Chilao Campgrounds
USFS · Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Hours
- Open 24 hours/day
- Reservations
- fs.usda.gov
- Coordinates
- 34.3211, -118.0158
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
Chilao Campground sits at an elevation of 5,300 feet, giving campers majestic panoramas of nearby Vetter Lookout and Big Tujunga Canyon. The campground offers two different loops for tent camping: Little Pines and Manzanita. Each loop offers approximately 40 sites for camping. Manzanita is used for overflow during winter months. Little Pines is open year-round dependent on winter and/or road conditions. Wildlife is very active in this area and campers should ensure they secure their food when site is unattended. Amenities: 84campsites spread out over 2 loops. Vault toilets. Piped water. Dumpsters. Hiking: Access to the Silver Moccasin Trail RV 's: Maximum RV length is 40 '- No hookups.
From the USFS.
Is Chilao Campgrounds free?
No. Chilao Campgrounds charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through fs.usda.gov.
How do I get to Chilao Campgrounds?
From Interstate 210 and CA-2 proceed 25.1 miles north on CA-2 to forest service road 3N21 Chilao Road. Turn left onto 3N21 and proceed 0.2 miles to the west. Campground entrance will be on the left.
Nearby
- COULTER GROUP CAMPGROUND0.2 mi
- MEADOW GROUP CAMPGROUND0.2 mi
- Horse Flats Campground1.5 mi
- BANDIDO GROUP CAMPGROUND1.8 mi
- Sulphur Springs Campground3.4 mi
- Mt. Pacifico Campground4.4 mi
- West Fork Trail Camp5.5 mi
- Devore Campground5.5 mi
No other services within 50 mi on the record.
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
