LA - Camping: Point Mugu State Park - Sycamore Canyon Campground

Point Mugu State Park - Sycamore Canyon Campground

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Sep 24 - 27

Registration opens in July.

Located in the far western Santa Monica Mountains, this park features five miles of ocean shoreline with rocky bluffs, sandy beaches, sand dunes, rugged hills and uplands, two major river canyons, and wide grassy valleys.

Directions: Google Map

Prices:  tbd

Tent and RV sites: 

• Tent sites: 24, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 31, 33
• RV sites: 42, 52, 53, 56
• Tent campers and RVs will be sharing sites with other tent campers to maximize space for everyone, e.g. 3 tents per site or 1 RV and 1 tent. 

Parking: 

• Sycamore Cove, Mugu Beach, and La Jolla Canyon parking lots open at 8am and close at sunset.

• Sycamore Canyon campground gates open at 8am and close at 10pm. No entry after 10pm.

• We will have limited parking spots available at the reserved campsites, and preference will be given to those who carpool. Click here for carpool opportunities. Solo drivers: drop gear, then park in overflow/day-use lot (talk to rangers for guidance). 

• Fees include entry for 1 vehicle and 1 legally towed vehicle or trailer, additional vehicles will be charged per night at the park. Although your site may hold 2 or more vehicles, your reservation only covers 1 vehicle (except for group or specialty sites).

• Overflow/day-use parking is available at the following rates:

• • All day – $12.00 per car, per day

  • 3 hrs – $9.00 per car

  • 2 hrs – $6.00 per car

  • 1 hr – $3.00 per car

Schedule of Events*

Thurs, Sep 24

• 2:00 pm - Check-in
• 6:00 pm - Meet and Greet BYOB - bring snacks to share. Dinner on your own
  
• 7:00 pm - Group campfire; location TBD; bring firewood (In the event wood fires are banned, propane tanks will be available to fuel propane fire rings).

Fri, Sep 25

• 7:00 am - Continental breakfast/coffee 
• 10:00 am - Depart for morning hike (Point Mugu Scenic Trail to Great Dune View Trail Out and Back (2.24 miles, moderate)   
• Lunch: on your own
• Afternoon: Relax at camp or at the beach
• 6:30 pm - Potluck (bring a dish to share)
• 7:00 pm - Campfire/Movie
  

Sat, Sep 26

• 7:00 am - Continental breakfast/coffee 
• 10:00 am - Hike: Ray Miller Backbone Trail (5.4 miles, moderate)
• Lunch: on your own
• Afternoon: Relax at camp or at the beach
• 6:30 pm - Potluck (bring a dish to share)
• 7:00 pm - Dance Party under the Bridge

Sun, Sep 27

• 7:00 am - Limited Continental breakfast/coffee
• 12:00 pm Check out/Leave No Trace
  
• tbd - Possibly stop off at another beach on the way home

*-Check campground white board for updates and hike/outing details.

Climate: 73/57 degrees.  View weather forecast - click here

Amenities: Showers - The park has only token-operated showers. The token machines accept ONLY one dollar bills, and you will receive 2 tokens for a dollar. Change for larger bills is not available at this time.

What to Bring: The Ten Essentials, Meet and Greet item, Potluck item, and other considerations:

• Warm sleeping gear – It can get cool at night, so bring a warm sleeping bag, extra blankets, or whatever you need to stay comfortable.
• Camping chair – Highly recommended for meals, campfires, and relaxing around camp and at the beach.
• Beach towel and umbrella – If you plan to spend some time at the beach, a beach towel and umbrella are sure to come in handy. The beach is just a few minutes walk from our reserved campsites.
• Warm and cool weather clothing – Malibu should have warm and sunny weather, but weather can change throughout the day, so layers are best.
• Comfortable hiking shoes – Especially important if you plan to join any of the area hikes.
• Drinks and water – Bring everything you need, including drinking water. According to the website potable drinking water is currently available, but that can always change.
• Party Outfits 
• Firewood – Pick up firewood at a grocery store or hardware store on your way up in a larger town. We will want plenty for the weekend. For additional firewood at a lower price, you can also stop at Adam’s Firewood on the way up (cash only): https://maps.app.goo.gl/AYT5sPFLGQbf3Dy3A

Pets: Pets are welcomed, but must be kept on leash in campground and day-use areas. Pet owners are responsible for picking up after their pets. Pets are not permitted on park trails.