Sycamore Flats campground
Sycamore Flats
The camping area offers a variety of amenities, including picnic tables, fire rings, vault toilets, and potable water. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis and has a total of 29 campsites. Dogs are also allowed, but they must be kept on a leash.
An interesting fact about the area is that the San Bernardino National Forest is home to the largest continuous stand of Jeffrey pine trees in the world. These towering trees produce a sweet-smelling sap and are known for their unique, twisted bark.
The best time to visit Sycamore Flats Camping area is during the summer months when temperatures average around 80°F during the day and 50°F at night. The campground is closed during the winter months due to snow and unsafe road conditions. Visitors should be aware that the area is prone to thunderstorms during the summer months, which can result in flash flooding. Overall, Sycamore Flats Camping area is an excellent choice for those seeking a peaceful camping experience in a beautiful mountain setting.
What's on-site at Sycamore Flats
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 Sycamore Flats, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sycamore Flat | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Sycamore Flat Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Southfork Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Southfork | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Big Rock | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Sycamore Flats -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Big Rock C Nr Valyermo Ca | 50 cfs | → |
| San Gabriel R Bl Santa Fe Dam Nr Baldwin Pk Ca | 136 cfs | → |
| Cajon C Bl Lone Pine C Nr Keenbrook Ca | 10 cfs | → |
| Lone Pine C Nr Keenbrook Ca | 1 cfs | → |
| Arroyo Seco Nr Pasadena Ca | 6 cfs | → |
| Lytle C Nr Fontana Ca | 44 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Sycamore Flats -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hesperia 1ene | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Lake Arrowhead 1.5 Se | 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
- Devils Punchbowl Park
- Pearblossom Park
- Wilderness Pleasant View Ridge
- Everett Martin Park
- Avenue T Park
- Stephen Sorensen Park
Fishing spots
- Mt Baldy Trout Pools
- Santa Fe Dam
- Puddingstone Reservoir
- Puddingstone Lake
- Peck Road Park Lake
- Cucamonga-Guasti Regional Park Lake
Points of interest
- Sailors Bay
- Ultralight Alcove
- Liberty Point
- Model Plane Way
- Inspiration Point Loop--Lighting Ridge Nature Trl
- Exit Check Station
Paddle runs
- Mainstream - Headwaters To Confluence With Cooper Canyon
- Mainstream - Confluence With Cooper Canyon To Confluence Wit South Fork Little Rock Creek
- East Fork - Confluence Of Vincent Gulch And Prairie Fork (Nw 1/4, Sw 1/4 Sec 16 ) To Laurel Gulch (Nw 1/4, Sw 1/4, Sec 17, T2n, R8w)
- Cooper Canyon- Near State Highway 2 (Sw 1/4, Ne 1/4, Sec 16, T3n, R10w To Confluence With Little Rock Creek
- Mainstream - Confluence With South Fork Little Rock Creek To Little Rock Creek Reservoir
- North Fork - Confluence Of Soldier And Coldbrook Creeks (Se1/4,Sw1/4, Sec) 5, T2n,,R9w To Conflluence With West Fork Of San Gabriel (Sw 1/4,Sw1/4, Sec 17, T2n, R8w)
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 Sycamore Flats as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Sycamore Flats
Can I make reservations at Sycamore Flats?
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 Sycamore Flats?
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 Sycamore Flats.