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Bear Canyon Trail
Angeles National Forest extends closure thru Jan. 24, 2025
The entire Angeles National Forest is temporarily closed through Friday, January 24, 2025, at 12:00 midnight (end of day) for public safety and the protection of natural resources.
-To read Forest Order No. 05-01-25-03, click here.
-The temporary closure of the forest is tied to critical fire danger. Visit the Angeles National Forest fire restrictions webpage for more information.
The Bear Canyon Trail is 5 miles long. It begins at Mt. Lowe Truck Trail (2N50.1) at the water tank and ends at Gabrielino National Recreation Trail below Switzer Falls. Not recommended for equestrian or mountain bike usage.
At a Glance
Distance: 5 miles (One-way)
Difficulty: Moderate-Strenuous
Total Climbing: 4,000 feet
Highest Elevation: 5,600 feet
Activities
Day Hiking
Alerts & Warnings
- Additional Fire Restrictions: Region-wide (English, EspaƱol) thru May 29, 2025
- NEW! Office & Visitor Center Updates - Need Info or Passes?
- Angeles National Forest extends closure thru Jan. 24, 2025
- Forest Service Road Closures
- Updated Closures of the Bridge Fire Area could affect Your Forest Visit!
- Planning to Camp? (Stay Limits/Dispersed Camping Restrictions) til Dec. 15, 2026