Smith Forks Campground is located within Hungry Valley State Vehicular Recreation Area, a sprawling 19,000-acre off-highway vehicle destination in the Tejon Pass region of Southern California, north of Los Angeles along Interstate 5. The park spans across Los Angeles, Ventura, and Kern counties, offering visitors access to over 130 miles of scenic trails suited for motorcycles, ATVs, dune buggies, and 4x4 vehicles, with terrain elevations ranging from 3,000 to nearly 6,000 feet.
Smith Forks is one of eleven semi-developed campgrounds within the recreation area, featuring first-come, first-serve camping sites with essential amenities including flush toilets, shade ramadas, picnic tables, and fire rings. The campground accommodates both novice and experienced off-highway enthusiasts seeking adventure in a scenic mountain setting.
The park operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, making it accessible year-round, with spring and fall offering ideal mild temperatures for riding and exploration. Visitors should note that drinking water is not available within the park. The proximity to the Tejon Pass and Los Angeles area makes Hungry Valley SVRA an accessible destination for Southern California outdoor enthusiasts looking for OHV recreation combined with rustic camping in a natural mountain environment.