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Places to Camp near Lake Hughes, CA

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Looking for the best campgrounds near Lake Hughes, CA? There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in, as well as sights to see and explore. Discover great camping spots near Lake Hughes, reviewed by campers like you.

Best Camping Sites Near Lake Hughes, CA (175)

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    Thousand Trails Soledad Canyon

    24 Reviews
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    201 Saves
    Acton, California

    Soledad Canyon RV Resort is a beautiful campground with resort-style amenities nestled at the base of the San Gabriel mountains. This Los Angeles RV campground is well shaded with towering cottonwood trees and Italian Stone Pines as well as Palm and Elm trees. It boasts the largest swimming pool in the west surrounded by 15 acres of picnic areas. Our family lodge is large with a lot of activity going on. On the other side of Soledad Canyon RV Resort is an area designed for adults, with a private swimming pool. Our Thousand Trails' Los Angeles RV campground is located about 15 minutes away from major shopping centers and 1 hour from attractions like Universal and Six Flags Magic Mountain, although when you're at Soledad Canyon RV Resort you feel like you're away from it all. Los Angeles RV campground by the San Gabriel mountains Whether you're planning a retreat for the whole family, a group of friends or a getaway for two, there's no shortage of unique activities to explore at Soledad Canyon RV & Camping Resort. Plan activities upon arrival or visit this page before your departure to plan ahead. Looking for more? Our friendly staff can fill you in on all of the great ways to make your stay a memorable experience.

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    Los Alamos Campground at Pyramid Lake

    12 Reviews
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    144 Saves
    Castaic, California

    Overview

    Los Alamos Campground is located 90 minutes from Los Angeles, offering a restful experience without the lengthy travel time. Guests enjoy the beauty of the nearby Pyramid Lake at the base of mountains, and the excitement of lake activities like jet skiing and wakeboarding. Water in Pyramid Lake takes a long journey from Plumas National Forest and Oroville Dam in northern California. An aqueduct carries the water down through the Tehachapi Mountains to its southern California resting point at Pyramid Lake.

    Recreation

    Visitors can view lovely wildflowers and watch for birds. Jogging, mountain biking and motorcycle riding are enjoyable activities in the area. Various festivals take place at the lake throughout the year. Anglers can find striped, large, and smallmouth bass, rainbow trout, crappie and bluegill in Pyramid Lake. Boating and jet skiing are a big draw.

    Facilities

    The campground offers 90 single family sites and 3 group campsites. Each group site fits 40 guests and 10 vehicles. Volleyball courts are provided for extra camping entertainment and the area has flush toilets and fresh drinking water. Sites come with picnic tables and grills. Some parking aprons are paved, but most are sandy gravel. A dump station is available and a camp general store is also on-site. Campers here have first priority to enter Pyramid Lake, but it is recommended they arrive in line at the marina no later than 6:15 a.m.

    Natural Features

    Campsites are set back away from Pyramid Lake in the hills above the Santa Clarita Valley. The campsites are mostly open, but some trees offer limited shade to campers in Loop 3. Pyramid Lake spans 1,300 acres with 21 miles of shoreline. Pyramid Rock, the lake's namesake, is south of the lake's dam in Piru Gorge. A diverse variety of animal life exists in Angeles National Forest. Birds and squirrels are commonly seen. Other wildlife includes bobcat, mountain lion, bear and Nelson bighorn sheep.

    Nearby Attractions

    The Vista Del Lago Visitor Center offers sweeping views of Pyramid Lake on its wraparound viewing platform. It also provides a giant map room with intriguing facts about California's geology and water supply systems. The Hungry Valley Off-Road State Vehicular Recreation Area is just minutes away, offering opportunities for off-road vehicle riding.

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    $110 - $160 / night

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    Lake Piru Recreation Area

    13 Reviews
    22 Photos
    186 Saves
    Piru, California

    Lake Piru camping is located in Ventura County, California, in the Los Padres National Forest next to the Sespe Condor Sanctuary. You would never know it floating on our peaceful lake, but we are less than an hour away from Los Angeles. Visitors to our campground can also enjoy the uncrowded beaches of Ventura, Venice, and Santa Monica.

    Lake Piru offers level tree-shaded camping sites, clean restrooms, coin operated hot showers and a fully stocked store to meet most camping and boating needs. Motor homes, trailers and truck campers are welcome. Lake Piru has paved roads, tree-shaded sites, and a convenient dump station.

    Our day use and picnic area includes lots of grass space to play, a playground, plenty of picnic tables, wooden awnings, a horseshoe pit and a 9-hole disc golf course.

    We also have Two Group campsites available for your family reunion & big get together. Please note that all campsites do come with a Picnic table & fire ring with a grill top.

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    $38 - $50 / night

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    Joshua Tree Ranch Los Angeles

    6 Reviews
    20 Photos
    279 Saves
    Lake Hughes, California

    Joshua trees 50 miles closer to LA than the Joshua Tree National Park!

    This is 2.5 acres of protected Joshua Tree lands in the Antelope Valley north of LA, between the snowy Tehachapi Mountains, and the rolling green foothills of the also-snowy San Gabriel Mountains. My first time out there I saw BOTH ENDS of a rainbow in front of the snowy Tehachapis!! Super dark skies, and a million stars at night. It feels like the wild west out here. Think long dirt roads, tumbleweeds, bones, and maybe some old bullet shells (there's no shooting allowed on the property anymore).

    The property itself is along a dirt "road" called Avenue C, but I'd be shocked if you encountered anyone driving along there. Except possibly another group of campers. This land used to be the domain of the Ketanemuk tribe, which I think means People From The East. In the summer they would go up and hunt and get pine nuts in the Tehachapi Mountains, and acorns from the oak trees in the San Gabriels. 

    It's about a 20 minute drive from the town of Neenach (pronounced Nee-nack), where there's a general store and a cafe. They make a great breakfast burrito. A few minutes from the State Poppy Reserve, which blooms in the spring with miles of California poppies. If you have a larger group or event in mind, get in touch! We can figure out how to accommodate you.

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    $25 / night

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    Tehachapi Mountain Park

    13 Reviews
    21 Photos
    224 Saves
    Tehachapi, California
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    Oak Flat Campground - TEMPORARILY CLOSED

    7 Reviews
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    60 Saves
    Castaic, California

    2023 - NOTE: Oak Flat Campground is temporarily closed until further notice for public safety due to an unusual amount of tree mortality.

    2800-foot elevation. 27 campsites. No water. Vault toilets. Campsites are first come - first served. RV's to 18'.

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    Art Farm Nature Space

    4 Reviews
    91 Photos
    111 Saves
    Green Valley, California

    Come enjoy our brand new campground in the beautiful high desert hills of Leona Valley! Escape from the city and connect with nature on our amazing 12 acre property, just over an hour outside of LA. Perfect for camping, glamping, van lifers and digital nomads! You can play with our adorable goats, take in the breathtaking views, hiking trails and the star filled night sky! Stay connected with our blazing fast Starlink Wifi connections. Be a part of our incredible community or enjoy the seclusion by getting away from the hustle and bustle. We would love to have you participate in the fun and music around the campfire, guide you on the trails with the most stunning views and just be at peace on our little slice of heaven.

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    $48 - $75 / night

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    Valencia Travel Village

    7 Reviews
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    36 Saves
    Valencia, California
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    Buckhorn Campground - Temporarily Closed

    19 Reviews
    79 Photos
    626 Saves
    Juniper Hills, California

    TEMPORARILY CLOSED due to Angeles Crest Highway 2 road damage being worked on by Caltrans. For updates, please visit: https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/angeles/alerts-notices

    Buckhorn Campground can be the quick escape you need from LA. The campground is drenched in the fresh air with the smell of incense cedars surrounding visitors. Overnight, campers may spot seasonal constellations, planets, and the occasional shooting star. During the day, visitors can venture to nearby waterfalls or trails including the Burkhart Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, and Silver Moccasin. Buckhorn Campground has much to offer.

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    • Standard (Tent/RV)

    $12 / night


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