Lightning Point Campground
USFS · Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Hours
- Closed
- Reservations
- recreation.gov
- Coordinates
- 34.3719, -118.1831
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
6200-foot elevation. 6 sites which accommodate approximately 240 campers. All sites have group-sized tables. Added features include horse corrals, large gathering areas, and a short and easy nature trail. Hiking on the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail. The area is behind a locked gate, and is available for use starting the 3rd weekend in April through October 31 (weather permitting). Sites 5 and 6 will only be available May 1 through October 31.
From the USFS.Official page
Is Lightning Point Campground free?
No. Lightning Point Campground charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through recreation.gov.
How do I get to Lightning Point Campground?
From Interstate 210 in La Canada, exit onto the Angeles Crest Highway (HWY2) and drive northeast for approximately 10 miles to the intersection of the Angeles Crest Highway and the Angeles Forest Highway (County Road N3). Turn left (north) on to the Angeles Forest Highway and drive approximately 12 miles to the Santa Clara Divide Road at Mill Creek Summit. Turn left (west) onto the Santa Clara Divide and continue for approximately 11 miles to the campground.
Nearby
- LIGHTNING POINT GROUP CAMPGROUND0.0 mi
- Messenger Flats Campground0.6 mi
- Monte Cristo Campground4.6 mi
- Mt. Pacifico Campground8.6 mi
- Bear Canyon Campground9.5 mi
- MEADOW GROUP CAMPGROUND10.0 mi
- COULTER GROUP CAMPGROUND10.0 mi
- Horse Flats Campground10.1 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.
