Best camping near Pasadena
37 campgrounds · 37 ranked · updated 2026-07-12 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Pasadena, 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 37 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Henninger Flats
Fair
3.8 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Heat advisory· Heat advisory
Henninger Flats is a picturesque camping area located in the state of California. Situated amidst the lush Angeles National Forest, this campground offers a serene and peaceful…
Why 83: live conditions (fair) · 309 things to do within 15 mi
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#2
Mt. Lowe Trail Camp
Fair
5.3 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Heat advisory· Heat advisory
Mt. Lowe Trail Camp is a beautiful camping area located in the state of California. This campground offers a range of amenities to make your camping experience enjoyable. Visitors…
Why 83: live conditions (fair) · 270 things to do within 15 mi
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#3
Messenger Flats Campground
Good
16.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 62°F· Heat advisory· Heat advisory
Located in the state of California, Messenger Flats Campground offers a serene camping experience amidst nature's beauty. Nestled in a picturesque setting, this campground…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 69 things to do within 15 mi
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#4
Big Buck
Good
16.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 62°F· Heat advisory· Heat advisory
Located in the state of California, the Big Buck camping area offers a range of amenities for campers to enjoy. The campground provides clean and well-maintained restroom…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 53 things to do within 15 mi
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#5
Messenger Flats
Good
16.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 62°F· Heat advisory· Heat advisory
Messenger Flats camping area, located in the state of California, offers a pleasant and serene camping experience. Situated in the Angeles National Forest, the campground provides…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 68 things to do within 15 mi
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#6
Hoegee's camp
Fair
6.9 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Heat advisory· Heat advisory
Hoegee's Camp is a picturesque camping area located in the state of California. Nestled in the heart of the Angeles National Forest, it offers a wide range of amenities for…
Why 83: live conditions (fair) · 259 things to do within 15 mi
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#7
Valley Forge
Fair
7.8 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Heat advisory· Heat advisory
Valley Forge Camping Area is located in the Sierra Nevada Mountains in California, providing breathtaking views of the surrounding wilderness. The camping area is situated in…
Why 83: live conditions (fair) · 207 things to do within 15 mi
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#8
Monte Cristo Campground
Fair
13.1 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Heat advisory· Heat advisory
Monte Cristo Campground is located in the state of California and offers a wonderful camping experience for outdoor enthusiasts. The campground is equipped with various amenities…
Why 84: live conditions (fair) · 82 things to do within 15 mi
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#9
Monte Cristo
Fair
13.2 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Heat advisory· Heat advisory
Monte Cristo camping area, located in California, offers a serene and picturesque camping experience. The campground provides a range of amenities for campers to enjoy, such as…
Why 84: live conditions (fair) · 81 things to do within 15 mi
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#10
Devore
Fair
8.4 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Heat advisory· Heat advisory
Devore camping area is located in the state of California and offers a range of amenities for campers. The campground provides various facilities such as picnic tables, fire…
Why 83: live conditions (fair) · 200 things to do within 15 mi
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#11
Chilao
Fair
13.5 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Heat advisory· Heat advisory
Chilao is a popular camping area in California with stunning views of the surrounding mountains. It offers a range of activities, including hiking, fishing, and birdwatching. The…
Why 84: live conditions (fair) · 81 things to do within 15 mi
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#12
Chilao Campground
Fair
13.6 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Heat advisory· Heat advisory
Chilao Campground, located in the state of California, is a beloved camping area nestled within the Angeles National Forest. This picturesque campground offers a range of…
Why 84: live conditions (fair) · 77 things to do within 15 mi
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#13
Millard
Fair
4.6 mi away
· Warm night · low 68°F· Heat advisory· Heat advisory
Millard Camping Area, located in the state of California, offers campers a serene and picturesque outdoor experience. Nestled amidst beautiful scenery, this campground provides a…
Why 82: live conditions (fair) · 306 things to do within 15 mi
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#14
Horse Flat Campground
Fair
14.9 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Heat advisory· Heat advisory
Horse Flat Campground is a picturesque camping area located in the state of California. Nestled amidst nature, this campground offers a range of amenities to enhance your camping…
Why 84: live conditions (fair) · 54 things to do within 15 mi
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#15
Horse Flats
Fair
14.9 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Heat advisory· Heat advisory
Horse Flats camping area, located in the state of California, offers a serene and picturesque experience for campers. Nestled amidst the stunning San Gabriel Mountains, this…
Why 84: live conditions (fair) · 54 things to do within 15 mi
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Camping near Pasadena
The Pasadena area has 37 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 Pasadena
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.