Mt. Wilson Skyline Park Picnic Site

About

Mt. Wilson Skyline Park Picnic Site sits in Los Angeles, CA as one of the city's campgrounds, at Mt Wilson.

Visitors rate it highly — 4.8 out of 5 across 129 Google reviews. That puts it 2nd of the 20 rated campgrounds we list in Los Angeles.

No opening hours are published for this listing, which usually points to dawn-to-dusk access — worth confirming before a long trip. 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
4.8 stars held across 129 reviews is not a fluke — people keep going back.
2nd best-rated in Los Angeles
Measured against the 20 rated campgrounds we track in Los Angeles.
Restrooms on site
The difference between an hour here and a whole afternoon, especially with a group.
Easy to pair with a second stop
19 other campgrounds sit in the same city, so a wash-out here need not waste the trip.

Worth knowing first

Parking is undocumented
No lot or street parking is recorded against this listing. Assume you are hunting for a kerbside spot.
Hours are not published
Google lists no opening times for this one. Daylight hours are the safe assumption.
No easy way to confirm
Neither a phone number nor a website is on file, so there is nobody to check with ahead of a visit.
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.

What to bring

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

Amenities

Restrooms

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#1 in Best Campgrounds in Los Angeles, CA

Common questions about Mt. Wilson Skyline Park Picnic Site

What is Mt. Wilson Skyline Park Picnic Site?

Mt. Wilson Skyline Park Picnic Site is a campground in Los Angeles, CA, at Mt Wilson.

What are the opening hours at Mt. Wilson Skyline Park Picnic Site?

No opening hours are published for Mt. Wilson Skyline Park Picnic Site. Public spaces like this are commonly open from dawn to dusk, but confirm with the operator before travelling.

Are there restrooms at Mt. Wilson Skyline Park Picnic Site?

Yes, restrooms are available at Mt. Wilson Skyline Park Picnic Site.

Is there parking at Mt. Wilson Skyline Park Picnic Site?

No parking is recorded for Mt. Wilson Skyline Park Picnic Site. Expect to look for street parking nearby.

How is Mt. Wilson Skyline Park Picnic Site rated?

Mt. Wilson Skyline Park Picnic Site holds 4.8 out of 5 stars from 129 Google reviews.

What else is nearby?

Los Angeles has 19 other campgrounds listed on AllParx, including Devore Trail Camp, Hollywood RV Park and Sturtevant Camp.