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Barton Flats Campground

Barton Flats Campground, near Big Bear City, California, is a fantastic spot for those looking to immerse themselves in nature. This campground is known for its beautiful surroundings, featuring lush greenery and towering pine trees that create a serene atmosphere.

Campers appreciate the well-kept facilities, including drinking water stations and showers, which make for a comfortable stay. Many visitors have highlighted the friendly hosts, Bob and Stephanie, who go out of their way to ensure everyone has a great experience. One camper noted, “Hosts were super awesome! So friendly and helpful!”

For outdoor enthusiasts, Barton Flats offers a peaceful retreat with ample opportunities for hiking and exploring the stunning San Bernardino National Forest. The campground is also a great place to unwind at night, with a quiet ambiance that allows for stargazing and enjoying the sounds of nature.

While the campground doesn’t have electric hookups or reservable sites, it does provide essential amenities like fire pits and bear boxes, making it suitable for both tent and RV camping. Visitors have remarked on the cleanliness and management of the area, ensuring a pleasant stay for all. Whether you're here for a weekend or a longer adventure, Barton Flats is a solid choice for a camping getaway.

Description

USDA Forest Service

San Bernardino National Forest

Located thirty-six miles northeast of San Bernardino, this hosted campground has 51 reservable sites (7 of them are accessible). There are showers, an RV dump station and firewood for sale on site. Bear boxes are available at each campsite for food storage. Box dimension 48"x 29"x 26".

The Rio Monte hiking trail starts here and leads uphill to Jenks Lake and Santa Ana River. This campground is within twenty-five miles of Big Bear Lake and at an elevation of 6,500 feet.

Reservation Info

This campground requires a 2 day minimum stay on the weekends and a 3 day minimum stay on holiday weekends. A single site is allowed 1 vehicle, and any extra vehicles are $8 per night. A double site is allowed 2 vehicles, and the extra vehicles will be charged $8, These fees will be collected by the host. All pets must be leashed.

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Location

Barton Flats Campground is located in California

Detail location of campground

Directions

In Big Bear City, CA, at the intersection of Greenspot Rd. and Big Bear Blvd., take Greenspot Rd. (State Rt. 38) south 20.6 miles to campground sign. Turn right at sign into campground.

Coordinates

34.17195507 N
116.87509875 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Unknown
  • Verizon
    Good
  • AT&T
    Good
  • T-Mobile
    Good

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)

Features

For Campers

  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Pull-Through Sites

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6 Reviews

Reviewed Sep. 9, 2023

Peaceful and accessible

Nicely kept campground. Good for all types of camping. There are toilets, showers, sinks, and potable water stations. Camp sites have a fire pit, bear box, and picnic table. The weather was cool at night but warm during the day.

Site46
Month of VisitSeptember
Reviewed May. 22, 2023

Beautiful campground

We had such a great time at Barton Flats! The campground is beautiful, we’ll-maintained and clean. So much greenery and lots of big pines trees. Hosts Bob and Stephanie were super awesome! So friendly and helpful! We couldn’t have asked for a better trip.

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Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Barton Flats Campground by Amber R., May 22, 2023
  • Review photo of Barton Flats Campground by Amber R., May 22, 2023
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Reviewed Jun. 22, 2022

Lost hills Desert

The place is clean and well managed. It’s hot and dry and flat, with very little shade. I stopped for one night because I just needed a place that had electricity and hook ups. This place fits the need. 👍 and the price was reasonable.

SiteC-30
Month of VisitJune
Reviewed May. 6, 2022

Quiet, beautiful location

We came here for 3 nights and are pleased at how quiet and dark this campground is at night. In May, the snow is still visible on the peaks but the temperature is comfortable at around 68 during the day.

Site8
Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Barton Flats Campground by Tim A S., May 6, 2022
  • Review photo of Barton Flats Campground by Tim A S., May 6, 2022
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Reviewed Jul. 26, 2021

Awesome Hosts, Great site

The site hosts were super nice and helpful and the location itself is both beautiful and has good amenities.

Also good cell reception which is always a bonus

Site8
Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed Jul. 5, 2021

Dump Station - $10

This campground has a dump station and water refill, just before entering the campground on the the right. Payment via credit card

Month of VisitJune

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to camp at Barton Flats Campground?

    Camping at Barton Flats Campground can cost between $33.00 and $66.00 depending on the site.

  • What is the elevation of Barton Flats Campground?

    Barton Flats Campground is located at 6343 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Barton Flats Campground?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Barton Flats Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Barton Flats Campground have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Barton Flats Campground does not have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Barton Flats Campground?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is good, AT&T is good, and T-Mobile is good.