Millard Campground
Closed due to damage from the 2025 Eaton Fire. Restrooms, fire rings, and bear boxes are unavailable. The Eaton Fire Area Closure order is in effect through December 31, 2027. Chaney Trail road access is also closed; if reopened, plan to hike approximately 3 miles from the trailhead.
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Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
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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
Millard Campground offers a secluded backcountry camping experience in Millard Canyon within the San Gabriel Mountains National Monument. At 1,900 feet elevation, this small hike-in campground provides access to Millard Falls, a 50-foot waterfall located just a short walk from camp. The six primitive sites are equipped with picnic tables and campfire rings, with vault toilets available nearby. This is a pack-it-in, pack-it-out experience with no potable water on site. Seasonal stream water may be present but requires treatment before use, and flow can be minimal during dry periods. The campground operates strictly first-come-first-served with no advance reservations permitted. An Adventure Pass ($5/day or $30/year) or America the Beautiful Pass is required for both camping and day use. Access is via Chaney Trail from Pasadena, where campers park at the trailhead and hike approximately one-third mile to the sites. The campground may close periodically due to high fire danger or bear activity.
Directions
From Interstate 210 in Pasadena, exit Lake Avenue and head north to Loma Alta Drive. Turn left (west) on Loma Alta and continue to Chaney Trail Drive at the flashing yellow light. Turn right on Chaney Trail and follow to the trailhead at the road's end. Park and follow signs to the campground.
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 | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (818) 899-1900 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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