Switzer Picnic Site

Area Status: Open

DUE TO RECENT WINTER STORMS, SOME RECREATION AREAS MAY BE INACCESSIBLE OR CLOSED. PLEASE CHECK ALERTS & NOTICES FOR ANY CLOSURES / RESTRICTIONS / OFFICE UPDATES.

Elevation: 3300-Foot Elevation

Amenities: 26 Picnic sites- picnic tables, BBQ pedestal grills, vault toilets, trash receptacles. No piped water available. Seasonal stream water (treat before using). However, water flow may be low or non-existent due to reduced rainfall. Please bring enough water for cooking, cleaning and drinking and extinguishing BBQ grill fires.

Waterplay: Access to Arroyo Seco creek.

Hiking: Access to the Gabrielino National Recreation Trail, View of Switzer's Falls.

Fees: Day use - Adventure Pass/America the Beautiful Pass Required.

At a Glance

Operational Hours:	Day use hours are 6 am to 10 pm.
Reservations:	Picnic sites are first come - first served. Reserving or holding of sites not allowed.
Fees:	Adventure Pass Required $5/day or $30/year. Interagency Passes also accepted.
Usage:	Heavy
Restrictions:	Fire Restrictions are in effect. All BBQ grill fires must be put completely out before you leave the area.
Water:	No
Restroom:	Vault
Passes:	Adventure Pass/America the Beautiful Pass Required.
Operated By:	Forest Service
Information Center:	Please call the LA Gateway Ranger District office at (818) 899-1900 for current conditions and additional information.