Open for the season. The campground operates late April or early May through the first week of November and is closed during winter months. Some sites are reservable through Recreation.gov while others are first-come, first-served. A Big Pines Pass from Mountain High Resort is required; Adventure Pass and Interagency Passes are not accepted.
Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
Fire Danger Level Elevated to "High"
Effective June 12, 2026, fire danger levels have increased to “HIGH” at the Angeles National Forest, which includes the San Gabriel Mountains National Monument. Visit our Newsroom Webpage to read the full press release.
About
Mountain Oak Campground offers a peaceful retreat in the Angeles National Forest, just northwest of the Los Angeles metro area. Situated at 6,200 feet elevation in the San Gabriel Mountains, the campground is shaded by oak, ponderosa, and sugar pines. The 17 sites are equipped with picnic tables, fire pits, and bear-proof food containers, with flush toilets and potable water from a hand pump available on site. The campground provides convenient access to Jackson Lake, a 3-acre lake formed by the San Andreas fault and stocked with trout and bluegill. Powerboating is prohibited, making it ideal for peaceful swimming, canoeing, and fishing. Hikers can access trails near the campground, including portions of the Blue Ridge Trail and the Pacific Crest Trail. The campground is operated by Mountain High Resort and requires a Big Pines Pass for parking; Adventure Passes and Interagency Passes are not accepted. Groceries and services are available in Wrightwood, approximately 8 miles away. The nearby ski resort town of Wrightwood also offers restaurants and recreational activities.
Directions
From Wrightwood, take CA State Route 2 west 2.4 miles to the Palmdale/Jackson Lake sign at County Route N4 (Big Pines Highway). Turn right onto N4 and continue 3.1 miles. The campground entrance is on the right.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $30 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 38ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 38ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (760) 316-7828 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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