Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood coverageVerified by 1 camper
- VerizonLTESome coverageVerified by 0 campers
- AT&T5GGood coverageVerified by 0 campers
Community-reported service can change with terrain, weather, congestion, and carrier coverage.
Campground
Mountain Oak
Angeles National Forest, California
About this campground
Just northwest of the Los Angeles metro area, Mountain Oak provides a scenic and relaxing destination for camping, hiking, picnicking and wildlife viewing.
Escape to Mountain Oak Campground in the Angeles National Forest for a restful, refreshing getaway from city life.
At an elevation of 6,400 feet, Mountain Oak is shaded by oak, ponderosa and sugar pines in the Angeles National Forest.
Map
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- Latitude
- 34.394722° N
- Longitude
- 117.729444° W
Know before you arrive
Access, sites & campground features
Official facility and campsite inventory, supplemented by clearly marked community reports when the official listing does not publish the detail.
Access
- Drive-in
Site types
- Tent sites
- RV / trailer sites
- Standard campsites
Features
For campers
- Toilets
- Drinking water
- Picnic table
- FiresUse only when the current order allows flame
- Food storage
- Trash serviceVerify whether the assigned site is pack-in/pack-out
- Firewood available
- Alcohol allowedCommunity report
- Pets allowedDogs are allowed in developed Forest Service recreation sites when restrained, crated or caged, or on a leash no longer than six feet. Posted site restrictions still apply.
- Reservable
For vehicles
- Paved parking
- Back-in sitesCommunity report
- Sanitary dumpCommunity report
Official campground guide
Plan with the full campground details
Facility information, site rules, booking windows, and published rates. Source snapshot checked Oct 18, 2026.
Overview
Escape to Mountain Oak Campground in the Angeles National Forest for a restful, refreshing getaway from city life. Just northwest of the Los Angeles metro area, Mountain Oak provides a scenic and relaxing destination for camping, hiking, picnicking and wildlife viewing.
The campground is also near Jackson Lake for easy access to fishing, canoeing and swimming.
Facilities
The single-loop campground provides lots of shade from towering trees but minimal privacy from neighboring campgrounds. Ground cover is mostly pine needles and leaves.
Bear-proof food containers are provided at each campground and amenities include picnic table, grills and flush toilets. Drinking water is also available.
A camp host is on-site, offering firewood for sale.
Recreation
Swim or canoe in the refreshing waters of Jackson Lake, the only lake near Wrightwood. The lake is stocked with trout and bluegills. Powerboating is not permitted in the lake, so the setting is peaceful and quiet.
Hikers can find trails near the campground.
Natural Features
At an elevation of 6,400 feet, Mountain Oak is shaded by oak, ponderosa and sugar pines in the Angeles National Forest. This forest, spanning across most of the San Gabriel Mountains, provides a striking backdrop for the Los Angeles area.
Jackson Lake spans just 3 acres and lies in the San Gabriel Mountains. Formed by the San Andreas fault, the lake is primarily fed by snow runoff from the mountains and is hugged by grass and sand beaches. The lake is ideal for listening to nature's soundtrack, complete with sounds of birds singing and leaves rustling in mountain breezes.
A diverse variety of animal life exists in Angeles National Forest, such as bobcat, mountain lion, bear and Nelson bighorn sheep. Many species of birds and smaller
animals also inhabit the forest.
Nearby Attractions
• The Angeles Crest Highway, part of California State Route 2, is a scenic byway that meanders through oak thickets, chaparral, high desert landscapes and pine tree forests.
• The ski resort town of Wrightwood is very close by. Restaurants and a disc golf course can be found at the North Resort.
• Take a hike on the Blue Ridge Trail or the Pacific Crest Trail. The Pacific Crest Trail is an impressive path that starts in Mexico and zigzags its way through Angeles and continues north across California, Oregon and Washington.
• Visit the Mountain High Downhill Bike Park.
Activities & amenities
What Recreation.gov or the campground’s official source specifically lists.
Available activities
- Swimming Site
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Camping
- Boating
- Birding
- Scenic Drive
- Canoeing
- Mountain Biking
- Biking
Amenities and facility features
- Flush toilets
- Potable water
- Picnic tables
- Site fire ring or grillUse only when the current order allows flame
- Wildlife-resistant food storage
- Trash serviceVerify whether the assigned site is pack-in/pack-out
- Campfire Rings
- Drinking Water
- Firewood Vender
- Food Storage Locker
- Grocery Store
- Host
- Lake Access
- Paved Parking
- Picnic Area
- Self Pay Station
- Trash Collection
Recreation sites
Published inventory grouped by site type. Individual sites can have stricter limits.
Standard Non-Electric
14 sites- Reservation type
- Site-Specific
- Equipment
- RV, Tent, Trailer
- Maximum people
- 16
- Maximum vehicles
- 4
- Maximum vehicle length
- 38 ft
- Check-in
- 2:00 PM
- Check-out
- 11:00 AM
- Accessible sites
- None flagged in site inventory
Management
14 sites- Reservation type
- Non Site-Specific, Site-Specific
- Equipment
- RV, Tent, Trailer
- Maximum people
- 8
- Maximum vehicles
- 2
- Maximum vehicle length
- 38 ft
- Check-in
- 0:00 AM, 2:00 PM
- Check-out
- 0:00 AM, 11:00 AM
- Accessible sites
- None flagged in site inventory
Site rules, inventory & rates
Facility rules, inventory procedures, and price seasons published by the official source.
Site rules
- Maximum stay
- 14 nights
- Reservation cutoff
- 2 day(s) prior to arrival
- Maximum published occupancy
- 16 people per site
- Maximum published vehicles
- 4 vehicles per site
- Check-in
- 2:00 PM, 0:00 AM
- Check-out
- 11:00 AM, 0:00 AM
- Food storage
- Mountain Oak's official facility record checked 2026-10-16 does not publish a food-storage method; confirm the posted rule with Angeles National Forest.
- Fire and stove use
- The current official campground record does not publish a campground-specific fire or stove rule. Check current posted restrictions before using any flame.
- Pets
- Dogs are allowed in developed Forest Service recreation sites when restrained, crated or caged, or on a leash no longer than six feet. Posted site restrictions still apply.
Inventory window
Recreation.gov publishes a rolling booking window. The dates below are the official snapshot captured for this catalog build.
- Currently bookable through
- Nov 8, 2026
- Next release
- Nov 9, 2026, 7:00 AM PST
- Next book-through date
- May 9, 2027
- Group sites bookable through
- Oct 18, 2027
Published seasons & rates
| Season | Site type | Nightly rate | Additional person | Deposit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peak SeasonMay 8, 2026 – Oct 31, 2026 | Management | $30 | — | — |
| Peak SeasonMay 8, 2026 – Oct 31, 2026 | Management | $30 | — | — |
| Peak SeasonMay 8, 2026 – Oct 31, 2026 | Standard Non-Electric | $30 | — | — |
| Peak SeasonMay 8, 2026 – Oct 31, 2026 | Standard Non-Electric | $60 | — | — |
| Peak SeasonNov 1, 2026 – Nov 8, 2026 | Management | $30 | — | — |
| Peak SeasonNov 1, 2026 – Nov 8, 2026 | Management | $30 | — | — |
| Peak SeasonNov 1, 2026 – Nov 8, 2026 | Standard Non-Electric | $30 | — | — |
| Peak SeasonNov 1, 2026 – Nov 8, 2026 | Standard Non-Electric | $60 | — | — |
| Peak SeasonMay 9, 2027 – Oct 29, 2027 | Management | $30 | — | — |
| Peak SeasonMay 9, 2027 – Oct 29, 2027 | Management | $30 | — | — |
| Peak SeasonMay 9, 2027 – Oct 29, 2027 | Standard Non-Electric | $30 | — | — |
| Peak SeasonMay 9, 2027 – Oct 29, 2027 | Standard Non-Electric | $60 | — | — |
| Peak SeasonMay 9, 2028 – Oct 29, 2028 | Management | $30 | — | — |
| Peak SeasonMay 9, 2028 – Oct 29, 2028 | Management | $30 | — | — |
| Peak SeasonMay 9, 2028 – Oct 29, 2028 | Standard Non-Electric | $30 | — | — |
| Peak SeasonMay 9, 2028 – Oct 29, 2028 | Standard Non-Electric | $60 | — | — |
Important facility notices
Read these with current closure and fire notices before departure.
- It is advised that transportation remain on-site with your group in case of emergency evacuations.
- Fire restrictions may be enforced due to dry conditions.
- Bears frequent the area; all food must be kept in approved containers
- Limit 2 vehicles per campsite; extra vehicles will be charged a fee
- This facility has first-come, first-served sites
- Click here for more information about Angeles National Forest
- Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov.
Getting there & contact
Official directions
From Wrightwood, CA, take State Rt. 2 west 2.4 miles to Palmdale/Jackson Lake sign (County Rt. N4/Pines Highway). Turn right onto Rt. N4 and go 3.1 miles to campground sign. Turn right into campground.
Facility contact
760-249-3526