Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Big Pines, CA
Nestled in the picturesque San Bernardino National Forest, Big Pines, CA offers a variety of camping options that cater to every outdoor enthusiast, from RV adventurers to tent campers and those seeking dispersed camping. The expansive forest features scenic spots that exude natural beauty, characterized by towering pine trees, rugged mountains, and crystal-clear streams, making it a perfect backdrop for your outdoor escapades. For RV campers, there are well-maintained campgrounds like Angelus Oaks Campground, providing essential amenities while being just a stone's throw from stunning hiking trails and wildlife viewing. Tent campers can enjoy the serene atmosphere at Crystal Lake Campground, where cozy sites are surrounded by lush greenery and provide convenient access to fishing and hiking opportunities. For a more rustic experience, dispersed camping is permitted in designated areas within the national forest, allowing adventurers to set up camp amid the tranquility of nature, away from the crowds. Whether you’re hiking the challenging trails or relaxing under a canopy of stars, camping in Big Pines offers a remarkable escape into the heart of California’s stunning wilderness.

















Mesa Campground is part of Silverwood Lake State Recreation Area in California (just 20 min south of Hesperia, CA) with an elevation of 3,455 feet. There are a total of 129 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 31 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 37 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $45.00 to $50.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, boat ramp, restroom, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, water skiing, floating sports.
Saddleback Butte Campground is part of Saddleback Butte State Park in California (31 min east of Palmdale, CA) with an elevation of 2,598 feet. There are a total of 37 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 30 feet. All sites are currently first-come first-served. Prices start at $20.00 per night. Some amenities include dump station, accessible, restroom, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include hiking trails.
Dogwood Campground is located in the Mountaintop Ranger District, San Bernardino National Forest (31 min northeast of San Bernardino, CA) with an elevation of 5,784 feet. There are a total of 88 campsites including 36 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid April to the end of October. 50 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 45 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 18 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $40.00 to $79.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, floating sports.
North Shore Campground is located in the Mountaintop Ranger District, San Bernardino National Forest (46 min north of Highland, CA) with an elevation of 5,354 feet. There are a total of 27 campsites including 20 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid April to mid September. 2 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 25 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $29.00 to $56.00. Some amenities include flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Rolling Ranch Campground is part of Chino Hills State Park in California (just 21 min southeast of Chino Hills, CA) with an elevation of 792 feet. There are a total of 18 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 28 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $30.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, restroom, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include biking, horseback riding, hiking trails.
Fishermans Group Campground is located in the Mountaintop Ranger District, San Bernardino National Forest (52 min north of Highland, CA) with an elevation of 5,160 feet. There are a total of 4 campsites which are all tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid April to mid November. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $10.00 per night. Activities include fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails.
Crab Flats Campground is located in the Mountaintop Ranger District, San Bernardino National Forest (56 min northeast of Highland, CA) with an elevation of 5,951 feet. There are a total of 29 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid April to the beginning of October. 27 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 21 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $27.00 to $33.97. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Green Valley Campground is located in the Mountaintop Ranger District, San Bernardino National Forest (42 min northeast of Highland, CA) with an elevation of 7,098 feet. There are a total of 37 campsites including 19 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid April to the end of October. 6 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 32 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $25.00 to $56.00. Some amenities include swimming, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Hanna Flat Campground is located in the Mountaintop Ranger District, San Bernardino National Forest (1 hr 4 min northeast of Highland, CA) with an elevation of 7,091 feet. There are a total of 67 campsites including 30 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid April to the end of October. 37 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 30 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $33.00 to $65.00. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Serrano Campground is located in the Mountaintop Ranger District, San Bernardino National Forest (1 hr 8 min northeast of Yucaipa, CA) with an elevation of 6,761 feet. There are a total of 110 campsites including 1 tent-only site. The campground is normally open from the beginning of March to the end of November. 109 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 27 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $40.00 to $79.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Lake Perris Campground is part of Lake Perris State Recreation Area in California (just 12 min southeast of Moreno Valley, CA) with an elevation of 1,650 feet. There are a total of 413 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 31 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 254 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $25.00 to $45.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, boat ramp, swimming, restroom, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails, water skiing, floating sports.
Pineknot Campground is located in the Mountaintop Ranger District, San Bernardino National Forest (1 hr 11 min northeast of Yucaipa, CA) with an elevation of 6,993 feet. There are a total of 47 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid April to the end of October. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 26 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Prices start at $34.00 per night. Some amenities include flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.