Mt. Pacifico Campground

Open — Road closed to vehicles for winter. The access road 3N17 closed November 10, 2025. Walk-in access remains available. The campground typically reopens to vehicles in May when weather permits.

About

Mt. Pacifico Campground sits at 7,100 feet elevation near the western boundary of the San Gabriel Mountains National Monument, offering a primitive camping experience with sweeping views. This tent-only campground features 10 first-come, first-served campsites and is not RV accessible. The campground is accessed via Forest Service Road 3N17 from Mill Creek Summit, approximately 4 miles on a dirt road from the signed gate. The campground serves as a convenient base for exploring the surrounding high country, with the Pacific Crest Trail passing just 1/2 mile north downslope. During the operating season, both road 3N17 and the access road to Mt. Pacifico Campground are open to street legal and off-highway vehicles. The campground is not regularly maintained and provides only basic amenities. Due to its high elevation, the campground operates seasonally and closes to vehicles when winter storms are projected. The gate is locked during winter months when the road becomes impassable, though walk-in access remains available for those willing to hike several miles. An Adventure Pass or Interagency Pass is required for all vehicles parked at this campground.

Directions

From Interstate 210 in Pasadena, exit onto the Angeles Crest Highway (Highway 2) and drive north for 9 miles. Turn left onto the Angeles Forest Highway (County Road N3) and drive about 12 miles to the intersection with Santa Clara Divide Road at Mill Creek Summit. Turn right and drive about 6 miles to the signed gate. Turn left and take the dirt road for 4 miles to the campground. May also be reached from the Sunland area by taking Big Tujunga Canyon Road and turning left at the Angeles Forest Highway, or by taking the Angeles Forest Highway from the Palmdale area.

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