Dogwood
Dogwood Campground is a family-friendly facility located in the heart of the San Bernardino National Forest. All sites must be reserved to enjoy the area's scenic surroundings and plentiful recreational opportunities.
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Site mix
| Tent-only | 35 |
| Standard, no hookups | 35 |
| Standard with electric | 18 |
| Host/management | 4 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
88 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 013 | DOGW | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Paved | No | 16 / 2 | Yes | Yes | |
| 050 | DOGW | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | No | 16 / 2 | Yes | |
| 059 | DOGW | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Paved | No | 16 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 065 | DOGW | Standard | Back-in | 27 | Paved | No | 16 / 2 | Yes | Yes | |
| 066 | DOGW | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Paved | No | 16 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 001 | SING | Standard | Back-in | 38 | Paved | Partial | No | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 002 | SING | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Partial | No | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 003 | SING | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Partial | No | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 004 | SING | Standard | Back-in | 38 | Paved | Partial | No | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 005 | SING | Standard | Back-in | 39 | Paved | Partial | No | 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 | Electric |
| Max vehicle length | 55 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Sites XXX, 013, 065, 029 and 1 more are listed accessible |
The campground offers dozens of single-family campsites, available mostly for tent camping. Some sites are equipped with electric hookups and can accommodate RV camping. The parking aprons are paved, but quite narrow. Each site is equipped with a table and campfire ring with grill. Firewood is available for purchase. Accessible flush toilets, accessible showers and drinking water are provided. An amphitheater is available and the host offers evening campfire programs on some weekend nights.
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. Reservations can be made as early as 6 months or as late as 24 hours in advance. Dogwood Family Campground 909-866-8550. |
| Fees | Single Site $40 - Holiday $42 - 8 person maximum. Double Site $73- Holiday $79 - 16 person maximum. Single Site with Hook up Site $51.00 - Holiday $53 - 8 person maximum. Camping fee includes entry for 1 vehicle. Extra vehicle fee $8 per night. RV dump $10. Checks under $50 not accepted. |
| Rules | 3 night minimum for holiday weekends. A fee for extra vehicles will be collected at the campground. No ATV/OHV in campground. No usage of firearms, chainsaws or fireworks in the campground. Pets must be leashed at all times. CAUTION: Bears frequent the area. All food must be kept in approved containers. |
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Getting there
From San Bernardino, travel north on Hwy 18 toward Lake Arrowhead. Just before Rim of the World High School, turn left (north) onto Daley Canyon Access Road (3 miles west of Arrowhead Ranger Station). Turn right into the campground entrance. This road will bring you straight into the campground.
| Nearest town | Fawnskin, California |
| Coordinates | 34.2349° N, 117.2143° W · Directions ↗ |
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 ↗ | 7.1 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Outdoor gear ↗ | 11.7 mi |
| RV sales & service | Camping World ↗ | 14 mi |
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Worth a stop
The nearest community is Lake Arrowhead, which provides a variety of restaurants and quaint shops. It is just five minutes from the campground. Lake Gregory, which offers boating, fishing and a water slide park, is about 15 minutes away.
- 3.1 mi
- 3.9 miBanff Ohv Road 2N28Y ↗OHV / range
- 4.1 miAsh Meadows Ohv Road 2N75 ↗OHV / range
- 14.6 miLost Lake Day Use Area ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miDogwood ↗1.2 mi trail
- 0.3 miEnchanted Loop ↗0.3 mi trail
- 2.1 miTunnel 2 ↗0.5 mi trail
- 3.1 miHeaps Peak Arboretum ↗0.7 mi trail
- 3.5 miToll Road ↗1.5 mi trail
- 3.5 miNorth Shore Cg Admin ↗0.2 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
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
- Shady PointBuilding · Lake Arrowhead · 2.6 mi
- US Post Office–Downtown StationBuilding · San Bernardino · 9.8 mi
- San Bernardino County Court HouseBuilding · San Bernardino · 10 mi
Natural features
The campground is located about 20 miles northeast of San Bernardino in a dense forest of cedar, oak, pine and fir trees. The lush forest is home to a variety of wildlife and birds.
Recreation
Ample opportunities for short, day hikes exist in the surrounding area. Within the campground, the Dogwood Trail and Enchanted Loop Trail both provide scenic views and are less than a mile in length.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Dogwood?
Sites at Dogwood 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 Dogwood?
Single Site $40 - Holiday $42 - 8 person maximum. Double Site $73- Holiday $79 - 16 person maximum. Single Site with Hook up Site $51.00 - Holiday $53 - 8 person maximum.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Dogwood?
Check-in 0:00 AM, checkout 0:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Dogwood?
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 Dogwood open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Dogwood have?
92 sites, including 35 tent-only sites, 35 standard sites without power, and 18 standard sites with power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Dogwood?
The longest site here provides 55 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
Does Dogwood have hookups?
Yes, electric hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Dogwood?
Accessible flush toilets, accessible showers and drinking water are provided.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Dogwood?
Yes, pets are allowed at Dogwood. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Dogwood?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. 3 night minimum for holiday weekends.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Dogwood?
Sites XXX, 013, 065, and 029 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 5 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