Mt. Lowe Trail Camp
Closed due to the Eaton Fire. The closure order (05-01-25-09) prohibits access to Mount Lowe Road (2N50.1 and 2N50.2), Mount Lowe West Trail, and Mount Lowe Trail East through December 31, 2027.
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 Downgraded to "Moderate"
Effective January 23, 2025, the Angeles National Forest fire danger level and associated restrictions are moving to MODERATE. Visitors to the forest, including recreational cabin owners and concessionaires, are advised of the following updates: All stoves and campfires require a valid California…
Eaton Fire Area Closure
In effort to protect the public and to facilitate natural recovery of the resources affected by the Eaton Fire, this closure extends the Eaton Fire Area Closure through December 31, 2027.The following roads and trails remain closed:RoadsMount Wilson Toll Road (below Mt Wilson Trail) Mount Wilson…
Forest Order No. 05-01-25-13, Camping Equipment Prohibition
Pursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R. § 261.50(a), and to provide for public safety, the following acts are prohibited within the Angeles National Forest and San Gabriel Mountains National Monument. This Order is effective from August 15, 2025, through August 1, 2027.Possessing personal…
Office & Visitor Center Updates - Need Info or Passes?
The information below provides updates to existing information on our webpage about Angeles National Forest offices and visitor centers. Check this alert regularly. Hours and pass availability may change with limited or no notice.When one office is closed, please contact another forest…
Williamson Rock Area and Trail Closure
Hikers and equestrians along the Pacific Crest Trail may be affected by a temporary closure of the Williamson Rock area of the Angeles National Forest. This closure (Forest Order No. 05-01-24-04), in effect through December 31, 2026, is for the protection of natural resources, specifically the…
Planning to Camp? (Stay Limits/Dispersed Camping Restrictions) til Dec. 15, 2026
The following is prohibited within the Angeles National Forest and San Gabriel Mountains National Monument from Dec. 16, 2022, through Dec. 15, 2026: 1. Camping outside of a Forest Service developed campground for > 7 consecutive days in a calendar year. 2. Camping outside of a Forest Service…
About
Mt. Lowe Trail Camp sits at 4,500 feet elevation in the rugged San Gabriel Mountains, accessible only by a 4-5 mile hike along the historic Mount Lowe Road from the locked gate at Chaney Trail. The camp offers five primitive backcountry sites in a forested setting that once served the famous Mount Lowe Railway, a scenic railway that operated from 1893 to 1936. This is a true wilderness experience with no developed amenities. There is no potable water on site, so campers must carry sufficient water for drinking, cooking, cleaning, and extinguishing campfires. The camp operates on a strict pack-it-in, pack-it-out basis. A hitching rail accommodates equestrian visitors. The trail camp is first-come, first-served with no fees or reservations required. The hike in follows Mount Lowe Road (2N50.2), which gains significant elevation and offers views of the Los Angeles basin. Nearby points of interest include the ruins of Echo Mountain and Inspiration Point.
Directions
From Interstate 210 in Pasadena, exit Lake Avenue and head north to Loma Alta Drive. Turn west (left) on Loma Alta and drive to Chaney Trail Drive at the flashing yellow light. From the locked gate at 2N50.2, hike 4-5 miles on the road to reach the trail camp.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | No |
| 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
| Phone | +1 (818) 899-1900 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Mt. Lowe Trail Camp | |
| Angeles NF Eaton Fire Closure |
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