Best camping near Malibu
29 campgrounds · 29 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Malibu, California — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 15 of 29 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Camp Summertime
Prime
2.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Comfortable day · high 71°F· No active weather warnings
The Summertime Campground in California offers stunning views of the Sierra Nevada Mountains and is surrounded by lush forests. There are many nearby activities, including hiking…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 145 things to do within 15 mi
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#2
Decker Canyon City Camp (closed)
Prime
2.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 60°F· Mild day · high 63°F· No active weather warnings
Unfortunately, as an AI language model, I do not have access to real-time information and updates that are required for providing an accurate summary of a specific campground…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 112 things to do within 15 mi
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#3
Camp Bloomfield
Prime
4.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 60°F· Mild day · high 63°F· No active weather warnings
Camp Bloomfield is a beautiful camping area located in the mountains of California. The surrounding views are breathtaking, with tall trees and a serene lake nearby. Activities…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 114 things to do within 15 mi
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#4
Leo Carillo
Prime
5.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 60°F· Mild day · high 63°F· No active weather warnings
Leo Carrillo State Park is a picturesque campground located in Malibu, California, that is situated on the Pacific Coast Highway with access to the beach. Named after a famous…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 101 things to do within 15 mi
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#5
Leo Carrillo Group Walk-In
Prime
5.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 60°F· Mild day · high 63°F· No active weather warnings
The Leo Carrillo Group Walk-In camping area is located in the Leo Carrillo State Park in California and is a beautiful spot for camping, with stunning views of the surrounding…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 106 things to do within 15 mi
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#6
Leo Carrillo State Park
Prime
5.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 60°F· Mild day · high 63°F· No active weather warnings
Leo Carrillo State Park is located along the coast of California and offers stunning views of the Pacific Ocean. The park is surrounded by several points of interest, including…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 101 things to do within 15 mi
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#7
Leo Carrillo Canyon Family
Prime
5.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 60°F· Mild day · high 63°F· No active weather warnings
The Leo Carrillo Canyon Family Camping area is located in Leo Carrillo State Park, California. This campground is popular among families and nature enthusiasts because of its…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 101 things to do within 15 mi
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#8
Circle X Ranch Campground
Prime
5.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 60°F· Mild day · high 63°F· No active weather warnings
Circle X Ranch Campground is a beautiful camping area located in the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area, California. The campground is surrounded by breathtaking…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 130 things to do within 15 mi
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#9
Circle X Group
Prime
5.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 60°F· Mild day · high 63°F· No active weather warnings
The Circle X Group camping area is located in the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area in California. It is a popular spot for group camping and accommodates up to 60…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 135 things to do within 15 mi
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#10
Group Campground
Prime
5.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 60°F· Mild day · high 63°F· No active weather warnings
The Group Campground in California is a fantastic camping area for outdoor enthusiasts. Located in a beautiful natural setting, the campground offers numerous amenities to make…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 135 things to do within 15 mi
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#11
Malibu Creek - State Park
Prime
7.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Comfortable day · high 71°F· No active weather warnings
Malibu Creek State Park is a picturesque camping area located in California. This park offers various amenities for campers, making it an ideal destination for outdoor…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 177 things to do within 15 mi
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#12
Malibu Creek Group Walk-In
Prime
7.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Comfortable day · high 71°F· No active weather warnings
Malibu Creek Group Walk-In camping area, located in the state of California, offers a serene and picturesque camping experience. With breathtaking views and a peaceful atmosphere…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 176 things to do within 15 mi
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#13
Malibu Creek Family
Prime
7.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Comfortable day · high 71°F· No active weather warnings
Malibu Creek Family camping area is located in the picturesque Malibu Creek State Park in California. The campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable camping…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 176 things to do within 15 mi
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#14
Sycamore Group Multi-Use Area
Prime
9.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Comfortable day · high 80°F· No active weather warnings
The Sycamore Group Multi-Use Area is a popular camping area located in the southern part of California. This area is surrounded by breathtaking views of the Cleveland National…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 155 things to do within 15 mi
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#15
Danielson Group Multi-Use Area
Prime
9.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Comfortable day · high 80°F· No active weather warnings
The Danielson Group Multi-Use Area camping area is located in the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area in southern California. The campground is situated in a beautiful…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 153 things to do within 15 mi
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Camping near Malibu
The Malibu area has 29 campgrounds on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best camping near Malibu
How are these campgrounds ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.