> Canonical: https://caparks.org/parks/point-mugu-state-park > Content revision: 2026-10-20T20:49:53.874Z [State parks](https://caparks.org/types/state-park)[Ventura](https://caparks.org/counties/ventura) # Point Mugu State Park Ventura · California Department of Parks and Recreation BEFORE YOUR VISIT Closure noticeFacilities ### Point Mugu State Park: Thornhill Broome Campground Park-specific information - [Thornhill Broome Campground](https://caparks.org/parks/point-mugu-state-park) The campground is closed beginning October 8, 2026 because of high tides. The source does not give a reopening date. [Read the official notice: California State Parks visitor directory ↗](https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=630)Source checked Oct 20, 2026 Visitor advisoryFacilities ### Point Mugu State Park: La Jolla day use and group camp water Park-specific information - [La Jolla day use and group camp water](https://caparks.org/parks/point-mugu-state-park) Water is shut off for maintenance until further notice. The agency asks hikers and campers to bring their own water. [Read the official notice: California State Parks visitor directory ↗](https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=630)Source checked Oct 20, 2026 Visitor advisoryWildlife ### Point Mugu State Park: Park wildlife sightings Park-specific information - [Park wildlife sightings](https://caparks.org/parks/point-mugu-state-park) The agency reports mountain lion sightings and links its wildlife guidance. Review those instructions before heading out; the notice does not announce a park closure. [Read the official notice: California State Parks visitor directory ↗](https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=630)Source checked Oct 20, 2026 PLAN YOUR VISIT ## The practical details. **Managing agency**: California Department of Parks and Recreation **Telephone**: [(310) 457-8144](tel:3104578144) **Hours**: Sycamore Cove, La Jolla Canyon, Mugu Beach: Day-use parking: 8:00 AM to Sunset Sycamore Canyon: Day-use parking: 8:00AM to 10:00PM [Official park information](https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=630) We have not yet verified entry fees, accessibility details. Confirm these with the managing agency before traveling. Check notice timestamps and official updates. Conditions can change between source checks. ## Weather & forecast National Weather Service · [Official forecast ↗](https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=34.0706176&lon=-119.0125956) ## About Point Mugu State Park Point Mugu State Park is listed in official public-land records for Ventura, California and is managed by California Department of Parks and Recreation. Our research into visitor facilities is ongoing. Check the managing agency’s information for public entrances, permitted activities, and current access. ## Activities & facilities [Camping ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/camping)[Boating ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/boating)[Fishing ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/fishing)[Diving and snorkeling ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/diving-and-snorkeling)[Beach visits ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/beach-visits)[Swimming ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/swimming)[Surfing ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/surfing)[Geocaching ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/geocaching)[Biking ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/biking)[Hiking ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/hiking)[Horseback riding ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/horseback-riding)En route CampsitesTent CampingGroup CampsitesHike-and-Bike CampsitesRemote CampingRV Dump StationRV AccessParkingRestrooms / ShowersRestroomsWheelchair AccessibleEnv. Learning/Visitor CenterInterpretive ExhibitsScuba Diving/SnorkelingBeach AreaNature & Wildlife ViewingWindsurfing/SurfingFamily ProgramsBike TrailsHiking TrailsHorseback Riding Recorded from park sources. Availability and restrictions may vary by season or visitor area. ## Mapped hiking trails. OpenStreetMap routes that intersect recorded park boundaries. Distances cover each route’s mapped California portion, which may extend beyond this park. Check official maps and current access rules. - [Backbone Trail ↗](https://caparks.org/trails/backbone-trail-osm-2748910)66.6 mapped mi [All mapped hiking routes ↗](https://caparks.org/trails) Trail data © [OpenStreetMap contributors](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright) · [ODbL](https://opendatacommons.org/licenses/odbl/1-0/) ## Find your way. Map points represent park land, not verified visitor entrances. Follow the managing agency’s entrance directions. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. This point represents park land, and may not be a public entrance. Follow official entrance directions. [Official visitor information & directions ↗](https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=630) ## Read before you roam. [THE FIELD GUIDE ### Plan around wildlife-area closures A closed wildlife-viewing area can coexist with other visitor access; keep seasonal restrictions tied to the place named in the notice. Read the guide](https://caparks.org/guides/wildlife-areas-and-seasonal-access)[THE FIELD GUIDE ### Plan for campground and visitor-service changes Separate overnight access, sanitation, boat slips, and maintenance when checking a park’s visitor services. Read the guide](https://caparks.org/guides/campgrounds-and-visitor-services) ## Sources & verification Park facts and notices are checked separately. Missing facility information does not mean a facility is absent. Official visitor page checked Oct 20, 2026. - [California State Parks visitor directory](https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=21805) · Oct 20, 2026 [Suggest a correction](https://caparks.org/about#corrections) · [Markdown version](https://caparks.org/parks/point-mugu-state-park.md) ## Nearby parks. Within 35 miles in a straight line. Travel distances and entrances vary. [All parks](https://caparks.org/parks) [Los Angeles · Ventura ### Leo Carrillo State Park Camping · Boating](https://caparks.org/parks/leo-carrillo-state-park) [Los Angeles ### Robert H. Meyer Memorial State Beach Picnicking · Fishing](https://caparks.org/parks/robert-h-meyer-memorial-state-beach) [Los Angeles ### Point Dume State Beach Picnicking · Diving and snorkeling](https://caparks.org/parks/point-dume-state-beach)