Summary
No reservations or permits are needed, but a National Forest Adventure Pass is required for parking. Facilities are minimal—vault toilets are available, but there’s no running water, picnic tables, or RV access. Fire rings are present, but check current fire restrictions. Nestled in a shaded canyon along the Arroyo Seco, it’s a peaceful, forested escape reached via a short hike or bike ride. Popular nearby trails include Gabrielino and Arroyo Seco. Spring and fall offer the most pleasant weather.
Nearby Campgrounds
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Gould Mesa
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Oakwilde
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Millard
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Bear Canyon Campground
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Switzers Trail Camp
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Mt. Lowe Trail Camp
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Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Camping Essential Practices
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.
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Nearby Snowpack Depths
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LAKE ARROWHEAD 1.5 SE
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West Fork - Headwaters (Se 1/4, Ne 1/4, Sec 14, T2N, R12W) To Cogswell Reservoir (Ne 1/4, Sw 1/4, Sec 24, T2N, R9W
Gaging Station Below Spillway Of Cogswell Dam (Ne 1/4, Se 1/4, Sec 19, T2N, R10W) To Confluence With Nf San Gabriel River (Sw 1/4.Sw 1/4, Sec 15, T2N, R9W)
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