Alger Creek Camp campground
Alger Creek Camp
The campground provides a variety of amenities for campers, including picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. Visitors can enjoy activities such as hiking, fishing, and wildlife viewing in the nearby areas. It is important to note that Alger Creek Camp does not accept reservations and operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Therefore, it is advisable to arrive early, especially during peak seasons, to secure a camping spot.
The best time to visit Alger Creek Camp is during the spring and fall seasons when the weather is mild and pleasant. Summers can get hot, so it is recommended to carry plenty of water and take necessary precautions to stay hydrated. Additionally, being situated in a wilderness area, it is crucial to be careful of potential wildlife encounters and follow proper food storage guidelines to avoid attracting animals. Overall, Alger Creek Camp offers a tranquil and scenic camping experience, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the beauty of nature.
What's on-site at Alger Creek Camp
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Alger Creek Camp, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dobbs Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Dobbs Cabin Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Vivian Creek Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Saxton Trail Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Anderson Flat | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Alger Creek Camp -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Sar Supp Gage Nr Mentone Ca | 30 cfs | → |
| Santa Ana R Nr Mentone (River Only) Ca | 23 cfs | → |
| Plunge C Nr East Highlands Ca | 2 cfs | → |
| City C Nr Highland Ca | 3 cfs | → |
| Mission C Nr Desert Hot Springs Ca | 1 cfs | → |
| Sand Canyon C Nr Highland Ca | 1 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Alger Creek Camp -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Arrowhead 1.5 Se | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Johnson Valley | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Hesperia 1ene | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Flag Hill Park
- Bogart County Park
- Edgar Canyon Nature Park
- Yucaipa Regional Park
- Beaumont Sports Park
- Calimesa Park
Fishing spots
- Mill Creek
- Santa Ana River - South Fork
- Santa Ana River
- Yucaipa Park Lake
- Big Bear Lake
- Arrowbear Lake
Points of interest
- Mountain Home Village Scenic Overlook
- Heaps Peak Arboretum Day Use Area
- Red Rock Scenic Overlook
- Indian Vista Scenic Overlook
- Fuller Mill Creek - National Wild & Scenic River
- San Jacinto River North Fork - Wild & Scenic River
Paddle runs
- South Fork Meadows To San Gorgonia Wilderness Boundary
- South Fork Headwaters To San Gorgonio Wilderness Boundary/Sf Diversion Dam
- Big Meadows To Filaree Flat
- East Fork Headwaters To Confluence With South Fork
- Headwaters To San Gorgonio Wilderness
- Filaree Flat To Confluence With Bear Creek
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Alger Creek Camp as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Alger Creek Camp
Can I make reservations at Alger Creek Camp?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Alger Creek Camp?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Alger Creek Camp.