Cooper Canyon Campground
Open for camping. Access is via a 2.5-mile hike from Cloudburst Summit (CA-2 mile 57) or Burkhart Trailhead at Buckhorn. CA-2 is currently closed from Islip Saddle to Vincent Gap, but Cloudburst Summit remains accessible from the LA side. Trail portions may have lingering snow at higher elevations. Campfires permitted in fire rings with a valid California Campfire Permit; current fire danger is Moderate.
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About
Cooper Canyon Trail Camp sits at 6,800 feet in the San Gabriel Mountains National Monument within Angeles National Forest. This primitive backcountry camp is accessible via a 2.5-mile hike from either Burkhart Trailhead at Buckhorn Campground or the Cloudburst Summit/Pacific Crest Trail trailhead off CA-2. The camp connects to the Burkhart Trail and High Desert National Recreation Trail system. The camp offers 5 group sites equipped with picnic tables and campfire rings or Klamath stoves. A vault toilet is available, but there are no trash receptacles or potable water. Seasonal stream water may be available nearby but must be treated before use; water flow can be low or non-existent during dry periods. Bear-proof storage boxes are provided for food and scented items. No camping fee is charged, though an Adventure Pass ($5/day or $30/year) is required for parking at trailheads. The camp is managed by Mountain High concessionaire. Snow may cover portions of the trail depending on winter snowfall, and campfires require a valid California Campfire Permit when fire restrictions allow.
Directions
From Interstate 210 in La Cañada Flintridge, take CA-2 (Angeles Crest Highway) northeast approximately 32.6 miles to Cloudburst Summit and the Pacific Crest Trail trailhead. Hike 2.5 miles north along the PCT to Cooper Canyon Trail Camp. Alternative access: continue to Buckhorn Campground (mile 36) and use Burkhart Trailhead.
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 | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| campgrounds@mthigh.com | |
| Phone | +1 (760) 316-7828 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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