Within Angeles National Forest, Lightning Point Group Campground sits among forested terrain but has remained closed since the Station Fire in 2009. The US Forest Service manages this big rig-friendly site, though rough access conditions and a no-pets policy were notable features before closure. No services currently operate at the location.
Campers exploring the region can find campgrounds near Angeles National Forest as alternatives. The nearby Messenger Flats Campground - TEMPORARILY CLOSED AS OF 2023 remains open according to recent reports and sits less than a mile away through the forest.
Description
Overview
Lightning Point Group Campground is closed until further notice. Lightning Point Campground is conveniently located 25 miles southeast of Palmdale and 35 miles north of the San Fernando Valley. The campground is nestled in a forest of Jeffrey pine, scrub oaks and manzanita and can accommodate both groups and equestrian campers. Hiking on the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail is a favorite pastime for many campers. The trail, which is accessed nearby, weaves all the way from Canada to Mexico with views of six out of the seven ecozones found in North America.
Recreation
Hiking, bird watching and horseback riding are the biggest attractions for campers. Angeles National Forest boasts 557 miles of hiking and equestrian trails. All trails, excluding the Pacific Crest Trail, allow mountain biking as well.
Natural Features
At 6,100 feet elevation, the area receives average summer temperatures in the low 80s with cool nights. In Angeles National Forest, vegetation ranges from chaparral and oak at lower elevations to pine at higher altitudes. Elevation ranges from 1,200 to 10,000 feet of low canyons and tall mountain peaks.
Nearby Attractions
Hop in the car and drive along the Angeles Crest Highway, a scenic byway that meanders through oak thickets, chaparral, high desert landscapes and pine tree forests.
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There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Lightning Point Campground will be closed until further notice
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundLightning Point Group Campground is located in California
Directions
From Interstate 210 in La Canada, exit onto the Angeles Crest Highway (HWY 2) and drive northeast for approximately 10 miles to the intersection of the Angeles Crest Highway and the Angeles Forest Highway (County Road N3). Turn left (north) on to the Angeles Forest Highway and drive approximately 12 miles to the Santa Clara Divide Road at Mill Creek Summit. Turn left (west) onto the Santa Clara Divide and continue for about 11 miles to the campground.
Address
12371 N.LITTLE TUJUNGA CANYON
San fernando, CA 91342
Coordinates
34.3719444 N
118.1830556 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood Coverage
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- AT&T5GGood Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Group
Features
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 1 hr 38 min from Los Angeles, CA
- 2 hrs 11 min from Oxnard, CA
- 2 hrs 20 min from Bakersfield, CA
- 3 hrs 18 min from San Diego, CA
