Open year-round, first-come first-served only. No advance reservations accepted. All paved loops (A, B, C, D, E, I) and lake access road currently open. Subject to winter snow closures.
Heat Advisory issued July 26 at 11:26AM PDT until July 27 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...Hot daytime conditions with high temperatures between 97 and 107 common. Warm overnight conditions will bring less relief than usual. * WHERE...A portion of southwest California. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...There is a high risk for dangerous heat illness, especially for sensitive groups like the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning, and those active outdoors.
Air Quality Alert issued July 22 at 5:20PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...The South Coast AQMD has issued an air quality alert due to harmful levels of ozone pollution. Visit https://www.aqmd.gov/alertinfo to check current and forecasted air quality levels. * WHERE...in the South Coast Air Basin and Coachella Valley. Levels of ozone pollution can vary by time and location depending on emissions and air pollution transport. * WHEN...until 8 PM Monday. The highest ozone levels typically occur in the afternoon and early-evening hours. * IMPACTS... Ozone air pollution can cause serious health problems, including trouble breathing, asthma attacks, and lung damage. Everyone can be affected, but sensitive groups such as people with lung disease, older adults, people who are pregnant, children, and those who spend a lot of time outdoors are at greater risk.
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About
Crystal Lake Campground is a popular mountain escape in the San Gabriel Mountains, located at the top of Highway 39 within Angeles National Forest and the San Gabriel Mountains National Monument. At 5,539 feet elevation, the campground offers cooler temperatures than the LA basin below. The 120 campsites are distributed across six paved loops (A, B, C, D, E, and I), each equipped with a fire ring and picnic table. Potable water is available from ground spigots throughout each loop, and vault toilets serve the area. The campground operates first-come, first-served with no advance reservations. A visitor center staffed by the Angeles Volunteer Association is open weekends from 9am to 4pm. The privately operated Crystal Lake Cafe & General Store sells hot meals, sandwiches, and camping necessities including firewood, open Wednesday through Monday from 8am to 5pm. Crystal Lake itself is approximately a one-mile hike from the campground. Swimming is prohibited, but fishing is allowed with a valid California license. Motorized boats are not permitted. Trails lead to Mt. Islip and Windy Gap for those seeking more strenuous hikes. The maximum vehicle length is 22 feet, making this campground best suited for tents and smaller camping trailers rather than large RVs.
Directions
From Azusa, take Highway 39 north for 25 miles through San Gabriel Canyon. Follow signs to Crystal Lake. Turn right on Crystal Lake Road and stop at the fee station. The campground is at mile marker 38.13.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | Yes |
| Price | $20 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 35ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 35ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (626) 335-1251 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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