Big Rock Campground
Open year-round, first-come first-served. Forest Road 4N11 is currently closed under forest order, requiring a 1/8-mile hike from the gate. Fire danger is at Moderate level; campfires are permitted with a valid California campfire permit.
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About
Big Rock Campground offers a quiet, primitive camping experience in the high desert transition zone of the San Gabriel Mountains National Monument within Angeles National Forest. The campground sits along Big Rock Creek, accessible via Forest Service Road 4N11 off Big Rock Creek Road. With only 8 sites, it sees light use and provides a peaceful retreat for those seeking solitude. Each campsite includes a designated picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets and trash receptacles are provided on-site. No potable water is available, so campers must bring all water needed for drinking, cooking, cleaning, and extinguishing campfires. The area is well-suited for tent camping and smaller vehicles when the road is open. The campground operates year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. Forest Service Road 4N11 is seasonally closed, during which time campers must hike in approximately 1/8 mile from the gate. An Adventure Pass, America the Beautiful Pass, or equivalent recreation pass is required for parked vehicles.
Directions
From Highway 138 near Pearblossom, turn south on Longview Road. Turn left on Valyermo Road and drive past the Mojave Work Center. Turn right on Big Rock Creek Road and continue up the canyon past Sycamore Campground and Camp Fenner to the campground entrance on the right side of Forest Service Road 4N11.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $5 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Big Rock Campground | |
| Angeles NF Alerts & Closures |
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