Angeles National Forest Announces Seasonal Re-openings of Roads, Recreation Areas

The Angeles National Forest will have seasonal re-openings Friday of two roads and nine recreation sites for picnicking, hiking, and camping — several of which are within easy driving distance from the Montrose-LaCrescenta area, Angeles National Forest officials announced Thursday.

Areas to be re-opened are:

• Chilao Campground Manzanita Loop
• Chilao Picnic Area
• Charleton Picnic Area
• Eagles Roost Picnic Area
• Ridgecrest Picnic Area
• Vista Picnic Area
• Bandido Campground
• Coulter Campground
• Meadow Group Campground

In addition, Skyline Park at Mount Wilson will re-open April 6. The sites will be open until Nov. 15.

Road Openings

Forest officials are also re-opening the Santa Clara Divide Road between Angeles Christian Camp and the Alder Saddle gate. As a result, the road will also be open between Alder Saddle and Sulphur Springs gate.

For questions about the areas, please contact the Los Angeles River Ranger District Office at (818) 899-1900, ext. 221.                  

Do you plan to visit any of these areas now that they are re-opened for the season?