WELCOME! The Angeles National Forest CAMPING AND PICNICKING was established by Executive Order in De- The Angeles National Forest has over cember 1892. Covering over 650,000 acres 100 developed picnic areas and (about one-quarter of Los Angeles County), campgrounds. Choose from cool, se- it is one of 18 National Forests in California, cluded forest sites, to sunny stream and one of 156 in the Nation. side locations.

The land within the Forest is as diverse in Camp sites are first come first served appearance and terrain as it is in the with a maximum 14-day stay. A opportunities it provides for enjoyment. campsite may be used by a maximum Elevations range from 1,200 to 10,064 feet. of 8 people and 2 vehicles. Where fees Much of the Forest is covered with dense are required, check out time is 2 p.m. chaparral which changes to pine and unless otherwise specified. fir-covered slopes as you reach the majestic Campgrounds accommodating large peaks of the higher elevations. Wildlife is groups are available on a reservation abundant throughout the Forest, and spring basis only. Contact a local Forest Ser- brings a sprinkling of colorful wildflowers. vice office for more information.

The Forest is not only a vital watershed for Campfire permits are not required at Los Angeles and surrounding communities, developed Forest Service but provides a place where you may hike, campgrounds or picnic areas. Visitors camp, ski, fish, swim, target shoot, go may use the stoves, fire pits and off-roading or just enjoy the beautiful campfire circles provided by the Forest scenery. A Forest Recreation Map is Service, or their own barbecues, liquid available for purchase from your local or gas fuel portable stoves, as long as Forest Service office. proper clearance is maintained. Visitor built “rock ring” camp fires are not al- NATIONAL FOREST ADVENTURE PASS lowed. A National Forest Adventure Pass is a rec- reation pass for visitors using the Open wood fires and barbecues are Angeles, Cleveland, Los Padres and San not permitted outside developed Bernardino National Forests. It is required Forest Service campgrounds and for vehicles parked in non-fee areas while picnic areas. Only portable stoves us- visitors are participating in recreation ing gas, jellied petroleum or pressur- activities (picnics, hiking, fishing, etc.). ized liquid fuel may be used outside developed sites, and a California The Pass must be displayed on visitors’ Campfire permit is required for their vehicles and is available in two forms: a use. Fire restrictions may be imposed Daily Pass for $5, and an Annual Pass for during high fire danger. Free Campfire $30. Passes may be purchased at many Permits and current fire restriction in- Forest Service locations, local vendors and formation may be obtained at any For- most major sporting good outlets. For more est Service office. information on the Pass and where you may purchase yours, contact a local Forest Service office. Issued 11/10

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WATER SAFETY TARGET SHOOTING Although lakes and streams may appear Two concessionaire-operated shooting pure, only piped water at developed recrea- areas are located within the Angeles tion sites is safe to drink without being National Forest. These are fee areas, treated. Always treat water from springs, and are the only legal areas for target lakes, ponds and streams before drinking or shooting. A Place to Shoot is located using it to wash dishes. One recommended at 33951 San Francisquito Canyon method of treatment is to bring clear water Road, 11 miles north of Saugus. Call to a rolling boil for at least 5 minutes. (661) 296-5552 for more information. Burro Canyon Shooting Park is lo- TRAILS cated about one half mile east of the The Angeles National Forest offers 557 junction of State Highway 39 (Azusa miles of hiking and equestrian trails includ- Ave.) and the East Fork Road. Call ing 73 miles of National Recreation trails (626) 910-1344 for more information. and 176 miles of the Pacific Crest Trail. These trails offer ample choices for all - HUNTING from beginners to experienced outdoors Hunting is permitted throughout the enthusiasts. All trails, except the PCT and Angeles National Forest during hunting those in Wilderness Areas, are open to seasons designated by the California mountain bikes. State Department of Fish and Game. Hunting is not permitted in those areas Before beginning any trip, take into account where the discharge of firearms is pro- your time available, knowledge of the area, hibited by County Ordinance, Califor- necessary equipment (don’t forget water), nia State law, or Federal regulations. A weather, terrain and time of year. Let family valid California hunting license is re- or friends know where you are going and quired. when you expect to return. OFF-HIGHWAY VEHICLES (OHV) BOATING AND SWIMMING Because of the many different uses of the Forest and the delicate environ- PYRAMID LAKE offers boating, swimming, ment, all OHV travel must be on desig- picnicking and fishing. A parking fee is nated routes and trails or in designat- charged for vehicles, including trailers and ed Open Areas. The Angeles provides recreation vehicles. Camping is available at 364 miles of designated routes Los Alamos Campground, 1 mile west of the (roads). Rowher Flats OHV Area (San- lake. Call (661) 295-1245 for more infor- ta Clara/Mojave RD) offers 47 miles of mation. designated trails and a designated "Open Area". Other Open Areas are lo- CASTAIC LAKE, managed by L.A.County, cated at San Gabriel Canyon (San Ga- offers boating, fishing, swimming, picnicking briel River RD) and Little Rock Canyon and boat rentals. A parking fee is charged. (Santa Clara/Mojave RD). All OHVs No public campgrounds are available. Call must meet DMV standards for ap- (661) 257-4050 for more information. proved mufflers and current registra- tion. Vehicles such as motorcycles, ELIZABETH LAKE offers fishing and boat- ATVs and Odysseys must be equipped ing for sailboats, non-motorized water craft with approved spark arresters and and boats with 10 h.p. engines or less. Jet have valid green stickers. Remember- skis and engines over 10 h.p. are strictly State law requires that ALL ATV rid- prohibited. Swimming is not permitted, and ers wear a helmet. no camping is available.

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WILDERNESS AREAS along the river. A valid California fish- Five W ilderness areas, totaling about ing license is required. No fishing is 132,000 acres, exist within the Forest. The- allowed in Morris, Cogswell, Big se are the San Gabriel, Sheep Mountain, Tujunga, Pacoima, or Bouquet Reser- Cucamonga, Pleasant View Ridge and Magic voirs. Mountain wilderness areas. Not only do they offer a unique opportunity to escape the WINTERSPORTS hectic pace of city life, but also provide a Winter not only provides a spectacular chance to explore areas set aside as some snow-covered landscape, but offers a of the Nation’s truly natural areas. Hiking large variety of recreation opportuni- trails are provided for the novice as well as ties. Cross-country skiing, snow camp- the experienced backpacker. Entering to the ing, hiking, snowmobiling and snow Cucamonga W ilderness requires a permit play are some popular uses of the For- which may be obtained through the San Ga- est when it is blanketed with snow. briel River District Office in Glendora during Downhill skiing is available at all of the the week, or on weekends at the Mt. Baldy following commercial ski areas: Mt. Visitor Center. When entering the Sheep Baldy, Mountain High, Ski Sunrise, Mountain W ilderness from the East Fork, a Snowcrest Snowpark and Mt. Water- permit is required. For your convenience a man. For more information, contact self-service Wilderness Permit system is any of these offices. Office hours are available at the East Fork Ranger Station. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 No permit is required for the San Gabriel p.m. Wilderness. Angeles National Forest PETS Supervisor's Office Pets are welcome in the Angeles National 701 N. Santa Anita Ave. Forest, but in consideration of other visitors, Arcadia, CA 91006 the protection of wildlife and for your pet's (626) 574-1613 safety, all pets must be on a leash. CRS (800) 735-2929 http://www.fs.usda.gov/goto/angeles FISHING The following areas offer shore line fishing Los Angeles River Ranger District and are stocked periodically by the Depart- 12371 N. Little Tujunga Canyon Road ment of Fish and Game: Piru Creek, San Fernando, CA 91342 Bouquet Creek, Arroyo Seco Creek, Upper (818) 899-1900 Big Tujunga Canyon (Alder Creek), Lower Big Tujunga Creek, Big Rock Creek, Crystal San Gabriel River Ranger District Lake, Littlerock Creek and Reservoir, 110 N. Wabash Avenue Jackson Lake, San Dimas Reservoir, San Glendora, CA 91741 Gabriel Reservoir and all forks of the San (626) 335-1251 Gabriel River. Santa Clara/Mojave Rivers Ranger District Pyramid Lake, Castaic Lake and Elizabeth 28245 Avenue Crocker, Suite 220 Lake are also stocked periodically, and offer Valencia, CA 91355 boat or shoreline fishing opportunities. For (661) 296-9710 current stocking information call the The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrim i- Department of Fish and Game: (562) 590- nation in all its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin , age, disability, and where ap p l i c a b l e , 5020. sex, marital status, familial status, parental status, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information, political beliefs, r e- prisal, or because all or part of an individual’s income is d e- The West Fork of the San Gabriel River from rived from any public assistance program. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) Persons with disabili t i e s w h o the second bridge up stream from Highway require alter native means for communica tion of program info r- mation (Braille, large print, audiotape, etc.) should contact 39 to Cogswell Reservoir, is designated as a USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720 - 2600 (voice and TDD). To file a complaint of discrimina tion, write to USDA, Director, native trout "catch and release" area. Only O f f i c e of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Was h- ington, D.C. 20250 - 9410, or call (800) 795 - 3272 (voice) or artificial lures with a single barbless hook ( 2 0 2 ) 7 2 0 - 6382 (TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider maybe used. Fishing platforms are located and employer.

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