Bear Campground
Open year-round, first-come first-served. Access road is rough and a 4x4 vehicle is highly recommended. Fire danger is currently Moderate; campfires allowed in designated fire rings with a valid California Campfire Permit.
Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
Fire Danger Level Downgraded to "Moderate"
Effective January 23, 2025, the Angeles National Forest fire danger level and associated restrictions are moving to MODERATE. Visitors to the forest, including recreational cabin owners and concessionaires, are advised of the following updates: All stoves and campfires require a valid California…
Eaton Fire Area Closure
In effort to protect the public and to facilitate natural recovery of the resources affected by the Eaton Fire, this closure extends the Eaton Fire Area Closure through December 31, 2027.The following roads and trails remain closed:RoadsMount Wilson Toll Road (below Mt Wilson Trail) Mount Wilson…
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.Possessing personal…
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. Hours and pass availability may change with limited or no notice.When one office is closed, please contact another forest…
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. 05-01-24-04), in effect through December 31, 2026, is for the protection of natural resources, specifically the…
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: 1. Camping outside of a Forest Service developed campground for > 7 consecutive days in a calendar year. 2. Camping outside of a Forest Service…
About
Bear Campground is a remote, primitive campground situated in the Sawmill Mountain area of the Angeles National Forest, northwest of the town of Lake Hughes. The campground offers seven individual sites, each equipped with a designated picnic table, fire ring, and bear-proof storage locker. Recent improvements through Great American Outdoors Act funds added new fire rings, storage lockers, information boards, and drainage features. This is an extremely primitive campground with no toilets, no trash service, and no potable water. Campers must bring all water for drinking, cooking, and fire extinguishing, and must pack out all trash. The access road (Forest Service Road 7N23) is rough, and a high-clearance 4x4 vehicle is highly recommended. The campground sees light usage except during hunting season when it becomes popular. The campground operates year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. A valid Adventure Pass, America the Beautiful Pass, or equivalent is required in addition to the nightly camping fee. Dogs are allowed but must be kept on leash at all times.
Directions
From Interstate 5 in Castaic, turn northeast on Lake Hughes Road and drive 27 miles to the town of Lake Hughes. Turn left on Pine Canyon Road and continue to Sawmill Mountain-Liebre Ridge Road (Forest Service Road 7N23). Drive approximately 10 miles on 7N23 to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | No |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $12 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (818) 899-1900 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Bear Campground - USFS | |
| Angeles NF Alerts |
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