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    DeAnza Springs Resort

    3.6 (63 reviews)
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    Kelly M.

    Really enjoyed the resort. The people were friendly, there were lots of hiking trails and an awesome hot tub. Bartender was kind and good breakfast. I stayed in one of the motel rooms. It was advertised as having a queen bed but actually had a full. So unfortunately me and my partner didn't get much sleep as a queen is as small as we could do while being comfortable. Also the walls are extremely thin. Next time I think I'll just get a tent spot or maybe one of the rvs that you can stay in.

    I've stayed here before and had a decent experience, so I decided to return for another weekend trip with my family. Unfortunately, the morning of May 31, 2025, completely ruined it -- so much so that I cut our trip short and checked out early. That morning, the woman working on staff made me feel incredibly unwelcome. Her attitude was confrontational, and she seemed to be looking for reasons to single me out. I was with my children and two small dogs (one of which is a service animal), and was doing my best to be respectful and follow the rules. While waiting outside the pool area in the lounge section (as dogs aren't allowed in the gated pool area), I let my dogs relieve themselves, then walked to my car to grab doggie bags. As I was cleaning up, the employee came over and accused me of not picking up after my dogs -- even though I was clearly in the process of doing so. I calmly explained what was happening, but she continued to speak to me in a rude and aggressive way. Soon after, one of my dogs sniffed her as she passed, and she suddenly exclaimed, "Your dog just bit me!" I was right there -- my dog did not bite her, just sniffed her as dogs do. It felt like an overreaction meant to escalate things further. She walked away, then returned yet again to tell me my dogs had to be on leashes. I explained that I was holding both of them in my lap and that they weren't roaming freely -- which is entirely within the rules. She then asked if I even had leashes, which felt unnecessarily accusatory. She also tried to say my dogs weren't allowed in the pool area -- again, they weren't in the pool area. We were sitting clearly outside of it. I had followed all posted rules, yet still found myself being constantly confronted and made to feel like I didn't belong there. Between the false accusations and the overall hostile tone, it became too much. I packed up and left by 9:30 AM that same morning. If you're hoping for a peaceful, pet-friendly stay where you're treated with basic respect, this may not be the place for you.

    No Pool-Again.
    Gerry B.

    I started going here in 2011. This was my favorite place to camp, hike and enjoy the peace and serenity that "was" De Anza Springs. New owners started out by cleaning the place up and updating some amenities BUT now they have gone clothing optional-no AANR membership. There are frequent multi day raves. I knew many of the full time members/residents and the whole area had a sense of community. When I went there a few days ago and asked about my membership renewal, I was told "there is no more membership, everyone pays the new rates." And those are pretty pricey new rates. Dry camping (a spot on the ground) $63.00 a night up from $12.00 for members. Full hookups START at $71,00 per night up from $17.00 for members (maybe they just got the numbers backwards?) Now they are one of the more expensive campgrounds. You do not get anything extra for the premium prices they charge and they still can not seem to maintain the pools and spa. When I was there a few days ago, the 2 pools and spa were closed. That was the last time I will go there. If you like raves and don't care for nature but enjoy no sleep, crowds, LOUD electronic dance music, flashing lights, spending money and dust, then bring your mum or dads fat wallet down to De Anza Springs Ravesort (#Ravesort-that's mine) and party on!!!!!

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    Michael S.

    Love this resort, and I've been to DeAnza many times over the past several years, but the recent ownership change and 'clothing optional' policy also changed the vibe. There's a new crowd showing up for the frequent music festivals and they are not nudists. There's no problem, and they have full access to all the facilities, but it's just a a bit strange seeing so many young, clothed people at DeAnza. The established residents don't particularly like it, but it's ok with us. I see recent reviews describing illicit and bad behavior by this new influx of younger, festival attendees. This concerns me, although I did not see any of it happening during the two recent weekends I was there (Memorial weekend and the Heartbeat Retreat Music Festival; and I cannot comment about YouTopia, when supposedly there were 1000 people on the grounds June 7-11). Mostly, everyone (the 20-35-ish crowd) at the Festival were pleasant and fun, although I did hear music playing late into the night in one camp, by a few inconsiderate kids. The organizers sponsored a pool party on the final day, and that was an interesting mix of mature nudists and younger clothed party-goers, that was a lot of fun. The DJ/music was great, and I didn't mind sharing the pool area (we dressed-up and wore skimpy bathing suits, just for something different and fun, see pics). Some of the facilities were recently upgraded by the new owners (mostly in the The Colony festival area), and that's great, but the other areas are the same as recent years...still well-kept, clean and comfortable. Good. Note: The restaurant is only open in the weekends, but it's great food, and the proprietor is outstanding. There's still/always great hiking trails in all directions, no clothing required, and that's still a big plus with us. We love hiking naked in the wilderness. If the new 20-30-ish 'party' crowd is respectful of the long-time DeAnza residents, nudists and resort guests, then it'll still be an enjoyable place to visit, camp and relax in the sun by the pool. We had a good time at the music festival and pool party, and plan on attending a future event.

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    friendly people, great hiking, 2 pools, restaurant and large bar with karaoke and pool, and a great bartender!

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    No longer a nude resort, use to allow it and use to be Awesome quite well kept and beautiful place with friendly staff and people.

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    Visited this resort & was very impressed. Go see the beautiful girl Judith at the office. WOW

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    Ask the Community - DeAnza Springs Resort

    Family friendly? I have a 11 yo son and 13 yo daughter and her friend, can I take them?

    You can bring your children but non-related minors would need to be accompanied by their parent or guardian. Double check with management but that is standard policy at clothing optional resorts. Your first time visit is free.

    I'm planning to hike to the Goat Canyon Trestle Bridge. The trail head is by DeAnza Springs Resort, correct? For hotel, it would be convenience for me to stay at this resort? I heard the Resort staff even give a map of the Trestle Bridge Hike.

    Yes and yes. The office provides detailed maps and verbal directions for any and all trails. The trail head is in the northwestern corner of the resort. Many options for overnight accommodations as well.

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    hiking trails, fitness room, clubhouse, indoor and outdoor pool, jacuzzi, cafe, bar, plenty of shaded areas.

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    The Oaks at Sacred Rocks - Wild turkey and chick at the tent area.

    The Oaks at Sacred Rocks

    3.1(37 reviews)
    9.6 mi

    I'm hesitant to post a review because then this little gem will get busier. On our first foray into…read moretrailer life we were on our way to San Diego and called for a last minute reservation around 8pm on Saturday night. Ray answered immediately and said that one of his staff would meet us at the gate. Nina was wonderful and helped us get into the place and showed us a great spot to hookup. We were able to get in and get settled without worrying about checking in. In the morning, we took a walk and saw wild turkeys and jackrabbits running around. We were able to hike around the area and enjoy the beautiful views. The location is very quiet and well maintained. There is a pool available to those who stay there as well as horseshoes and frisbee golf. Ray found us the next morning and made sure all was well. It is an amazing place and a really beautiful setting. Do yourself a favor and stay here, you'll be glad you did.

    This campground would not allow me to have my sister and husband in the park for the day. They said…read morepark was full and it would tax their sewer system. They have nothing posted saying you cannot bring a guest. It was just my husband and I staying at campsite. They drove up from El Cajon and were turned away even though I went up and vouched for them. Management hasn't got a clue as we were with a group that had total of 9 trailers. They are going to lose our future business. They were so worried about other people in the campsite they didn't think about us as a paying customer or our satisfaction. Also We reserved our campsite months ago and didn't even get the campsite that they initially gave us. They gave us a different one and it had no fire ring or table...Disappointed camper!!!

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    The Oaks at Sacred Rocks - Mountain cottage available for luxury stay

    Mountain cottage available for luxury stay

    The Oaks at Sacred Rocks - The tent area.

    The tent area.

    The Oaks at Sacred Rocks - Love the Koi pond. A nice touch and relaxing to sit and watch the fish.

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    Love the Koi pond. A nice touch and relaxing to sit and watch the fish.

    Sunbeam Lake Rv Resort - Blue Angels right overhead

    Sunbeam Lake Rv Resort

    3.9(12 reviews)
    30.2 mi

    We had a great time here at Sunbeam. The staff was extremely helpful and friendly. The pool and…read morejacuzzi were both perfect temperature and the surrounding facilities were very clean. We were there to go to the yearly airshow at NAF El Centro but it was so nice at the RV resort we just set up our chairs and picnic on the grass by the lake and watched the Blue Angels from there. This may be a yearly stop or more for us !!

    We stopped by to check out Sunbeam Lake RV Park. We thought we may be interested in staying here…read more It looks great on their website so we drove over to see. We thought for sure it would be a place we would like to be. The entrance is gated so we had to call the office to enter. We went to the office where they gave us a pass for our car. We saw the large pool, the nice exercise room, laundry and clubhouse. There were kids in the pool splashing and playing. There is Sunbeam Lake that goes past the office and some of the sites. The lake seems more than a pond as it isn't far across but it is long and runs to the road-where it is public. They say jet skis and boats are allowed-but no swimming. There are no lake sites or lagoon sites for RVs or park models unless someone sells theirs. We drove to see the various sites. The sites are gravel though not many trees. The park just seems to be missing that personal & friendly touch. Quiet is important to us after working & living out of a suitcase for the last year-so being at an adults-only park where it's quiet is very important to us. Sunbeam Lake may be nice but it didn't connect with us.

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    Sunbeam Lake Rv Resort - Very large full hookup spots

    Very large full hookup spots

    Sunbeam Lake Rv Resort - I did not get a picture of the MANY we killed in our motorhomes because we were disgusted, but beware for FLYING cockroaches!

    I did not get a picture of the MANY we killed in our motorhomes because we were disgusted, but beware for FLYING cockroaches!

    Sunbeam Lake Rv Resort - Sunbeam Lake on the other side of the fence. Not very wide.

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    Sunbeam Lake on the other side of the fence. Not very wide.

    Goat Canyon Trestle - Hiking frens

    Goat Canyon Trestle

    4.6(34 reviews)
    2.4 mi

    Goat Canyon Trestle is near Jacumba California. It is the world's largest all-wooden train trestle…read more It is probably one of the most adrenaline pumping difficult hikes I have ever had the pleasure of experiencing! IMPORTANT: there are two trails to the trestle. The shorter route, Mortero Palms, is a 6 mile hike that includes strenuous rock climbing, steep descents and route finding. Do not take this shorter route as it brings you to a cliff that requires rope rappelling. The longer route about 16 miles is the easier of the two, with abandoned train cars and tunnels. However it is on private property that is trespassing. In summer temperatures can exceed 100 degrees with little to no shade. I recommend bringing 3-4 gallons of water and electrolyte replacement. You also need to be aware of hidden rattlesnakes in the rocks and brush. It is suggested to have an offline gps for navigation. The shorter route requires a high profile vehicle to the trailhead and the longer route you can pay to park at the nearby nudist camp (no joke lol). The nudists charge a nominal fee to park there. It is important to research this trail and be prepared.

    IF YOU ARE NOT PREPARED I DO NOT RECOMMEND HIKING THIS 16 MILE TRAIL. Goat Canyon Trestle is very…read moredeep in the Anza Borrego desert and far from any outside help with a strenuous walk (or bike) trail being bordered by either cliffs, cholla cacti, broken wood and caved in tunnels. No shade on top of a possible TRESPASSING FINE either from parking incorrectly or getting caught walking on the rails, I do not recommend it. This is not an easy hike, but oh man it was BEAUTIFUL AND AN AMAZING EXPERIENCE. Mountain bikes can go through fairly quickly, just don't fall off the cliffs (Especially around tunnel 8). Goat Canyon Trestle is the WORLD'S LARGEST wooden trestle (basically a bridge but held up by toothpicks) and its hike in Carrizo Gorge makes it a seldom visited spot. You'll see abandoned train cars, rattlesnake nests, cholla cactus along the way, and it's a wonderful trip for the brave and adventurous. Apart from 2 bypasses, getting to Goat Canyon is pretty flat. Parking is possible before the sign, or you can enter the gated Jacumba nudist colony office for $5 (they open at 9) You'll want the following to travel to Goat Canyon: -3L of water -Alltrails offline map (you can seriously get lost before the first tunnel) -Sunscreen (apart from the tunnels and cars there's literally no shade the whole way) - pliers to remove the cholla cactus sticking in you -Start early in the day and in the spring/fall as temps aren't too bad -Steel balls and no fear of heights -walk 6/8 hours on fairly flat terrain There are some mini trestles along the way that look like the wood is severely decayed. Tunnels 5 and 8 are blocked, so follow the well worn trail with a lot of man made debris. The hikingguy.com dude probably has the best picture step by step on how to navigate the tunnel bypasses. Overall, the payoff is great. It's more of an endurance test with how long the trail runs.

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    Goat Canyon Trestle - Go in!!!

    Go in!!!

    Goat Canyon Trestle - We're still not sure why some of the trains were abandoned out on the tracks?Seems like they could have been brought to one end when closed?

    We're still not sure why some of the trains were abandoned out on the tracks?Seems like they could have been brought to one end when closed?

    Goat Canyon Trestle - Abandoned rail cars.

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    Abandoned rail cars.

    DeAnza Springs Resort - hiking - Updated August 2026

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