RV rental San Marcos, CA: Motorhome rentals, camper van rentals and more

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Discover San Marcos RV rentals for memorable road trips

California is a beautiful state full of unique landscapes, with so much land that it can be hard to decide exactly where you want to visit. San Marcos is a popular place to visit in southern California. The bustling urban center of San Diego is only about 40 miles south, and there are several other small towns that also share the fertile Los Vallecitos de San Marcos (Little Valleys of Saint Mark), such as Escondida, Encinitas, and Carlsbad. The area enjoys a temperate to warm climate virtually all year and is home to several vast natural parks and preserves.

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The Great Outdoors

Renting a camper in San Marcos gives you a tremendous opportunity to check out all of the rich landscapes that San Marcos has to offer. Check out Jack's Pond Nature Center to learn and study what nature around San Marcos has to offer with beautiful scenery and activities for kids. Once you are fully educated, take your RV over to the Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve to travel the 11 miles of trails and enjoy the canyons, and valleys that make this area so amazing. Travel to the quiet Discovery Lake off the beaten trail to park your RV and drink in the atmosphere of this large lake with great walking trails for hiking or biking. The Abeja Loop trail makes for a nice moderate level hike with 2.9 miles to soak in the beauty of the region.

RV Parks

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Finding a place to park your RV isn't too much of an issue in the San Marcos area, whether you’re looking for a park with all the amenities or a campground closer to nature. In nearby Escondido, try All Seasons RV Park for access to lake sports and fishing with all the comforts of full hookups, laundry, a convenience store, and pool. Escondidos RV Resort is also a great option with gas and restaurant options close by. They take the resort part of their name to heart with nice amenities as well. If you want to get right on the beach, head to the Carlsbad State Beach or San Elijo State Beach, both part of California’s state park system. Enjoy the convenience of your RV and the parks’ amenities while losing yourself in a day of fishing, surfing, snorkeling, or just living the beach life.</span></p>

Exploring the City

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">San Marcos isn't all nature and RV parks though, there are many things to do in the city along with great restaurants to visit and try some of the local flavor. The Miniature Engineering Craftsmanship Museum is a really cool place that the kids will love as you see some incredibly detailed miniatures. Then you can really blow their mind when you take them to the Antiques Village and they see what people had to do for fun before our portable screens. For the adults, try some delicious local brews and wines, just make sure you park the RV first. Golfers will enjoy the local courses, and everyone can appreciate the beach. <a href="https://www.outdoorsy.com/rv-rental/california/san-diego-county" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Book an RV in San Marcos, California</a> and be close to whatever makes your perfect vacation.</span></p>

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Popular nearby hiking trails and campgrounds

  • Hiking TrailLocation
  • The P Trail, CASan Marcos, CA
  • Inland Rail Trail , CASan Marcos, CA
  • Double Peak Trail, CALakeview Park, CA
  • Discovery Lake and Hills Loop, CALakeview Park, CA
  • Abeja Loop Trail, CASan Marcos, CA
  • Copper Creek Falls Trail, CAEscondido, CA
  • Copper Creek Trail, CASan Marcos, CA
  • Copper Creek Loop, CASan Marcos, CA
  • Way Up Trail to Harmony Grove Overlook, CAElfin Forest Recreational Reserve, CA
  • Lake Hodges Overlook Trail, CAElfin Forest Recreational Reserve, CA

Recent RV rental reviews in San Marcos

Shelley H.

August, 2025

We had a fantastic time renting Monika’s camper van! Everything worked smoothly and worked great for our 13 day rental. We covered 2300 miles all over California, including narrow winding roads. Monika was a perfect host and explained all the van’s features so that we felt well prepared for our journey. We’d definitely rent it again!!
Luis R.

August, 2025

Dwayne helped make our first family vacation a dream come true! The RV was better than expected and a breeze to drive. Will 100% be looking forward to renting this RV again in the future.
Krasimir G.

August, 2025

We had a great experience. The trailer was in amazing shape, and the host was very welcoming and helpful. Highly recommended! If you like the outdoors and overlending, you won’t regret it!!! Thank you Jerry!

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