Sawmill Campground Introduce
Sawmill Campground, located on Sawmill Campground Rd in Lake Hughes, California, USA, offers a scenic and spread-out camping experience with convenient access to the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). As part of the Campgrounds & RV Parks category, this campground provides a natural setting for outdoor enthusiasts.
Sawmill Campground offers the following features and services:
- Spread-Out Campground: The campground is described as beautiful and spread out.
- PCT Access: A 0.25-mile connector trail provides easy access to the PCT, near NOBO mile 500.
- Accessible via FR7N23: The road FR7N23 from Pine Canyon Rd is now open and recently graded, accessible for regular vehicles.
- New Trash Cans: The campground has newly refurbished trash cans.
- Pit Toilet: A pit toilet is available.
- Bear Bins: Bear bins are provided for trash disposal.
- Scenic Environment: The campground features lots of trees, creating an inviting atmosphere.
However, it is important to be aware of the following potential challenges:
- Pit Toilet Maintenance: The pit toilet could use some maintenance.
- Bring Your Own Toilet Paper: Visitors are advised to bring their own toilet paper.
- Pack Out Trash: Visitors are responsible for packing out their trash.
- Maxwell Rd Access Closed: The gate on Maxwell Rd is closed due to a major washout.
Guests have praised Sawmill Campground for its beautiful and spread-out setting, as well as its convenient access to the PCT. The newly graded road and refurbished trash cans are also positive aspects. However, potential visitors should be prepared for the pit toilet's condition and bring their own toilet paper and trash bags. It is also important to note that access via Maxwell Rd is currently closed.
Sawmill Campground is ideal for hikers and campers seeking a scenic and accessible camping experience with PCT access in Lake Hughes, CA. It is particularly suitable for those who appreciate spread-out campgrounds and are prepared for rustic conditions. Visitors can expect a beautiful environment and easy access to hiking trails.
For inquiries, please visit the location at:
Address: Sawmill Campground Rd, Lake Hughes, CA 93532, USA
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Customer Reviews
Didn't camp here but road bike along FR7N23 in February '24 coming up from Lake Hughes. Gate on Maxwell Rd is closed as there is a major wash out making it impassable for vehicles. Stopped here for lunch. Looks to have been refurbished a bit as the trash cans looked brand new. The pit toilet could use some love but otherwise looked to be a really nice CG. Lots of trees and more inviting than Bear CG.
Beautiful spread out campground. 7N23 from Pine Canyon Rd is now open and recently graded, and a regular car could make it up. There's a .25 connector trail to the PCT which is very close to NOBO mile 500 for the hikers. Lots of hikers come up for the picnic tables and pit toliet. Be sure to bring your own TP and pack your trash out. A few bear trash bins, but for those in cars, it's easy to pack out. Let the hikers use the bins 🤷♂️
Beautiful. Definitely want 4x4 or big tires for the last bit of the trail. Vault toilet was open and had t/p. Fire rings, pick-nick bench’s, and trash can.
Beautiful campground. Access road is pretty close to immaculate; however, the last bit of the trail may be hard without a 4x4 vehicle with good clearance. Signs stated "no fires allowed" but there were fire pits everywhere, which had labels stating "no fires". You'll need a permit to stay there, too. Not much to do, other than hiking, relaxing, and deflating from City Life.
Easy access from road. Bring adventure pass! Tables with benches. Toilet. No water. Large campground.
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