About Castaic

Filming in the state of California alone generates around $21.9 billion in economic output, around $70 billion in wages, and has created over 700,000 jobs! Of importance to this multibillion-dollar industry are video shoot locations. Castaic is an unincorporated town located northwest of Los Angeles County. It is approximately 40 miles from the city center. The name "Castaic" was derived from the Chumash word "Kaštiq" meaning "The Eye".

The beauty of Castaic is perfected by the aesthetics of nature, with mountains dotting the entire horizon of the town. Hills, valleys, and flat plains characterize its undulating landscape. The Verde and Chiquito Canyons - which not only serve as tourist attraction sights but perfect video shoot locations - add to the town's legendary status within Los Angeles County. Location managers find the natural beauty of the town perfect for telling their stories in their unique ways. They find excellent thematic cover for their films, events, or meetings with little background noise.

Video Shoot Location Options in Castaic

Castaic is known for its prominence as a video shoot location in the filming industry. It played - and still plays - host to many film and TV series such as the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, Fear Factor, and The Amazing Race. Locals of Castaic, open-minded to their town being featured in prominent entertainment projects, are accommodating and friendly.

• Location Managers
  Location managers are those who scout for video shoot, events, meetings, or filming locations. They often are involved with comparing different locations, helping decide on the best location in terms of logistics, facilities, costs, and services in addition to ultimately securing permits for their events.
  
  
• Video Technicians
  Video technicians specialize in the art of video production at location sites. They handle video production instruments for live productions, and they work closely with the technical director. Media servers, video cameras, skit grips, and projectors are some of the equipment video technicians work with at video shoot locations.
  
  
• Cosmetologists
  Actors, models, and entertainers all apply cosmetics to give them elegant looks when on a video shoot set. The cosmetic industry is a multibillion-dollar business within the filming industry. Virtually every video shoot event must have a cosmetology crew and you will find many of them in Castaic.

Video Shoot Location Companies in Castaic

Castaic enjoys a fair share of video shoot companies and with related businesses springing up every day. The opportunities keep widening daily to best serve customers and consumers of their services. This makes it easy to find and plan a video shoot location in Castaic.

• Smokin’ Steve’s Pit Barbecue Catering
  If you like barbecue, Smokin’ Steve’s is the place to choose to feed your crew at your video shoot location in Castaic. They have a variety of different menus to choose from whether you want a sandwich buffet, box lunches, or a full plated meal for hundreds. You can even buy meats by the pound and holiday menus.
  
  
• Lightning Limos
  You can choose from a vast array of vehicles at Lightning Limos whether you just want a town car for two or a huge party bus for 35 or more. All drivers are vetted, insured, professional, and friendly and the cars are top-of-the-line and updated. In fact, some of them have flat-screen TVs, fully stocked bars, and deluxe sound systems.
  
  
• Audio Visual Live, Inc.
  For all your AV needs and other equipment, check out Audio Visual Live, Inc. You can get staging, video equipment, lighting, soundboards, or whatever else you need for your video shoot location in Castaic. The company has a fantastic reputation and offers delivery as well as staff to help you set it up and tear it down.
  

Pros and Cons of Video Shoot Locations in Castaic

Castaic is a quaint town within Los Angeles County. There are many reasons the town comes first on the list of travelers, entertainers, and fun-seekers alike. However, there are always cons to go with the pros no matter what city you are considering.

Advantages

• Accessibility
  Accessibility to Castaic is easy as the town is located close to the interstate highway. The road networks are well planned and efficient and there are varieties of transportation options in the town of Castaic.
  
  
• Geography
  The landscape of Castaic can be described in terms of its undulating topography which is comprised of flat plains, mountains, hills, and valleys.
  
  
• Outdoor fun
  From Castaic Lake to the Texas Canyon Rock Climbing Area, you can find plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy while you are in town.

Disadvantages

• Everything costs more
  Make sure you adjust your budget accordingly because you will be spending more on everything from venue rentals to food.
  
  
• Traffic
  There is a lot of traffic on the main roads several times a day. It is best to take public transport or hire a driver.
  
  
• Lacking growth
  The population in Castaic is declining and this affects the economy and growth. It will also have an effect on the number of shops, restaurants, and venues.

Famous Locations in Castaic

• Castaic Lake
  The Castaic Lake water project is dubbed the largest water project in the whole of southern California. It's popular with tourists and clients who engage in activities such as fishing, swimming, and hiking as well as kayaking, sailing, and jet skiing. Castaic boasts of a parkland area that can accommodate up to 600 people. You will have plenty of space to explore in your off time.
  
  
• Exhibit Park
  Located in the Castaic Lake State Recreation Area, Exhibit Park has some really cool exhibits featuring the original sections of the Los Angeles Aqueduct from 1913. Besides the aqueduct, you can also see an old debris car from the early 1900s that was pulled by mules, a reaction turbine from 1935, and a Pelton Water Wheel from 1928.
  
  
• Hart Museum
  The Hart Museum features the art collection and other personal belongings of William S. Hart, a famous silent film actor. He made dozens of films from 1914 to 1925 and his Spanish Colonial home is now a stunning museum. Some of the most popular items include a crop from Wyatt Earp, a swimsuit worn by Hart, and a sculpture of Will Rogers on his favorite horse, Soapsuds.