Castaic (/ kəˈsteɪ.ɪk / ⓘ) (Chumash: Kaštiq; [3] Spanish: Castéc) [4] is an unincorporated community and census designated place (CDP) in the northwestern part of Los Angeles County, California, United States. As of the 2010 census it had a population of 19,015. [5]

Castaic Lake (Chumash: Kaštiq) [2] is a reservoir formed by Castaic Dam on Castaic Creek, in the Sierra Pelona Mountains of northwestern Los Angeles County, California, United States, near the town of Castaic.. The California Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment has issued a safety advisory for any fish caught in Castaic Lake and Castaic Lagoon due to elevated levels …

Jan 22, 2025 · CASTAIC, Calif. -- Evacuation orders were lifted Thursday for tens of thousands as firefighters with air support slowed the spread of a huge wildfire churning through rugged mountains north of Los ...

Castaic Lake is the largest state water project reservoir in Southern California and contains over 11,200 total acres of parkland and open space habitat. Park gates are open from sunrise to sunset, and admission to the park ends an hour before closing.

Jan 22, 2025 · Photos show Hughes Fire burn LA's Castaic Lake area, smoke seen from Six Flags park The latest of the Southern California wildfires, dubbed the Hughes Fire, has prompted evacuation orders and ...

Castaic, California, is a census-designated place in Los Angeles County, California, north of Santa Clarita and a few miles from Six Flags Magic Mountain amusement park. It is approximately 39 miles (63 km) from the downtown Los Angeles Civic Center.

Like most California communities, Castaic is growing and growing fast. However, Castaic is one of those rare cities that believes in "managed growth" while maintaining it's natural beauty for residents. Most California communities can trace their roots to Indian villages and sprawling Spanish Ranchos, and Castaic is no exception.

Castaic Lake in California is an absolute gem for anyone seeking a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Every time I visit, I am struck by the tranquility and cleanliness of the area.

Aug 16, 2023 · Castaic Lake’s Junior Lake Lifeguard Program provides a challenging and exciting open water environment which promotes an active and responsible lifestyle for participants ages 9-17. Lifeguard staff serve as mentors and impart their experience by leading hands-on activities.

Castaic is 38 miles (61 km) northwest of Los Angeles Union Station and northwest of the city of Santa Clarita. The Castaic Range War went on for decades in the late 19th and early 20th centuries resulting in dozens of deaths before hostilities ceased in 1916.