San Gorgonio
The San Gorgonio Campground provides access to a variety of recreational opportunities, as well as a beautiful location in which to enjoy nature. Its proximity to scenic trails and nearby mountain lakes and streams make the campground a great place to bring the family to relax and get away from it all.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 51 |
| Group sites | 3 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
54 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 004 | SAN | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Partial | 16 / 2 | Yes | |
| 006 | SAN | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Partial | 16 / 2 | Yes | |
| 010 | SAN | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Partial | 16 / 2 | Yes | |
| 015 | SAN | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Partial | 16 / 2 | Yes | |
| 032 | SAN | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 033 | SAN | Group | Pull-through | 35 | Paved | Partial | 16 / 2 | Yes | |
| 042 | SAN | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 045 | SAN | Group | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 16 / 2 | Yes | |
| 001 | SING | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 002 | SING | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 1 | 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 | 40 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Sites 009, 011, 012, 013 and 12 more are listed accessible |
The campground offers dozens of single, double and accessible sites, available for tent and RV camping. Utility hookups are not available, however, the parking spurs are paved and provide a level surface. A dump station with potable water is available at a nearby campground. Each site is equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Accessible flush toilets, showers and drinking water are provided. A campground host is available on-site and firewood is available for purchase at the facility.
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 use the widget above. Reservations can be made as early as 6 months or as late as 24 hours in advance. |
| Fees | Single Site $34 - Holiday $36 - 8 person maximum. Double Site $67- Holiday $69 - 16 person maximum. Camping fee includes entry for 1 vehicle. Extra vehicle fee $8 per night. Checks under $50 not accepted. |
| Rules | This campground requires a 2 day minimum stay on weekends and a 3 day minimum stay on holiday weekends. Parking is limited. No discharge of firearms or fireworks. Campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed, check with the San Bernardino National Forest at 1-909-382-2600. |
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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 20 miles to the campground entrance.
| Nearest town | Angelus Oaks, California |
| Coordinates | 34.1732° N, 116.8684° 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 ↗ | 0.4 mi |
| RV sales & service | Mountain Air Mobile Home Sales ↗ | 17.3 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Sportsman's Warehouse ↗ | 24.2 mi |
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San Gorgonio Campground - San Bernardino National Forest, CA
Worth a stop
The Big Bear Lake and its adjoining town are located approximately 25 miles from the campground, offering a variety of water-related recreation opportunities, as well as golf, shopping and restaurant options.
- 0.9 miJenks Lake Day Use Area ↗Day use
- 5.5 mi
- 6.8 mi
- 7.7 miGrays Peak Trailhead Day Use ↗Trailhead
- 9.6 miCactus Flat Ohv Staging Area ↗OHV / range
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miSanta Ana River Trail D Spur ↗0.5 mi trail
- 0.4 miSanta Ana River Trail C Spur ↗1 mi trail
- 0.5 miSanta Ana River Trail B Spur ↗1.1 mi trail
- 0.9 miRio Monte ↗2.3 mi trail
- 0.9 miSouth Fork ↗9.9 mi trail
- 1 miJenks Lake ↗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
- 2.6 miSan Gorgonio Wilderness ↗Wilderness · BLM/FS · 101,574 acres
- 3 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 · 5.1 mi
Natural features
The campground is located about 36 miles northeast of San Bernardino, at an elevation of 6,600 feet. It is situated in a mixed forest of oak and mature pine trees. The campground is composed of two loops, one loop has sites that are closer together, providing less privacy than the other. Both loops are relatively shaded by Black oak, Jeffrey and Ponderosa pine.
Recreation
The campground provides access to the famed Santa Ana River Trail, which when completed will run from the mountains all the way to the Pacific Ocean, providing spectacular views along the way. It is currently popular for hiking, biking and horseback riding. The Rio Monte Trail is also accessed from the campground, taking hikers to the Rio Monte Panorama, which overlooks the deep gorge of the Santa Ana River Valley. Visitors to the area also enjoy fishing in nearby mountain streams, as well as bird and wildlife viewing, as a variety of species make their home in the forest. A nearby amphitheater also provides weekend evening educational programs for the public during summer months.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at San Gorgonio?
Sites at San Gorgonio are reservable on Recreation.gov. Call 1-877-444-6777 or use the widget above. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at San Gorgonio?
Single Site $34 - Holiday $36 - 8 person maximum. Double Site $67- Holiday $69 - 16 person maximum. Camping fee includes entry for 1 vehicle.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at San Gorgonio?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at San Gorgonio?
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 San Gorgonio open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does San Gorgonio have?
54 sites, including 51 standard sites without power and 3 group sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at San Gorgonio?
The longest site here provides 40 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 San Gorgonio?
A dump station with potable water is available at a nearby campground.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at San Gorgonio?
Yes, pets are allowed at San Gorgonio. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at San Gorgonio?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. This campground requires a 2 day minimum stay on weekends and a 3 day minimum stay on holiday weekends.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at San Gorgonio?
Sites 009, 011, 012, and 013 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 16 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 San Gorgonio?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 5G, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map