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The San Bernardino National Forest surrounding Crestline, California contains multiple developed campgrounds and dispersed camping areas at elevations between 4,000-7,000 feet. Dogwood Campground offers shaded sites with fire rings, picnic tables, and vault toilets, while Skypark Camp RV Resort provides full hookups for recreational vehicles. The region includes both tent-friendly and RV-accessible options, with several campgrounds featuring cabin accommodations. North Shore Campground near Lake Almanor and Bonita Ranch Campground in nearby Lytle Creek provide additional camping areas with varying amenities and terrain types.
Road conditions and campground accessibility vary significantly by season, with many sites operating only from spring through fall due to winter snow at higher elevations. "The campground itself was fairly clean, and all the sites were very large and spaced well away from each other," noted one visitor about Lake Campground. Reservations are strongly recommended during summer months when campgrounds frequently reach capacity, especially on weekends. Several campgrounds like Serrano and Dogwood require advance booking through recreation.gov, while others operate on a first-come, first-served basis. Fire restrictions commonly apply during dry summer and fall months, with complete bans possible during high fire danger periods.
Campers consistently rate the mountain views and forest settings as highlights of the Crestline area camping experience. Sites near Big Bear Lake receive particularly high ratings for their proximity to water recreation. According to reviews, "Dogwood Campground is one of my favorites. The campground itself is rather expansive... campsites are all private and unique with no two the same." Many campgrounds feature clean restrooms and some offer shower facilities, though amenities vary widely between developed and primitive sites. The proximity to hiking trails, including sections of the Pacific Crest Trail, provides additional recreational opportunities. Visitors mention that campgrounds closer to Crestline tend to have more traffic noise, while those deeper in the forest offer greater solitude but require longer drives on unpaved roads.
"The trees are massive and plenty and make you feel like you are a million miles away from the hustle and bustle of California."
"The campground overall is really pretty and in a great location in Lake Arrowhead. However, we made the mistake of booking site 005, which is right on a ridge... it was SO windy."
from $40 - $81 / night
Check Availability"This is a really nice campground with some great trails. Bathrooms were clean and well stocked. Nice hot showers but bring quarters and don't use the handicap one if you like a full on body spray."
"Silverwood Lake Campground offers a range of site experiences depending on where you stay."
from $45 - $350 / night
Check Availability"Spaces are pretty close together and small, but we got lucky and didn’t have anyone around us (likely due to bad air quality). If you kayak this is a great place to camp, it’s right next to the lake."
"Lake arrowhead isn't a public lake so it's a bit of a drive to do any water activities, but there was a close offroad trail."
from $29 - $58 / night
Check Availability"Lake Arrowhead is close for supplies or food. "
"Views are worth it and this is so conveniently located next to Santa's Village. Will definitely be coming back again sooner than later!"
from $39 - $299 / night
Check Availability"We were tucked up into the hill side with neighbors far enough sway to make it very private. There were no showers so we brought our travel one and hung it from a branch."
"We arrived at Hanna Flat campground around 11 am on Friday, August 21. First thing about the campground is that the road to get to it is pretty rough."
from $33 - $67 / night
Check Availability"Easy access to a pretty trail right behind the campground. Very quiet and interspersed with long time stayers and temporary campers. I stayed in my van and had my cat and dog with me."
"It's definitely not that far away from the city roughly a 7-10 minute drive up the mountain very chill environment awesome staff very home like feel you're literally a box throw away from the creek if"
from $35 - $45 / night
Check Availability"We camped just a few steps away from the lake, there were other campers there but the campgrounds are far enough away from each other."
"This camp site is located walking distance to the lake. There are bike paths and walking trails located near the camp ground."
from $44 - $91 / night
Check Availability"Nice place to camp, weather is around 75 during the day and about 50 to 36 degrees cold through out the night. Has everything you'll need. Bathrooms are close by, showers HOT water available."
"The Pacific Crest Trail passes nearby. It is away from the populated cities, but not far from them. It still gives you a sense of seclusion."
from $3 - $40 / night
Check Availability"After years of venturing into and around Lake Arrowhead (often a mere stop on my way to Big Bear/Fawnskin) I finally started exploring off the beaten path by accident last year and holy cow!"
"Green valley lake campground is an awesome place for a fun getaway. We wanted to get away for the Fourth of July but waited too long to book in Big Bear."
"Tons of hiking trails and within 30 min drive of major shopping/grocery stores. Big Bear is about an hour away with and awesome drive up the mountain."
"Close to the city but far enough away from the lights. There is a ton of stuff to do here. Fishing, kayaking, hiking, water slides, disc golf, bike trails. The RV spots are beyond huge!"
ScoutHas a security guard that thought she was God or something like that. Never seen anybody or place so petty on the place and still searching for the championship horseshoe pits and I can't stop talking about the dark green of the fishing lakes and the fish swimming on their sides
TravelerWe reserved and paid for a regular RV site specifically advertised for a 36–40 ft motorhome. We were assigned Site#28, which was so sloped and unsuitable that we could not safely extend either our living-room slide-out or bedroom slide-out. While using our leveling system, two front hydraulic jack rods broke and one rear jack became severely bent and could not retract. Our motorhome was left unsafe to drive or move. The exact mechanical cause still requires professional inspection, but the condition and slope of the assigned site are serious concerns. We immediately notified the campground by email, provided photographs, and went to the office seeking help with an incident report, emergency assistance, and a safe plan for the stranded motorhome. Unfortunately, management refused to take meaningful responsibility or help us resolve the emergency. The most disappointing part was not only the unsuitable site, but the lack of concern and assistance after a guest’s large motorhome became immobilized on the property. We had to return to work on Monday and were left trying to arrange emergency service, towing, transportation, and accommodation on our own. Based on this experience, I cannot recommend Holloway’s RV Park to owners of large Class A motorhomes. If you have a 36–40 ft RV, carefully inspect the assigned site’s slope, space, and leveling conditions before parking or deploying your jacks.
Travelervery pretty sight the mountain air is incredible. the staff is very helpful and friendly. at night the drunks go crazy and the bears steal their food.
ScoutThe scenery is unique and enjoyable, with nice views of either sunrise or sunset, depending on site. I found the lake itself very pretty. However when we arrived 4 vehicles are in our spot, people were nice enough moving but we had to go door to door knocking on camper to ask who's cars they were due to no signal and no rangers nearby. Our site was pretty dirty with lots of trash, copious ants near the drainage attachments, and two of the nearby groups had excessive tents extending into the back of our site making our view look more like a homeless encampment and less like a serene mountain sunset. They also were littering, urinating outside, and excessively drinking and partying like crazy until the wee hours. As a family group we felt really uncomfortable. It seemed like not all spots are like this, however, on my walk around deer loop in the morning. If you do go, the water activities and rentals look fun, the walking trail/biking trail was nicely done, and you could optimize your spot by booking a whole group of spots (instead of booking one, book one on the right and left side to avoid feeling like you have entered homeless refuge). It maybe was a bit worse as we were here over a holiday weekend. But we most likely won't be back, there are other places that are less expensive and with better enforcement and a family atmosphere. If you want to party it is probably a fine spot, and if you love water sports also likely ok. I thin it's a beautiful place with unique scenery and a lot of potential, but needs more enforcement regarding guest code of conduct.
Edited and gave 3 stars instead of 2. Views are really nice now that our poorly behaved neighbors left. Worth considering a visit during less busy times.
TravelerNice campground, clean and well maintained - would pick a different spot a bit further from street. If you want to go to lake, its a bit away so need car.
ScoutEasy to get to. I have an AWD sprinter no problem. Son has an Acura TLX made it up no issue had a few spin outs on steeper parts. Higher sites are nice and spaced.
GuideNo lake view, which was a bit disappointing. Nice wooded area though with tree climbing. A bit loud music from the neighbors, not until very late so was OK. Limited amount of toilets for the amount of spots
TravelerCamp site is in walking distance of Idyllwild. Has has a couple of sites with electric hookups. Bathrooms are clean, showers need a token for $1. Being close to the road makes it noisy during the daytime .
ScoutIt was a nice place and the people were nice. I checked with the staff on day one if their water was potable. They confirmed everything is potable. My dog had explosive diarrhea day 1 and by the time I got home I had fever and diarrhea. It’s been a rough ride ever since. My dog and I did not share food. We only used the tap as a water source. My husband ate all of our food any only drank store bought drinks. No water. He’s fine. Just me and the dog riding it out. Don’t learn my lesson the hard way. Bring your own water and enjoy it.
Camping sites near Crestline, California range in elevation from 4,000 to 7,000 feet within the San Bernardino National Forest. Most campgrounds operate spring through fall, with limited winter accessibility due to seasonal snowfall. Several campgrounds feature vault toilets and fire pits, though fire restrictions vary based on local conditions and time of year.
Hiking access: At Hanna Flat Campground, trails connect directly to campsites. "The Pct is near by and has a couple of trails right there," notes Morgan F., while another camper mentions that "site 49/51 is right by the trail to hike and bike."
Fishing opportunities: Green Valley Lake near Lake Arrowhead Recreation Area offers stocked fishing. "Good lake for fishing. Trails near the sites. There are some great views as you hike up the mountain," says Stephen S. Note that the lake requires an additional fee, and "you do have to pay to fish or swim, and you pay per person," according to Aleena S.
Water recreation: North Shore Campground provides lakeside access for kayaking and swimming. "We love that we can tent camp by the water!" states Sandi B. The campground is "a stones throw away" from the lake according to Janae P., making it convenient for morning swims or evening shoreline walks.
Spacious sites: Bonita Ranch Campground offers well-spaced camping areas. "Spaces aren't too close together either. The creek running behind the camp is great to explore, and a waterfall is a short hike away," reports Jonathan G. Multiple campers mentioned the nearby waterfall access as a highlight.
Clean facilities: Restrooms at several campgrounds receive positive reviews for cleanliness. At Skypark Camp RV Resort, "Restrooms are very clean and each private room includes a shower," according to Lannie B. Another visitor noted the campground is "Ultra clean and well maintained, this park sets itself apart."
Scenic locations: Mountain views are abundant at many sites. "We got a great spot where we saw an amazing sunset," reports Gina C. about Hanna Flat. At Skypark Camp RV Resort, "Views are incredible" though Justin C. notes some sites require careful navigation: "to squeeze in some sites they made the access roads a bit small."
Reservation requirements: Many popular campgrounds fill quickly, especially in summer. Mojave River Forks Regional Park was "entirely sold out for both weekend nights, so plan ahead," advises Bower. For late arrivals, some campgrounds provide entry instructions: "We arrived after hours, and the gate code was included in the reservation information."
Fire restrictions: Rules vary by campground and season. At Serrano Campground, "Fire pit and picnic tables are at each site," says Sarah C. However, some locations like Skypark Camp RV Resort don't allow wood fires but "do offer gas fire pits in the community area," according to Bryan S.
Noise levels: Some campgrounds experience higher noise levels on weekends. At North Shore Campground, campers reported being "situated next to a group that violated both times [quiet hours]." At Mojave River Forks, one visitor noted a group with "a live DJ who played one night until 2 AM" with "no camp host here" to enforce quiet hours.
Kid-friendly activities: Several campgrounds feature family amenities. Serrano Campground offers "bike trails/walking paths around the lake. The town is bike friendly," according to Trey T. Another visitor recommends: "Bring your bikes" as children can safely ride throughout the campground.
Shaded sites: Look for campgrounds with tree cover for summer comfort. Hanna Flat offers "lots of shade due to the big beautiful trees," shares Manny D. This natural shade keeps sites cooler during hot summer days, making afternoon naps and meal times more comfortable for children.
Proximity to amenities: Consider distance to town for supplies. Green Valley Lake campground is "within a mile from the lake and little town there," reports Stephen S. Bonita Ranch visitors noted "The town is cute and worth checking out as well. We grabbed dinner there one night."
Site accessibility: Some mountain campgrounds have challenging access roads. At Skypark Camp RV Resort, "Spots are a little tight if you have a bigger unit," warns Bryan S. Another camper suggests to "skip if I were a big rig, or call and ask for sites that are easy to get into."
Hookup options: Full-service sites are limited but available. At Dogwood Campground, "They have electric and water hook up for RVs in a few sites that are reservable," mentions David V., who appreciates that "the majority of the sites are primitive" yet the campground maintains essential amenities.
Dump station locations: Plan for waste disposal needs. Mojave River Forks Regional Park provides a dump station on-site, while North Shore Campground offers "water and sewage" at some lake-front sites. RVers should confirm availability when making reservations, as not all sites with hookups include sewer connections.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Crestline, CA?
According to TheDyrt.com, Crestline, CA offers a wide range of camping options, with 326 campgrounds and RV parks near Crestline, CA and 28 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Crestline, CA?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Crestline, CA is Dogwood with a 4.7-star rating from 33 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Crestline, CA?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 28 free dispersed camping spots near Crestline, CA.
What parks are near Crestline, CA?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 10 parks near Crestline, CA that allow camping, notably Mojave River Dam and San Bernardino National Forest.
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