Cabin camping near Baldwin Park, California offers accessibility to the San Gabriel Mountains and Angeles National Forest within a 30-40 mile radius. Most cabin rental options sit at elevations between 3,000-7,000 feet, providing cooler temperatures during summer months when Baldwin Park often reaches 90°F. Winter cabin stays may require snow chains for access during December through February.
What to do
Waterfall hiking: Crystal Lake Recreation Area Campground offers trail access to seasonal waterfalls. "There are beautiful views of the mountains... Has a fire pit at each spot. Has picnic table, but very splintery, bring covers. Most sites have tree coverage," notes Katarina A. about the amenities.
Mountain biking: Trails near Canyon RV Park provide multiple difficulty levels. A recent visitor wrote, "Campground is well-organized, with cabins, RV spots, a youth area, tent spots and a ropes course. A pool, flushable toilets and hot showers are available to all campers for free."
Winter activities: Cabins at Thousand Trails Soledad Canyon remain accessible during winter months when some campgrounds close. "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," reports Tyler V.
What campers like
Uncrowded weekday stays: Visiting during weekdays means more privacy and quiet at cabin sites. "I went during the week and was the only one camping. This place is heavily used for day camping and hiking," reports a visitor at Millard Trail Campground.
Creek access: Several cabin locations feature water access for summer cooling. "There is a stream that runs through the campground which makes it very pretty. About a 20 minute hike and you can end up at a waterfall which is very pretty," writes a camper about the creek at Millard.
Cabin alternatives: For those seeking cabin-like shelter without reservations, Bonita Ranch Campground offers options. "A little gem hiding out in Lytle Creek! Easy access to a pretty trail right behind the campground... Campfire wood was easily available and had its own picnic table," notes Heather L.
What you should know
Train noise considerations: Some cabin locations experience train disturbances. "Stay in the back side of the park as a rail line runs in front of the front side of the park. Phone service and wifi are adequate in most parts of the camp," advises Butch C. about Thousand Trails Soledad Canyon.
Reservation requirements: Popular cabin sites fill rapidly, especially during peak seasons. At Moro Campground — Crystal Cove State Park, a camper notes: "Check in is at 3pm. They are hard on this. If you arrive early, you can register, but will be directed to Reef Point back down PCH or to the visitors center."
Security considerations: Car break-ins occur at some locations. "Make sure to leave your car doors unlocked, and nothing of value inside. You'd rather have someone root through your car and walk away empty handed than have a window broken and items stolen," warns Mathew H.
Tips for camping with families
Swimming options: Pools or water features provide family recreation. "They had a movie on the beach when we were there, and fun water toys out. It was rather expensive though," mentions Kimberly A. about Newport Dunes RV Resort.
Handicap accessibility: Check facilities before booking. "This is one of the best handicap accessible shower and restroom areas we've seen. The larger pool had a roll in area but I do not know if they had a wheelchair that would allow you to actually use it," reports Lara O.
Wildlife education: Cabin stays often include wildlife viewing opportunities. "Animals seen: Black bear, deer (wandered through our site), red foxes, Stellar's Jays, woodpeckers, other birds," reports Forest G. at Crystal Lake.
Tips from RVers
Tight spacing: Many cabin areas feature close-quarter setups. "No longer a KOA. Spaces are very tight. Good for 1 nite only stay. Staff was friendly and place is clean but not much room to maneuver a lg. rv. in," notes Lawrence P. about Fairplex RV Park.
Seasonal accessibility: Check road conditions before winter trips. "The area appears to be a flash flood area with heavy rains. We enjoyed our stay and mainly used it as a base camp to explore/sight see LA," mentions Tyler V. about seasonal considerations.
Privacy options: Request locations away from high-traffic areas. "It was nice and quiet a good break from the heat. There are a lot of sites here for camping unfortunately they are not all open for use. There are several hiking trails here that are well used and well maintained," mentions Robert A.
