Weather & Road Conditions
ROAD CONDITIONS
DUE TO ROAD CLOSURES BY CAL TRANS, PLEASE TAKE THE ALTERNATE ROUTE SHOWN ON THE MAP ABOVE TO GET TO ANGELES CREST CHRISTIAN CAMP (see green line).
SPECIAL NOTE: DO NOT FOLLOW ANY GPS COORDINATES TO ANGELES CREST CHRISTIAN CAMP!
ALTERNATE ROUTE DRIVING DIRECTIONS: From any direction, take the Angeles Crest Highway (Highway 2) exit off of the 210 freeway. Proceed north on the Angeles Crest Highway into the mountains. At approximately 9 miles turn left onto Angeles Forest Highway (you’ll see the Clear Creek rest stop on your righthand side). Go approximately 8 miles on Angeles Forest Highway and then turn right onto Upper Big Tujunga Road (you’ll see the Monte Cristo Fire Station on your left hand side just before you get to Upper Big Tujunga Road). After turning right, stop there to meet the Angeles Crest escort vehicle.
NOTE: ONCE YOU TURN RIGHT ON TO UPPER BIG TUJUNGA ROAD, STOP THERE TO MEET THE ANGELES CREST ESCORT VEHICLE. YOUR VEHICLE MUST BE ESCORTED UP TO CAMP BY AN ACCC STAFF VEHICLE.
(Special note: There aren’t any gas stations after you leave the bottom of the hill in La Canada. Also, there is no cell phone service once you head into the mountains.)
WEATHER
Angeles Crest Christian Camp is in the middle of the Angeles National Forest at an elevation of 6,000 feet so the weather can change dramatically depending on the time of year. Typically, during the summer season (June through September) it can be hot and dry with temperatures in the 80 to 90 degree range. In the winter season (December through March) we often have low temperatures and even snow at camp depending on the weather pattern.
Five-Day Forecast
A few tips…
Dress – The best way to dress for a visit to Angeles Crest Christian Camp is to bring layers regardless of the time of year.
· For summer time you can bring shorts for warm weather during the day and pants for the evening. You’ll need a coat/sweatshirt for the cooler evening weather. Closed toe shoes (tennis shoes) are best for comfort and safety.
· For winter time you’ll need to be layered. It’s recommended that you bring pants, a shirt, and a warm sweatshirt and/or a coat. During the winter time we do have snow and the temperature can drop below freezing during the day and especially at night. Boots are recommended during the winter time in case of snow.
Sunscreen – Since the camp is located at 6000 feet elevation, there is high exposure to the sun’s rays. Make sure you bring a hat and sunscreen for protection from the sun during the day.
Water Bottle – During the summer it can be especially warm and dry so it is a great idea to bring a water bottle so you can remain hydrated during your stay at camp. Even during the winter time the air is dry so it’s a good idea to bring a water bottle with you as well.