Lake Campground

Featured amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Fire Pit Fire Pit

Available sites

6 total sites

About Lake Campground

Lake Campground offers an excellent escape from the city, just a short drive northeast of the Los Angeles metro area. It's set on the shores of Jackson Lake, providing a scenic, peaceful setting for fishing, swimming and canoeing in Angeles National Forest. Visitors enjoy exploring the Angeles Crest Scenic Byway, which offers incredible views of oak thickets, high desert landscapes, chaparral and pine forests.

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - May 8 to Oct 31

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Fire Pit Fire Pit
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
  • Restrooms
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
  • BBQ
  • Fire Pit
  • Firewood Available
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

6 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: AREA LAKE CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 002, Loop: AREA LAKE CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
🚐 003, Loop: AREA LAKE CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 004, Loop: AREA LAKE CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 005, Loop: AREA LAKE CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 006, Loop: AREA LAKE CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In

Reviews (80)

What Guests Are Saying

Lake Campground is a clean and quiet facility, conveniently located just a short walk from the lake, making it a great spot for camping. Most campers enjoyed their stay, praising the friendly ranger and the overall pleasant atmosphere. However, some sites, particularly number 5, are near the pit toilets and may have unpleasant odors, and the terrain can be uneven at times.

Review Summary

3.8
80 reviews
5
45.0%
36
4
20.0%
16
3
10.0%
8
2
17.5%
14
1
7.5%
6

Arisara W

Verified

July 29, 2020 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: AREA LAKE CAMPGROUND

3

Clean toilets, close to the lake, easy to get to. Only issue is how close the road the site is.

Arisara W

Verified

July 29, 2020 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: AREA LAKE CAMPGROUND

3

Too close to the main road. Lots of motorcycles and cars passing through in the morning, hard to sleep in. Nice to have the lake (more like a pond) super close, toilets are well maintained and clean. Had a little issues with bugs flying around but nothing unbearable with enough bug spray.

Katherine R

Verified

July 31, 2020 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: AREA LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

We came here during 4th of July weekend. I was surprised how small this campground was (we counted about 10 or less campsites?) It was quiet and peaceful during this weekend. Up the road (en route to Wrightwood), you can find hikes, which we did, and there is a small grocery store in Wrightwood that had a good beer selection :). Our campground was on a tiny slope, so we kept sliding, however, it is pretty spacious and lots of beautiful trees surrounding you. We definitely will be back.

Katherine R

Verified

July 31, 2020 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: AREA LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

We came here during 4th of July weekend. I was surprised how small this campground was (we counted about 10 or less campsites?) It was quiet and peaceful during this weekend. Up the road (en route to Wrightwood), you can find hikes, which we did, and there is a small grocery store in Wrightwood that had a good beer selection :). Our campground was on a tiny slope, so we kept sliding, however, it is pretty spacious and lots of beautiful trees surrounding you. We definitely will be back.

Jason A

Verified

August 6, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA LAKE CAMPGROUND

4

Very quiet little campground very close to the lake. Unfortunately, due to COVID, the lake has not been stocked with fish making it hard to catch anything outside of small bluegill. The campground is about 15 mins out of Wrightwood which is a beautiful and friendly little town. Make sure to utilize the provided bear boxes as there are bears walking around in the area (you will see them as you camp).

Jason A

Verified

August 6, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA LAKE CAMPGROUND

4

Very quiet little campground very close to the lake. Unfortunately, due to COVID, the lake has not been stocked with fish making it hard to catch anything outside of small bluegill. The campground is about 15 mins out of Wrightwood which is a beautiful and friendly little town. Make sure to utilize the provided bear boxes as there are bears walking around in the area (you will see them as you camp).

Brenda D

Verified

May 26, 2021 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: AREA LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Beautiful area to camp. Very peaceful and not a lot of people.

Brenda D

Verified

May 26, 2021 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: AREA LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Beautiful area to camp. Very peaceful and not a lot of people.

Andrea C

Verified

June 20, 2021 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: AREA LAKE CAMPGROUND

2

It was very dry when we went. Lake was low and there was evidence of a recent fire a few miles away. The site was well kept and the location was quiet. We ended up leaving early because it was too hot even though the site was well shaded.

Andrea C

Verified

June 20, 2021 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: AREA LAKE CAMPGROUND

2

It was very dry when we went. Lake was low and there was evidence of a recent fire a few miles away. The site was well kept and the location was quiet. We ended up leaving early because it was too hot even though the site was well shaded.

Location & Directions for Lake Campground

22234 Big Pines Hwy, Wrightwood, CA 92397 United States

Elevation: 1,891 ft

Getting There

From Wrightwood, turn left on CA-2 W/Angeles Crest Highway and drive for 3.6 mi. Then turn right onto Big Pines Highway and drive 2.7 mi. Look for signs into the campground.

Nearest town

Wrightwood, CA - 6.3 mi

About 11 min to downtown

Highway access

Lake Campground is accessible via CA-2 W/Angeles Crest Highway, which connects to the nearby community of Wrightwood. Big Pines Highway provides direct access to the campground.

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Last updated: October 17, 2026

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