Buckhorn Campground Angeles National Forest California

Buckhorn Overview

Buckhorn Campground has 28 campsites along a seasonal stream in the Angeles National Forest. It is first-come, first-served. Amenities include drinking water, vault toilets and overflow parking.

Contrary to what you may have heard or read, Buckhorn Campground is no secret. It’s a popular campground located at about 6,300 feet in the beautiful Angeles National Forest above Los Angeles. Check out all of the campsite photos for Buckhorn Campground and you’ll see it is quite the gem.  Our favorite Buckhorn campsites are 7, 8, 15, 18, 22, 23 and 27.

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.

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.

Reservations:

First Come, First Served

Amenities

• BBQ Grills
• Campsite Tables
• Drinking Water
• Fire Pit
• Fire Rings
• Grills
• Pets OK
• Picnic Tables
• Restrooms (Vault Toilets)

Activities

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