BANDIDO GROUP CAMPGROUND campground
Acton, California

BANDIDO GROUP CAMPGROUND

Mostly first-come
5 campsites
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5

Total Campsites

Campground

Reservable Sites

Mostly first-come

Accessible

ADA-compliant sites

Organization

Managing agency

Overview

About BANDIDO GROUP CAMPGROUND

Overview Groups of all types will enjoy staying at the Bandido Group Campground, which boasts beautiful scenery in a relaxing, rustic atmosphere. The site accommodates groups of up to 150 campers, but is designed for equestrian campers and provides several horse corrals and hitch racks. Bandido is divided into five campsites, each with varying capacities for smaller groups. Site #1 has a capacity of 12 campers. Site #2 can accommodate 60 campers. Site #3 and #5 can each hold a maximum of 30 campers. Site #4 has a capacity of 18 campers. Recreation Several trails for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding can be accessed from the campground. This includes a connector trail to the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). The PCT stretches from Mexico all the way north to Canada. Within the Angeles Forest, the impressive trail covers 176 miles of its lengthy journey. Facilities Several trails for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding can be accessed from the campground. This includes a connector trail to the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). The PCT stretches from Mexico all the way north to Canada. Within the Angeles Forest, the impressive trail covers 176 miles of its lengthy journey. Natural Features The campground sits at an elevation of 5,840 feet, surrounded by Jeffery pines, scrub oaks and manzanita. The Angeles National Forest spans 694,187 acres over most of the San Gabriel Mountain range in southern California. Elevations here range from 1,200 to 10,000 feet, from the low canyon lands to the snow-capped mountain peaks. Nearby Attractions Drive the Angeles Crest Highway, a scenic byway that meanders through oak thickets, chaparral, high desert landscapes and pine tree forests. Charges & Cancellations Booking Window For most locations, you can reserve 12 months in advance for group sites. There are some exceptions, so it is best to check with each facility. Change and Cancellation Policies and Fees Camping: A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation. The $10.00 service fee will be deducted from the refund amount. You can cancel or change reservations through Recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777. Late Cancellations Group Facility: If a customer cancels a group overnight facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date they will be charged the $10.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's use fee. Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee. No-Shows Camping: A camping no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Reserved campsites and group overnight facilities will be held until check-out time on the day following your scheduled arrival. If a customer does not arrive at the campground or group facility by check-out time the day after arrival or does not cancel the reservation by the times listed under "Late Cancellations" above, the customer may be assessed a $20.00 service fee and forfeit use fees. Refunds Customers must request refunds no later than 14 days after the scheduled departure date. Recreation.gov will not grant refund requests after 14 days of departure. Reservation Fee: The reservation fee is not refundable if reservation is canceled within 14 days of arrival. Refunds for Bankcard Purchases: Refunds for bank card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank card. Refunds for Check or Cash Purchases: Refunds for Recreation.gov payments made by check or money order, and cash payments at selected campgrounds will be issued a check refund. A refund will be processed within 30 days of receipt and approval. Please Note: Refund requests made during or after departure can only be processed when approved by the facility management staff based upon local policy. Refunds for Emergency Closures: In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team will attempt to notify users and offer alternate dates (as appropriate). If this is not possible, reservations will be cancelled and all fees paid will be refunded. Reservation fees for free tickets are non-refundable in the event of an emergency closure. Recreation.gov Billing Information Reservation transaction will appear on customer's credit card statements as "Recreation.gov 877-444-6777." Changes to Policies and Procedures Recreation.gov reserves the right, when necessary, to modify reservation policies. These policies were last updated July

  • 5 total campsites listed.
  • Primarily first-come camping based on current listing data.
  • Most common site type: unknown (5).
  • Map coordinates are available for trip planning.
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Campsite Inventory

5 sites to choose from

Unknown

5total sites

0

Reservable

0

Accessible

Amenities & Details

Everything you need to know

BBQ

Yes

Campfire Allowed

No

Site capacity

Single

Check-in time

11:00 AM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Driveway surface

Paved

Fire Pit

Yes

GRILLS

Yes

Horse Hitching Post

Yes

Horse Stall/Corral

Yes

Max guests

12, 18, 30, 60

Max vehicle length (ft)

40

Minimum guests

Yes

Pets allowed

Yes

Picnic Table

Yes

Shade

Yes

Water Hookup

No

Reservations & Contact

Plan your stay

Mostly first-come

Phone

661-269-2808

Email

jmsugden@fs.fed.us

Getting There

From La Canada at the junction of the I-210 and State Route 2 (Angeles Crest Highway), exit I-210 and turn north towards the mountains on State Route 2. Proceed 28.5 miles to Three Points (two miles past Newcomb's Ranch Cafe) and turn left onto Forest Service Road 3N17 (Santa Clara Divide Road). Continue west 2 miles to the entrance; gate is on the left. Use the combination you obtained when confirming your reservation to open the gate.

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Everything you need to know before your trip to BANDIDO GROUP CAMPGROUND.

How do reservations work for BANDIDO GROUP CAMPGROUND?

Reservation availability for BANDIDO GROUP CAMPGROUND can vary by season and campsite type. Check the contact and access section before booking.

What campsite types are available at BANDIDO GROUP CAMPGROUND?

BANDIDO GROUP CAMPGROUND currently lists Unknown (5).

Where is BANDIDO GROUP CAMPGROUND located?

BANDIDO GROUP CAMPGROUND is in California near Acton. Coordinates: 34.3453, -118.0047.

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