No fee, space first-come first served, usually space is available except on Holiday weekends. Click here to create a map using Mapquest.
Spring can be blustery and freezing as well.
Summer good overall, fall the best. Overnight parking is restricted is some areas by USFS so check with Rangers first before setting up. You should get accustomed to the altitude for a day or two first to truly appreciate these dark high-altitude skies. From intersection of 10 and 405 freeways in West LA, proceed north on 405 until it merges with the 5. Several opportunities to turn will present themselves to you.