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17 nearby parks, towns and places to explore, ordered by straight-line distance.
State park19 miles northwest · straight-line distance
Natural reserve in California.
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23 miles southwest · straight-line distance
State park in Los Angeles County, California.
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29 miles south · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr by car (45 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
City in Los Angeles County, California, United States.
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Town30 miles southwest · straight-line distanceAbout 55 min by car (51 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
City in Los Angeles County, State of California, United States.
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30 miles south · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr by car (45 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
City in Los Angeles County, California, United States.
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Ski area35 miles southeast · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 45 min by car (85 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
Ski resort in Southern California.
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38 miles south · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 5 min by car (58 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
Protected area.
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Things to do40 miles southwest · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr by car (55 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
Campus of the Getty Museum and other programs of the Getty Trust in Los Angeles.
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42 miles southeast · straight-line distance
Waterfalls on Bonita Creek in San Bernardino County, California.
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Town44 miles southwest · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 5 min by car (61 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
Beachfront city in Los Angeles County, California, United States.
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47 miles southwest · straight-line distance
State park of California, United States.
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National park site51 miles northwest · straight-line distance
U.S. National Monument in Keene, Kern County, California.
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Things to do54 miles south · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 30 min by car (78 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
American theme park in California owned by The Walt Disney Company.
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61 miles south · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 30 min by car (86 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
Public beach in San Pedro, Los Angeles, United States.
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Ski area66 miles east · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 50 min by car (87 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
Ski resort in Running Springs, California, United States.
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Outdoors84 miles south · straight-line distance
Island in Los Angeles County, California, United States.
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National park site108 miles southwest · straight-line distance
National park of the United States.
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40 recreation areas and campgrounds within 67 miles, from Recreation.gov. Filter by what you want to do.
15 miles south · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 10 min by car (25 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Lightning Point Campground sits at an elevation of 6,100 feet, about 25 miles southeast of Palmdale and roughly 35 miles north of the San Fernando Valley.
BirdingCampingHikingHorse CampingHorseback ridingMountain Biking
17 miles south · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr by car (43 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Located along Santa Clara Divide Road in the Angeles National Forest, Bandido Group Campground sits among fragrant Jeffrey pines in the upper montane zone of the San Gabriel Mountains National Monument.
BikingCampingHikingHorseback ridingMountain Biking
18 miles west · straight-line distanceAbout 35 min by car (21 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Campground
CampingPicnicking
19 miles south · straight-line distanceAbout 50 min by car (38 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Nestled within the San Gabriel Mountains National Monument, Coulter Group Campground offers a secluded forest setting ideal for family reunions, youth groups, scout troops, and other organized gatherings.
BikingCampingHiking
19 miles south · straight-line distanceAbout 50 min by car (38 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Meadow Group Campground is located off State Highway 2 between the Manzanita Loop of the Chilao Campground and the Chilao Ranger Station, 26 miles north of the 210 Freeway in La Canada, California.
BikingBirdingCampingHikingRanger programsWildlife viewing
20 miles southeast · straight-line distanceAbout 40 min by car (24 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Sycamore Flat Campground is a small, developed campground located in the Big Rock Creek Recreation Area of the Angeles National Forest.
BirdingCampingPhotographyScenic DriveWater Access
20 miles west · straight-line distanceAbout 40 min by car (25 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Closed. Please call the Acton Work Center at (661) 269-2808 for information.
CampingPicnicking
21 miles southeast · straight-line distanceAbout 55 min by car (25 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
At a Glance: 4,500-foot elevation 21 sites RV's up to 16' No water Vault toilets Campsites are first-come, first-served What to Expect South Fork Campground on the backside of the San Gabriel Mountains is a hidden gem in the Mojave Desert.
CampingPicnicking
23 miles southeast · straight-line distanceAbout 2 hr 5 min by car (86 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Deer Group Campground is a great place to bring an extended family or large group.
BikingBoatingCampingFishingHikingSwimmingWater sports
24 miles southeast · straight-line distanceAbout 2 hr by car (84 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Crystal Lake is open, however, campsites are no longer available for reservation on Recreation.gov. Campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
CampingFishingHiking
24 miles southeast · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr by car (43 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Jackson Flats is a group camping facility located next to beautiful Grassy Hollow Visitor Center, which holds numerous nature programs, hikes and activities on Saturdays during the summer.
BirdingCampingHiking
25 miles southeast · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 45 min by car (77 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Coldbrook Campground offers 22 shaded campsites* at the intersection of Coldbrook and Soldier Creeks that are open year round.
CampingPicnickingRecreational Vehicles
25 miles southeast · straight-line distanceAbout 45 min by car (30 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Escape to Mountain Oak Campground in the Angeles National Forest for a restful, refreshing getaway from city life.
BikingBirdingBoatingCampingCanoeingFishingHikingMountain Biking
25 miles west · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 25 min by car (29 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Closed Campground.
CampingPicnicking
26 miles southeast · straight-line distanceAbout 45 min by car (31 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Lake Campground offers an excellent escape from the city, just a short drive northeast of the Los Angeles metro area.
BikingCampingHikingMountain Biking
26 miles southeast · straight-line distanceAbout 45 min by car (31 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Just northwest of the Los Angeles metro area, Peavine provides a scenic and relaxing destination for camping, hiking, picnicking and wildlife viewing.
BikingCampingHikingMountain Biking
27 miles southwest · straight-line distanceUS Army Corps of Engineers
The City of Los Angeles manages the extensive day-use facilities, including golf and riding stables, are available at this site in the San Fernando Valley.
BoatingHikingHorseback ridingPicnickingWater sportsWildlife viewing
30 miles south · straight-line distanceUSDA Forest Service
BikingCampingFire Lookouts/Cabins OvernightHikingHorse CampingHorseback ridingOff-highway vehiclesPicnicking
33 miles east · straight-line distanceBureau of Land Management
Remember your OUTDOOR ETHICS when enjoying your public lands. Please RECREATE RESPONSIBLY.
BikingCampingHikingOff-highway vehicles
33 miles south · straight-line distanceUS Army Corps of Engineers
Facilities at Santa Fe are operated by Los Angeles County Parks. Swimming, fishing, non-power boating, hiking and picnicking are available. Of interest are the five distinct biological communities within the area.
BoatingFishingPicnickingWater sportsWildlife viewing
35 miles southwest · straight-line distanceUS Army Corps of Engineers
The Sepulveda Dam's recreation facilities are managed by the City of Los Angeles Parks.
BikingBoatingPicnickingWater sportsWildlife viewing
38 miles south · straight-line distanceUS Army Corps of Engineers
This project is managed by Los Angeles County Parks and the City of Pico Rivera. Whittier Narrows has no permanent pool.
BikingBoatingHorseback ridingPicnickingWater sportsWildlife viewing
42 miles west · straight-line distanceFish and Wildlife Service
A high mountain valley encircled by deep canyons, steep ridgelines, and rocky pinnacles, Hopper Mountain National Wildlife Refuge is the gateway into California condor country.
Ranger programs
48 miles south · straight-line distanceUS Army Corps of Engineers
Managed by Orange County, there is no permanent pool, but varied facilities such as fishing, picnic areas, a nature trail, and tennis. The site of the historic oil boom town of Olinda. Adjoins Chino Hills State Park.
FishingHikingPicnickingWildlife viewing
49 miles south · straight-line distanceUS Army Corps of Engineers
The recreation facilities at this project are managed by the City of Fullerton (CA) Community Services. Golf and tennis are main attractions at this project, located among the picturesque rolling hills in the City of Fullerton.
BikingHikingHorseback ridingHotel/Lodge/Resort Privately OwnedPicnicking
49 miles south · straight-line distanceUS Army Corps of Engineers
Managed by Orange County, CA, there are facilities fishing, picnics, nature exhibits, handball and field sports. No permanent pool.
PicnickingWildlife viewing
50 miles north · straight-line distanceBureau of Land Management
With less than 5 inches of precipitation annually, including some snowfall, the dryness of the climate causes rapid evaporation at this site.
Off-highway vehicles
50 miles southwest · straight-line distanceNational Park Service
The Santa Monica Mountains offer easy access to surprisingly wild places. Experience the famous beaches of Malibu or explore more than 500 miles of trails.
BikingCampingClimbingHikingHorseback riding
51 miles north · straight-line distanceBureau of Land Management
The Jawbone Canyon Off-Highway Vehicle Area provides a wide variety of riding opportunities including cross country play, trail riding, and advanced technical hill climbing opportunities.
Accessible Facility Or ActivityBikingCampingHikingHorseback ridingHuntingOff-highway vehiclesPhotography
53 miles east · straight-line distanceUS Army Corps of Engineers
San Bernardino County Parks manages this project in the high desert wilderness at the foot of the San Bernardino Mountains. No permanent pool, but camping and picnicking facilities are available. Access to the Pacific Crest Trail.
Hiking
55 miles northeast · straight-line distanceBureau of Land Management
Harper Lake Subregion covers nearly 115,000 acres of mixed public and private lands.
HikingNature educationPhotographyRanger programsWildlife viewing
55 miles southeast · straight-line distanceUS Army Corps of Engineers
This San Bernardino County Parks managed area is an oasis within one of the fastest growing areas of Southern California. Riverside County and the City of Corona also provide recreation facilities.
BoatingCampingHorseback ridingPicnickingWater sportsWildlife viewing
56 miles east · straight-line distanceBureau of Land Management
Juniper Flats covers 101,272 acres of mixed public and private lands. Located between the Mojave Desert and the forests of the San Bernardino Mountains, Juniper Flats hosts a unique mixture of plants from both environments.
BikingCampingHikingHorseback ridingHuntingNature educationOff-highway vehiclesPhotography
58 miles south · straight-line distanceFish and Wildlife Service
Established in 1972, Seal Beach National Wildlife Refuge is managed by the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service to protect vital coastal habitats for rare and endangered species.
Ranger programs
59 miles north · straight-line distanceBureau of Land Management
From cross-country play in the sandy bowl to steep hill climbs, the Dove Springs OHV area offers over 5,000 acres of open-use public land for you to enjoy.
Accessible Facility Or ActivityBikingCampingHikingHorseback ridingHuntingPhotographyWildlife viewing
59 miles southeast · straight-line distanceUSDA Forest Service
BikingCampingClimbingFishingHikingHorse CampingHorseback ridingHunting
63 miles north · straight-line distanceBureau of Land Management
Bright Star Canyon encloses Kelso Creek and leaves Sequoia National Forest to cross the southern portion of the Bureau of Land Management's Bright Star Wilderness.
CampingHikingHorseback ridingHuntingPhotographyWildernessWildlife viewing
64 miles northeast · straight-line distanceBureau of Land Management
Black Mountain stands at 3,941 feet, a mesa rising above an expanse of desolate, ancient lava flows. The mountain lies in the northwest corner of the Wilderness, and from the summit, the area drops in elevation to 2,080 feet.
CampingHikingHorseback ridingHuntingNature educationPhotographyRanger programsWilderness
64 miles east · straight-line distanceBureau of Land Management
The Sawtooth Mountains Wilderness now contains a total of 33,610 acres and is managed by the Bureau of Land Management. All of the Wilderness is in the state of California.
CampingHikingHuntingPhotographyWildernessWildlife viewing
67 miles northeast · straight-line distanceBureau of Land Management
The Lava Mountains span the northwestern portion of Golden Valley Wilderness, cresting to almost 5,000 feet on Dome Mountain.
CampingHikingHorseback ridingHuntingPhotographyWildernessWildlife viewing
From the National Park Service; closures, dangers and cautions only. Check the park's page before you go.
Recreation areas and campgrounds from Recreation.gov's directory, checked October 9, 2026. Listings are not live availability: check Recreation.gov or the managing agency for open dates, fees, reservations and conditions. Directions go to the listed coordinates, which may not be the entrance. Campground driving times: Powered by Geoapify · © OpenStreetMap contributors.
This guide includes Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve, Placerita Canyon State Park, Glendale, Burbank, Pasadena. Places are ordered by straight-line distance. Confirm visitor access, opening hours and current travel conditions before choosing a trip.
Approximately 19 miles northwest in a straight line. This is not current traffic or a route to a confirmed visitor entrance. Check your route before leaving.
Approximately 23 miles southwest in a straight line. This is not current traffic or a route to a confirmed visitor entrance. Check your route before leaving.
Approximately 29 miles south in a straight line; driving takes about 1 hr over 45 road miles in typical traffic (Geoapify, checked October 2026). This is not current traffic or a route to a confirmed visitor entrance. Check your route before leaving.
Recreation.gov lists 16 campgrounds within 26 miles, including Lightning Point Group Campground (15 miles south), Bandido Group Campground (17 miles south), Streamside Campground (18 miles west). Check Recreation.gov for current availability, seasons and reservations.