-hookup RV resort on De Anza Cove in Mission Bay, next to Campland, with bayfront sites, a heated pool and lower winter rates, 15 minutes from downtown.
San Diego, California · De Anza Cove, Mission Bay
Season
Year-round
14-night cap July 1–Sept 7
Elevation
Near sea level
Mild, ocean-cooled weather most of the year
Hookups
Full hookups
All sites; 30/50 amp; no dump station
Big rigs
Up to 45 ft
Pull-thrus in North’s O-Row; give your length
Updated October 8, 2026 · Details checked against the park’s website
Bayfront RV sites on De Anza Cove
The Mission Bay RV experience
A full-hookup RV resort on De Anza Cove in Mission Bay, next door to Campland, with a paved South section, a newer unpaved North section, a heated pool, a clubhouse and bayfront sites, about 15 minutes from downtown San Diego.
Full hookupsEvery site; 30/50 amp, water and sewer
Pull-thru sitesMost of North’s O-Row; up to 45 ft
De Anza Cove beachPublic bay beach just outside the gate
Pool & hot tubHeated; open 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
ClubhouseGames and TV, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Free Wi-FiUpgraded Wi-Fi in the North section
Cable TVSouth section sites
Restrooms & showersFor all guests
LaundryOn site
Sport courtPickleball and basketball, plus horseshoes
Two dog runsOff-leash; breed limits apply
Front office suppliesLimited RV supplies, firewood, fire-pit rental
EV chargingAt the sites; bring an adapter
Bike & walking pathsAbout 14 miles around Mission Bay
Tent sitesNorth section only; 14-night limit
Campland next doorMarina, cantina, market and more
Life at camp
What guests say
The resort report card
We don’t recycle other sites’ reviews, but the published scores are worth reading together: RVers love the bay location, the staff and the value next to Campland, and mark it down for tight sites, the dirt-lot feel of the North section and holiday noise.
How RVers rate it
Category scores from Campendium reviewers, out of 5
Field notes from RVers
Longest rig RVers report45 ft Jan 2020
Cell signal reportedVerizon 4G/5GAT&T 4GT-Mobile 4G
Last reported nightly rate$75 May 2025
As reported by Campendium and RV LIFE users. Confirm rates, site lengths and policies with the resort before you go.
Mission Bay, off I-5
Getting there
The resort sits at the end of De Anza Rd on the northeast corner of Mission Bay, about 5 minutes off I-5 and half a mile from Campland across the Mike Gotch bridge.
From downtown: I-5 north to Exit 23A (Grand Ave/Garnet Ave), Mission Bay Dr south, then N Mission Bay Dr west to De Anza RdFrom the north: I-5 south to Exit 23 (Balboa Ave/Garnet Ave), then Mission Bay Dr south to N Mission Bay Dr and De Anza Rd
EXIT 23A · I-5
Set your GPS
2727 De Anza Rd, San Diego, CA 92109
To SeaWorld*About 11 min
To Old TownAbout 8 min
To the San Diego ZooAbout 14 min
From Los AngelesAbout 2 hr
No dump station on site. Arrive with empty tanks, and ask the front office where to dump before you leave.
Near sea level. Mild, ocean-cooled weather; summer (July 1–Sept 7) nightly stays are capped at 14 nights.
*Drive times are from Google Maps and OpenStreetMap routing and are approximate. Locator map is approximate, not for navigation.
Around Mission Bay
Around Mission Bay
Pacific Beach is about 2 miles away, SeaWorld about 5 and Old Town about 6; Balboa Park and the Zoo are about 8 miles south.
Photo thanks to Visitor7 (CC BY-SA 3.0)
Belmont Park & Mission Beach
The 1925 Giant Dipper wooden coaster, rides and an arcade on the boardwalk between the ocean and Mission Bay.
Photo thanks to Christian David (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Balboa Park & the Zoo
Museums, gardens and Spanish-style landmarks around the California Tower, with the San Diego Zoo on the north side of the park.
Photo thanks to Christian David (CC BY-SA 4.0)
USS Midway Museum
Walk the hangar and flight decks of a retired aircraft carrier on the downtown waterfront. Plan a few hours and check the site for tickets.
Photo thanks to Invertzoo (CC BY-SA 3.0)
La Jolla Cove
A small cove with clear water, tide pools and sea lions on the rocks. Street parking is tight, so go early or leave the rig at camp.
More places to stay
Other parks worth a look
The three closest RV parks and campgrounds we’ve reviewed around San Diego, by drive time.
Photo thanks to Campland on the Bay
Campland on the Bay
A big, lively waterfront resort on Mission Bay with its own beach, a marina, pools and family activities.
Photo thanks to Santa Fe Park RV Resort
Santa Fe Park RV Resort
A monthly-led park in Rose Canyon near Mission Bay, with a pool and clubhouse but train and freeway noise.
Photo thanks to Sunland RV Resorts
San Diego RV Resort
A clean Sunland resort in La Mesa with long sites, a heated pool and the trolley at the gate.
Before you book
Plan your stay
Everything that decides whether Mission Bay RV Resort fits your rig, your dates and your budget, in one place.
Our take: a well-placed bayfront RV resort with full hookups at every site, a heated pool and Campland’s extras next door, for less than Campland charges. Sites are tight, the North section is unpaved with no dump station, and holiday weekends get loud, so choose your section carefully and confirm your total with tax and fees.
Nightly rates2026 rate card · checked Oct 8, 2026
South Premium (paved)$105–$182 /night
South Preferred$124–$200 /night
South Super Size$136–$224 /night
South Bay View$159–$271 /night
South Beachfront Super$203–$294 /night
North Standard (unpaved, to 39 ft)$73–$140 /night
North O-Row (mostly pull-thru)$83–$160 /night
North Large Standard (40 ft+)$94–$170 /night
North Beachfront$183–$245 /night
North tent site$52–$100 /night
The lower figure is the winter weekday rate (from the Tuesday after Labor Day), the higher one the summer weekend rate (from the Friday before Memorial Day). Add 12.75% occupancy tax, $10 a night to choose a site on stays of 1–5 nights ($50 for 6+), $10 a day per extra person and a daily pet fee. Good Sam members get 10% off and City of San Diego residents 20%, not combined.
Prices are subject to change at any time and may vary by date, season and availability. For the latest pricing, check the park’s rates page or call (858) 270-4300.
Typical July afternoon
San Diego75°
Phoenix107°
Ocean-cooled summers: 32° cooler than Phoenix in July, with marine-layer mornings.
Is it right for you?
Who it suits, what to consider, and how it compares with Campland next door.
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Site types
From $73 a night in winter; bayfront sites cost more.
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Rates & policies
Fees, pets, check-in, cancellation and stay rules.
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Before you book
Questions to ask before you reserve.
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Mission Bay RV Resort is a full-hookup RV resort on city-owned land at De Anza Cove, run by Terre Vista Management, the company behind Campland next door. In July 2025 the city extended its lease, though it can end it with two years’ notice for the planned De Anza Natural wetland restoration.
Best for
- Bay lovers: the South section has Bay View and Beachfront sites, and the De Anza Cove beach is just outside the gate.
- Value seekers: winter rates start at $73 a night, below Campland’s, and guests can use Campland’s marina, cantina and market.
- Cyclists and walkers: about 14 miles of bay paths start at the resort.
- Winter stays: extended stays of up to 89 nights are offered in the off-season.
Consider this
- Sites are tight; site quality (3.3) is Campendium’s lowest score, and reviewers call the North section a dirt lot.
- There’s no dump station on site, and no generators are allowed.
- Holiday weekends bring party noise, and public foot traffic passes through the area.
- Strict dog rules: several breeds are banned, and pets aren’t allowed on the beach, pool deck or lawns.
Summer in San Diego
Typical July afternoon
75°
San Diego
San Diego Lindbergh Field
107°
Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbor
32 degrees cooler than Phoenix, with nights near 66°. Normal July highs, 1991–2020.
Every site has full hookups with 30/50 amp. The paved South section is RV-only; the unpaved North section added 147 sites in 2023 and also takes tents. Prices vary by section, season and weekday or weekend, plus tax and fees.
North Standard & O-Row From $73/night
The most affordable RV sites: Standard sites fit rigs to 39 ft, Large Standard 40 ft and over, and most O-Row sites are pull-thrus.
South Premium & Preferred From $105/night
Paved sites in the gated South section, from $105 on winter weekdays to $200 on summer weekends.
South Super Size & Bay View From $136/night
Roomier Super Size sites and Bay View sites looking over the water, $136–$271 a night by season.
Beachfront From $183/night
Front-row sites on De Anza Cove: North Beachfront from $183 and South Beachfront Super from $203, up to $294 in summer.
NightlyFrom $73Plus 12.75% tax; summer costs more
WeeklyFrom $460Winter rate card, North Standard
MonthlyFrom $1,550Off-season only; 89-night limit
Cancellation72 hours$30 fee; later costs the first night
Check-in2 p.m.Out by 11 a.m. or noon; sources differ
Quiet hoursFrom 10 p.m.Until 7 or 8 a.m.; no generators
PetsUp to 32 on extended stays; breed bans; not on the beach
Guests4 per siteUp to 6 for a fee; visitors out by 10 p.m.
Stay limits21 days14 nights July 1–Sept 7; 3-night holiday minimum
Rig rules2000 or newerOr in excellent shape; no converted vans or buses
Checked against missionbayrvresort.com on October 8, 2026. Rates are subject to change at any time; see the website or call (858) 270-4300 for the latest rates. Cancel at least 72 hours before arrival for a refund minus a $30 fee; later than that, the first night is charged.
Good to know before you pull in
Five things that change your booking
Ask these on the phone before you reserve.
- What will my total be? Give your dates, rig length and party size and ask for the price with the 12.75% tax and fees.
- South or North? South is paved with cable TV; North is unpaved, and its hookups sit at the site entrance, so you may need a longer cord and hose.
- Is my dog allowed? Pit-bull types, Rottweilers, mastiffs, Akitas and several other breeds are banned.
- When can I stay long-term? The resort’s pages give different extended-stay windows (Sept 8–June 30 and Oct 1–May 15), so confirm your dates.
- What time is check-out? The rules say noon and the FAQ says 11 a.m.; late checkout must be arranged before 10 a.m.
Know before you go
Frequently asked questions
A few details before you hit the road.
Season: Year-round
Ready for a Mission Bay trip by RV?
Park by the bay, ride the bay paths and borrow Campland’s extras next door. Book direct with Mission Bay RV Resort for current rates and availability.
Thank you to the people behind these photos and this video. Please support them by giving their work a look. The resort photos come from Mission Bay RV Resort, with our thanks; video: Mission Bay RV Resort on YouTube. Area photos via Wikimedia Commons: Visitor7 (Giant Dipper; CC BY-SA 3.0), Christian David (Balboa Park; CC BY-SA 4.0), Christian David (USS Midway; CC BY-SA 4.0) and Invertzoo (La Jolla Cove; CC BY-SA 3.0); the images were resized. Other-park photos: Campland on the Bay, Santa Fe Park RV Resort and San Diego RV Resort. Review-site logos are trademarks of their owners.
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