I want to go camping near a lake, river, or a beach where we can go swiiming or maybe fishing.
Thanks!!
2007-07-08 08:20:11 · 9 answers · asked by Gia D Carlo 1 in Travel ➔ United States ➔ Los Angeles
most places around la will require reservation through reserve america. you need to make your reservations at least 2 days in advance but honestly most places are very booked this time of year. i do know of three places that almost arent ever booked (trust me... i go camping alot, i have researched this subject alot)
San onofri state beach is the first one. its by san diego right next to camp penalton. its very very long so they almost always have spots open. its right on the beach but sometimes the tide can get a little rough there so be careful if you decide to swim there. $25 most nights
Next is Bogart park. its in the inland empire in cherry valley, about 2 hours away from la. its very secluded so the camp is never booked. they have a small pond and hiking trails. they also have a nice medow and playground if you have kids. just be careful of the bears! $12 most nights
Lake perris in Perris california also has camping. its about 1 1/2 hour from la. the lake at lake perris is huge. you can fish there and swim. you can also bring a boat if you have one. $25 most nights
2007-07-08 12:07:22 · answer #1 · answered by Amanda M 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The closest campgrounds to LA are Doheney State Beach and Leo Carillo. However, I prefer Carpinteria, Doheney, El Capitan, and Refugio. Sycamore Canyon was burned by a fire a few years ago. Mc Grath is a HIKE to the beach.
You will need to go to reserveamerica.com to make reservations. Good luck, you'll need it. The summer books up at 8 AM January 1st.
2007-07-08 19:27:59 · answer #2 · answered by Capt. Obvious 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mcgrath, Leo Carrillo, Sycamore Canyon, Carpenteria
2007-07-08 09:03:34 · answer #3 · answered by copestir 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tons of places. Lake Perris, Castiac Lake, Leo Carrillo beach, Gavoita, Doheny, Dockweiler, San Onofre. to name a few.
2007-07-08 15:13:19 · answer #4 · answered by kingsley 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lake Piru near Santa Clarita is great.
2007-07-08 19:30:03 · answer #5 · answered by California Vet Tech 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to Big Bear! It is beautiful; it is located in the mountains next to a lake next to Palm Springs and LA.
2007-07-08 09:55:51 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check out Huntington Beach, just north of Newport Beach in Orange County (off Pacific Coast Highway). They have bonfire pits and restrooms.
2007-07-08 09:20:18 · answer #7 · answered by ashworth102680 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
best place is McGrath Beach State Park in Oxnard.
it's 30 miles north of LA, but a great place.
you can look it up on ca state park website. reservations available.
2007-07-08 08:29:12 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lake Cachuma in Santa Barbara county is really restful and secenic.
2007-07-08 15:58:59 · answer #9 · answered by ✿Donna❀ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋