Pyramid Lake - Los Alamos Campground
Open — The campground is currently open. Stage 2 fire restrictions are in effect that prohibit all fires. Generators and stoves using liquid petroleum (LPG) fuels are permitted with specific rules.
From Recreation.gov
Stage 2 fire restrictions are currently in effect that prohibit all fires. Generators and fires or stoves that use liquid petroleum (LPG) fuels are permitted, but must follow specific rules.
Flood Advisory issued January 4 at 3:51PM PST until January 4 at 10:00PM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...Most of Los Angeles County in Southwest CA * WHEN...Until 1000 PM PST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Water, mud, or rocks over roadways. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 343 PM PST, Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Minor mudslides or debris flow are possible, especially near mountains or canyon roadways as well as recent burn scars. Radar and automated rain gauges indicated heavy rain with rainfall rates of 0.25 to 0.5 inches per hour with locally up to 0.75 inch per hour possible. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Downtown Los Angeles, Long Beach, Malibu, Acton, Wrightwood, Burbank, Pasadena, Van Nuys, Beverly Hills, Alhambra, Encino, Northridge, Culver City, Inglewood and Santa Monica. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
From Recreation.gov
Pyramid Lake Recreation Area and Los Alamos Campground is open. There is no closure. There are just no reservations able to be made at this time for Boat and or Personal Water Craft - It is First Come First Serve as it as always been. Reservations have never been accepted.
Mt. Baldy Trail Closure
A temporary closure of the Mt. Baldy area and nearby trails in the San Gabriel Mountains National Monument is in effect from January 1, 2026, at 0001 hours through January 7, 2026, at 2359 hours.
Fire Danger Level Downgraded to "High"
The fire danger level for the Angeles National Forest has been lowered from “Very High” to “High”. Despite the change, there are no new fire restrictions.What does this mean to you?
Be Prepared for Winter Weather
Recent storms have brought winter weather to the Angeles National Forest! From the foothills to elevations reaching over 10,000 feet, visitors can encounter a variety of conditions in the mountains.
Forest Order No. 05-01-25-13, Camping Equipment Prohibition
Pursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R. § 261.50(a), and to provide for public safety, the following acts are prohibited within the Angeles National Forest and San Gabriel Mountains National Monument. This Order is effective from August 15, 2025, through August 1, 2027.
Bridge Fire Area Closure Terminated
The Bridge Fire Area Closure (Forest Order No. 05-01-25-12) that was in effect from June 5, 2025 through May 22, 2026 has been terminated starting June 20, 2025.
Mt. Baldy Communications Site Project
Renegade Towers, LLC, is proposing to build, operate, and maintain a communication uses facility and tower. The proposed facility would be constructed within the Mt.
Forest Order 05-01-25-09 Eaton Fire Area Closure
On Friday, April 4, several popular trails, forest roads, and a campground reopened after the Eaton Fire, as per a new forest order issued by the Angeles National Forest. To see the full forest order, visit www.fs.usda.gov/angeles.
Office & Visitor Center Updates - Need Info or Passes?
The information below provides updates to existing information on our webpage about Angeles National Forest offices and visitor centers. Check this alert regularly.
Williamson Rock Area and Trail Closure
Hikers and equestrians along the Pacific Crest Trail may be affected by a temporary closure of the Williamson Rock area of the Angeles National Forest. This closure (Forest Order No.
Planning to Camp? (Stay Limits/Dispersed Camping Restrictions) til Dec. 15, 2026
The following is prohibited within the Angeles National Forest and San Gabriel Mountains National Monument from Dec. 16, 2022, through Dec. 15, 2026:
About
Los Alamos Campground is located 90 minutes from Los Angeles in Angeles National Forest, offering convenient access to the natural beauty of Pyramid Lake at the base of the mountains. The campground features 90 single family sites and 3 group campsites positioned in the hills above the Santa Clarita Valley, set back from the 1,300-acre Pyramid Lake with its 21 miles of shoreline. The campsites are mostly open with some trees offering limited shade to campers in Loop 3. Most parking aprons are sandy gravel, with some paved options. Each site includes picnic tables and grills. Facilities include flush toilets, fresh drinking water, volleyball courts, a dump station, and a camp general store. Bears are active in the area, and all food must be kept in approved containers. Pyramid Lake is a major draw for visitors, offering excellent fishing for striped bass, largemouth and smallmouth bass, rainbow trout, crappie, and bluegill. Boating and jet skiing are popular water activities. The area also provides opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, motorcycle riding, and wildlife viewing. A diverse variety of animal life exists in Angeles National Forest, including commonly seen birds and squirrels, as well as bobcat, mountain lion, bear, and Nelson bighorn sheep. The Vista Del Lago Visitor Center nearby offers sweeping lake views and information about California's water systems. Hungry Valley Off-Road State Vehicular Recreation Area is just minutes away.
Directions
From Valencia, California, drive 20 miles north on Interstate 5, then take the Smokey Bear exit west. Make a left on Pyramid Lake Road. Take a right at Hard Luck Road and continue 1.5 miles to the campground.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | No |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | Yes |
| Price | $26 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 35ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 35ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| campgrounds@mthigh.com | |
| Phone | +1 (760) 316-7828 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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