Circle X Ranch Group Campground
Circle X Ranch Group Campground is a national park campground in California. Hookups: water.
- Type
- National park campground
- Location
- California
- Coordinates
- 34.10972, -118.93722
- Hookups
- Water
- Activities
- Biking, Camping, Climbing, Hiking, Picnicking, Visitor Center, Wildlife Viewing
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 805-370-2301
Amenities
- Reservable sites
Only amenities a source confirms are listed; an amenity missing here is unknown, not absent.
About Circle X Ranch Group Campground
Overview Circle X Ranch Group Campground is closed until further notice. There is no estimated re-opening date. Are you searching for a weekend getaway with mountain overlooks and sunny, sandy beaches? Your vacation destination may be a short drive from Los Angeles, California! Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area offers many opportunities to shake off the stresses of city life and immerse yourself in the beauty of nature. Recreation Travel one of the many trails that wind through this rare coastal Mediterranean ecosystem. The plants you see here, such as coastal sage scrub and mixed chaparral, are adapted to hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. Keep an eye out for red shank chaparral, a tree-like shrub with reddish-brown bark, clusters of thread-like leaves, and small bunches of white flowers in July and August. From the dry, rocky slopes near Sandstone Peak to the lush fern-studded Grotto, Circle X Ranch provides a wide variety of recreational possibilities. Linger here for a while, and experience the ambiance of this secluded mountain retreat. Facilities Circle X Ranch Group Campground is closed until further notice. There is no estimated re-opening date. Located below the Ranger Contact Station at Cirlce X Ranch. Check-in here with park staff before heading down to your campsite. Natural Features Tucked in the canyons above Malibu and nestled below majestic Boney Mountain, you will find Circle X Ranch. This former Boy Scout camp offers many opportu
Cell coverage
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- Lake Casitas Recreation Area · 31 mi
- Water fill
- Elkay Hydration Station · 35 mi
- Propane
- Lava Propane · 37 mi
- Low clearances
- 1 bridges or tunnels at 14 ft or less within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Circle X Ranch Group Campground | Private campground | under 0.1 mi | — | — |
| Circle X Ranch Campground - CLOSED | National park campground | 0.6 mi | $9–$125 | — |
| Camp Bloomfield | Private campground | 2.5 mi | — | — |
| Sycamore Group Multi-Use Area | Private campground | 3.2 mi | — | — |
| Danielson Group Multi-Use Campground | Private campground | 3.4 mi | — | — |
| Decker Canyon Camp | Private campground | 3.7 mi | — | — |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.