RV camping near La Cañada Flintridge occupies varied terrain at elevations ranging from sea level to over 4,000 feet in the San Gabriel Mountains. Most RV parks in the region operate in a Mediterranean climate with mild winters and warm summers, though inland locations can experience temperature swings of 30+ degrees between day and night. Cell service varies significantly, with mountain areas having notably reduced coverage for Verizon users.
What to do
Horseback riding and trails: At Rancho Jurupa RV Park, visitors can explore miles of riding paths alongside the wetlands. "Beautiful views all around Sunrise, Sunset and Night sky. Sights of all kinds of birds like hawks and herons," notes one camper who appreciated the wildlife viewing opportunities.
Fishing opportunities: Bonelli Bluffs offers fishing access at the adjacent lake. "There is camping, horseback riding, fishing, trails, biking, hiking, picnics, you can use your jet skies in designated areas, swimming on the pool areas, kayaking, Park for kids and plenty more," explains a visitor who enjoyed the variety of water activities.
Urban exploration: Many visitors use Hollywood RV Park as a base for exploring Los Angeles. "It takes some planning to visit LA when you are traveling with an RV. This seems to be one of the best places to stay with an RV to visit LA, since driving and parking an RV in LA can be challenging and parking an RV in west LA is not allowed," writes one camper who navigated the city logistics.
What campers like
Family amenities: Thousand Trails Soledad Canyon receives praise for its recreational facilities. "Great place to explore LA and greater LA area, 45 min to Hollywood sign. Park is a large TT resort with recently remolded lodge in 2019," shares a visitor who used it as a home base for city exploration.
Ocean views: Campers at Malibu Beach RV Park consistently highlight the location. "I have been on a 3 month trip and stayed at 22 different campgrounds. Malibu RV Resort has the best views for the price, hands down," writes one reviewer who compared multiple camping options.
Theme park proximity: Anaheim Harbor RV Park positions campers near major attractions. "Nice, small pool area, bbq areas, a club house, clean bathrooms and showers and WiFi. The R.V. Park is within walking to the Disneyland park," notes a tent camper who appreciated the convenient location.
What you should know
Security considerations: Campgrounds near La Cañada Flintridge have varying security measures. At Rancho Jurupa Park, "Nice staff! Would of liked to be on grass like the sites across but they were clean! Only downside was that the ranger said to lock up bikes and be careful leaving out items because a local has been coming in stealing," reports one camper highlighting safety concerns.
Noise factors: Train noise impacts some locations significantly. At Thousand Trails Soledad Canyon, reviewers mention: "It's very very close to railroad tracks and at night the loud train kept waking us up," while Malibu Beach RV Park campers report being awakened by different sounds: "We were woken up by the Disneyland fireworks."
Parking logistics: Rafael's RV Park offers extremely limited spaces. "Rafael is very kind and helpful. The place is well equipped," notes a visitor, though with only two sites available, advance booking is essential, especially for larger vehicles.
Tips for camping with families
Water recreation options: Golden Shore RV Resort provides aquatic amenities. "Staff keeps the grounds clean, clean bathrooms, heated pool and hot tub, and other fun things to do like horse shoes," writes a camper who enjoyed the recreational facilities.
Playground access: Several parks feature dedicated children's areas. At Rancho Jurupa Park, "Splash pad, park, mini golf great amenities," reports a visitor highlighting the family-friendly features available.
Budget planning: Additional fees can significantly impact costs. As one camper at Anaheim Harbor RV Park explains, "Despite Disneyland being a family destination, their campsites are for 2 people only. You must pay for each additional person over 10 years old. You must pay for your family pet."
Tips from RVers
Site selection strategy: At Californian RV Resort, positioning matters. "Small spots, but level, clean, cement, and full hook up. Bathrooms have great showers, extremely clean, pool and hot tub. 40 to 50 mins to LA and 1 hr to Longbeach," shares an RVer who found the location convenient for city access.
Transportation alternatives: When staying at Hollywood RV Park, consider rideshare services. "We took an uber. If you stay on the West side of the city it's okay (still 50/60 USD) for a single ride. But If you want to explore any of the nicer beaches like manhattan Beach I do suggest to take the campervan, park at one of the malls in that area and then take an uber from there," advises one experienced camper.
Utility requirements: Some parks require specific equipment lengths. As one visitor notes about Anaheim Harbor RV Park, "You must have a 25ft sewage hose," which can be problematic for RVers not carrying extended hose options.
