Best Tent Camping near Mentone, CA

Whether you're an RVer or tent camper, Mentone, CA is a great place to post up for the weekend—or longer. Mentone is a great camping destination for everyone. There are tons of nearby hikes, adventurous activities, and sights to see. You're sure to find the perfect spot for your California camping adventure.

Best Tent Sites Near Mentone, California (54)

    1. Yucaipa Regional Park

    20 Reviews
    Yucaipa, CA
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (909) 790-3127

    "The bathrooms are decent, no showers.

    We stayed in group campsite A. Tent camping is only allowed in group sites. They do have about 30 to 40 RV sites as well."

    "Great tent camping facilities, privacy from neighbors, access to Zanja Peak Trail head, 3 lakes for fishing, water park during the summer, and friendly helpful staff"

    2. Thomas Hunting Grounds Yellow Post Campites

    13 Reviews
    Angelus Oaks, CA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (909) 382-2882

    "These sites aren't monitored and don't have picnic tables or any amenities, although there is a restroom down the road a little ways where the campsites start, but that's it."

    "This particular site has 8 campsites which do have signs to mark the general area, although it is entirely up to you to where to set up camp in the general area."

    3. Keller Peak Yellow Post Campsites

    8 Reviews
    Green Valley Lake, CA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (909) 382-2600

    "This campground is free with 9 camp site on a 5 mile paved road, the site's have fire ring and picnic benches, no water. Bike trail is fun and a challenge. Camp site 1,3 & 6 are very quiet."

    "Some chairs, hammock, water, and utensils were left at the picnic table. Everything was dirty so we assumed they were left by previous campers."

    4. Lake Arrowhead - Green Valley Lake Recreation Area

    6 Reviews
    Cedar Glen, CA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (909) 867-2009

    "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."

    5. Mill Creek Dispersed Camping

    5 Reviews
    Fawnskin, CA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (909) 382-2790

    "First come first served dispersed camping just outside Big Bear. Near bike trails. Was not crowded mid week, but spots were filling up closer to the weekend."

    "I went a to the second fork after the Bluff lake fork. There’s a private campground near the Bluff Lake entrance which made noises i can hear from my site which was before Bluffs lake fork."

    6. Limber Pine Bench Campground

    2 Reviews
    San Bernardino National Forest, CA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (909) 382-2882

    "It was my first backpacking campsite, and I've revisited once since then. There are lots of established campsites and they're easy to find. Expect very high winds at night."

    "The positives. Beautiful sites, lots of wildlife, plenty of trails for biking and hiking. The negatives. It was a bit of trash pretty much all over the place. The mini golf course needs maintenance."

    7. Fishermans Group Campground

    3 Reviews
    Green Valley Lake, CA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (909) 382-2600

    $10 / night

    "I was backpacking along the Pacific Crest Trail & decided to hike down the Crab Flats Trail to checkout Tent Peg & Fisherman's Campground."

    "Be sure to call visitor center for driving directions (or follow the ones on USDA National Forest website) as Google will take you to the wrong spot. Good hike for first-time backpackers."

    8. Halfway Camp

    2 Reviews
    Forest Falls, CA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (909) 382-2882

    "We decided to stay a little further back for a little more privacy from the trail above."

    "When we went there was no water flow at this camp. Campfires not allowed. Thankfully we just use our jet boils and some drylite food!"

    9. Dry Lake Backpacking Campground

    3 Reviews
    Forest Falls, CA
    17 miles
    Website

    "We got to the camping area and it's tucked in the woods so there's lots of nooks and crannies even though it's a primitive open group camping area. "

    "This is a heavily used campground by many backpackers not only trying to get away for an overnight, but also get a shot at summiting Southern California's tallest mountain, San Gorgonio."

    10. Holcomb Valley Climbers Camp

    6 Reviews
    Big Bear Lake, CA
    21 miles
    Website

    "There are no developed facilities (i.e., no firepits, outhouses, etc.) but it is beautiful and there are plenty of flat places to set up a tent."

    "Arriving at the campground, the deposit place, obviously on weekends we were not thrilled by everyone around us, as well as the loud noise until past the curfew."

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Tent Camping Reviews near Mentone, CA

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Guide to Mentone

Tent camping near Mentone, California offers a variety of scenic locations and outdoor activities, perfect for nature enthusiasts looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.

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Tips for tent camping near Mentone

  • When camping at Deep Creek Hot Springs Campground, be prepared for a rough hike to the springs, but the experience is well worth it.
  • At Halfway Camp, remember to bring enough water for your hike back, as water sources can be limited.
  • For a more secluded experience, consider Mill Creek Dispersed Camping, where you can find plenty of spots for privacy, but be cautious of road conditions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular tent campsite near Mentone, CA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Mentone, CA is Yucaipa Regional Park with a 4.8-star rating from 20 reviews.

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