Upper Shake
Its sites are first-come, first-served (no reservations), and camping is free. Upper Shake is a National Forest campground near Los Angeles, California.
First-come, first-served
- 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
What's there
- ✓ Toilets
- ✕ Potable water
On site: Toilets. No potable water.
Access and cell service
- Elevation
- 4,300 ft
34.6911, -118.5297 in Los Angeles. Open in OpenStreetMap. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Common questions
Do you need a reservation at Upper Shake?
No. Upper Shake 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 Upper Shake?
Camping at Upper Shake is free.
Is there drinking water at Upper Shake?
No. Upper Shake has no potable water, so bring all the water you need.
Who manages Upper Shake?
Upper Shake is managed by the U.S. Forest Service.
Around Upper Shake
Hot springs nearby
The nearest hot spring to Upper Shake, in a straight line: Sespe Hot Springs (hot spring, 27 miles). Each has its own page on swimholesmap.com.
- Sites
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- Season
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- Fee
- Single Site: $5 per night
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- Free
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- Free
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- Not on record
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- Free
More campgrounds: camping near Los Angeles and campgrounds in Los Angeles.
Sources
- apps.fs.usda.gov (all fields), accessed 2026-09-30