Boulder Group Camp
Boulder Group Campground is a great place to bring an extended family or large group for a relaxing camping excursion. Its convenient location provides access to all of the area's greatest recreation opportunities and lets campers relax and enjoy nature in the pine-covered mountains of Southern California.
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Site mix
| Group tent areas | 1 |
Site guide
1 site. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Gravel | Full | 40 / 8 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Max vehicle length | 20 ft |
| Equipment | Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
The campground offers one large group site for tent camping. It can accommodate up to 40 people and eight vehicles and is accessed by a dirt road. The site is equipped with picnic tables, grills and a campfire circle.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Forest | San Bernardino National Forest |
| Booking | Call 1-877-444-6777 or visit www.recreation.gov. Reservations can be made as early as 12 months in advance. |
| Fees | Group Site $149 - Holiday $159 |
| Rules | For current fire restrictions contact the Big Bear Discovery Center. All pets must be leashed. |
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Getting there
From San Bernardino, take I-10 east to Running Springs. Continue on Highway 18 to Big Bear Lake Dam, but do not cross the dam. Go 3 miles and turn right on Tulip Lane. Turn right on Mill Creek Road (Forest Road 2N10) and continue about 2 miles. Turn on Forest Road 2N10B and travel a short distance to the campground.
| Coordinates | 34.2237° N, 116.9445° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- Vault toilets are provided, but drinking water is not available and there are no trash collection services at the campground.
Charges and cancellations
Any location or activity requiring a permit or lottery will have unique requirements and policies. Please check individual facility pages for pertinent information for those sites. Booking Window For most locations, you can reserve six months in advance of your stay for individual sites and 12 months in advance for group sites. There are some exceptions, so it is best to check with each facility. Change and Cancellation Policies and Fees Overnight and Day Use Facilities: To ensure fairness, reservation arrival or departure dates may not be changed beyond the booking window until 18 days after booking the reservation. Camping / Day Use: A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities, etc.).
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 3.2 mi |
| RV sales & service | Mountain Air Mobile Home Sales ↗ | 20.5 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Outdoor gear ↗ | 22.3 mi |
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Worth a stop
The Big Bear Discovery Center is located about 10 miles from the campground. It provides a variety information about the area, a gift shop, accessible educational programs and restroom facilities. An interpretive trail is available near the center.
- 1.4 mi
- 2.7 mi
- 2.7 miGrays Peak Trailhead Day Use ↗Trailhead
- 5.5 mi
- 7.3 miWhite Mountain Connector Ohv Road 3N56 ↗OHV / range
Trails nearby
- 0.2 miPlantation ↗0.9 mi trail
- 0.3 miSkyline Trail ↗15.4 mi trail
- 0.8 miCabin 89 Connector ↗0.2 mi trail
- 1 miCastle Rock ↗1.2 mi trail
- 1.2 miCabin 89 Trail ↗2 mi trail
- 1.3 miPine Knot Reroute ↗1 mi trail
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside San Bernardino National Forest.
- inSan Bernardino National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 805,483 acres
- 8.1 miSan Gorgonio Wilderness ↗Wilderness · BLM/FS · 101,574 acres
- 8.6 miSand to Snow National Monument ↗National Monument · Bureau of Land Management · 174,844 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Henry Washington Survey MarkerObject · Big Bear City · 7.2 mi
- Judson and Brown DitchStructure · Redlands · 13.9 mi
- Shady PointBuilding · Lake Arrowhead · 13.9 mi
Natural features
The group campground is located in the San Bernardino National Forest, south of Big Bear Lake. It is accessed via a dirt road, just off the main highway through the area. The campground is situated in a somewhat secluded stand of mature conifers, which provide much shade.
Recreation
The campground provides access to a variety of hiking and mountain biking trails, including the Seven Oaks Trail, which is west of Big Bear Lake Village. The 30-year-old trail is overgrown in some areas, but leads to spectacular views of San Gorgonio Peak, the highest point in Southern California. Fishing, boating and swimming at Big Bear Lake are popular activities. Anglers can look forward to trout, bluegill, crappie, catfish and largemouth bass, among other fish.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Boulder Group Camp?
Sites at Boulder Group Camp are reservable on Recreation.gov. Call 1-877-444-6777 or visit www.recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Boulder Group Camp?
Group Site $149 - Holiday $159
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Boulder Group Camp?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Boulder Group Camp?
Camping / Day Use: A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities, etc.).
Source: Charges and cancellations
Is Boulder Group Camp open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Boulder Group Camp have?
1 site, including 1 group tent area.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Boulder Group Camp?
The longest site here provides 20 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Boulder Group Camp?
Yes, pets are allowed at Boulder Group Camp. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Boulder Group Camp?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. For current fire restrictions contact the Big Bear Discovery Center.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Boulder Group Camp?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 4G LTE, and T-Mobile 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Boulder Group Camp?
The campground provides access to a variety of hiking and mountain biking trails, including the Seven Oaks Trail, which is west of Big Bear Lake Village. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Boulder Group Camp is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Deer Group Campground (1.5 mi), Bluff Mesa Group Camp (1.5 mi), and Serrano (3.3 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby