Point Mugu State Park
*HEAT ALERT: With temperatures set to exceed 110 degrees throughout much of the state this week, California is urging everyone to take extra precautions as they celebrate the Fourth of July. Governor Newsom has directed the Office of Emergency Services to activate its State Operations Center. Read about how California is preparing for this heatwave. The National Weather Service has issued an excessive heat warning for parts of California from 11 a.m. on Tuesday, July 2, through Sunday, July 7, at 8 p.m. PDT. Please be sure to take extra precautions when heading outdoors and know before you go by checking the park’s webpage ahead of time. Visit our safety tips webpage and get the latest on the weather at weather.gov.
The Park is currently OPEN.
Park Facilities
Sycamore Canyon Campground
Trailer: Up to 31 Feet
Camper/Motorhome: Up to 31 Feet
Thornhill Broome Campground
Truck and Trailer (combined): Up to 31 Feet
Camper/Motorhome: Up to 31 Feet
Trailer: Up to 31 Feet
Camper/Motorhome: Up to 31 Feet
Thornhill Broome Campground
Truck and Trailer (combined): Up to 31 Feet
Camper/Motorhome: Up to 31 Feet
En route Campsites
Family Campsites
Group Campsites
Hike or Bike Campsites
Primitive Camping
RV Dump Station
RV Access
Family Campsites
Group Campsites
Hike or Bike Campsites
Primitive Camping
RV Dump Station
RV Access
Parking
Restrooms / Showers
Restrooms
Wheelchair Accessible
Restrooms / Showers
Restrooms
Wheelchair Accessible
Boating
Due to high tides, sea level rise and tidal surges, Thornhill Broome Beach campground is subject to frequent flooding. Please check with the park upon arrival about current tidal concerns.
Trailer Height Alert: The maximum Trailer Height at this park is 13'6"
Trailer Length Alert: The maximum combined length for vehicles and trailers at Thornhill Broome Campground is 31 feet. The total lengh of the towing vehicle + trailer + hitch/tongue may not exceed 31 feet. Visitors with vehicles AND trailers exceeding a combined total lengh of 31 feet will be denied entry. Refunds will not be issued for camping and/or parking fees. For more information, please visit our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ).
Point Mugu State Park, located in the Santa Monica Mountains, features five miles of ocean shoreline with rocky bluffs, sandy beaches, sand dunes, rugged hills and uplands, two major river canyons and wide grassy valleys dotted with sycamores, oaks and a few native walnuts. There are more than 70 miles of hiking trails. The beach also features swimming, body surfing and surf fishing. The park includes the jagged pinnacles of the Boney Mountains State Wilderness Area.
Driving Directions
The beach is 15 miles south of Oxnard on Highway One.
Parking fees:
- All day – $12.00 per car, per day
- 3 hrs – $9.00 per car
- 2 hrs – $6.00 per car
- 1 hr – $3.00 per car
- Large Bus- $125 per bus
- Small Bus- $50 per bus
Popular hikes and trails:
- Grotto Trail (easy)
- Mugu Peak Trail (moderate)
- Scenic and Overlook Trails Loop (easy)
Keep in mind when entering Point Mugu SP via Old Cabin Trail from the National Park Service’s Rancho Sierra Vista, that bicycles and dogs are not allowed within the Boney Mountain State Wilderness Area
Campground Information
Firewood Policy: Burning firewood, Duraflame, and charcoal briquettes in the fire rings is allowed when fire level permits (determined on a day by day basis). Check the sign near the entrance to the park for the day's fire levels.
Showers: The park's showers are token-operated. The token machines accept ONLY dollar bills. Change for larger bills is not available at this time.
For camp host opportunity inquiries, email angelescamphost@parks.ca.gov.
Additional Visitor Services
- Camping Adventures (Campsite equipment and set up)
