Van-tested notes
Most accessible free camping from LA. Canyon walls can block sun in morning. Arrive before dark.
Know before you go
- No cell service — download maps offline
- Fire season closures Jun–Nov
The facts
Cost
Free
Legal status
legal
Distance from LA
28 mi · ~0.8 hr drive
Elevation
2,500 ft
Season
year round
Van access
easy
Safety score
8/10
Last verified
2026-03
Cell signal
Verizonweak
AT&Tweak
T-Mobilenone
Amenities
Creek accessShadeFlat pulloutsWhere it is
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