Camping Near Los Angeles
Escape the city to mountains, beaches, and desert—all within a short drive from LA.
Featured Campgrounds
Handpicked destinations that define the region
Upper Moro Campground offers excellent variety with hiking, fishing, and swimming activities, plus it's highly rated with substantial reviews and relatively close to LA at 41.5 miles.
Moro Campground provides both tent and RV camping options with great hiking access, sharing the same high rating and convenient distance as Upper Moro but offering different amenities.
Thornhill Broome Campground delivers a complete coastal camping experience with ocean activities like fishing and swimming, plus it accommodates both tent and RV campers at Point Mugu State Park.
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About This Destination
Los Angeles, California (60-mile radius) camping offers an unparalleled diversity of outdoor experiences, from oceanfront RV sites to alpine mountain retreats. Within an hour's drive of downtown LA, campers can choose between beachside campgrounds with crashing waves, island camping adventures in Channel Islands National Park, or high-elevation forest sites in the Angeles National Forest.
Best Time
March through May and September through November offer the best camping conditions near Los Angeles. Spring brings wildflower displays and comfortable temperatures across all elevations, while fall delivers stable weather with clear mountain views and fewer crowds.
Destination Highlights
- 8+ campgrounds within 60 miles
- Located in California
- Options for every camping style
Plan Your Trips
Tips & Recommendations
- 1Book coastal and island campgrounds 3-6 months in advance, especially for weekend stays at popular spots like Point Mugu-La Jolla Walk-In Campground or any Channel Islands sites.
- 2Arrive at trailheads before 7:30 AM on weekends as parking fills quickly.
- 3Check fire restrictions before your trip, as campfires are often banned during fire season.
- 4For mountain camping, bring layers as temperatures drop significantly at night.
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