Cooper Canyon Campground

Open — Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis, though winter access may be limited by snow and Highway 2 closures. No reservations accepted.

About

Cooper Canyon Trail Camp is a primitive backcountry campground accessible only by hiking 2.5 miles north along the Pacific Crest Trail from the Burkhart Trailhead at Cloudburst Summit. Located at approximately 6,800 feet elevation in a forested canyon within the San Gabriel Mountains, this hike-in campground offers a quiet backcountry experience with 5 designated group campsites. Each campsite includes a picnic table and fire ring with Klamath stove. Bear-proof storage boxes are provided at each site for securing food and scented items, essential in this active bear habitat. A vault toilet is available, but there is no piped water; campers must treat or filter water from the seasonal creek, though water flow may be minimal or non-existent during dry periods. Pack in-pack out practices are required as no trash receptacles are provided. The trailhead is located at Cloudburst Summit on Angeles Crest Highway (CA-2), approximately 32.6 miles north of Interstate 210. Access to the area typically requires an Adventure Pass for parking within Angeles National Forest. High-country conditions mean this campground may be inaccessible during winter months due to snow and road closures on Highway 2.

Directions

From Interstate 210 and CA-2, proceed 32.6 miles north on CA-2 to Cloudburst Summit and the Pacific Crest Trail. Hike 2.5 miles north along the Pacific Crest Trail to Cooper Canyon Trail Camp. Alternatively, access via Burkhart Trailhead at the back of Buckhorn Campground.

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