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Manker Campground

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Angeles National Forest
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83%
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4 reviews
21 sites · RV, Tent

See Mt. Baldy in your summit future? Come stay the night before at Manker Campground right outside the trails that lead up to it. At 6,000 feet you’ll be sitting pretty around a campfire dreaming of the hike ahead of you. For a re-up on water on the way there or back, make a visit to the stream where you can gather the gift straight from Mother Earth. Just be sure to treat it prior to quenching your thirst. Don’t plan on making the trek to Baldy’s summit? Fair enough, Manker is also great for some plain ole fashioned chillaxin’.

What this place offers
Campfire allowed
Pets allowed
No showers
Toilets
Potable water
Picnic tables
No sewage hookups
No electric hookups
First come, first served
RV, Tent
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88%
(141)
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93%
(66)
27mi from Manker Campground · 33 sites · Tents, RVs · Apple Valley, CA
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99%
(126)
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86%
(68)
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97%
(35)
27mi from Manker Campground · 2 sites · RVs · Hacienda Heights, CA
Urban camping in a nature setting. Close to hiking trails and centrally located in LA county, just over the hill from the OC. Short trip up adjacent street to hiking and nature park/fitness area.
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  • Horses in the pasture
  • Holcomb Valley Ranch
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Holcomb Valley Ranch

98%
(1070)
41mi from Manker Campground · 45 sites · Tents, RVs · Fawnskin, CA
Holcomb Valley Ranch invites you to kick back and relax on our private, 400+ acre ranch in the San Bernardino Mountains. Centered around a 100+ acre meadow, filled with horses in summer months and surrounded by thousands of acres of mountainous National Forest. Just 15 minutes from Big Bear Lake - a large recreational, fresh-water lake for summer swimming, boating, skiing, fishing and other super fun water activities. The Ranch feels remote and private. Yet is only four miles to the town of Big Bear with shopping and restaurants. Also in close proximity to incredible rock climbing at the Pinnacles, seemingly endless hiking and biking and some pretty epic off-roading 4x4 trails. Each campsite is approximately one acre, and generously-distanced from neighboring campers. Amenities include its own fire ring with grilling grate and picnic table(s). The campsites are both cozy enough for 2 or spacious enough for large groups and can easily accommodate a mix of RVs, camper vans and tents. From June to October the 100+ area open meadow is filled with horses grazing and galloping about (please don't pet or feed!) A four-seasons destination, the Ranch has year-round experiences with warm summers and snowy winters. An excellent basecamp, within close proximity to the lake, ski slopes, Pinnacles, hiking/biking and off-roading trails. After a day filled with adventure or ultimate relaxation, be sure to enjoy the breath-taking sunsets over the meadow. The evenings blanket guests with a sea of stars. Toast up some s’mores and warm up some hot-coco over a beautiful, crackling campfire. Remember the s’mores and always follow the “Leave No Trace” principles. There are large trash bins by the entrance. We look forward to hosting you at the Ranch! Please note: OHV’s are allowed. They count as one of the allowed vehicles per campsite and must adhere to the speed limit (10mph) and remain on established camp roads while on the property. They may not be driven from 8pm to 8am. It is strictly forbidden to ride your vehicles through the forest, meadow or off any established roads on or off property. Please research which of the surrounding forestry roads allow for your vehicle type to be driven on.  Campsites on the west side of the meadow (F, G & H sites) are partially accessed by a forestry road that does not allow dirt bikes. Horses: The horses which may be roaming the meadow during your stay are not property of Holcomb Valley Ranch. When horses are present, guests and their pets are prohibited from entering the meadow. Please do not approach, interact, feed or touch the horses. This is for your safety and the safety of the horses. Do, however, take lots of photos! They make a perfect backdrop:)
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Old West Mountain Camping Near LA!

96%
(115)
39mi from Manker Campground · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Acton, CA
Learn more about this land:A vast expanse of oak trees, California Junipers and rugged, mountainous land running with jackrabbits, quail, and owls that is just 3 miles from Vazquez Rocks and the PCT, our ranch transports you. From the tent campsite, you look out for 20 miles and see nothing but nature across small mountains and canyons all the way to the peaks of Angeles National Forest in the distance. The campsite is a large flat area. For a trailer or RV it's a great place to park and the view is towards wide open spaces. With a tent or if you want more pure nature, you can drive out onto the property further towards the small ruin of the old homesteader's cabin or beyond. The property has a long-abandoned gold mine and circular arrastres where miners used mules to break up rocks. Nearby Acton has pick-your-own apples/pears/peaches at Bloom farms. We are at 3000 feet with strong sun during the day and cool mountains air at night. The camping is set away from structures, but if you want to stroll, closer to the ranch buildings, we have friendly small goats you can visit if interested and horses and a donkey to say hello to across the corral fence. 
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More to explore nearby

83%
3 ratings · 4 reviews
December 2016
Update: In my last review I forgot to mention there is more than just the mountain around! In the summer take advantage of the Ski Lifts to get up to Baldy Notch for breakfast lunch or dinner. From the camp ground to you can hike to a near by waterfall. And all along the way keep an eye out for wild life! My all time favorite is seeing the big horn sheep on the Ski Hut Trail, but it's completely possible to see bear, raccoons, deer, mountain lion, snakes, and even eagle. So keep an eye out
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Nick L.
9 years on Hipcamp
December 2016
Perfect for summiting Mt Baldy in the open season. It sits literally across the trail head and is perfect to relax in. All spots are first come first serve, and are fairly exposed and open the view by the neighboring campsites. Be sure to bring pleanty of warm clothes, even in the summer temp can ready 30° at night. Have fun and enjoy this area for the nature that surrounds it!
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Nick L.
9 years on Hipcamp
July 2016
We camped in Manker so we could summit Mt. Baldy the next morning. Campground is easy to find and, at least during the week, quiet (thank god). We woke up at 4am to begin our summit bid and had a phenomenal day. Logged more than 14 miles and got back to camp almost crawling. Not a hike for the faint of heart but definitely worth it. The loop through Devils Backbone down through Ski Hut is, in my opinion, the way to go. Prepare for some amazing views. As other reviews here state, make sure you stop at Mt. Baldy Lodge for some well deserved food and drinks. It is amazing to think this place is so close to LA. Cheers!
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Jorge C.
10 years on Hipcamp
July 2016
We had a great time! It's barely an hour drive from LA, we drove up early Saturday morning, were able to grab a sight (if we had gotten there past 12 may not have happened), and headed home Sunday afternoon. Plenty of beautiful hikes around the area, many which lead to waterfalls. But we did meet a few rattlesnakes. HEADS UP: The town close by is great for a Bloody Mary (have Missy at the Lodge make you her signature). BUT the town is without a gas station and general store. So, load up on firewood, food and gas before you head up the mountain. Also, if you're heading there to fish, it's basically a no go. We were told a combo of a flash flood then drought took out the fishing. The only option is a trout pond... but that's for the kids.
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Megan G.
2 reviews
LocationManker Campground, Angeles National Forest, California, United States
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What this place offers
Campfire allowed
Pets allowed
No showers
Toilets
Potable water
Picnic tables
No sewage hookups
No electric hookups

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