Recreation area

Frenchman's Flat Day Use Area

Angeles National Forest · California — managed by USDA Forest Service

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

The 2,200-acre Frenchman’s Flat standard amenity recreation fee area is a popular riparian area most well-known for the Wild and Scenic River designation, and its native trout fishery. Recreation activities include wildlife viewing, swimming, hiking, and picnicking. Day use hours are 6 am to 10 pm.

Activities

  • PICNICKING

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.