Circle X Group campground
Circle X Group
Surrounding Views: The campground is situated in a scenic location surrounded by oak trees and views of the Santa Monica Mountains. Visitors can enjoy stunning views of the California coastline from nearby hiking trails.
Nearby Points of Interest: The campground is located near several popular hiking trails, including the Mishe Mokwa Trail, which leads to the iconic Balanced Rock formation. The Sandstone Peak Trail is also nearby and leads to the highest point in the Santa Monica Mountains.
Campground Amenities: The Circle X Group camping area features picnic tables, fire pits, and vault toilets. There is no drinking water available on site, so visitors must bring their own.
Interesting Facts: The Santa Monica Mountains are home to a diverse range of wildlife, including mountain lions, bobcats, and coyotes. The area is also known for its historical significance, as it was home to the Chumash people for thousands of years.
Best Time of Year to Visit: The best time to visit the Circle X Group camping area is during the spring or fall when temperatures are mild. Average temperatures during the spring months of March to May range from 59-72°F, while in the fall months of September to November, temperatures range from 61-77°F.
Sources:
- https://www.nps.gov/samo/planyourvisit/camping.htm
- https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/mishe-mokwa-trail-to-tri-peaks-and-sandstone-peak
- https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/southern-california/balanced-rock-hike-ca/
What's on-site at Circle X Group
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Circle X Group, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Circle X Ranch Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Camp Bloomfield | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Sycamore Group Multi-Use Area | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Danielson Group Multi-Use Area | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Circle X Group -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Calleguas C Nr Camarillo Ca | 6 cfs | → |
| Santa Paula C Nr Santa Paula | 13 cfs | → |
| Santa Clara R Nr Piru Ca | 210 cfs | → |
| Sespe C Nr Fillmore | 44 cfs | → |
| Piru Creek Below Santa Felicia Dam Ca | 198 cfs | → |
| Ventura R Nr Ventura | 33 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area
- Banyan Park
- Wendy Park
- Hickory Park
- Dos Vientos Neighborhood Park
- Leo Carrillo State Park
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Headwaters In The Santa Monica Mountains To Mouth At Pacific Ocean
- Lower Piru Creek (Oulet At Pyramid Reservoir) To Piru Reservoir
- Section Line To Confluence With Rock Creek
- Chorro Grande Canyon To Section Line Dividing Sec 1, T5n, R23w And Sec 6, T5n, T22w
- Site Of St Francis Dam Disaster To Seco Canyon At The Nf Boundary
- Castaic To Pyramid Reservoir
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Circle X Group as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Circle X Group
Can I make reservations at Circle X Group?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Circle X Group?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Circle X Group.