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Chilao Campground
DUE TO RECENT WINTER STORMS, SOME RECREATION AREAS MAY BE INACCESSIBLE OR CLOSED. PLEASE CHECK ALERTS & NOTICES FOR ANY CLOSURES / RESTRICTIONS / OFFICE UPDATES.
General Camping Info: Find helpful guidance and tips for an enjoyable trip to the forest!
Know Fire & Other Restrictions Before You Go!: These conditions can affect your entire trip. For example, Extreme and Critical fire use restrictions mean no campfires and no portable cooking systems/stoves. Bring cold food and no S'mores.
Be Bear Aware!: Bear safety is critical, for the safety of your group and/or you, as well as our bears. Help keep bears wild by following these tips.
Overview of Site:
Chilao Campground sits at an elevation of 5,300 feet, giving campers majestic panoramas of nearby Vetter Lookout and Big Tujunga Canyon. The campground offers two different loops for tent camping: Little Pines and Manzanita. Each loop offers 40+ sites for camping. Manzanita is used for overflow during winter months. Little Pines is open year-roud dependent on winter and/or road conditions. Wildlife is very active in this area and campers should ensure they secure their food when site is unattended.
Campground Loop Status: Little Pines Loop to remain open as weather conditions allow. Manzanita Loop will only open when Little Pines Loop is full.
Amenities: 84 campsites spread out over 2 loops. Picnic tables. Vault toilets. Piped water. Dumpsters.
Hiking: Access to the Silver Moccassin Trail
RVs: Maximum RV length is 18' - No hookups.
At a Glance
| Reservations: | Campsites are first-come, first-served. Reserving or holding of sites not allowed. |
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| Area Amenities: | Tent camping,Camping trailer,Fee charged for some activities,Picnic tables,Toilets,Drinking water,Parking |
| Fees: | $12 fee covers one vehicle (8 people per site) per night, $5 for extra vehicle. 50% off discounts given for Senior or Accessible America the Beautiful Pass holders. (Adventure Pass not accepted in-lieu of camping fee.) |
| Usage: | Heavy |
| Busiest Season: | Summer |
| Restrictions: | See current fire restrictions. |
| Closest Towns: | La Cañada Flintridge |
| Water: | Piped water |
| Restroom: | Vault toilets |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
| Information Center: | Please call the Acton Work Center at: (661) 269-2808 for current conditions and additional information. For more office info, visit Information & Pass Sales. |
General Information
Directions:From Interstate 210 in the city of La Cañada Flintridge, exit at Angeles Crest Highway (CA-2) and drive northeast for 26 miles to the signed campground on the left.
Activities
Campground Camping
Day Hiking
Viewing Wildlife
Popular for bird viewing
Amenities
| Camping trailer: | 18' maximum |
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| Picnic tables: | |
| Tent camping: | |
| Fee charged for some activities: | |
| Parking: | |
| Toilets: | |
| Drinking water: |
Alerts & Warnings
- Driving to the Forest?
- Fire Restrictions: Moderate (Angeles National Forest)
- Weather Info--Storms
- Got Comments?
- Advisory--Hiking at High Elevations
- Off-Highway Vehicle Areas Closed
- Forest Service Road Closures / Storm Damage - Part 1
- Forest Service Road Closures / Storm Damage - Part 2
- Planning to Camp? (Stay Limits & Dispersed Camping Restrictions)
- Offices--Info & Pass Sales Updates