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Musch Trail Camp — Topanga State Park

4 Reviews

Musch Trail Camp, near Topanga State Park, is a cozy spot for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. It’s a hike-in campground, which means you’ll need to lace up your boots and trek a mile from Trippet Ranch to reach your campsite, but the journey is worth it for the peace and quiet.

The camp offers a handful of sites, each equipped with picnic tables, making it a great place to enjoy meals outdoors. Visitors have noted that the facilities are clean and well-maintained, with flush toilets and a water spigot available. One camper mentioned, “Very Friendly and Very Clean,” highlighting the welcoming atmosphere you can expect here.

If you’re up for some adventure, the surrounding Topanga State Park boasts beautiful hiking trails with stunning views. Some campers have enjoyed longer hikes that connect to the Backbone Trail, allowing for a more extensive exploration of the area. Just remember, fires aren’t allowed, so plan your meals accordingly.

While it’s a bit off the beaten path, Musch Trail Camp is perfect for those seeking a simple, serene camping experience. Whether you’re a solo hiker or camping with friends, this spot offers a chance to reconnect with nature and enjoy the great outdoors.

Description

California Department of Parks and Recreation

Topanga State Park

Now Open

Located in the cliffs and canyons of the Santa Monica Mountains, Topanga State Park features 36 miles of trails through open grassland, live oaks and spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean.

The park is located entirely within the Los Angeles city limits and is considered the world’s largest wildland within the boundaries of a major city. Excellent recreational opportunities for hikers as well as mountain bikers (restricted to fire roads) and equestrians.

The park is bound on the south by Pacific Palisades and Brentwood, on the west by Topanga Canyon, and on the east by Rustic Canyon. Numerous geologic formations can be found in the park, including earthquake faults, marine fossils, volcanic intrusions, and a wide variety of sedimentary formations.

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Location

Musch Trail Camp — Topanga State Park is located in California

Coordinates

34.10304753233132 N
118.58368270901087 W

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Access

Hike-In
Backcountry sites.

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WiFi
Available
Verizon
Available
AT&T
Unknown
T-Mobile
Available

Site Types

Tent Sites
Equestrian

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For Campers

Trash
Picnic Table
Phone Service
Drinking Water
Toilets

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General Info

Drive Time

22 min from Los Angeles
48 min from Oxnard
1 hr 38 min from Bakersfield
2 hrs 12 min from Santa Maria

Leslie R.

Legend

Reviewed Sep. 27, 2023

Well maintained

Although it’s not the most scenic campground itself, the state park has plenty of beauty to offer on its hiking trails. Not a single other party at the campsite on a Tuesday in September. The facilities and grounds were well maintained. Pretty short hike from the parking lot.

Month of VisitSeptember

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Andrea A.

Traveler

Reviewed Sep. 30, 2022

Cheap and Easy

Park for $7/night at Trippet Ranch and hike one mile to the campgrounds. It’s an easy hike and very quiet. Nice views during the day. Currently closed for repairs though.

Month of VisitSeptember

Chris & Jessie C.

Scout

Reviewed Jun. 27, 2021

Beautiful

Very Friendly and Very Clean,Can see God's Creation

SiteSan Miguel

Month of VisitJune

Erik M.

Guide

Reviewed Jan. 9, 2021

Easy Backpacking Trip in Los Angeles

Musch Camp is an easy one mile hike from from the Trippet Ranch Parking Lot in Topanga State Park. If you want a longer hike you can hike up the East Topanga Fire Road and then drop down into Musch Camp on the Backbone Trail from Eagle Junction. This will add a few more miles to your hike and allow you to make a loop by hiking back to Trippet Ranch via the one mile Musch Trail.

The cost is $7 per person per night. You can pay at the Entrance Station at the Trippet Ranch Parking Lot or the Iron Ranger at the camp. If you are parking your vehicle overnight in the parking lot please leave a note on your dashboard so that the Rangers are aware that you are camping at Musch Camp.

The campground has around 6 campsites in two sections surrounded by fencing. Each site has a picnic table. FIRES ARE NOT ALLOWED. There is also a restroom with flush toilets' and sinks as well as a water spigot. There are also horse corrals across the trail from the campground. Some of the sites have shade.

There are meadows down the trail on either side of the campground. There is limited cell service at the campground.