Picnicking
- Picnic areas are first-come, first-served and open from sunrise to sunset only.
- No overnight camping is allowed in picnic areas in the Angeles National Forest.
- Choose from sites offering only one or two picnic tables, to large areas such as Charlton Flats, Stonyvale, or Chantry Flat which offer dozens of picnic sites.
- Always check the forest's Alerts & Notices webpage for updates prior to your visit to learn more about fire restrictions, potential closures, office hours, and more.
- Fire danger levels can vary throughout the year. Pay close attention to fire restrictions, as you may not be able to cook food onsite either in a campfire ring or propane or charcoal grill. This includes both portable and onsite grills or fire rings. In addition, campfires may be restricted even with a California Campfire Permit.
- When campfires are allowed, based on fire danger levels, a California Campfire Permit is required. The permit can be obtained online at Prevent Wild Fire | Campfire Permit (preventwildfiresca.org), at one of our offices, or stop by a U.S. Forest Service Fire Station.
- Some picnic areas do not have water available. Bring enough water for all of your activities.
- Be sure to purchase your Adventure Pass or America the Beautiful Pass before arrival at campgrounds and/or visiting other forest facilities. Some forest offices sell passes.
- Pets are welcome in the Angeles National Forest, but in consideration of other visitors and for your pet's safety and the protection of wildlife, all pets must be kept on a leash no longer than 6 feet in length at all times.
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Southfork Campground
Site Open
This campground not regularly maintained. High-clearance vehicles are recommended.General Camping Info: Find helpful guidance and tips for an enjoyable trip to the forest!Know Fire & Other…
Spanish Point Picnic Site
Site Closed
This site is managed by a concessionaire. For more Information, please visit: https://water.ca.gov/What-We-Do/Recreation/Pyramid-Lake-RecreationPicnic site only accessible by boat.Be Bear…
Spring Camp Campground
Site Temporarily Closed
The Spring Camp Campground is TEMPORARILY CLOSED due to the Bobcat Fire.When open...General Camping Info: Find helpful guidance and tips for an enjoyable trip to the forest!Be Bear Aware!: Bear…
Stoneyvale Picnic Site
Site Open
General Camping Info: Find helpful guidance and tips for an enjoyable trip to the forest!Be Bear Aware!: Bear safety is critical, for the safety of your group and/or you, as well as our bears.…
Strawberry Colby Trailhead
Site Closed
Trailhead
Switzer Picnic Site
Site Open
Be Bear Aware!: Bear safety is critical, for the safety of your group and/or you, as well as our bears. Help keep bears wild by following these tips.
Sycamore Flat Campground
Site Open
This campground is not regularly maintained. General Camping Info: Find helpful guidance and tips for an enjoyable trip to the forest!Know Fire & Other Restrictions Before You Go!: These…
Table Mountain Campground
Site Open
General Camping Info: Find helpful guidance and tips for an enjoyable trip to the forest!Be Bear Aware!: Bear safety is critical, for the safety of your group and/or you, as well as our bears.…
Table Mountain Picnic Site
Site Open
Picnic tables. Vault toilets. No water.
Tincup Picnic Site
Site Temporarily Closed
This site is managed by a concessionaire. For more Information, please visit: https://water.ca.gov/What-We-Do/Recreation/Pyramid-Lake-RecreationBe Bear Aware!: Bear safety is critical, for the…