Malibu Creek State Park Campground
Agoura Hills, CA 91301, United States
Overview
Located roughly 25 miles outside of Los Angeles, Malibu Creek State Park Campground features 63 campsites for tents, RVs, and trailers. The maximum length for RVs and trailers is 30 feet. The campground is open all year.
Amenities in Malibu Creek include flush toilets, paid showers, fire rings, picnic tables, and a pay-per-use dump station. Sites in the main campground can fit a maximum of 3 vehicles and 8 people. The group campsite can accommodate 50 people and 16 vehicles.
Dogs are allowed in the main and group campgrounds, parking lots, and picnic areas. They are also allowed on paved roads throughout the park.
Best Campsites at Malibu Creek State Park Campground
Below are Power Camper’s recommended sites if you want to have the best experience at Malibu Creek State Park Campground.
Closest to Amenities: Sites #MC46–MC49
- Easy access to showers and restrooms
- Short distance to the Campfire Center
- Next to parking area
Best for Hikers: Sites #MCS1, #MC62
- Share one side with park road instead of another campsite
- Closest sites to Tapia Spur Trail
- Not far from parking area at the trailheads lot
Most Privacy: Sites #MC40, #MC41
- More space from neighboring sites
- Located in a less congested area
- Centrally located within the campground
- Downside: farther from trails, restrooms, and showers
Unique Experiences
- Hike out to the _M_A_S_H* site for a chance to see an iconic filming location and witness how Hollywood filmmakers transformed the landscape into dozens of exotic locales and settings.
- Pack a picnic lunch for a relaxing meal on the picturesque shores of Century Lake.
- For history buffs, visit the sites of the Mott Adobe ruins and the Sepulveda Adobe to learn more about the fascinating historic structures in Malibu Creek.
Malibu Creek State Park Campground Campground Rules
Pet Friendly
YesMax Trailer/RV Length
30 feetMax People per Site
8 in individual sites. 50 in the group siteMax Vehicles per Site
3 in individual sites. 16 in the group siteFires Allowed
YesMalibu Creek State Park Campground Reservation Information
Reservations Allowed?
Reservations Required?
YesReservations can be made for Malibu Creek by calling 1-800-444-7275 or visiting www.reservecalifornia.com. A $7.99 nonrefundable reservation fee will apply. Individual sites are $45 per night and can fit up to 8 guests and 3 vehicles.
Group Camping Reservations
Reservations for the group site are available through the online portal at www.reservecalifornia.com or by phone at 1-800-444-7275. The group camp can accommodate up to 50 people and 16 vehicles for $225 per night.
Campsite Reservation Cancellations
Cancellations may be requested online at www.reservecalifornia.com or by calling 1-800-444-7275. All cancellations will be charged a $7.99 fee. Any cancellations made after 6 p.m. the night before arrival will also forfeit the cost of a single night’s stay.
Malibu Creek State Park Campground Campground Cost
Standard Sites
$45Group Sites
$225Activities
Fishing
Hiking
Bike Trails
Horseback Riding
Photography
Stargazing
Wildlife Viewing
Historic Sites
Nature Trails
Amenities
RV/Trailers
Hookups
Pull Through Spots
Pet Friendly
ADA Sites
Showers
Grills
Campfire Rings
Picnic Tables
Visitors/Rec Center
Showers
Restrooms
Laundry
Cell Service
Potable Water
Directions
FAQs
Nearby Campgrounds to Malibu Creek State Park Campground
Malibu Creek State Park Campground has 63 individual sites and 1 group site. Amenities such as showers and a dump station make longer stays more convenient, but guests who prefer not to worry about water, electricity, and sewer will be better served at a campground with hookups.
The surrounding area supports a wealth of different activities. Horseback riding, fishing, swimming, hiking, and exploring the history of the area are all popular pastimes at Malibu Creek. Guests can visit famous filming locations, the site of two former adobes, and the Rock Pool all without straying too far from the main campground.
Malibu Creek State Park Campground is also unique because of its accessibility for disabled guests. In addition to accessible sites and restrooms, the Campfire Center and the path leading to the center are both accessible as well. The Anne Skager Trail is a 0.58-mile loop path made of asphalt and compacted aggregate that was specially designed for visually impaired guests.
Leo Carrillo State Beach
Leo Carillo’s campground is located in more of a beach environment compared to Malibu Creek. Canyon Campground has 135 sites, and electric hookups are available for a limited number of sites. Amenities include a dump station, drinking water, flush toilets, and paid showers. At $45 for standard sites, prices are comparable to Malibu Creek. Sites with hookups are more expensive at $60 per night.
Thornhill Broome
Thornhill Broome is located in a somewhat remote area. It has more camping options than Malibu Creek since it offers 17 tent-only seasonal sites, 69 primitive sites, a group camp, and a backcountry site that’s roughly 2.5 miles from the group camping area. With a width restriction of 12 feet and a length limit of 31 feet, sites for trailers and RVs are limited.
Amenities are very basic and only include potable water and vault toilets. Showers and a dump station are available at the nearby Sycamore Canyon Campground. Dogs are allowed on the beach, making this a more dog-friendly location.
Sycamore Canyon
Sycamore Canyon has a dump station, showers, restrooms, and a camp host. The main difference from Malibu Creek is that this campground is located along the Pacific Ocean. Therefore, guests who prefer swimming, kayaking, and water sports are more likely to enjoy Sycamore Canyon. However, it lacks some of the historical elements such as the Sepulveda Adobe that are most popular at Malibu Creek.
Emma Wood State Beach
The campground at Emma Wood State Beach has 90 sites for RVs and trailers split between an upper and lower section. No tent camping is allowed in the main campground since Emma Wood doesn’t offer amenities like toilets, and none of the sites at Emma Wood are accessible for disabled guests. The maximum length for RVs is 40 feet, so this campground is better for larger rigs.
However, Emma Wood does have 4 tent-only group camps and 1 RV group camp. There’s also a hike-and-bike site and an en-route camp for RVs that are just spending the night on the way to another destination. At $130 per night for the tent-only group sites and $360 for the group site, the fees may be cheaper or more expensive than Malibu Creek based on selection.
