The best dog-friendly campgrounds near Altadena, California

Looking for the perfect camping spot near Altadena, California that allows pets? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 3000 options to choose from in the Altadena area, you're sure to find the ideal campsite for you and your furry friend. Whether you're looking for a scenic hike, a historic site to explore, or a place to take a refreshing swim, there's something for everyone. And with popular amenities like campfires, trash disposal, and potable water, you'll have everything you need for a comfortable stay. Check out some of our top campsites, like Cuyama Badlands with 1681 reviews, Down-to-Earth Ecoshire with 552 reviews, or Magical Harrison Serenity Ranch with 518 reviews. With an average price per night of $40 and options as low as $5, you're sure to find a campsite that fits your budget. So pack up your gear and get ready for a pawsome camping adventure!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Altadena

Looking for the perfect camping spot near Altadena, California that allows pets? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 3000 options to choose from in the Altadena area, you're sure to find the ideal campsite for you and your furry friend. Whether you're looking for a scenic hike, a historic site to explore, or a place to take a refreshing swim, there's something for everyone. And with popular amenities like campfires, trash disposal, and potable water, you'll have everything you need for a comfortable stay. Check out some of our top campsites, like Cuyama Badlands with 1681 reviews, Down-to-Earth Ecoshire with 552 reviews, or Magical Harrison Serenity Ranch with 518 reviews. With an average price per night of $40 and options as low as $5, you're sure to find a campsite that fits your budget. So pack up your gear and get ready for a pawsome camping adventure!

90% (1.3K) • 268 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Altadena

1. The Hideout - 100+ Acres Oak Trees

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46mi from Altadena · 2 sites · Tents

NOT your usual, swanky Hipcamp site. If you're looking for a quirky, affordable escape from the city with easy access to the PCT and a unique rural farm vibe—Lake Hughes is for you! Creative Community Vibes: While this retreat offers plenty of peace and room to roam, it's not totally off-grid—you may cross paths with our resident artist(s), who live and work on the land. Our private retreat spans 100+ acres where Angeles National Forest meets high desert chaparral. Enjoy breathtaking valley views, 3 miles of hiking trails, a small-batch vineyard, fruit groves, and sunflower-filled pastures. Unplug, rest, and recharge your creativity in peaceful surroundings. Please note: Stay on marked trails, respect private property signs, and avoid entering other buildings on-site. Amenities: 🚽 Clean Porta-Potty near camping areas. 💧 Potable water: Fed by well and natural springs 🏵️ Poppy Season! Poppies are in BLOOM. Take a day trip and visit the local Antelope Valley Poppy Reserve! 🐕 Dog Friendly: Dogs are welcome! Be aware of potential wildlife risks for your pet(s). You are responsible for your pet(s) safety and accept these risks. Let off-leash at its own risk. 🔥 Fire Safety Notice: Help us protect the land by following these essential fire safety rules! We are in a strict NO CAMPFIRE ZONE due to high wildfire risk. No flame fires, fire pits, or charcoal grills are permitted at any time. Small gas stoves (white gas or propane) are ok for cooking if they have an on/off valve and are used responsibly on cleared surfaces away from dry grass, brush, or flammable material. Supervision required at all times, and flames must be fully extinguished after use. ☀️ Weather Snapshot Spring – Cool, breezy, great for hiking. April: Highs 66° / Lows 45° May: Highs 74° / Lows 51° Summer – Sunny days, cool nights, epic stargazing. June–Aug: Highs ~90° / Lows ~66° ⚠️ Rattlesnake Season Reminder 🐍 Warm weather means rattlesnakes are more active. If you're camping or hiking, stay on marked trails, watch your step, and avoid tall grass or rocky crevices. Rattlesnakes aren’t aggressive but will defend themselves if startled. Keep pets leashed, give wildlife space, and remember—we're guests in their home. Stay safe and enjoy the outdoors responsibly!

2. cowboy hottubs

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38mi from Altadena · 2 sites · Tents, RVs

Welcome to our home. 5 acres in Phelan, Ca 10 miles from Wrightwood and Victorville. Come spend a night and enjoy a soak in our wood burning hot tubs. We have chickens, greenhouse, an orchard, solar, a windmill come experience our bit of paradise. We have had two single women both with Toyota Tundra trucks. Feeling safe was important to them, it has always been safe here with plenty of peace and quiet. Phelan is a semi rural area with good neighbors. Tesla charging is available.

3. Malibu Creek Orchard Retreat

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31mi from Altadena · 3 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

A retreat in a steep canyon with beautiful ridgelines in the Malibu Creek area. Private camp spots and hidden trails away from it all, but yet so close. Only 30 Minutes from the Santa Monica Pier or 15 Minutes to the beaches of Malibu, still it feels like being a world away. You wouldn't expect nature to be so pristine and exciting that close to the city. Prior to check-in guests will need to sign the property’s lease agreement which requires a $300 fully refundable security deposit hold on the travellers credit card. For larger groups of five guests and more the deposit will be 50% of the total rent.

4. SOCIAL DESERT 🏜️ RAVE

45mi from Altadena · 99 sites · Tents, RVs

Adventure, Healing, Nature, Safe, life changer. Learn more about this land: About: Come and enjoy extremely private and quiet 40 Acres of open flat land that's square quarter a mile on each side! There's excellent cell phone signal for your peace of mind. It's perfect for camping under stars, filming your next project, dirt biking or Off-Road Dune Buggies for thrills and adventure, or solitude activities such as hiking, yoga, or spiritual retreats. The possibilities are endless! There are so many different shelters on the property and based on the number of people booking I’ll give you access. We have hosted more than 30 Raves on the land and People love it. Location:   5 minutes away from the famous "Kill Bill" church.                     15 minutes away from the nearest city                    20 minutes from the freeway                     25 minutes from the nearest Hospital Note: Camp sites are self-check in, however, please don't hesitate to contact me, as we are always happy to help. Make sure you are prepared by checking the weather and packing accordingly for the season. Thanks for taking the time to read about Justice Ranch. I hope you enjoy your time!

5. Mojave in LA

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31mi from Altadena · 9 sites · Tents

I love that we have so much pristine desert right here in LA County. It’s a true treasure. Many of my fellow Angelenos don’t realize that you don’t have to drive far to get the full desert experience.Learn more about this land:This huge 40 acre property has the best of both worlds, as you'll feel away from it all while still being relatively close to civilization.   The property is completely undeveloped (no houses, structures, etc.) and is in its pure natural state.  Pitch your tent anywhere on this pristine piece of the Mojave Desert and you will be connected with nature.  A wash runs through the property, so water for trees is not too far below ground and this property is one of the few in the Antelope Valley to have shade trees. The north edge of the property is bordered by Palmdale Blvd, making the property easily accessible. Palmdale Blvd is also where you’ll want to park unless your vehicle can drive on sand. And if you forgot anything or want to go shopping or dining, just hop in your car and you’re only 10 minutes from the heart of the City of Palmdale, with every modern comfort. The smaller town of Lake Los Angeles is even closer, offering groceries and restaurants with a small town feel.

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Wendy

May 2025

Tent

1 night at The Hideout - 100+ Acres Oak Trees

It is very peaceful and beautiful. I love the solitude.

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Bryan

April 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Malibu Creek Orchard Retreat

A hidden-away gem. What a fun campsite! The vintage Airstresm trailer is in amazing shape. Decorated and arranged beautifully. Fabian put everything together so nicely. A bowl of fresh rosemary and lemons from their orchard on the table when we arrived. Coffee and cream packs in the fridge. Firewood and kindling and cooking utensils for the BBQ. Lovely little touches everywhere. Thr amenities are amazing. Full power in the trailer and a bathroom with instant hot water. A smart space heater for the chilly evenings and Alexa to play music and turn on the outside string and accent lights made for a really great nighttime camp experience. There is a hiking loop that is private to the site and takes you up into the hills with a bench at the top to watch the sunset it was gorgeous! Overall we can't wait to go back. There is a cabin you can also rent for larger groups they are renovating currently, when they is done, a larger group of friends would make this an incredible site for a getaway weekend. Highly recommend!

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Wendy

April 2025

14 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to The Hideout - 100+ Acres Oak Trees

Rachel was wonderfully helpful, especially when my car battery died and I needed help connecting with AAA. She is just getting started with HipCamp, and her land has great potential. Although camping spots are not really well designated yet, we were able to pull off of a dirt road and camp with a beautiful view and absolute privacy. The quiet spot with only nature in sight is exactly why I prefer HipCamp to standard campgrounds. I fully intend to return, for it is an easy drive from Los Angeles.