Ernest E. Debs Regional Park

About

Large natural area with many picnic tables & barbecue pits, plus hiking trails & open space.

Visitors rate it highly — 4.6 out of 5 across 2,111 Google reviews.

It keeps the same hours every day — 6:30 AM – 9:00 PM — which makes planning simple. Parking is the easy part: a free lot and free street parking. And if it does not suit, 19 more campgrounds in Los Angeles are listed further down this page.

The quick take

Drawn from this listing's ratings, amenities, hours and how it stacks up against other campgrounds in Los Angeles.

What works

Consistently well reviewed
4.6 stars held across 2,111 reviews is not a fluke — people keep going back.
A genuine local landmark
2,111 reviews is the kind of number a place only reaches when the whole city knows it.
Open every day
The same hours all week (6:30 AM – 9:00 PM), so there is no schedule to memorise.
Dogs welcome
Listed as dog-friendly — bring the leash and waste bags anyway.
Works with kids
Flagged as family-friendly, which usually means room to run and somewhere for the adults to sit.

Worth knowing first

Popular enough to be busy
2,111 reviews cuts both ways. Weekend afternoons draw a crowd, so go early or go midweek if you want it quiet.
Strongly seasonal
Plenty of sites close or cut services outside the main season, and winter camping here is a different proposition entirely.

Planning a visit

General guidance for campgrounds, adjusted for what this listing records.

What to expect

Sites for tents or vehicles, usually with a fire ring at each one and a shared washhouse somewhere on the loop.

A good fit for overnighters who would rather have a base camp than a hotel room.

When to go

Summer weekends and holidays book out well ahead; midweek nights open up far more easily. The gates are open 6:30 AM – 9:00 PM.

What to bring

Your reservation details
Layers for the drop after dark
Headlamp and firewood
Leash and waste bags

Hours

Monday: 6:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 6:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 6:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 6:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday: 6:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday: 6:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday: 6:30 AM – 9:00 PM

Amenities

Dogs Allowed

Family Friendly

Parking Available

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Common questions about Ernest E. Debs Regional Park

What is Ernest E. Debs Regional Park?

Large natural area with many picnic tables & barbecue pits, plus hiking trails & open space. It is a campground in Los Angeles, CA, at 4235 Monterey Rd.

What are the opening hours at Ernest E. Debs Regional Park?

Ernest E. Debs Regional Park is open 6:30 AM – 9:00 PM every day of the week.

Are dogs allowed at Ernest E. Debs Regional Park?

Yes — Ernest E. Debs Regional Park is listed as dog-friendly. Leash rules still vary from area to area, so watch for posted signs.

Is there parking at Ernest E. Debs Regional Park?

Parking options here include a free lot and free street parking.

Is Ernest E. Debs Regional Park good for kids?

Yes — Ernest E. Debs Regional Park is flagged as family-friendly.

How is Ernest E. Debs Regional Park rated?

Ernest E. Debs Regional Park holds 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,111 Google reviews.

What else is nearby?

Los Angeles has 19 other campgrounds listed on AllParx, including Devore Trail Camp, Mt. Wilson Skyline Park Picnic Site and Hollywood RV Park.