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Buttercup Group Campground

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<strong>This campground is temporarily closed due to road damage caused by heavy snowfall. We hope to have it open later this month and apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Reservation holders will receive an email with additional information. </strong>

About

USDA Forest Service

San Bernardino National Forest

Overview

Buttercup Group Camp is an outdoor oasis nestled in Southern California's pine-covered mountains. Big Bear Lake is nearby, a popular destination for a variety of recreational activities. The campground offers a great escape from city life and it is one of the best locales for group camping.

Recreation

Fishing and boating at Big Bear Lake are popular activities. Anglers can look forward to trout, bluegill, crappie, catfish and largemouth bass, among other species. Because of the very cold water and the presence of underwater obstacles near the shoreline, swimming at the lake is sometimes discouraged. Visitors also enjoy the area's plentiful hiking, mountain biking and climbing opportunities. The campground provides access to a number of trails and points of exploration.

Facilities

The group campground offers one large, accessible site that can accommodate up to 40 people and eight vehicles for tent or RV camping. The site is equipped with tables, grills and a campfire circle. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided.

Natural Features

The group campground is situated at an elevation of about 7,000 feet and is heavily forested with pine trees. The site is relatively shady and secluded. It is about two miles from Big Bear Lake and is accessed by a dirt road.

Nearby Attractions

A general store and restaurants can be found in the city of Big Bear Lake.

Fee Info

<p>For information about payments or making changes to your reservation, please visit the Recreation.gov Rules and Reservation Polices page: <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies" rel="nofollow">here</a>__</p>

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Site Types

Tent Sites
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Features

For Campers

Picnic Table
Drinking Water
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Fires

For Vehicles

Water Hookups

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Location

Buttercup Group Campground is located in California

Directions

From San Bernardino, take I-10 east to Running Springs. Turn onto State Highway 18 and continue to Big Bear Lake Dam. Continue about 6 miles on State Highway 18 and turn right on Summit Boulevard. Turn left at the end of road and go about a half-mile to the second gate on the right.