Spruce Grove Campground
Open year-round, first-come first-served with no fees or reservations required. Fire danger is currently at Moderate, meaning campfires and stoves are allowed in the Klamath stoves provided, but a valid California Campfire Permit is required. No potable water is available; campers must bring their own.
Red Flag Warning issued October 15 at 1:16PM PDT until October 17 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
...HIGH RISK FOR RAPID FIRE GROWTH AND EXTREME FIRE BEHAVIOR WITH ANY NEW FIRE STARTS THROUGH SATURDAY, DUE TO MODERATE TO LOCALLY STRONG SANTA ANA WINDS AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY... .Updates include adding the following areas to the previous Red Flag Warnings - Ojai, Casitas, and the Santa Lucia Mountains. Moderate to strong Santa Ana winds will peak around Friday then slowly weaken through the weekend. Meanwhile, dry air will persist and dry out any effects of the recent rains. Red Flag Warnings are in effect for most of Los Angeles and Ventura Counties Thursday through Saturday, and for interior Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo Counties for Friday. * AFFECTED AREA...The mountains and foothills of Los Angeles and Ventura Counties. * TIMING...Until 8 PM PDT Saturday. * WINDS...Northeast to east 20 to 40 mph with gusts of 50 to 70 mph, strongest through Friday afternoon when isolated gusts of 70 to 90 mph are possible. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...Minimums of 10 to 25 percent common. * IMPACTS...If fire ignition occurs, conditions are favorable for extreme fire behavior which would threaten life and property.
High Wind Warning issued October 15 at 7:38AM PDT until October 16 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...Northeast winds 25 to 45 mph with gusts of 50 to 70 mph possible. * WHERE...Eastern San Gabriel Mountains, Interstate 5 Corridor, Santa Susana Mountains, Western San Gabriel Mountains and Highway 14 Corridor, and Western Santa Monica Mountains Recreational Area. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
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.…
About
Spruce Grove Trail Camp is a rustic backcountry campground located in the heart of the San Gabriel Mountains National Monument within Angeles National Forest. The camp features seven primitive walk-in sites, each equipped with a picnic table, and Klamath stoves are available for cooking when fire conditions permit. The setting along the upper reaches of the canyon provides a quiet retreat for hikers seeking solitude away from the more accessible frontcountry campgrounds. Reaching Spruce Grove requires a roughly 4-mile hike from the Chantry Flat trailhead. The route follows portions of the Gabrielino National Recreation Trail and connects to the Upper Winter Creek Trail, making it a solid basecamp for further exploration. There is no potable water on site; seasonal stream water may be present but requires treatment and cannot be relied upon due to variable rainfall. Campers must pack in all supplies and pack out all trash. No fees or reservations are required. Dogs are permitted but must remain leashed at all times. Fire restrictions vary with current conditions, so campers should verify the fire danger level before visiting. A valid California Campfire Permit is required for any stove or campfire use.
Directions
Exit I-210 in Arcadia at Santa Anita Avenue and head north approximately 6 miles to Chantry Flat. Park at the Chantry Flat Picnic Area (Adventure Pass required for parking). Hike approximately 4 miles on the Gabrielino National Recreation Trail to reach the campground.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| 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 (626) 335-1251 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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