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Sycamore Canyon Campground

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Boasting 58 campsites beautifully shaded by giant sycamore trees, the Sycamore Canyon Campground is Point Mugu State Park’s best equipped campground.

Tent and RV sites come with picnic tables and fire rings, plus access to flush toilets, hot showers, and a dump station. The hike-and-bike section caters to carless campers, who will have plenty to explore even without a vehicle thanks to a half-mile walking path leading west to the beach and a trailhead leading east up into Sycamore Canyon. There’s also a nature center and two lifeguard towers at the adjacent Sycamore Cove Beach, making this campground especially family-friendly.

Tips for Snagging a Campsite Reservation

  • All Sycamore Canyon Campground sites are reservable six months in advance.
  • You can reserve sites online or by calling 1-800-444-7275.  
  • Summer is peak season at this popular campground, when sites tend to book out completely. Choice sites also book out during spring break and on all weekends, so plan ahead.

    • When to Go

    Sycamore Canyon Campground’s coastal location makes camping enjoyable year-round. Summers are ideal with long daylight hours to enjoy the park and temperatures in the mid-70s. Prepare for cold nights in the 40s if you’re camping in fall, winter, or spring. Spring visitors may see a wildflower bloom and flowing waters, while winter and spring bring the chance to spot migrating whales off the coast.

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Details BELOW. Surprise loved ones or take a solo trip to Celebrate Life, Holidays, B'Earth Days, Anniversaries, Multi-Generational Family Gatherings, Reunions+++ ALL while... Safely "Social Distancing in Nature." Cross Bull Ranch was Originally A Chumash Indian Village. In 1926 "A Farmer" Named McDougal Came to CA from Santa Fe, NM in Search of A Better Life for He & His Family. Originally 40 Acres The Farm Provided ALL Produce, Dairy, Poultry & Beef to The Topanga Community via The "General Store" Until The End of WW2 IN 1945 when The American Public were Sold Post Military Chemicals as pesticides & fertilizers. It was Then That "Corporations" began Buying Up Fertile Farm Land, Clear Cutting, Mono-Cropping. Creating Corporate "Grocery Store" Chains DESTROYING "The Family Farm." My Son's Father & I Rescued This Land in 1998. It was Derelict. We were Handed A 1' HIGH FILE FULL OF Building Department "Violations" The Oaks were ALL Dying from Lack Of Fresh Air/Oxygen & Sunshine. We Removed (8) 5 TON DUMPSTERS/40 TONS OF GARBAGE INCLUDING: Cars, Car Parts/Tires, Toilets, Jacuzzi Tubs, Dishware, Newspapers, Utensils++. We Picked Up EVERY Chard of Glass from Broken Beer Bottles, EVERY Bottle Cap, EVERY Cigarette Butt. Which ARE NOT BIODEGRADABLE. It was A "Travesty." And... "A Labor Of Love." We IMMEDIATELY "Invested" $25,000.00 Clearing & Cleaning, "Healing" The Oaks. With Ropes NOT Spikes. We Bought A Brush Cutter & Cut Down Weeds TALLER THAN ME. At 1st you Couldn't EVEN See The Topography Of The Land. We Renovated an Existing Trailer Adjacent to The Farm House. The "Treehouse Trailer" as We Affectionately Call It Was Out Home for 7 Years While I Resolved A 1' High File Of Building Violations, Woke at 5:30AM EVERY MORNING To Direct/General Contract A Crew Of Talented Artisans from San Miguel Allende, Mexico NONE Of Which Spoke English (Soy Boriqua) & Who'd NEVER Built or Renovated A House Before. 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    Michael W.recommends
    February 6, 2019
    Close to PCH, but so close to ocean as well.
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    Cecilia B.
    January 8, 2019
    Not beach front and pretty tight
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    Victoria C.recommends
    April 16, 2018
    This place is beautiful! My wife and I stayed here for three days and absolutely loved it. If you’re looking for a close-to-beach camp area with various amenities, it is this one. Some positive notes: -Beautiful, close walk to the beach, no more then a 10 minute walk if you are the furthest camp site. -the staff (camp host, park ranger, janitors) are all extremely friendly and knowledgeable. -Clean showers(token accessible),bathrooms and running water. -Hiking/bike trails are intermediate level but the view once you’re done is worth it! -Sites come with picnic table, fire pit and 3+ parking spots Some things to keep in mind: -Does get windy -Dogs have to be leashed, and they are not allowed on trail, but are allowed at the beach
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    Zan S.recommends
    July 13, 2017
    tightly packed.
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    Joe S.
    May 30, 2017
    Camped here on Memorial Day weekend. California State Parks made some sites available to late bookers, and I was able to book the week before the holiday. In Southern California, that's a real treat as most sites are booked well in advance. Another upside is the ability to burn a real campfire. The not-so-goods: the sites in this campground are close together and there was a lot of noise during the holiday weekend, even after hours. Still, it's a campground nestled between a beach and a mountain, so I chalked this up to sacrifices made for location.
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    Xanthe &.recommends
    February 19, 2017
    The California coast can be foggy and overcast in the mornings, had a particularly gloomy one here. It'll clear up by noon... I promise!
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    Ivan R.
    September 2, 2015
    This site is pretty clean, alot of visitors with families and children on the weekend. If you decide to camp last-minute walk-ins be there before 12pm.
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    Dani D.
    June 25, 2015
    I camped on the sand and regretted it, but camping on the other side seemed really nice. There is a hike you can take from the campground. It is hard to reserve the beach sites for a weekend, so think months and months ahead to get one.
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    Jorge C.
    April 20, 2015
    Campground is very pretty and clean. Avoid weekends if you are looking for quiet. Audience is varied: Hikers. Families. Mountain Bikers. Sunset Hike: Scenic Trail (2 mile loop). Fantastic ocean views. Enjoy!

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    Your guide to camping in Sycamore Canyon Campground

    Overview

    Biking

    Gravel grinders can climb straight out of Sycamore Canyon Campground and into the mountains on Sycamore Canyon Road, while mountain bikers can tackle numerous single-track trails within Point Mugu State Park. Roadies can ride tailwinds for miles along the Pacific Coast Highway.

    Fishing

    Anglers beware: While surf fishing is very common at Pt. Mugu, the rocks and beaches are notoriously dangerous for this activity, especially during high tide. If you stay safe, however, a variety of marine friends ranging from surf perch to sea bass await you.

    Hiking

    With more than 70 miles of trails criss-crossing through rugged hills, river canyons, and grass valleys, Point Mugu is an amazing trekker’s getaway in the Santa Monica Mountains. The trailhead for the Scenic Trail is set at the back of the campground, climbing Sycamore Canyon and linking up to the Overlook Trail for awesome ocean views.

    Horseback riding

    Point Mugu State Park has equestrian-friendly trails for horseback riding.

    Surfing

    Various surfing and bodyboarding breaks can be found both north and south of Point Mugu, a true surfing hotspot. While on the southern end, expect fast beach breaks as well as outer reef breaks. Beginners can rent boards and take surf lessons in nearby Ventura.

    Swimming

    Head to Sycamore Cove Beach next to the Sycamore Canyon Campground for sunbathing, swimming, and beachcombing.

    Wildlife watching

    Point Mugu beachgoers may spot whales, dolphins, seals, and sea and shore birds such as pelicans, pending the time of year. While hiking in the mountains, be on the lookout for deer, coyotes, and rattlesnakes. Our favorite Point Mugu birds include woodpeckers, California thrashers, and songbirds. Plus, if you hit Point Mugu in autumn, you'll have a chance to see some of the millions of monarch butterflies that migrate through the area to their overwintering sites.

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