Chilao Campground

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.
No piped water available.
Campground Loop Status: Little Pines Loop is open. Manzanita Loop is closed for the season.
Amenities: 84 campsites spread out over 2 loops. Picnic tables. Vault toilets. Dumpsters. No Water.
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 is not allowed. |
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Area Amenities: |
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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 or the Chilao Visitor Center on weekends at (626) 796-5541 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
Alerts & Warnings
- Additional Fire Restrictions: Region-wide (English, Español) thru May 29, 2025
- Updated Closures of the Bridge Fire Area could affect Your Forest Visit!
- NEW! Office & Visitor Center Updates - Need Info or Passes?
- Fire Danger Downgrade to ‘EXTREME’ at the Angeles National Forest
- Angeles National Forest full closure to partial closure
- Forest Service Road Closures
- Planning to Camp? (Stay Limits/Dispersed Camping Restrictions) til Dec. 15, 2026