Plan In onX Backcountry

Hike-in Required

No

Open Year-round

Yes

ADA accessible

No

Guided tours

No

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This popular day use recreation area is nestled in the front range of the San Gabriel Mountains. Located about an hour from Los Angeles, off of Angeles Crest Highway (CA-2) and Mount Wilson Road, this peaceful mountain getaway is perfect for city dwellers looking for a change of scenery and a way to spend the day in nature.

At the Red Box Picnic Area you will find a large paved parking area, numerous picnic sites/tables, BBQ grills, vault toilets, trash and recycling receptacles. The area has scenic mountain and canyon views plus access to several backcountry trails including the Gabrielino National Recreation Trail.

PARKING PERMIT

An Adventure Pass/America the Beautiful Pass is required for parking.

HOURS AND REGULATIONS
The picnic area is open daily from 6:00am to 10:00pm and the picnic sites are first-come, first-serve.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Red Box Picnic Area: https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/angeles/recarea/?recid=41980.

Angeles National Forest: https://www.fs.usda.gov/angeles.

Gabrielino National Recreation Trail: https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/angeles/recarea/?recid=42008.