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Sycamore Flat Campground
FSU.S. Forest Service — Pearblossom · California · Angeles National Forest
| Agency | FSU.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Area | Angeles National Forest |
| Location | Pearblossom · California · Angeles National Forest · 34.41376, -117.82513 · Map |
| Sites | 11 public sites counted from the federal listing — 11 standard nonelectric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 0 of 11 sites Water hookups at 0 of 11 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 11 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 11 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Longest reported site fits 18 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 0 sites · 30 ft: 0 sites · 35 ft: 0 sites · 40 ft: 0 sites |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Not reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground. |
| Check-in / out | In 02:00 PM · Out 11:00 AM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 12 sites, as reported |
| Phone | 661-269-2808 |
Check availability & book on Recreation.gov →
This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-08-30.
From the official listing
Overview Sycamore Flat Campground is a small, developed campground located in the Big Rock Creek Recreation Area of the Angeles National Forest. At approximately 4,200 feet in elevation, it offers a peaceful setting with mature sycamore and juniper trees and easy access to Big Rock Creek. The campground features 11 first-come, first-served campsites for tents and small RVs or trailers up to approximately 18 feet. It is open year-round, weather and road permitting.
Recreation Visitors can enjoy hiking, wildlife viewing, photography, picnicking, and exploring Big Rock Creek. Nearby trails include the South Fork Trail, Manzanita Trail, and Punchbowl Trail. The surrounding roads also offer scenic drives through the northeastern section of the San Gabriel Mountains.
Facilities Sycamore Flat Campground offers basic developed amenities, including 11 first-come, first-served campsites with picnic tables, fire rings, and a communal vault toilet. There is currently no piped water available so campers should bring enough for cooking, cleaning, drinking, and extinguishing campfires.
The campground accommodates tents and small RVs or trailers up to approximately 18 feet. Cell phone service is limited, and visitors should check current forest conditions and fire restrictions before arrival.
Natural Features Located where the Mojave Desert meets the San Gabriel Mountains, Sycamore Flat offers a unique blend of mountain and desert landscapes. Mature California sycamores, juniper trees, and native shrubs provide shade in portions of the campground, Nearby Big Rock Creek creates seasonal riparian habitat for birds and other wildlife. Rocky canyon walls, rolling hills, and open mountain views define the surrounding scenery.
Nearby Attractions Big Rock Creek – Popular for picnicking, photography, and seasonal recreation.
Devil’s Punchbowl Natural Area – Unique geologic formations with hiking trails and interpretive exhibits.
South Fork Trail – A scenic trail following Big Rock Creek through the San Gabriel Mountains.
Jackson Lake – Seasonal fishing, picnicking, and nearby camping opportunities.
Directions, from the listing
From Pearblossom - Highway 138:
From Highway 138 in Pearblossom, turn south onto Longview Road.
Continue south and turn left onto Avenue W.
Follow Avenue W toward Valyermo, passing the Mojave Work Center
Continue toward Big Rock Creek Road and turn right.
Follow Big Rock Creek Road approximately 3 miles up Big Rock Creek Canyon.
Sycamore Flat Campground will be on the left side of the road
Third-party navigation apps, including Google Maps, Apple Maps, and Waze, may provide inaccurate routing.
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Trip Card — Sycamore Flat Campground
Pearblossom · California · Angeles National Forest
| Agency | FS · U.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Location | Pearblossom · California · Angeles National Forest |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | None reported |
| Max RV | Up to 18 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 11 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10399470 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.