Bear Canyon

Its sites are first-come, first-served (no reservations), and camping is free. Bear Canyon is a National Forest campground near La Ca¿¿ada Flintridge, California.

First-come, first-served

National Forest · La Ca¿¿ada Flintridge, California

National Forest
Managed by

Getting a site

Managed by
National Forest
Reservations
None, first-come
Fee
Free

Source: apps.fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-30

What's there

  • ✕ Toilets

No toilets.

Access and cell service

Elevation
3,467 ft

34.2408, -118.1328 in Los Angeles. Open in OpenStreetMap. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.

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Common questions

Do you need a reservation at Bear Canyon?

No. Bear Canyon is first-come, first-served: there is no reservation system, so arrive early to claim an open site.

How much does it cost to camp at Bear Canyon?

Camping at Bear Canyon is free.

Who manages Bear Canyon?

Bear Canyon is managed by the U.S. Forest Service.

Around Bear Canyon

More campgrounds: camping near La Ca¿¿ada Flintridge and campgrounds in Los Angeles.

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