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Big Pine Flat Campground San Bernardino National Forest California

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Big Pine Flat campground has 19 really sweet campsites in a secluded and remote area of the San Bernardino National Forest. All sites are first-come, first-serve and can accommodate tents, trailers and small RVs.  The campground is open year round. Access (dirt roads) may be limited in the winter. Be sure to check road/travel conditions before you go.

Amenities include potable (drinking) water and vault toilets. Fires are not allowed, but you can kick back and enjoy some incredible stars in the dark skies. Each campsite also has a gravel parking spur, table, fire ring and grill.

Big Pine Flat Campground – Area Recreation & Activities

This area is popular for ATV/OHV riding, mountain biking riding, hiking, horseback and wildlife viewing. Big Bear Lake is located about 5 miles away where you can enjoy boating, canoeing, kayaking, windsurfing, fishing and other water sports.

Serrano Campground is another option in the area. And Serrano also has showers! You might also like Holcomb Valley campground.

Amenities
  • BBQ Grills
  • Campground Host
  • Campsite Tables
  • Drinking Water
  • Equestrian trail
  • Fire Rings
  • Pets OK
  • Picnic Tables
  • Restrooms (Vault Toilets)
Activities
  • Biking
  • Bird Watching
  • Climbing
  • Hiking
  • Historic Sites
  • Horseback riding
  • Mountain Biking
  • Nature Trails
  • OHVing
  • Photography
  • Wildlife Viewing
Last updated May 18th, 2025
Coxey Road
Apple Valley, California 92308
909 382-2790

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Campsite Types
  • RV
  • Tent
  • Trailer
# of Campsites:

19

Campsite Vehicle Size:

Up to 30 feet.

Season:

Year Round

Elevation:

6,800

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Big Pine Flat Comments & Reviews

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2 Comments on “Big Pine Flat”

  1. is there any restrictions on this campsite? is it still a first come, first serve?

    • Hi Laura,
      Big Pine Flat Family campground is open and we’re not aware of any restrictions. Potable water is available. You can also call the Big Bear Discovery Center to double check on restrictions: 909-382-2790

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