Bear Canyon Campground Introduce
Bear Canyon Campground offers a unique and adventurous camping experience nestled in the scenic mountains of Altadena, California. Known for its challenging hike to reach the campground, visitors are rewarded with breathtaking views of waterfalls and serene creek crossings. Perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, Bear Canyon provides a mix of tranquility and adventure.
Located approximately 9 miles from Switzer Trailhead, the journey to Bear Canyon Campground is a memorable one, winding through a stream that offers both visual beauty and challenges. The trail passes by five major waterfalls and 26 creek crossings, making it essential for hikers to wear waterproof shoes and socks.
Upon arrival at the campground, visitors will find basic but functional amenities, including fire pits, picnic benches, shade, and a cast iron heating plank for cooking meals. The primitive setup encourages guests to embrace nature while providing all necessary facilities for an authentic camping experience.
- Natural Beauty: Surrounded by scenic views, abundant birdlife, and wildflowers, Bear Canyon is a haven for nature lovers.
- Hiking Opportunities: The trail offers a mix of challenging terrain and stunning landscapes, making it ideal for adventurous hikers.
- Primitive Amenities: While basic, the facilities are well-equipped to meet your camping needs.
- Water-based Activities: The stream along the trail provides opportunities for photography and enjoyment, though be sure to bring waterproof gear.
Campers must obtain a pre-paid Adventure Recreation Pass for parking at the trailhead. This pass is essential for access and supports local conservation efforts.
Customer feedback highlights both the beauty of the location and the challenges of the hike. Hikers praise the scenic views and wildlife, while noting that the campground itself is basic. One visitor described it as an "amazing hike" with "very scenic views," emphasizing the need for proper footwear and hydration.
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Customer Reviews
An amazing hike to the campground, but the campground is pretty lame. There is 5 major waterfalls and 26 creek crossings to get to this campground.
We did the trail from Switzer trailhead to bear canyon campground. It was ~9mi trail (out and back). The whole trail passed through the water stream. Very scenic view. Lot of bird humming is heard in the whole stretch. We found few wildflower blooms on our way. Since there is lot of switching sides of the stream throughout the trail, your shoes would get literally wet. So, recommend wearing waterproof shoes and waterproof socks to save your feet 🥶. Carry ample drinking water. Campground is primitive equipped with fire pit, picnic bench, shade, cast iron heating plank for heating ur food. You need to have pre-paid adventure recreation pass to part your vehicle at the trailhead.
Hiked in Saturday morning from Miller camp ground, we spent the night and hiked back Sunday morning Good backpacking trip for beginners
A Backcountry campground, not much more than a stove, decaying Picnic Table, and a flat area to pitch your tent. A nice, peaceful campground off the beaten path. In 2014 the trail to the campground had many felled trees blocking the path, not sure if they are still there. Beware of Poison oak!
One of my favorite spots in the Angeles National Forest. Nice, easy and mostly shaded hike. Very quiet on the week days. Lots of trees for Hammock camping.
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