Chilao Campgrounds
Chilao Campgrounds is a national forest campground in California.
- Type
- National forest campground
- Location
- California
- Coordinates
- 34.32112, -118.01585
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Website
- www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/angeles/recarea/?recid=41780
About Chilao Campgrounds
Chilao Campground sits at an elevation of 5,300 feet, giving campers majestic panoramas of nearby Vetter Lookout and Big Tujunga Canyon. The campground offers two different loops for tent camping: Little Pines and Manzanita. Each loop offers approximately 40 sites for camping. Manzanita is used for overflow during winter months. Little Pines is open year-round dependent on winter and/or road conditions. Wildlife is very active in this area and campers should ensure they secure their food when site is unattended. Amenities: 84campsites spread out over 2 loops. Vault toilets. Piped water. Dumpsters. Hiking: Access to the Silver Moccasin Trail RV 's: Maximum RV length is 40 '- No hookups.
Cell coverage
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Water fill
- Elkay Hydration Station · 22 mi
- Propane
- American Gas - Mini Mart · 15 mi
- Low clearances
- 2 bridges or tunnels at 14 ft or less within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Site #9 | Private campground | under 0.1 mi | — | — |
| Site #4 | Private campground | 0.1 mi | — | — |
| Coulter Group Campground | National forest campground | 0.2 mi | — | No hookups |
| Coulter Group Campground | Private campground | 0.2 mi | — | — |
| Chilao Campground | Private campground | 0.2 mi | — | — |
| Meadow Group Campground | National forest campground | 0.2 mi | — | No hookups |
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Sources. USFS and BLM recreation sites. Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.