Cienaga

Its sites are first-come, first-served (no reservations), and camping is free. Cienaga is a National Forest campground near Los Angeles, California.

First-come, first-served

National Forest · Los Angeles, California

National Forest
Managed by

Getting a site

Managed by
National Forest
Reservations
None, first-come
Fee
Free

Source: apps.fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-30

Access and cell service

Elevation
2,000 ft

34.6194, -118.6361 in Los Angeles. Open in OpenStreetMap. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.

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Common questions

Do you need a reservation at Cienaga?

No. Cienaga is first-come, first-served: there is no reservation system, so arrive early to claim an open site.

How much does it cost to camp at Cienaga?

Camping at Cienaga is free.

Who manages Cienaga?

Cienaga is managed by the U.S. Forest Service.

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