Buckhorn Campground Angeles National Forest California

Buckhorn Overview

Buckhorn Campground has 28 campsites along a seasonal stream in the Angeles National Forest. All campsites are first-come, first-served.

The campground is seasonal and usually open mid April to mid December. Amenities include potable (drinking) water, vault toilets, trash collection (dumpsters) and overflow parking. Each site also has paved parking spur, table, fire ring and grill.

Campsites can accommodate tents, trailers and small RVs. The campground is also located close to the Mt. Waterman “ski” area off the Angeles Crest Highway (Highway 2). The Buckhart Trailhead is located at the campground and connects to a large network of National Recreation Trails in the area.

Buckhorn Campground – Area Recreation & Activities

The Angeles National Forest is just north of the Los Angeles basin and offers a wide range of outdoor recreation opportunities including camping, hiking, fishing, hunting, biking and wildlife viewing.

Chilao Campground is another one you may want to try. It has 83 campsites and is also located in the Angeles National Forest.

Amenities

• BBQ Grills
• Campsite Tables
• Cell Service Poor
• Drinking Water
• Dumpsters
• Fire Pit
• Fire Rings
• Golden Age & Access Passports accepted
• Grills
• Pets OK
• Picnic Tables
• Restrooms (Vault Toilets)
• Trash Collection

Activities

• Backpacking
• Biking
• Bird Watching
• Hiking
• Horseback riding
• Mountain Biking
• Nature Trails
• Photography
• Picnicking
• Stargazing
• Wilderness Area
• Wildlife Viewing