INDIAN CASINO GAMBLING GUIDE
KUMEYAAY.INFO provides this free directory guide listing to all the best San Diego casinos, the largest *10 best tribal gaming casinos in San Diego County in an effort to provide more complete information, virtual tours and facts about the Indigenous tribes of San Diego County in Southern California as a public service to our internet web site visitors. Includes Indian casino addresses and travel info for GPS navigation directions, smoking policy and casinos who serve alcohol, minimum age requirements.
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Includes the top ten best Native American-owned gambling casinos and vacation resorts on Indian reservations in the greater San Diego area, including their official sites for championship golf resorts in Southern California, four- and five-star hotels and resorts, fine restaurants, famous Indian bingo games, Indian casino museums, casino contact information, press releases, statistics, loosest slot machines, legal card games, maps, concerts, entertainment shows, directions, visitor information and transportation links to busses, shuttles, group rates and discounts for Las Vegas style gambling, fine dining, casino gift shops and adult recreation on Southern California Indian reservations — active adult fun things to do in the finest San Diego casino destinations and luxurious vacation resorts and hotels in Southern California SOCAL.
LEGAL MINIMUM GAMBLING AGE in San Diego Indian casinos is either 18 or 21 years old, depending on the casino. Some local casinos will allow children in their restaurants, shops and non-gambling areas, but other casinos enforce a strict policy that guests must be at least 18 years or 21 years or older to enter the casino.
LEGAL MINIMUM DRINKING AGE to be served alcohol, the minimum drinking age in California is 21 years old. Some San Diego gambling casinos serve alcohol, some casinos do not serve alcohol.
IDENTIFICATION: You must also present proper identification documents like a valid driver's license, passport, birth certificate if you are one of the lucky California gamblers who appear younger than 18 or 21 years of age.
TAXES: Winners of more than $1,199.00 in a California casino must show a federal Social Security card with proper ID and fill out a 1099 tax form to claim the prize so the Internal Revenue Service IRS can collect taxes on the jackpot winnings.
HOW MANY INDIAN CASINOS ARE THERE IN SAN DIEGO COUNTY?
San Diego County currently has *10 Indian gambling casinos operating in Southern California. Please visit the links to the professional gaming tribes' web sites — Mission Indian Casinos, Kumeyaay Casinos, Luiseño Casinos, Diegueño Casinos — for the most current reservations and guest information about the best Native American Indian casinos and resorts in San Diego County. These top ten casinos include the best Kumeyaay casinos in Southern California.
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CASINOS OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA:
AGUA CALIENTE CASINO RESORT SPA | Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians
The Coachella Valley's premier Poker Room. Home of The Show - concerts, comedy, and much more for casual players and high rollers. Try your hand at the best Blackjack games in Southern California plus Pai Gow, Three Card Poker, Mini-Baccarat and more.
LOCATION: Palm Springs area
32250 Bob Hope Drive
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270-2704
TELEPHONE: 888.999.1995
CASINO: Thousands of slot machines, dozens of table games
ENTERTAINMENT: The Lounge, concert theater, sexy hot spot
DINNING: Restaurants
CONFERENCE & EVENT FACILITIES: Conferences; Meetings; Weddings, dramatic views of the San Jacinto Mountains. Truly spectacular.
SPA & FITNESS: Sunstone The Spa at Agua Caliente
GOLF: Indian Canyons Golf Resort; South Course is an 18-hole championship course; North Course is a par 72, 6,943 yard course
ALCOHOL: Served throughout the casino
SMOKING: Smoking and non-smoking areas available
MINIMUM AGE TO GAMBLE: Guests must be 21 to enter the casino, children may enter the casino restaurants if accompanied by an adult.
BARONA VALLEY RANCH | Barona Band of Mission Indians
The ideal place for the real player, Barona boasts the best Blackjack rules in the country with single- and double-deck games, high table limits (up to $10,000 and more), $25 video poker, and even $500 slots, chipless Blackjack. And with special player services like Club Barona (our award-winning player’s club), the Player's Lounge (our online player services area), and the Real Player's Hotline (direct access to VIP treatment), serious gamblers find all they need. Right here in San Diego. Right now at Barona Valley Ranch.
LOCATION: Barona Indian Reservation, Lakeside, CA
1932 Wildcat Canyon Road
Lakeside, CA 92040
TELEPHONE: 888.722.7662 / 619.443.2300
CASINO: 2,000 slots, 85 table games
HOTEL: 400 rooms
GOLF: 18 holes, Barona Creek Golf Club
ALCOHOL: Available only in Barona Oaks Steakhouse restaurant with meal, and hotel room service; alcohol is not served in the Barona Casino (dry casino)
SMOKING: Small nonsmoking smoke-free area in casino, smoking not permitted in casino restaurants
MINIMUM AGE TO GAMBLE: 18, children may enter the Barona restaurants with an adult until 8 pm.
CASINO PAUMA | Pauma Yuima Band of Mission Indians
Casino Pauma... the Player's Oasis! Come enjoy the country club of San Diego casinos right here in North County San Diego. Over 35,000 square feet of gaming, table games, blackjack, slots, slot machines, blackjack, Pai Gow Plus, Stud, and Roulette Cards Craps, with Las Vegas-style buffets, dining, entertainment.
LOCATION: Pauma Yuima Indian Reservation, Pauma Valley CALIF
777 Pauma Reservation Road
Pauma Valley, CA 92061
TELEPHONE: 877.687.2862 / 760.742.2177
CASINO: 1,090 slots, 16 table games
HOTEL: 400 rooms (in planning stage)
ALCOHOL: Served throughout the casino
SMOKING: No smoke-free areas
MINIMUM GAMBLING AGE: 18 years or older with proper ID to enter the casino and gamble. Children may not enter the casino or restaurants.
GOLDEN ACORN CASINO | Campo Kumeyaay Nation - Campo Band of the Kumeyaay Nation
The Golden Acorn Casino offers special friendliness as players visit the "Luckiest Place on Earth". Customers have a choice of state of the art slot machines, 13 table games and 4 poker tables. Table limits vary, but, there is always something available for everyone. Video Poker enthusiasts can chose from over 45 machines.
LOCATION: Campo Indian Reservation, Campo, CA
1800 Golden Acorn Way
Campo, CA 91906
TELEPHONE: 866.794.6244
CASINO: 750 slots, 20 table games
HOTEL: 150 rooms (in proposal stage)
ALCOHOL: Served throughout the casino
SMOKING: Small smoke free area in slot machines
MINIMUM AGE TO GAMBLE: 18 years old, children may eat in the casino restaurants if accompanied by an adult.
HARRAH'S RINCON CASINO AND RESORT | Rincon San Luiseno Band of Mission Indians, aka Rincon Nation of Luiseño Indians
Welcome to Harrah's Rincon, the premier in San Diego Entertainment and San Diego Hotel Accommodations. At Harrah's Rincon, we can help you create the perfect San Diego vacation. Whether you're looking for traditional San Diego Casino Gambling or a unique entertainment experience, you'll find it at Harrah's Rincon. When booking your next San Diego Hotel Reservations, Remember Harrah's Rincon.
LOCATION: Rincon Indian Reservation, Valley Center, California
777 Harrah's Rincon Way
Valley Center, CA 92082
TELEPHONE: 760.751.3100
CASINO: 1,600 slots, 73 table games
HOTEL: 653 rooms
ALCOHOL: Served throughout the casino
SMOKING: Small unenclosed smoke-free areas in slots and table game areas
MINIMUM AGE TO GAMBLE: 21, younger guests may eat in the restaurants with an adult.
*JAMUL CASINO | Jamul Indian Village - A Kumeyaay Nation
Lakes Entertainment, Inc. has an agreement for the development and financing of a casino resort operation with the Jamul Indian Village near San Diego. Located in what is rapidly developing into one of this country's most exciting gaming regions, the Jamul Casino boasts what may be considered the #1 location in Southern California. The casino is just off I-94 and a short 20-minute drive from downtown San Diego.
LOCATION: Jamul Indian Reservation, Jamul, CA
14191 Highway 94
Jamul, CA 91935
TELEPHONE: 619.669.4785
*CASINO: In development stage
LA POSTA CASINO | La Posta Band of Mission Indians
La Posta Casino lies on the La Posta Indian Reservation. The word "La Posta" refers to a meeting place. For centuries local people have met at the top of the hill for ceremonies and celebration. La Posta Band of Mission Indians desired to share their place with neighbors near and afar. Our casino will ensure that the top of the hill remains a meeting place for years to come.
LOCATION: La Posta Indian Reservation, Boulevard, CALIF
777 Crestwood Road
Boulevard, CA 91905
TELEPHONE: 619.824.4100
CASINO: 349 slot machines
ALCOHOL: Yes
SMOKING: Yes
MINIMUM AGE TO GAMBLE: 21, younger guests may eat in the restaurant with an adult.
MORONGO CASINO Resort Spa | Morongo Band of Mission Indians
Set at the foot of the beautiful San Gorgonio and San Jacinto Mountains, the Morongo Indian Reservation spans more than 32,000 acres and overlooks the vistas of the Banning Pass.
LOCATION: Morongo Indian Reservation, Cabazon, CA.
49500 Seminole Dr.
Cabazon, CA 92230
TELEPHONE: 800-252-4499
CASINO: 2,000 slots; 85 table games, Morongo Craps California-Style, Pai-Gow Poker, 4 Card Poker, 3 Card Poker, EZ Baccarat and Blackjack, Texas Hold’em, No Limit Texas Hold’em, Omaha and 7 Card Stud.
HOTEL: 310 deluxe rooms and suites
ALCOHOL: Served throughout the casino
SMOKING: Smoke-free areas
MINIMUM GAMBLING AGE: 18, you must be 18 years or older to gamble in the Morongo Casino with proper ID; you must 21 to rent a Morongo hotel room; children may be able to enter the Morongo Casino if accompanied by an adult.
PALA CASINO SPA AND RESORT | Pala Band of Mission Indians
Pala Casino - San Diego Resort and Spa is now AAA four diamond award winner. Find a great deal on the hotel stay and make your vacation at a beautiful Indian resort of Southern California. Pala Casino - San Diego Resort and Spa is the casino you want to visit.
LOCATION: Pala Indian Reservation, Pala, CA
35008 Pala Temecula Road
Pala, CA 92059
TELEPHONE: 877.946.7252
CASINO: 2,324 slots, 87 table games
HOTEL: 507 rooms (planning $100 million expansion)
ALCOHOL: Served throughout the casino
SMOKING: Large enclosed no smoking room for table games and slots
MINIMUM AGE TO GAMBLE: You must be 21 or older to gamble at Pala Casino, younger guests may enter the casino with an adult to eat in casino restaurants.
SANTA YSABEL RESORT AND CASINO | Iipay Nation of Santa Ysabel
Live Poker, Live Black Jack, Eagles Nest Slot Club, The Orchard Restaurant and Buffet.
LOCATION: Santa Ysabel Indian Reservation, Santa Ysabel, California
25575 Highway 79
Santa Ysabel, CA 92070
TELEPHONE: 760.787.0909
CASINO: 349 slot machines
ALCOHOL: Served throughout the casino
SMOKING: No smoke-free areas in casino, no smoking in Orchard Restaurant
MINIMUM GAMBLING AGE: 21, younger children may enter Casino restaurants with their families.
SOBOBA CASINO | Soboba Band of Luiseño Indians
Nestled in the foothills of the San Jacinto Mountains, Soboba Casino is your one-stop headquarters for California gaming and entertainment. Soboba features 2,000 slot machines, over 20 table games, two restaurants, a 12,000 seat entertainment pavilion and one huge sports lounge, including a championship golf club.
LOCATION: Soboba Indian Reservation, San Jacinto, Calif.
23333 Soboba Rd
San Jacinto, CA 92583
TELEPHONE: Toll Free 1-866-4-SOBOBA (866-476-2622)
CASINO: 2,000 Slots; Six-deck Blackjack | Double Deck Blackjack | Pai Gow Plus Poker | Three Card Poker | Four Card Poker | Ultimate Texas Hold'em | Let it Ride | Roulette | Craps; Poker 15 Tables | Texas hold 'em ($2-$4 and up, No Limit, Kill/No Kill) | Omaha | Poker Room Snack Bar | Breakfast and Dinner Specials; Indian Bingo
GOLFING: Country Club at Soboba Springs
SPORTS COMPLEX: The Oaks property consists of 480 acres, complete with hills, valleys, mountainous terrain, flat lands and hundreds of beautiful California Oaks. Our facility includes top of the line sports fields for baseball, softball, football, and many more. The Oaks at Soboba is proud to be the home for the Avengers Training Camp.
SOBOBA ENTERTAINMENT: Concerts, boxing, cage fighting
HOTEL:
ALCOHOL: Served throughout the casino
SMOKING: Large non-smoking area
MINIMUM AGE: 21, you must be 21 years or older to enter the Soboba Casino.
VALLEY VIEW CASINO | San Pasqual Band of Mission Indians
The all-new Valley View Casino currently offers over 1,750 exciting slot machines; 18 table games including single-deck blackjack, double-deck blackjack and Pai Gow poker; delicious dining options including an award-winning buffet, the Black&Blue steakhouse and lounge, BLD's 24-hour café, Scoops gourmet ice cream shop, Sweets pastry and espresso bar, and Snax, a gourmet snack bar; the Main Stage bar with live entertainment; a new Players Club, a new high limit slot area, an Elite Lounge and a non-smoking casino and bar. Plans for further growth of the casino, including a hotel, are in the development stage -- SAN DIEGO'S FAVORITE ™.
LOCATION: San Pasqual Indian Reservation, Valley Center, Calif.
16300 Nyemii Pass Road
Valley Center, CA 92082
TELEPHONE: 866.843.9946
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CASINO: 1,750 slots, 18 table games
HOTEL: In development stage
ALCOHOL: Served throughout the casino
SMOKING: Non-smoking areas in bar and casino
MINIMUM AGE: 21, you must be 21 years or older to enter the Valley View Casino.
VIEJAS CASINO | Viejas Band of Kumeyaay Indians
Viejas is the place for slot players. We have all your favorites like Wheel of Fortune ®, Megabucks, Pot O' Gold and more! New games are being added regularly so keep an eye out for our new-release announcements. Viejas Outlet Center.
LOCATION: Viejas Indian Reservation, Alpine, California
5000 Willows Road
Alpine, CA 91901
TELEPHONE: 800.847.6537
CASINO: 2,500 slots, 87 table games (additional 2,500 slots in planning stage)
HOTEL: 600 rooms (in planning stage)
ALCOHOL: Served in designated areas throughout the casino
SMOKING: Half of the casino contains smoke-free gambling areas
MINIMUM AGES: Minimum gambling age is 18 (with proper ID), younger guests may enter the Viejas Casino restaurants with their families until 8 pm. After 8 pm, no one under 18 may enter the casino, guests must legal drinking age, 21, to enter any area where alcohol is served.
ENTERTAINMENT: Viejas Entertainment; Viejas Arena
NOTE: With family entertainment venue, Viejas tribe has built a sprawling discount mall across the street of their casino — VIEJAS OUTLET CENTER — including top name brand factory stores: Polo Ralph Lauren, Nike, Vans, GAP, Guess, Zales, Pacific Sunwear (to name a few of the 60 Viejas stores). The Indian shopping center features seasonal Native American-themed shows like Power of Nightfire, Ice Princess, and Concerts in the Park live casino show entertainment, outdoor iceskating rink and a family bowling center, the VIEJAS BOWL.
SYCUAN CASINO AND RESORT | Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation
Choose your favorite gaming action: Slots, Blackjack, Pai Gow, Poker, World Poker Tournament, or Bingo. Join San Diego’s best players reward program, Club Sycuan and receive valuable benefits, including discounts and cash back rewards.
LOCATION: Sycuan Indian Reservation, El Cajon, CA
5469 Casino Way
El Cajon, CA 92019
TELEPHONE: 800.2.SYCUAN
CASINO: 2,000 slots, 90 table games
GOLF RESORT: Two 18-hole championship golf courses
HOTEL: 104 rooms
ALCOHOL: No alcohol served in casino (dry casino)
SMOKING: Large smoke-free areas for table games, slots and bingo
MINIMUM AGE: You must be 18 or over to enter the Sycuan Casino, including Sycuan theaters and restaurants.
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