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Thousand Trails Soledad Canyon welcomes pets at its extensive campground in Acton, California. Dogs must remain leashed throughout the property, with exceptions for the designated off-leash area. The resort offers full-hookup RV sites, tent camping areas, cabins, and glamping accommodations that all accept pets. Californian RV Resort, another pet-friendly option in Acton, provides clean cement pads with full hookups for campers traveling with dogs. Horse Flats Campground and Monte Cristo Campground in the nearby Angeles National Forest also allow leashed pets at their more rustic campsites. Most campgrounds in the area limit pets to 2-3 animals per site, though specific policies vary. Some campers have reported excessive dog barking at Soledad Canyon during busy periods, with inconsistent enforcement of quiet hours.
The hiking trails surrounding Acton campgrounds provide excellent exercise opportunities for dogs, with most forest service paths allowing leashed pets. When staying at Soledad Canyon, the campground's large size allows for extended walks with dogs throughout the property, though the terrain can become dusty and hot during summer months. Visitors should bring ample water for pets, as temperatures in this high desert location can fluctuate dramatically between day and night. The train that passes near Soledad Canyon may disturb noise-sensitive dogs, as multiple reviewers have noted the loud train sounds throughout the day and night. For emergencies, veterinary services can be found within a 30-minute drive in nearby Santa Clarita, while basic pet supplies are available at the small markets within some campgrounds or in Acton's limited shopping areas.
"Not a lot going on here in Acton. Surrounded my mountains, which is nice. Staff is happy and helpful."
"This is a good location to explore LA and greater LA area, 45 min to Hollywood sign. Park is a large TT resort with recently remolded lodge in 2019."
"Silver Moccasin Trail is on-site and a great hike. Notorious for bears but I didn’t see any. I camped with a bear canister and bear country precaution anyway."
"Campground We had been driving around the campground loops for more than an hour, and had just about given up, when we say the sign for overflow camping near the exit of the Chilao campground loop"
from $20 / night
Check Availability"Beautiful trails near by, next to a stream, gorgeous views, and of course that mountain air! Trees are perfect for hammocks."
"It is set back from the road a little giving you a quieter experience away from the 2. This would be a good first car camping spot for families with young children."
from $20 / night
Check Availability"Or one right next to you if you don't have one. The water does not taste too good, but it serves for washing. A bear was on our stuff the first night. I whistled and it ran away."
"It’s Close to Hidden Springs and Switzer falls, surrounding area is very beautiful. I’ll be back!"
from $12 / night
Check Availability"Nice spot if you don’t want to drive far. Fantastic views. Get there early to get a spot with shade...we arrived in the late afternoon and the only spots had zero shade. It was so hot!!"
"OKAY... seriously this one of the best campgrounds near Los Angeles. My ultimate go to spot for an overnight camping trip."
"Will stay here again and they are very pet friendly which was nice."
from $55 - $132 / night
Check Availability"Easy access to freeway small grocery and great coffee shop close."
"Gated park high on a hill; like driving the hills of SF with a trailer. Lots of pull thrus. Well kept and landscaped. Front desk helpful and friendly."
"We’ve done Crystal Lake probably 6 dozen times or more in our time in California and it never disappoints on the spectacular views."
"This is probably our favorite place to go considering we end up hear almost every other weekend year around. Camp cost and parking cost isn’t cheap but the views are great."
from $20 / night
Check Availability"This past week had record high temperatures for all of Southern California, so I can’t say how representative our experience was compared to typically late fall trips in other years."
"It's an hours drive from LA and because the campground is at elevation it stays cooler during the hot months."
from $12 / night
Check Availability"This side is on a first come first serve basis and does require you to self pay at the entrance where you find information on the board. Make sure to read everything it has lots of good information."
"Easy campground to get to and close by. First come first serve sites. Does get crowded in summer season. Went there this weekend and very few people."
from $12 - $24 / night
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ScoutClose to town but no cell signal, this place is amazing! Large camping area and I’ve never felt crowded ! Quarter showers and laundry, and a dog park! Lots of deer in the area and Great Lake to fish at! They also offer some hook ups for the rv campers
GuideFirst of all, staff was amazing. We were originally supposed to arrive on a Tuesday and we’re not able to make it. Staff shifted our reservation instead of us eating the missed night cost. Also super accommodating allowing us to extend a day longer last minute. Park is tight quarters with 200 spots. Two laundry rooms/bathrooms with showers on site, plus a cute little dog park! We stayed for three nights. Every “road” in the park is themed with California or Hollywood themed decorations and murals. We were parked right next to a Mister Roger’s mural across from the laundry/bathrooms. My only complaint in the noise level at times which is not from the park itself. Helicopters would fly over randomly, sometimes at night and it could be annoying when trying to sleep. Otherwise, absolute GEM of a place!
GuideVery relaxing in Hollywood themed RV Park. Owner is very helpful and will help you park your RV and setup. Dog park and full hookups. $90 per night.
GuideRV Park full of residence and full timers. Will accommodate one or more nights. Good place to recharge and do laundry. Everything looks mostly clean and the pool was nice too. Small dog park with real grass.
ScoutWe needed somewhere to stay for one night as we were finishing up a cross-country drive. We loved how quiet the area was. The grounds are clean and well-kept. Starlink and Verizon service both work great here. Pet-friendly and lots of dogs around while we were here. No complaints!
ScoutAnaheim RV Resort is close to Disney and is on the Anaheim Resort Transportation (ART) bus route. They have full hook up sites and room for large rigs - back-in and pull through. They are very pet friendly and even have a dog walking/feeding service (for an extra fee). There is a small pool and hot tub. The restrooms/showers and newly remodeled and very nice! Sites are all level and fairly large. We've stayed here 4 times and will be back again!
LegendA little gem hiding out in Lytle Creek! Easy access to a pretty trail right behind the campground. Very quiet and interspersed with long time stayers and temporary campers. I stayed in my van and had my cat and dog with me. Campfire wood was easily available and had its own picnic table. Beautiful scenery and we even got a dusting of snow! I stayed two nights while in town for work and it was perfect.
GuidePros: Large campsites
Clean-ish toilets
Lake within walking distance
Cons: Right near highway, noisy
Lots of flies during the day
tent sites are very flat
Last minute trip and decided to check out Lake Campground. There are 8 sites placed on this hilly area, with a vault toilet in the center of the campground. It is located right next to the highway, so it can be pretty noisy during the day as its a popular route for motorcyclists. The campground itself was fairly clean, and all the sites were very large and spaced well away from each other. The sites weren't very flat, so options to set your tent up were very limited. Some sites had some shade, others almost none. There were tons of flies, very active during the daytime, but went away during the evening. The vault toilets were the cleanest I'd seen (For vault toilets) and the staff came through the campgrounds several times a day.
Jackson Lake is a short walk from the campgrounds. It has a nice day use picnic area with coal grills, picnic benches, and four vault toilets (in pretty poor condition). The lake was pretty small and had a stagnant smell to it. Lots of people were fishing, and a few people waded into the waters. I saw people in rafts / kayaks later in the day. The area was covered in fleas so careful with pets.
RangerSprawling lush green hills? Can’t beat Chino Hills State Park.
The campground itself feels very close together and wide open compared to the space of the park. Gets loud at night if there are too many groups camping.
No cell service. Super clean bathrooms and showers.
PET OWNERS BEWARE: Our dog munched on a frog at this campsite and started foaming at the mouth. We rinsed her mouth out with water and she turned out fine, but a smaller dog or a swallowed frog and she could have died from toxicity.
Acton camping areas sit within the Angeles National Forest at elevations between 3,000-6,000 feet, creating a high desert environment with dramatic temperature fluctuations. Summer days often reach 90°F while nights can drop below 50°F even in July and August. The surrounding San Gabriel Mountains create a rugged terrain with limited cell phone coverage throughout most camping areas.
Trail access year-round: Several dog friendly campgrounds near Acton maintain hiking trails that remain accessible even during winter months. At Chilao Campground, there are "easy hiking trails all over & good trees for hanging my hammock. The campsites are very spacious and clean (bathrooms were clean too!)" according to camper Melinda M.
Boulder climbing exploration: The Horse Flats Campground area offers excellent bouldering opportunities within walking distance of camp. "Nice place to stay for climbing - there is mostly bouldering in the area, with some trad stuff. Plenty of sites!" notes Kathleen L. The climbing areas are best accessed early morning before summer heat intensifies.
Stargazing opportunities: Limited light pollution makes Angeles Forest camps ideal for night sky viewing. At Little Pine Campground, one camper described it as "Makes you feel like your on top of the world... Best place for a relaxing night of camping under the stars and next to the fire." Clear nights offer visibility of the Milky Way from many campsites.
Mountain weather breaks: The elevation provides natural cooling during hot months. At Buckhorn Campground, visitors appreciate the climate: "Beautiful campground. A little over 6000 feet up in the pine trees... Not a lot of people in this area. Great little getaway," shares Lauralyn J. The temperature differential can be 15-20 degrees cooler than Los Angeles.
Wildlife sightings: Many Acton area campgrounds offer opportunities to observe local fauna. At Crystal Lake Recreation Area, one camper reported: "ANIMALS SEEN: Black bear, deer (wandered through our site), red foxes, Stellar's Jays, woodpeckers, other birds." Wildlife is most active at dawn and dusk.
Accessibility from LA: The relative proximity to urban areas makes these campgrounds popular for quick trips. "We love to travel and camp but can't always carve out the time for a long drive out of LA. We found this gem, just 1 1/2hrs from LA and you'd never know you were anywhere near the city," said one camper about Little Pine Campground.
Water availability challenges: Many pet-friendly camping areas near Acton have limited or seasonal water access. At Monte Cristo Campground, one visitor noted: "Nice campgrounds with lots of trees and big stones, and a creek that runs thru seasonally but it was dry when I visited 4/12/21." Always bring adequate water for yourself and your pets.
Weekend noise levels: Campgrounds closer to roads experience significant weekend crowds and associated noise. "Most of the people camping there played loud music all night. Not exactly a get away from the city," reported Amy D. about Buckhorn Campground. Midweek stays offer significantly quieter experiences.
Fire restrictions: Seasonal fire bans can impact cooking plans. One Monte Cristo camper reported: "There was a fire restriction. No bonfires, no cooking on stoves and there was no water due to a leak." Check current fire status with the Angeles National Forest before trips, especially during summer and fall.
Wildlife education opportunities: Many campgrounds offer chances to teach children about local ecosystems. "Black bear, deer (wandered through our site), red foxes, Stellar's Jays, woodpeckers, other birds," reported one Crystal Lake camper. Bring field guides to help identify species.
Campsite selection strategy: Choose sites away from main roads for family camping. At Angeles National Forest Chilao Campground, "each camp sites is pretty well secluded from others, high desert, shrubs and some trees, was able to hang my hammock at site," according to Josh K. Corner sites typically offer more privacy.
Bug protection necessary: Several reviewers mention insect activity as a consideration for family camping. "Bring some bug spray if you're bugged by bugs. Other than that there was plenty of space for plenty of campers," notes Josh F. about Horse Flats Campground. Mosquitoes are most active near dawn and dusk.
Site layout awareness: Most forest service campgrounds have limited RV amenities. "Good for small RVs. Over 24 foot not recommended," notes Lauralyn J. about Buckhorn. Angeles Forest roads often include tight turns and steep grades.
Weather preparation: Temperature fluctuations affect RV camping comfort. At Californian RV Resort, one visitor appreciated that "Small spots, but level, clean, cement, and full hook up." The concrete pads help stabilize RVs during wind events, which occur regularly in the area.
Access route selection: Approaching from certain directions simplifies RV navigation. "I pulled a 26 TT. I came in from the La side of the mountains and found it's easier to go in from Palmdale with a rv or tt. If your hauling anything longer then 20 ft. Try for site 11," advises a Monte Cristo camper.
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