Scoped it out a few weeks ago and thought it was an easy enough hike for a beginner (me) and his pal camp at. There were a dozen or so mountain bikers and about the same amount of hikers runners that venture by the campground throughout the day. Not enough to really ruin the experience, just enough to notice them there.

PROS:

* More quiet than in the city. You can hear cars driving off in the distance but still overall quiet.

* Close to LA. This is about a 15 minute drive then 30 minute hike from my house.

* The stream is great. If you have a filter there is no need to hike in water.

* Sites are spread out and not on top of each other like most other camp sites close to the city.

* It's FREE!!!!

CONS

* Lots of traffic. It's on a popular hiking trail so it's expected.

* Sometimes you get squatters. We had a lady who talked to herself and sometimes would yell.