California · published-coordinate region
Chuchupate Campground
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USDA Forest Service29Supported overnight records
1Published site categories
29Sites with a reported party limit
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A closer look at the campground
Overview
Nestled near the Tejon Pass, your escape from the city to this remote and beautiful high desert hide-away awaits. This perfectly primitive-style campground is a favorite "retreat from the heat." Conveniently located, Chuchupate Campground is just minutes from Los Angeles. Ditch the cell phone and the laptop, and leave the grind behind. Following a serpentine ascent to Chuchupate, you will take in views of the Lockwood Valley; through the pines you can glimpse Frazier Mountain and the Tehachapi Mountains.Recreation
Hikers who want a bit of a challenge can make a day trip from Chuchupate Campground up the Frazier Mountain Trail with some panoramic views of Lockwood Valley and the high desert. The lower portion of the hike is almost entirely exposed and can be hot during the summer, but the upper half is pleasantly shaded. The Dark Sky element at Chuchupate makes it a favorite for star gazing. This campground also offers access to miles of OHV recreation.Facilities
This seasonal campground is open daily May through November. There are 29 single and spaciously situated campsites ideal for tent camping, and RVs under 24 ft. Campfires are allowed only in designated fire rings. Pets are allowed. You should plan to be completely self-sustained for the duration of your trip. There is no potable water or electricity onsite. There is no dump station. This is a "dry" campground with six vault toilets. The road through the campground is narrow in places and long trailers are not advised due to obstructions and difficult angles into the campsites.Natural Features
Chuchupate is the Chumash name for California rock parsnip or celery weed, a yellow-flowered plant that grows amidst the scrub-oak and manzanita here. During the late spring, the hillside is accented by wildflowers including Matilija poppies, Indian paintbrush and lupines. The campground is sufficiently shaded by hearty pinyon pines.
Nearby Attractions
Trails, beautiful views, biking, hiking, off-road vehicle riding all within minutes. There is a small market, deli and pizza parlor at the intersection of Lockwood Valley Road and Cuddy Valley Road. Frazier Park located nearby offers several other dining options.
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How much is documented?
Reported fields across the 29 supported campsite records here. A reported value can still need interpretation; missing values remain unknown in the planner.
Party limit
29
Vehicle limit
29
Vehicle length
29
Driveway entry
29
Shade
29
Bars show counts, not a quality, accessibility or suitability score.
The campsite mix
Standard Nonelectric
29
Operator directions
From Los Angeles: Take I-5 north past the Gorman exit to Frazier Mountain Park Road exit. Go west on Frazier Mountain Park Road for 7 miles to the intersection of Lockwood Valley Road. Turn left and proceed 3 miles to Frazier Mountain Road (FS 8N04). Proceed 3 miles past the Chuchupate Ranger Station.
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THE ACTUAL SITES
29 published campsite records
Raw published values are shown below, including zeros and ambiguous text. They are not validated capacities. The planner keeps missing, zero and questionable dimensions unknown.
View all 29 published site records
| SITE / LOOP | TYPE | EQUIPMENT LIMITS | PEOPLE / VEHICLES | DRIVEWAY | ELECTRIC / SHADE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Site 01 Loop 1 Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 25 ft Tent: 25 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 25 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 02 Loop 1 Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 25 ft Tent: 25 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 25 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 03 Loop 1 Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 25 ft Tent: 25 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 25 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 04 Loop 1 Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 25 ft Tent: 25 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 25 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 05 Loop 1 Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 26 ft Tent: 26 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 35 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 06 Loop 1 Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 26 ft Tent: 26 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 35 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 07 Loop 1 Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 26 ft Tent: 26 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 35 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 08 Loop 1 Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 26 ft Tent: 26 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 35 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 09 Loop 1 Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 26 ft Tent: 26 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 35 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 10 Loop 1 Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 26 ft Tent: 26 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 30 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 11 Loop 1 Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 25 ft Tent: 25 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 25 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 12 Loop 1 Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 22 ft Tent: 22 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 22 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 13 Loop 2 Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 26 ft Tent: 26 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 40 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 14 Loop 2 Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 22 ft Tent: 22 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 22 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 15 Loop 2 Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 26 ft Tent: 26 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 16 Loop 2 Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 25 ft Tent: 25 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 25 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 17 Loop 2 Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 26 ft Tent: 26 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 40 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 18 Loop 2 Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 26 ft Tent: 26 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 40 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 19 Loop 2 Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 26 ft Tent: 26 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 60 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 20 Loop 2 Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 22 ft Tent: 22 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 22 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 21 Loop 2 Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 26 ft Tent: 26 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 30 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 22 Loop 2 Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 26 ft Tent: 26 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 45 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 23 Loop 2 Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 26 ft Tent: 26 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 30 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 24 Loop 2 Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 26 ft Tent: 26 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 33 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 25 Loop 2 Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 26 ft Tent: 26 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 36 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 26 Loop 2 Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 20 ft Tent: 20 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 20 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 27 Loop 2 Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 26 ft Tent: 26 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 28 Loop 2 Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 26 ft Tent: 26 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 40 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 29 Loop 2 Source updated: 2025-12-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 24 ft Tent: 24 ft Numeric screening only | 6 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 24 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
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