Camp ObserverChuchupate Campground
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Camp site features
Across 29 camp sites:
- Picnic table: all 29 sites
- Pets allowed: all 29 sites
- Longest rig: 26 ft
- Largest party: 6 people
Directions
From Los Angeles: Take I-5 north past the Gorman exit to Frazier Mountain Park Road exit. Go west on Frazier Mountain Park Road for 7 miles to the intersection of Lockwood Valley Road. Turn left and proceed 3 miles to Frazier Mountain Road (FS 8N04). Proceed 3 miles past the Chuchupate Ranger Station.
Stay Limit
Check in from 3 PM, check out by 12 PM.
Reviews
Eric T
Loop:Loop 1
Site:
Reviewed 17 days ago
The company that runs the campground did not honor the late check-in policy that they themselves implemented on their website. Slow communication, or little to none, ignored my request at the end. There was no way to get in contact with the campground. 0 accountability.
John M
Loop:Loop 2
Site:
Reviewed a month ago
No running water and no flushing toilets/showers put a small damper on this campground, but it also makes it easy to get a spot and keeps it from being overcrowded, even on big holiday weekends. A lack of shady areas and a terribly maintained road to the campgrounds also isn't great, but we still enjoyed our time here.
Brittney K
Loop:Loop 1
Site:
Reviewed 3 months ago
The road to the campsite was very bumpy. Campsite is what you would expect from the listing with no water, but most sites are slanted and finding a good location for the tent was difficult. Site 11 was large, but tons of bugs. There were not a ton of trees, so it got warm during the day, but the views for stargazing are amazing!!!
steven m
Loop:Loop 1
Site:
Reviewed 10 months ago
The only issue was the condition of the road from the area park headquarters to the campsite so many potholes so you had to drive very slow and be very careful
Sylvia F
Loop:Loop 1
Site:
Reviewed 2 years ago
Camping out at Chuchupate campgrounds in Frazier Park, California was an exhilarating experience. The experience fulfilled a lifetime bucket list endeavor. I camped out by myself and the drive from the entrance of the uphill campground was very pleasant as I admired the beautiful green and forest around me. The road was a bit treacherous and I encountered a few manageable potholes. The challenging drive up the hills kept me alert and cautious as I had to drive very slow to stay safe on the very narrow single road. When I arrived at my designated spot I was captivated by a very delicious sweet floral aroma that touched the bottom of the most perfect tall pine trees. Some of the most prettiest trees, wild birds and butterflies that roamed the area, accompanied me on this lovely summer day. I was so delighted to be there. I saw no trash or disturbing waste that may be encountered on camping grounds. The happy sound of those crisp green trees made a most pleasant breeze that allowed me to stay cool on a hot and humid 4th of July day. After I set up my camping gear, I enjoyed the fire pit that lasted and kept me warm throughout the night. I enjoyed the starry sky when the lights went out and the sun set behind the mountains. I had a good nights rest. In the morning when I woke up I enjoyed the large picnic table provided and I brewed fresh coffee and an outdoor breakfast that i cooked on my portable stove. I had the best time. As I write this I can almost smell the fresh flowers and the crisp aroma from those pine trees. I will cherish this day forever.
Annie K
Loop:Loop 2
Site:
Reviewed 4 years ago
We stayed in Site 21. There is ample space between sites but no shade in ours. We were 2 spots away from the vault toilet with no problem. We would select another spot next time with trees for shade but this one wasn't terrible with our bug canopy.
Pros:
The campground itself is spacious and peaceful. Daytimes were in the 90's-100 but evenings were a perfect temp for light summer sleeping bags. Campfires were allowed in the ring. On our stay we saw a double rainbow and just caught the tail end of a thunderstorm with a light rain. Vault toilets were pretty clean and always had paper. The camp site signs were updated daily with clearly marked placards or envelopes to indicate reserved or available. All the campers were courteous and quiet both during day and quiet hours. Two cute loops were great for walking our dog. There are several well stocked market and liquor stores at the base of the mountain for all supplies. We also visited Fort Tejon which was a fun trip for the kids if you like historic sites, and we also escaped the heat at the Tejon Outlets which are pet friendly and air conditioned.
Cons:
The site map has been down so we didn't know what the map of the campground lay out until we drove through. Areas on the road need a lot of work. My small hybrid made it past all the potholes. There are narrow roads but a few turnabouts. Wildlife: bring Insect traps for flies and yellow jackets if you want to feel privacy and comfort while cooking and eating. We went down the mountain to a Walmart 30 min away to purchase a bug net gazebo. Also beware there are some weed that leave VERY tiny spines in your skin that prick you and feel like an invisible shard of glass. My dog had some larger, spiny weeds caught in his fur as well. Ground is rocky. We were happy to have air mattresses and pads in the tents.
