Where to go Camping Near Los Angeles This Summer

Camping is so popular in LA that weekend reservations can fill up months in advance. For our Type A friends, we’ve compiled a list of sites that still have weekend (Friday & Saturday) nights available through the end of July (as of the time this is posted, of course!). Our Type B friends are welcome to try their luck at the area’s first come first served campgrounds.

Chino Hills State Park: Rolling M. Ranch Campground

• Chino Hills State Park brings 14,000+ acres of rolling hills, 90 miles of trails, and wide-open nature. Hike, bike, ride, or explore the Discovery Center. Closures happen after rain or during fire warnings.
• Location: 38 miles E of DTLA
• Available Dates:
  
  • May 8,15,16,22,29,30
  • June 5,6,12,13,19,20,26,27
  • July 3,4,10,11,17,18,24,25

Lake Piru: Lake Piru Recreation Area Campground

• Lake Piru Olive Grove has 200+ campsites under olive trees, plus lake access for boating and fishing. Amenities like restrooms, showers, and hookups keep it comfortable. Expect summer heat.
• Location: 54 miles NW of DTLA
• Available Dates:
  
  • May 8,9,15,16,22,23,29,30
  • June 5,6,12,13,19,20,26,27
  • July 3,4,10,11,17,18,24,25

Angeles National Forest: Pyramid Lake Los Alamos Campground

• Los Alamos Campground sits 90 minutes from LA with easy access to Pyramid Lake. Spend the day jet skiing or wakeboarding, then wind down with mountain views by the water.
• Location: 62 miles N of DTLA
• Available Dates:
  
  • May 8,9,15,16,22,23,29,30
  • June 5,6,12,13,19,20,26,27
  • July 3,4,10,11,17,18,24,25

Angeles National Forest: Table Mountain Campground

• Table Mountain Campground offers a scenic forest escape in Angeles National Forest with meadow and hillside sites. Hike, bike, or spot wildlife, then enjoy cool nights at 7,000 feet.
• Location: 82 miles NE of DTLA
• Available Dates:
  
  • May 8,9,15,16,22,23,29,30
  • June 5,6,12,13,19,20,26,27
  • July 3,4,10,11,17,18,24,25

Angeles National Forest: Mountain Oak Campground

• Mountain Oak Campground offers a shady forest escape near LA with easy access to Jackson Lake. Camp, hike, or fish, with flush toilets and bear-proof storage keeping things simple.
• Location: 70 miles NE of DTLA
• Available Dates:
  
  • May 8,9,15,16,22,29
  • June 5,6,12,13,19,20,26,27
  • July 10,11,17,18,24,25

San Bernardino National Forest: Applewhite Campground

• Located 3 miles north of Lytle Creek, this campground offers an easy escape with shaded sites and a creek just across the road. Cool off by the water or explore nearby hiking and OHV trails.
• Location: 62 miles E of DTLA
• Available:
  
  • May 8,9,15,16,29,30
  • June 5,6,12,13,19,20,26,27
  • July 3,4,10,11,17,18,24,25

San Bernardino Regional Parks: Prado Regional Park Campground

• Prado Regional Park Campground offers 75 sites with full hookups and a stocked lake for fishing and paddling. It’s a lively spot with a splash pad, playground, and plenty of outdoor activities.
• Location: 41 miles E of DTLA
• Available Dates:
  
  • May 8,9,15,16
  • June 6,19,20,26,27
  • July 3,4,10,11,17,18,24,25

O’Neill Regional Park: Arroyo North Campground

• Arroyo North offers a quieter, tucked-away camping experience in O’Neill Park with easy trail access. Spacious sites and a wooded canyon setting give it a more unplugged, nature-first feel.
• Location: 55 miles SE of DTLA
• AVailable Dates:
  
  • June 12
  • July 3,4,10,17,24,25

Malibu Creek State Park: Lower Loop Campground

• Malibu Creek Campground offers 60+ sites in a scenic canyon 25 miles from LA. Hike, spot wildlife, or explore iconic filming locations, with solid amenities to keep things comfortable.
• Location: 35 miles W of DTLA
• Available Dates for Lower Loop Campground
  
  • May 22
  • June 26
  • July 10,17,31
• Available Dates for Creek Campground
  
  • July 17,31

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