About this campground
At a Glance: Distance: 7 miles (one-way) Difficulty: Easy Total Climbing: Minimal What to Expect For those seeking an easy stroll down a canopied paved trail with relaxing water sounds, then the West Fork is for you! This 7-mile hike is located 14-miles above the city of Azusa, CA on Highway 39. This nationally designated bikeway is very popular with bicyclists who enjoy flat surface as they make their way towards Glenn Campground and eventually Cogswell damn. During a hot-summer-day, hikers can cool off by dipping into the West Fork of the San Gabriel River under shade from Sycamore, White alder, and Willow trees. It's important to note, however, this is one of the forest's more popular hikes and the nearby West Fork parking lot only accommodates 45 vehicles (make sure to display an Adventure Pass) so it's recommended to come very early in the morning or later in the afternoon to avoid the crowds.
Activities
- HIKING
- PICNICKING
Nearby federal campgrounds
- West Fork Fishing Access Fishing SiteAngeles National Forest0 mi
- San Gabriel Cyn OHV Area Specialized Sport SiteAngeles National Forest1 mi
- San Gabriel Environmental Education Center InterprAngeles National Forest2 mi
- Upper Bear Creek TrailheadAngeles National Forest3 mi
- Coldbrook CampgroundAngeles National Forest4 mi
- Oaks Picnic SiteAngeles National Forest5 mi
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West Fork Day Use Trailhead doesn't take campsite reservations — but plenty of nearby California campgrounds do, and we'll alert you the moment a sold-out site opens up.
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