Bear Canyon Lake and Camping Area

Melisse Hart

Not a swimming lake! This is far enough back it's not as crowded as some of the other lakes. But it is quite treacherous to get down to. There is not really one clear marked path down to the lakes edge. The loop around is marked though. Easy enough with a bit of fishing gear. But I would definitely not recommend bringing hard/heavy kayaks (like in the pictures) or paddle boards unless you are up for a serious work out hiking back up to the parking lot. If you are planning to bring one a light weight blowup type would be best. When we were there it was a bit windy. It is a canyon after all. The camping is well dispersed and clean. Except the bathrooms are disgusting. 🤮

Tactical “Levithunder” Antics

Beautiful place ruined by overcrowding and a lot of litter. Spent a good portion of time just cleaning up our campground during the trip.

Kay Reynolds

Just one of our favorite getaway spots. Beautiful hiking trails, lake near by and free camping.

Old Fat Dude

Pretty nice dispersed campground within walking distance of the small lake. It is a fairly long drive off the main road but the dirt road is fairly well maintained so not too bad. We have been here twice and will certainly go again.