Barton Flats
The Barton Flats Campground provides a taste of just about everything the San Bernardino National Forest has to offer. In addition to a nearby lake and river access, a variety hiking, biking and horseback riding trails can be accessed from the campground. Its location also provides a great place for visitors to relax, take in the fresh, mountain air, and enjoy the beautiful scenery.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 52 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 35 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
52 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Back-in | 35 | Paved | 8 / 1 | Yes | ||
| 002 | Back-in | 35 | Paved | 8 / 1 | Yes | ||
| 003 | Back-in | 35 | Paved | None | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 004 | Back-in | 35 | Paved | 8 / 1 | Yes | ||
| 005 | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 006 | Back-in | 35 | Paved | 8 / 1 | Yes | ||
| 007 | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Partial | 16 / 2 | Yes | |
| 008 | Back-in | 35 | Paved | 8 / 1 | Yes | ||
| 009 | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Partial | 16 / 2 | Yes | |
| 010 | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Partial | 16 / 2 | 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
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 35 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Sites 025, 032, 033, 034 and 3 more are listed accessible |
The campground offers dozens of single and double campsites, available for tent and RV camping. Some accessible sites are available as well. There are no hookups at the campground, however, the parking aprons are paved and a dump station is available. Each site is equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Accessible flush toilets, showers and drinking water are provided. Firewood is sold at the campground.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Open |
| Forest | San Bernardino National Forest |
| Booking | Call 1-877-444-6777 or www.recreation.gov. Can be made from 24 hours to up to 6 months in advance. |
| Fees | Single Site $36 - Holiday $38 - 8 person maximum. Double Site $71- Holiday $73 - 16 person maximum. Camping fee includes entry for 1 vehicle. Extra vehicle fee $8 per night. RV dump $10. Checks under $50 not accepted. |
| Rules | 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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Getting there
Take I-10 East to Redlands. Take the University Street exit, EXIT 80. Turn left (northbound) on University Street. Turn right onto E. Lugonia Avenue/SR-38. Continue on State Highway 38 for approximately 18 miles to the campground entrance.
| Coordinates | 34.1705° N, 116.8746° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
Individual Campsites: A customer who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee. No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night’s recreation fee for a campsite or forfeit the entire day-use fee for a day-use facility.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 0.1 mi |
| RV sales & service | Mountain Air Mobile Home Sales ↗ | 17 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Sportsman's Warehouse ↗ | 23.8 mi |
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Worth a stop
The Grayback Amphitheater on State Route 38 provides evening educational programs throughout the summer months.
- 0.5 miJenks Lake Day Use Area ↗Day use
- 5.4 mi
- 7 mi
- 7.6 miGrays Peak Trailhead Day Use ↗Trailhead
- 9.9 miCactus Flat Ohv Staging Area ↗OHV / range
Trails nearby
- 0.2 miSanta Ana River Trail C Spur ↗1 mi trail
- 0.5 miSanta Ana River Trail D Spur ↗0.5 mi trail
- 0.5 miRio Monte ↗2.3 mi trail
- 0.6 miJenks Lake ↗1.1 mi trail
- 0.7 miSouth Fork ↗9.9 mi trail
- 0.7 miSanta Ana River Trail B Spur ↗1.1 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
- 2.7 miSan Gorgonio Wilderness ↗Wilderness · BLM/FS · 101,574 acres
- 3.2 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 · 4.7 mi
Natural features
Located 36 miles northeast of San Bernardino, this campground is nestled in the San Bernardino Mountains, just off the Rim of the World Scenic Byway. The level campsites are tucked among a variety of pine and oak trees, at an elevation of 6,360 feet.
Recreation
The campground provides access to the famed Santa Ana River Trail, which will someday run from the mountains to the seaside, providing spectacular views along the way. It is currently popular for hiking, biking and horseback riding. The 2.5-mile Rio Monte Trail is also accessed from the campground and ends at the Rio Monte Panorama, which overlooks the deep gorge of the Santa Ana River Valley. The Jenks Lake Trail begins at the Barton Flats Visitor Center on the Rio Monte Trail. It then follows Barton Road to an old logging road to Jenks Lake. At nearby Jenks Lake visitors can enjoy fishing and non-motorized boating, including canoeing and kayaking. The lake is stocked with rainbow trout and there are also some largemouth bass, bluegill, sunfish and catfish available. Fishing is also available in the nearby Santa Ana River.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Barton Flats?
Sites at Barton Flats are reservable on Recreation.gov. Call 1-877-444-6777 or www.recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Barton Flats?
Single Site $36 - Holiday $38 - 8 person maximum. Double Site $71- Holiday $73 - 16 person maximum. Camping fee includes entry for 1 vehicle.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Barton Flats?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Barton Flats?
Individual Campsites: A customer who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation).
Source: Charges and cancellations
Is Barton Flats open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Barton Flats have?
53 sites, including 52 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Barton Flats?
The longest site here provides 35 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 there showers or a dump station at Barton Flats?
There are no hookups at the campground, however, the parking aprons are paved and a dump station is available.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Barton Flats?
Yes, pets are allowed at Barton Flats. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Barton Flats?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. This campground requires a 2 day minimum stay on the weekends and a 3 day minimum stay on holiday weekends.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Barton Flats?
Sites 025, 032, 033, and 034 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 7 sites in all. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Barton Flats?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 5G, AT&T 5G, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map