Coldbrook Campground
The campground is open and operates first-come, first-served with no reservations. Piped water is not available due to a maintenance issue; bring all water needed for your stay. A California Campfire Permit is required. Fire restrictions may apply depending on current conditions.
National Forest System Roads
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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 Elevated to "High"
Effective June 12, 2026, fire danger levels have increased to “HIGH” at the Angeles National Forest, which includes the San Gabriel Mountains National Monument. Visit our Newsroom Webpage to read the full press release.
About
Coldbrook Campground sits at 3,350 feet elevation along the North Fork of the San Gabriel River within the San Gabriel Mountains National Monument. The 22 shaded campsites are nestled at the intersection of Coldbrook and Soldier Creeks, offering a quieter alternative to the nearby Crystal Lake Recreation Area. Each site accommodates up to eight people and two vehicles (additional fee for second vehicle), with a fire ring and picnic table. The campground provides vault toilets. Piped water is not currently available due to a maintenance issue; visitors must bring sufficient water for drinking, cooking, cleaning, and extinguishing campfires. Stream water is available seasonally but must be treated before use. RVs up to 22 feet in length are permitted, though no hookups are available. Recreational opportunities abound: the Smith Mountain Trailhead is just a third of a mile away, and the popular Bridge to Nowhere hike via the East Fork Trail is a short drive. The Upper Bear Creek Trailhead for wilderness backpacking lies approximately a quarter-mile south. The San Gabriel River is stocked with rainbow trout during summer months, roughly four miles downstream.
Directions
From Interstate 210 and CA-39, drive 18.3 miles north on CA-39. Coldbrook Campground will be on the left at mile marker 32.18.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | — |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $20 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 22ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (626) 335-1251 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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