Deep Creek

Facility · California ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

Pacific Crest Trail National Scenic Trail (National Scenic Trail) · Open Access

4,581 ft
Elevation

Deep Creek is on the north slope of the San Bernadino Mountains about 60 miles east of Los Angeles. Originating at approximately 6,200 ft, the stream drops about 3,000 ft in its 22-mile course before flowing into the East Fork Mojave River. Remote high gradient stream, deep pools and boulder strewn reaches, torrential flows during rainstorms.

 

Getting there

34.27395, -117.12789 · 34°16'26.2"N 117°7'40.4"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in9.48.46.22.60.80.10.20.20.20.62.84.9

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 3.1 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Deep Creek

Can you reserve a site at Deep Creek?
No. Deep Creek is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.

Camping near Deep Creek

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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