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Campground
Jackson Flats
Angeles National Forest, California
About this campground
Each tent-only site is located about 600 feet from the centrally-located parking area near the campground entrance.
Jackson Flats is a group camping facility located next to beautiful Grassy Hollow Visitor Center, which holds numerous nature programs, hikes and activities on Saturdays during the summer.
The Angeles Crest Highway, part of California State Route 2, is a scenic byway that meanders through oak thickets, chaparral, high desert landscapes and pine tree forests.
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- Latitude
- 34.360833° N
- Longitude
- 117.799167° W
Know before you arrive
Access, sites & campground features
Official facility and campsite inventory, supplemented by clearly marked community reports when the official listing does not publish the detail.
Access
- Hike-in
Site types
- Tent sites
- Group sites
Features
For campers
- Toilets
- Drinking water
- Picnic table
- Food storage
- Firewood available
- Pets allowedDogs are allowed in developed Forest Service recreation sites when restrained, crated or caged, or on a leash no longer than six feet. Posted site restrictions still apply.
- Reservable
For vehicles
- Parking
- Paved roads
Official campground guide
Plan with the full campground details
Facility information, site rules, booking windows, and published rates. Source snapshot checked Oct 18, 2026.
Overview
Jackson Flats is a group camping facility located next to beautiful Grassy Hollow Visitor Center, which holds numerous nature programs, hikes and activities on Saturdays during the summer. The peaceful setting, in the Angeles National Forest, is a short drive northeast of the bustling Los Angeles metropolitan area.
Facilities
Each tent-only site is located about 600 feet from the centrally-located parking area near the campground entrance. Campers may drive into the campsites only to unload/load their gear to their site. Vehicles may not park in campsites.
Each site is equipped with large picnic tables, a campfire circle, grills and bear-proof food storage lockers.
Potable water is available at all campsites.
Recreation
Campers can enjoy hiking, biking and relaxing in the shade. A few short trails loop around the campground and a connector trail leads to the Pacific Crest Trail. The trail stretches from Mexico through California, Oregon and Washington.
Additionally, the Angeles National Forest boasts 557 miles of hiking and equestrian trails. All trails, excluding the Pacific Crest Trail, allow mountain biking as well.
Natural Features
At an elevation 7,500 feet, Jackson Flats sits in grassy spaces among groves of pine and fir trees, with average summer daytime temperatures in the low 80s. Nights are cool.
In Angeles National Forest, vegetation ranges from chaparral and oak at lower elevations to pine forests at higher altitudes. Elevations range from 1,200 to 10,000 feet.
The endangered California condor inhabits the forest. The Least Bells vireo and the Southwestern Willow flycatcher are two migratory birds that visitors enjoy spotting in the area. Other local inhabitants include the Arroyo toad, mountain yellow-legged frog, the mountain lion and the two-striped garter snake.
Nearby Attractions
• The Angeles Crest Highway, part of California State Route 2, is a scenic byway that meanders through oak thickets, chaparral, high desert landscapes and pine tree forests.
• The ski resort town of Wrightwood is very close by. Restaurants and a disc golf course can be found at the North Resort.
• Take a hike on the Blue Ridge Trail or the Pacific Crest Trail. The Pacific Crest Trail is an impressive path that starts in Mexico and zigzags its way through Angeles and continues north across California, Oregon and Washington.
Activities & amenities
What Recreation.gov or the campground’s official source specifically lists.
Available activities
- Camping
- Hiking
- Birding
Amenities and facility features
- Flush toilets
- Potable water
- Picnic tables
- Wildlife-resistant food storage
- Campfire Circles
- Firewood
- Food Storage Locker
- Grills
- Host
- Parking Area
- Paved Roads
- Picnic Area
- Portable Toilets
- Trailheads
- Water Spigot
Recreation sites
Published inventory grouped by site type. Individual sites can have stricter limits.
Group Tent Only Area Non-Electric
5 sites- Reservation type
- Site-Specific
- Equipment
- Tent
- Maximum people
- 40
- Maximum vehicles
- 8
- Maximum vehicle length
- 0 ft
- Check-in
- 02:00 PM
- Check-out
- 11:00 AM
- Accessible sites
- None flagged in site inventory
Site rules, inventory & rates
Facility rules, inventory procedures, and price seasons published by the official source.
Site rules
- Maximum stay
- 14 nights
- Reservation cutoff
- 2 day(s) prior to arrival
- Maximum published occupancy
- 40 people per site
- Maximum published vehicles
- 8 vehicles per site
- Check-in
- 02:00 PM
- Check-out
- 11:00 AM
- Food storage
- Jackson Flats's official facility record states: Each site is equipped with large picnic tables, a campfire circle, grills and bear-proof food storage lockers.
- Fire and stove use
- Jackson Flats's official facility record states: Each site is equipped with large picnic tables, a campfire circle, grills and bear-proof food storage lockers.
- Pets
- Dogs are allowed in developed Forest Service recreation sites when restrained, crated or caged, or on a leash no longer than six feet. Posted site restrictions still apply.
Inventory window
Recreation.gov publishes a rolling booking window. The dates below are the official snapshot captured for this catalog build.
- Currently bookable through
- Sep 24, 2026
- Next release
- Nov 13, 2026, 7:00 AM PST
- Next book-through date
- May 13, 2027
- Group sites bookable through
- Sep 24, 2027
Published seasons & rates
| Season | Site type | Nightly rate | Additional person | Deposit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peak SeasonMay 13, 2026 – Sep 24, 2026 | Group Tent Only Area Non-Electric | $230 | — | — |
| Peak SeasonMay 13, 2026 – Sep 24, 2026 | Group Tent Only Area Non-Electric | $180 | — | — |
| Peak SeasonMay 13, 2027 – Sep 24, 2027 | Group Tent Only Area Non-Electric | $230 | — | — |
| Peak SeasonMay 13, 2027 – Sep 24, 2027 | Group Tent Only Area Non-Electric | $180 | — | — |
| Peak SeasonMay 13, 2028 – Sep 24, 2028 | Group Tent Only Area Non-Electric | $230 | — | — |
| Peak SeasonMay 13, 2028 – Sep 24, 2028 | Group Tent Only Area Non-Electric | $180 | — | — |
Important facility notices
Read these with current closure and fire notices before departure.
- It is advised that transportation remain on-site with your group in case of emergency evacuations.
- Fire restrictions may be enforced due to dry conditions.
- Bears frequent the area; all food must be kept in approved containers
- Gate must be locked after entrances and exits.
- Due to parking constraints, no additional vehicles are allowed.
- Parking space is very limited
- If you will be arriving more than more than 24 hours after the start of your reservation, you must contact the campground at (760)316-7828 or your reservation will be cancelled
- Click here to learn more about the Angeles National Forest
- 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.
- Check-in Time:02:00 PM; Check-out Time:11:00 AM
- Potable Water is now available on site!
Getting there & contact
Official directions
From Wrightwood, turn left onto CA-2 W/Angeles Crest Highway and go 6.1 miles. Look for signs and turn right. Drive 1.2 miles past Grassy Hollow Visitor Center and into the campground.
Facility contact
760-249-3526