THORN MEADOWS
Seasonal campground operating May through December. As of July 2023, vehicle access was closed due to storm damage on the access road, with walk-in access only until repairs are completed. Current road conditions should be verified with the Mt. Pinos Ranger District before planning a trip.
Extreme Heat Watch issued July 20 at 12:26PM PDT until July 27 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, temperatures between 93 to 103 expected. For the Extreme Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions with temperatures between 97 and 107 possible. * WHERE...A portion of southwest California. * WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, from 10 AM to 8 PM PDT Wednesday. For the Extreme Heat Watch, from Wednesday evening through Monday evening. * IMPACTS...There is a high risk for dangerous heat illness for anyone, especially for the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning, and those active outdoors. There is a high risk for heat illness for sensitive populations including the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning, and those active outdoors.
Heat Advisory issued July 20 at 12:26PM PDT until July 22 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, temperatures between 93 to 103 expected. For the Extreme Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions with temperatures between 97 and 107 possible. * WHERE...A portion of southwest California. * WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, from 10 AM to 8 PM PDT Wednesday. For the Extreme Heat Watch, from Wednesday evening through Monday evening. * IMPACTS...There is a high risk for dangerous heat illness for anyone, especially for the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning, and those active outdoors. There is a high risk for heat illness for sensitive populations including the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning, and those active outdoors.
National Forest System Roads
Follow California Vehicle Code on National Forest System Roads
About
Thorn Meadows Campground sits at the end of Forest Road 7N03C in a remote corner of Los Padres National Forest, approximately 9 miles south of Lockwood Valley and 23 miles west of Frazier Park. At 5,000 feet elevation, the campground occupies a mountain meadow setting near the edge of the Sespe Wilderness. Established in 1961, this primitive site caters particularly to equestrians with a public pipe corral. The campground offers four sites equipped with tables and stoves. Facilities are basic: a single vault toilet serves the area, but there is no potable water, so campers must pack in all water needed. The primary attraction is access to Trail 21W07, which climbs steeply from the meadow to the abandoned Thorn Point Fire Lookout, offering 360-degree views of the surrounding wilderness. High-clearance vehicles are strongly recommended for the access road. The campground operates seasonally from May through December. A campfire permit is required for any fire or stove use outside designated sites. No Adventure Pass is required for parking or camping.
Directions
From Frazier Park, travel west approximately 23 miles via Lockwood Valley Road. Turn south onto Forest Road 7N03C and continue approximately 8 miles to the campground at the end of the spur road. High-clearance vehicle recommended.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (661) 245-3731 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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