Oak Flat

Its sites are first-come, first-served (no reservations), and camping costs Single Site: $5 per night. Oak Flat 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
Single Site: $5 per night

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

What's there

  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ Fire rings
  • ✕ Potable water

On site: Toilets and fire rings. No potable water.

Access and cell service

Elevation
2,800 ft

34.6000, -118.7222 in Los Angeles. Open in OpenStreetMap. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.

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Common questions

Do you need a reservation at Oak Flat?

No. Oak Flat 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 Oak Flat?

Camping at Oak Flat costs Single Site: $5 per night.

Is there drinking water at Oak Flat?

No. Oak Flat has no potable water, so bring all the water you need.

Who manages Oak Flat?

Oak Flat is managed by the U.S. Forest Service.

Around Oak Flat

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More campgrounds: camping near Los Angeles and campgrounds in Los Angeles.

Sources

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