Lightning Point Group Campground

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12371 N.LITTLE TUJUNGA CANYON
SAN FERNANDO, CA 91342

Notice

Lightning Point Campground will be closed until further notice

Apr 7, 2013 – Dec 31, 2050

Overview

Lightning Point Campground sits at an elevation of 6,100 feet, about 25 miles southeast of Palmdale and roughly 35 miles north of the San Fernando Valley. Nestled among Jeffrey pines, scrub oaks, and manzanita, the campground offers accommodations for both group visitors and equestrian campers. The nearby Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail is a favorite destination, providing access to a route that stretches from Canada to Mexico and showcases six of North America’s seven ecozones.

Recreation

Hiking, bird watching/wildlife viewing, horseback riding/horse camping, are the biggest attractions for campers. Angeles National Forest boasts 557 miles of hiking and equestrian trails. All trails, excluding the Pacific Crest Trail, allow mountain biking as well.

Facilities

This peaceful campground has 5 group campsites each accommodating different group sizes.

Campsite #1: 6 Tables, Capacity 45

Campsite #2: 4 Tables, Capacity 36

Campsite #3: 6 Tables, Capacity 45

Campsite #4: 5 Tables, Capacity 40

Campsite #5: 4 Tables, Capacity 36

2 Horse corrals located near campsites 4 and #5. Horses are not required to reserve sites.

3 double vault pit toilets located near campsites.

2 lots for overflow parking at the center of the campground.

Natural Features

Located at 6,100 feet, the area experiences warm summer days in the low 80s and cool, refreshing nights. The Angeles National Forest showcases a wide range of vegetation, with chaparral and oak woodlands at lower elevations and pine forests at higher elevations. Overall, the landscape ranges from low canyons at around 1,200 feet to rugged mountain peaks reaching up to 10,000 feet, offering diverse scenery throughout the region.

Nearby Attractions

Hop in the car and drive along the Angeles Crest Highway, a scenic byway that meanders through oak thickets, chaparral, high desert landscapes and pine tree forests.

Camp site features

Across 6 camp sites:

Fire pit: 3 of 6 sites
Picnic table: all 6 sites
Pets allowed: 4 of 6 sites
Group sites: all 6 sites
Longest RV: 40 ft
Largest party: 45 people
Equipment: CAR, CARAVAN/CAMPER VAN, Hammock, LARGE TENT OVER 9X12`, PICKUP CAMPER, POP UP, SMALL TENT, Tent, Trailer, VEHICLE

Services within 25 miles · OpenStreetMap

Nearest dump station: 0.7 mi · Messenger Flats

Nearest water fill: 12.5 mi

Directions

From Interstate 210 in La Canada, exit onto the Angeles Crest Highway (HWY 2) and drive northeast for approximately 10 miles to the intersection of the Angeles Crest Highway and the Angeles Forest Highway (County Road N3). Turn left (north) on to the Angeles Forest Highway and drive approximately 12 miles to the Santa Clara Divide Road at Mill Creek Summit. Turn left (west) onto the Santa Clara Divide and continue for about 11 miles to the campground.