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Buckhorn Campground offers pet-friendly camping in a pine forest setting at over 6000 feet elevation in the Angeles National Forest. Dogs are permitted at all sites with proper leash control, and the campground features hiking trails directly accessible from the camping area where pets can join their owners. Several nearby campgrounds including Chilao, Horse Flats, and Crystal Lake Recreation Area also welcome pets with standard National Forest pet policies. Many campers note the stream running through Buckhorn provides a pleasant environment for both people and dogs during spring months. The campground's 38 sites accommodate both tent and smaller RV camping, with picnic tables and fire rings at each site.
Angeles National Forest camping areas with pet access typically require dogs to be leashed at all times on a maximum 6-foot lead. The Burkhart Trail near Buckhorn provides a scenic hiking option with dogs through river valleys and large trees. Visitors should be prepared for limited cell service throughout the area, making it important to research pet emergency options before arrival. During peak summer weekends, dog-friendly campsites near Littlerock fill quickly, especially at Buckhorn where the first-come, first-served policy means arriving early is essential for securing a spot. Temperatures in these mountain campgrounds remain comfortable even during summer months, providing a cool retreat for pets sensitive to heat, though wildlife encounters mean keeping pets secured is critical for their safety.
"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"This trip we stayed down near the welcome center instead of Lot N and the experience didn’t even seem like the same RV Park. No loud music, no barking dog, less dust, and dirt."
"My only gripe about this section is I think there is either a dog breeder or humane society to the east. Sometimes all of the dogs just go crazy!"
"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"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"
"I’m no stranger to bugs being around I’m an avid camper but they seem Immune to repellants. Giant horse flys we’re in the area along with a lot of bees and gnats."
from $20 / 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."
"If you have a chance after - drive the whole Angeles crest highway! Worth the trouble. You are also located close to the PCT, take a hike!"
"We got a campsite that was on the outside of the loop. We were in Cherokee loop in campsite #87."
from $30 - $500 / 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"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"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
Check Availability"This campsite is located in California and is one of my favorites."
"I hiked in while doing the Pacific crest trail from the south. great campground with bear lockers and many sites, also nearby spots along the pct. a short walk from little jimmy spring, where you can get"
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!
GuideSuper friendly staff, super clean, 2 dog parks, offers really good wifi & cable. Can pick the oranges out of the tree
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.
Angeles National Forest campgrounds near Littlerock offer pet-friendly camping at elevations ranging from 4,000 to over 6,000 feet, providing cooler summer temperatures compared to surrounding desert areas. Most campsites in this region are first-come, first-served with seasonal availability from April through November, though some remain open year-round. Winter camping is possible at lower elevation sites, but higher areas like Chilao and Horse Flats frequently close due to snow.
Explore hiking trails: Access multiple trail networks directly from Chilao Campground. "There are easy hiking trails all over & good trees for hanging my hammock. The campsites are very spacious and clean," notes Melinda M. The Silver Moccasin north spur trail is located approximately half a mile from the campground loop.
Boulder at Horse Flats: Rock climbing enthusiasts can find numerous routes at Horse Flats Campground. "Nice place to stay for climbing - there is mostly bouldering in the area, with some trad stuff," writes Kathleen L. The campground is popular among climbers with routes just a short hike away.
Visit mountain peaks: Hike to surrounding summits for panoramic views. "There's a nice waterfall trail which will be 2.5 miles in & 2.5 miles back," shares Edgar V. about trails from Buckhorn Campground. At Little Jimmy Trail Camp, campers can access "a 1.2 mile hike up to a little peak (Mt Islip)" according to Jennifer D.
Temperature relief: The higher elevations provide an escape from summer heat. "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," reports C N. about Buckhorn Campground. "Amazingly quiet space, so tranquil and an absolute perfect temperature in August."
Secluded campsites: Many campgrounds offer well-spaced sites for privacy. "Lots of space between campsites. Babbling brook to lull you to sleep at night. Very quiet after 10:00 pm," writes Vickie C. about Buckhorn. At Table Mountain Campground, "sites are well dispersed. Most sites have tree coverage," according to Bryan H.
Accessible wilderness: The forest provides wilderness experience within reasonable driving distance from urban areas. "This is probably our favorite place to go considering we end up here almost every other weekend year around," shares Salem L. about Crystal Lake Recreation Area. "This is a great campground and it was only an hour drive for us from San Bernardino area," reports Troy L. about Table Mountain Campground.
Water sources vary: Not all campgrounds have potable water. "Bring all your water with you. There is no running water at this campground," warns Les R. about Horse Flats. At Little Pine, "water is available but do know it is not portable so don't drink it," advises Jessica P.
Weekend crowds: Arrive early on weekends to secure spots. "This place is lovely and a well designed campground. It is however very popular, you need to get there early to get a good spot," warns Meghan W. Chilao fills quickly too, as Jordan R. notes: "Lots of open spots early Friday but the place was packed Saturday night."
Wildlife concerns: Monte Cristo Campground visitors report bear activity. "A bear was on our stuff the first night. I whistled and it ran away. In the morning today, we seen another, casually walking Into the grounds," reports Taka B. Joshua P. warns, "Campground was okay but be careful because there are black widows everywhere! Especially under the tables of the campsites."
Select beginner-friendly sites: Several campgrounds accommodate novice campers. "This would be a good first car camping spot for families with young children," suggests Meghan W. about Buckhorn. "I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS SPOT FOR CASUAL/FUN/CHILL/BEGINNER/FAMILY camping," says kenia G. about Chilao.
Check bathroom facilities: Restroom quality varies significantly between campgrounds. "The bathrooms were super clean too!" reports Amairani P. about Chilao. However, at Monte Cristo, "The pit bathrooms are not pleasant as it's minimally maintained," according to Taka B.
Plan for group sites: Some campgrounds offer connected sites for larger family gatherings. "If you want to do group camping there's plenty of it there. 9-10-11 are the best ones with shade together, they have a campfire circle big enough for 10+," advises Edgar V. about Buckhorn.
Size restrictions: Many forest campgrounds have limitations for larger vehicles. "Good for small RVs. Over 24 foot not recommended," warns Lauralyn J. about Buckhorn. At Little Pine campground, "parking spaces are large enough for a small RV," notes Malina S.
Road conditions: Forest roads can be challenging for RVs. "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 you're hauling anything longer then 20 ft. Try for site 11," advises jamie at Monte Cristo.
Limited hookups: Most Angeles Forest campgrounds lack electrical and sewer connections. For full hookups, consider Thousand Trails Soledad Canyon where Tyler V. reports it "offers all the amenities TT resort park typically offer," though he warns to "expect something to be out of order/closed such as laundry, pool or at least one amenity."
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