Best Campgrounds near Valencia, CA

Valencia sits at the center of diverse camping opportunities in Los Angeles County, with options spanning from developed RV parks to more rustic tent sites in surrounding mountain areas. Established campgrounds like Castaic Lake State Recreation Area, Lake Piru Recreation Area, and Valencia Travel Village provide access to both tent and RV camping, while some locations like Thousand Trails Soledad Canyon offer cabin accommodations. The Angeles National Forest lies within driving distance to the north, providing more remote camping experiences for those seeking to escape the urban environment.

Road access to most campgrounds near Valencia remains open year-round, though summer temperatures can reach uncomfortable highs, particularly in exposed areas without shade. Campers should note that reservations are strongly recommended, especially during peak summer weekends when sites fill quickly. As one camper noted, "We stayed at site 15, one of the larger ones in the campsite. We visited on a Thursday evening in June without traffic or other campsite visitors." Many campgrounds in the area have varied amenities, from basic vault toilets at more primitive sites to full hookups and facilities at developed RV parks. Fire restrictions are common during dry summer and fall months due to wildfire concerns.

Mixed-use campgrounds dominate the Valencia area, with several facilities accommodating both tent and RV campers. Visitor reviews consistently mention proximity to water as a significant draw, particularly at Castaic Lake and Pyramid Lake. "The campground host was very friendly. Some nice hills for hiking and Pyramid lake was close by," noted one visitor describing Los Alamos Campground. Camping areas range from fully developed sites with electric hookups, showers, and water access to more basic accommodations with fire rings and picnic tables. The region's camping options benefit from relatively easy access to urban amenities while still providing scenic views and outdoor recreation opportunities. Sites at established campgrounds typically include picnic tables and fire rings, with many also featuring access to restrooms and potable water.

Best Camping Sites Near Valencia, California (199)

    1. Castaic Lake State Recreation Area

    13 Reviews
    Valencia, CA
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (661) 257-4050

    "Gorgeous location right on the lake, the waters clear and there’s a generous amount of trees surrounding for shade."

    "Just a 1 min walk down the hill to the lake - a perfect place to have my morning coffee! They allowed pets which is awesome. Super quiet, lots of stars, and a beautiful view. Couldn’t ask for better!"

    2. Lake Piru Recreation Area

    14 Reviews
    Piru, CA
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (805) 521-1500

    $38 - $50 / night

    "Enjoy a walk around the lake, or head out onto the water for wakeboarding."

    "We were placed away from all the tent campers. Staff was friendly and helpful. Tighter spots for anything over 25ft. ONLY AT&T works. Wifi is $9/day for one device."

    3. Tapo Canyon Park

    12 Reviews
    Simi Valley, CA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (805) 654-3951

    "This is a very nice campground near everything but still away from it all. No issues parking our 42' 5th wheel here. Clean and quiet despite the peacocks. They can be rather loud when startled."

    "This campground happens to be very close to home so we went here to try out our brand new pull behind camper trailer for the very first time.
    The campground is small, quiet and very well-kept."

    4. Valencia Travel Village

    8 Reviews
    Valencia, CA
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (661) 257-3333

    "A little remote and you have to drive to the nearest town(s), but clean grounds and nice site. Very easy to book online.  The RV park is pretty large so it's a nice daily walk."

    "I didn’t actually stay here as I was looking for a tent camping spot, but I did drive around the facility and it was super clean and looked like a great spot if you’ve got an RV."

    5. Oak Flat Campground

    12 Reviews
    Castaic, CA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (818) 899-1900

    $5 / night

    "*** this review refers to the Oak Flat campground along the Sespe trail and is accessible by backpackers only, 7 miles from Piedra Blaca parking lot***."

    "Spots have picnic and fire pits available, with clean newly updated bathrooms near by. Lots of big boulders and trees on the landscape, providing ample shade and beautiful full trees in the summer."

    6. Hollywood RV Park

    18 Reviews
    San Fernando, CA
    17 miles
    Website

    "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."

    "This location is conveniently situated near the heart of Los Angeles, making it an ideal spot for those looking to explore the city’s many attractions."

    7. Castaic Lake RV Park

    5 Reviews
    Castaic, CA
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (661) 257-3340

    $40 - $68 / night

    "Turf next to rv parking spot, pool, laundry, showers (included in price) easy to reserve"

    "It has a pool and spa, great dog walking area. Propane and store are on site"

    8. Malibu Creek State Park Campground

    39 Reviews
    El Nido, CA
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (818) 880-0367

    $45 - $225 / night

    "It is prime location for some great hiking and at night it is super quiet. There are restrooms and showers as well."

    "The grounds were beautiful and well maintained, the camp host super friendly and helpful, the bathrooms well positioned and clean, and the sites had shade and everything we needed."

    9. Los Alamos Campground at Pyramid Lake

    14 Reviews
    Castaic, CA
    17 miles
    Website

    $26 - $160 / night

    "Campground has three separate site loops with about 90 Dry Camp camp locations. Water spigots are available in some areas, but not for permanent hookup."

    "There are not many trees around, Site 42 has really good shade but be aware of pocky leaves from those trees. My air mattress pop both times we camp there."

    10. Thousand Trails Soledad Canyon

    25 Reviews
    Acton, CA
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "It's a very hot campground close to a road and train. Sites are big. Tons of things to do for adults and children."

    "Surrounded my mountains, which is nice. Staff is happy and helpful."

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Recent Reviews near Valencia, CA

1041 Reviews of 199 Valencia Campgrounds


  • Spencer S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 20, 2025

    Malibu Beach RV Park

    Beautiful beach!

    They have ports potty’s and a nice stretch of beach between houses that you can enjoy privately

  • Gillian L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 20, 2025

    Hollywood RV Park

    Themed Park!

    First 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!

  • Ryan C.
    Oct. 19, 2025

    Fairways RV Resort

    Very quiet and clean

    Disabled Veteran from the area so getting on base was a breeze. Our trailer is 36ft so parking our long bed dually on the site took some space, but there is extra parking if you don’t mind a short walk. There are parks located throughout the base and the bowling alley is super cheap for unlimited bowling. There is a movie theater on site but limited on how many movies are showing.

  • mThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 18, 2025

    Faria Beach Park

    Right in the Ocean

    Campsite are close together but the view & vibe are awesome. Clean excellent facilities with hot & cold showers. Camp sites are packed, but I car camp so had no issues.

  • Imerie T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 18, 2025

    Oak Flat Campground

    Good place to stop between stops

    So the good first, Quiet, not many ppl in the fall/winter months. Sites are large, dumpsters, vault toilets, close to town amenities. We felt safe staying here. Met nice campers.

    The crappy. Yes you can hear the humm of the freeway from further away. Didn’t bug us, but some it does. There is micro trash everywhere. No one cleans the sites, leaves are outta control on the ground. You cannot have any cooking or fires right now. Only cooking inside. The single bathroom is cleanest. The Ranger was super rude He asked way too many personal questions and kept wanting to make sure we weren’t “homeless”. He doesn’t understand the difference between vagrants and choosing to not live in bricks and sticks. He wanted to know exactly how many days we were staying and what day and time we were leaving. You can stay up to 14days and no reservations required.

    It is only free if you have your America The Beautiful Pass, otherwise it’s 5.00 a night And you have to buy that at the Shell Gas Station down the pass.

  • Anna X.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 8, 2025

    Dockweiler Beach RV Park

    Pacific touch :)

    Nice place very close to the beach with amazing Pacific view. All connections in place; sites very close to each other; a bit loud due to airport nearby. Very friendly staff. In overall good experience and recommend it :)

  • Jake M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 30, 2025

    Malibu Creek State Park Campground

    Awesome Mountain View’s and spacious sites!

    Every friendly people. Nice open sites that are good for people who just want to be isolated. Showers and bathrooms available. No charging unless you can find an open one in the park. Site 27 is a very good site.

  • T
    Sep. 24, 2025

    Camp Comfort Park

    It's fine

    It's fine. It is a lower cost option although not exactly low cost. Website says $46 or $48 a night for full hook up but was actually $50 plus $15 (mandatory reservation fee). Farther off of 101 than what we would have liked but ok. Get quarters before you arrive if you want to shower and do laundry.

  • Lianne A.
    Sep. 23, 2025

    Monte Cristo Campground

    Nice Campground but Fire Restrictions!

    Monte Cristo is a nice campground not far from home. My husband and I visited this campsite for the first time just for one night. There was a fire restriction. No bonfires, no cooking on stoves and there was no water due to a leak. The bathroom that I was using I give it a 2 star.


Guide to Valencia

Valencia sits at the center of several top camping destinations with elevations ranging from 1,200 to 3,500 feet. Summer temperatures often exceed 95°F in exposed areas, while winter nights can drop below 40°F. Wildfire restrictions typically remain in effect from May through October, with most campgrounds requiring advance booking during peak seasons.

What to do

Archery practice: At Tapo Canyon Park, visitors can access the archery range on Saturdays. "There is archery with lessons for kids on the weekends. Very fun! If you are new to RV camping, it's a good place to practice," notes Sam & Amy inc. L.

Stargazing: The desert location of Thousand Trails Soledad Canyon provides excellent night sky viewing when you get away from the lights. "We enjoyed our stay and mainly used it as a base camp to explore/sight see LA," explains Tyler V. The campground sits in a darker area compared to Valencia proper.

Wildlife viewing: The natural areas surrounding Valencia support diverse wildlife. At Tapo Canyon Park, visitors might spot various desert animals. "From my favorite the Jet black Ravens, rabbits, coyotes, and interesting botany there are plenty of creatures to aww and be thankful for," shares Rachel A.

What campers like

Swimming options: Many Valencia area campgrounds feature swimming facilities for summer heat relief. At Valencia Travel Village, "they have two nice pools one for adults and one for families," according to Ashley S. This gives adults a quieter swimming area separate from family activity.

Convenient lake access: Lake Piru Recreation Area provides quick access to water recreation. "Spots are spaced out, and the bathrooms are good. Camped here in early September, and the weather was great. Enjoy a walk around the lake, or head out onto the water for wakeboarding," describes Jonathan G.

Privacy between sites: Several campgrounds offer well-spaced sites that provide decent separation from neighbors. At Oak Flat Campground, "the campsites are way too close to each other, while luckily it did feel relatively private, it definitely felt very crammed," notes Viktoria B. about a nearby campground, highlighting the importance of space between sites.

What you should know

Train noise: Be prepared for train noise at some locations. At Thousand Trails Soledad Canyon, "there was however a train that ran around 3:30am every morning that was a disturbance," warns Keisha D. Consider packing earplugs if you're a light sleeper.

Fire restrictions: Campfire bans are common during dry months. "California drought is the problem," mentions Andrea R. about Lake Piru. "No campfires or BBQ's were allowed," Larry B. notes about Los Alamos Campground, emphasizing that fire restrictions can change camping plans unexpectedly.

Cell service limitations: Many campgrounds have limited connectivity. At Malibu Creek State Park Campground, "cell coverage" is available according to Rick L., but at Thousand Trails Soledad Canyon, "my Verizon cell service was nonexistent. There was WiFi for a fee which couldn't be shared with multiple devices," reports Keisha D.

Tips for camping with families

Playground access: Several campgrounds feature playground facilities for children. At Hollywood RV Park, "the campground has a lush grass area and nice covered playground," notes Bri B. This provides a dedicated recreation space for kids.

Consider water levels: Lake levels can impact family activities. "The lake levels are always a little low and this lake is especially muddy. Wear water shoes here!" advises Andrea R. about Pyramid Lake. Water levels tend to be lowest in late summer and fall.

Activities scheduling: Check campground activity calendars when planning your trip. At Thousand Trails Soledad Canyon, "The only good thing was the Saturday activities. However if you have older kids forget it! The activities are for ages 5-7 maybe!" cautions one camper. Most organized activities run on weekends only.

Tips from RVers

Site selection strategy: For RVs, site location matters significantly. At Los Alamos Campground at Pyramid Lake, "we arrived on a Saturday, and it was very crowded, but by Sunday, most everyone cleared out. We pretty much had the whole place to ourselves," shares Brian L. Weekday camping typically offers more space and quieter conditions.

Size considerations: Many campgrounds have limitations for larger rigs. At Castaic Lake RV Park, "for a 43 footer this place is TIGHT. If you have a big rig, prolly not the best idea. But if you have a 28 footer, this place is Six Stars!!!!" advises Michael C. Always confirm maximum length restrictions before booking.

Hookup reliability: RV campers should verify hookup availability. At Thousand Trails Soledad Canyon, "most of the park's electric and some sewer connections didn't exist or were 'down' for repair," reports Lori J. Call ahead to confirm functioning utilities during drought or after storm events.

Frequently Asked Questions

What RV parks and facilities are available in Valencia, California?

Valencia Travel Village is the premier RV park in the immediate Valencia area, offering full hookups, reservable sites, water, toilets, and big-rig-friendly spaces. For those willing to drive a bit further, Castaic Lake RV Park provides similar amenities in a location close to Castaic Lake's recreational opportunities. Both parks offer easy access to Interstate 5, making them convenient stopover points for travelers heading north or south through California. These facilities typically include shower houses, dump stations, and sometimes laundry facilities to ensure a comfortable extended stay.

What are popular outdoor camping destinations in and around Valencia?

Hungry Valley State Vehicle Recreation Area is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts near Valencia, especially those with off-road vehicles. The area offers spacious camping with sites far enough apart to ensure privacy, some with fenced areas, picnic tables and shade structures. For hikers seeking a more secluded experience, Little Jimmy Trail Campground is a backcountry hike-in only option located about 2 miles off Angeles Crest Highway. It features approximately 7 first-come, first-served sites with fire rings and vault toilets, offering a true wilderness experience not far from Valencia.

What are the best campgrounds and campsites near Valencia, California?

Valencia offers several excellent camping options within a short drive. Los Alamos Campground at Pyramid Lake provides about 90 dry camping sites across three separate loops with water spigots available in some areas. It's typically less crowded during weekdays, making it perfect for a peaceful getaway. For beach camping, Canyon Campground — Leo Carrillo State Park Campground offers a beautiful canyon setting with shade trees and access to a private beach with gorgeous California hill views, ideal for families. Both campgrounds provide fire rings and picnic tables, with Leo Carrillo also offering spacious sites that accommodate multiple tents.