Bear Canyon Lake Campground is a free, dispersed camping area at 7,560 feet elevation with rustic vault toilets, no water or hookups, and a pack-in/pack-out policy.

Lake access requires a steep, rocky foot trail descent of several hundred feet; electric motors only are permitted on boats, and kayaks/paddleboards are challenging to transport.

The campground fills quickly on weekends, especially in summer, and operates first-come, first-served with limited amenities but abundant firewood and scenic canyon views.