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Sycamore Flat Campground Reservations

Angeles National Forest, California

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Sycamore Flat Campground quick facts

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Reservations: Reserved on Recreation.gov.
Campsites: 12 sites.
Location: Angeles National Forest, California.Campgrounds in Angeles National Forest California campgrounds

As of November 2026, Sycamore Flat Campground is a campground in Angeles National Forest, California with 12 campsites. Sycamore Flat Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Sycamore Flat Campground is located at 34.4138° N, 117.8251° W.

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Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: fishing, hiking, wildlife, photography.

About Sycamore Flat Campground

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.

Rules and notices at Sycamore Flat Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on November 10, 2026. Check Sycamore Flat Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

No water available-please bring enough water for cooking, cleaning, drinking and extinguishing campfires.

No generators, amplifiers, live bands or loud music. Quiet hours are from 10 pm to 6 am.

Bears frequent the area- all food and scented items must be properly stored.

Check out time is 11 am. Check in time is 2 pm.

Call (661) 269-2808 for current conditions and additional information.

Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov .

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Sycamore Flat Campground FAQ

How do I make a campground reservation at Sycamore Flat Campground?

Campsites at Sycamore Flat Campground are reserved on Recreation.gov. If your dates are sold out, set a cancellation alert and we email you when a site opens.

What campgrounds are near Sycamore Flat Campground?

Campgrounds near Sycamore Flat Campground include Mountain Oak Campground, Deer Group Camp and Crystal Lake Campground.

How hard is it to get a campsite at Sycamore Flat Campground?

Sycamore Flat Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Sycamore Flat Campground?

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How many campsites does Sycamore Flat Campground have?

Sycamore Flat Campground has 12 campsites.