Green Valley
Green Valley Campground is located near Arrowbear in the San Bernardino National Forest in Southern California. It is centered between Lake Arrowhead and Big Bear Lake, providing ample recreational opportunities in the area's pine-covered mountains. Green Valley Lake, known for its exceptional trout fishing, is located about a mile from this beautiful mountain campground.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Tent-only | 28 |
| Standard, no hookups | 8 |
| Host/management | 9 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 35 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
36 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Tent only | Back-in | 20 | Paved | Full | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 002 | Tent only | Back-in | 20 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 003 | Tent only | Back-in | 20 | Paved | Full | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 004 | Tent only | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 005 | Tent only | Back-in | 20 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 006 | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 008 | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 009 | Tent only | Back-in | 20 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 010 | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Paved | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 011 | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Paved | Full | 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 | 35 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Tent pads | Yes |
The campground offers single-family sites for tent and RV camping. Each site is equipped with a table and campfire ring with grill. Flush toilets and drinking water are provided. No overflow parking is available.
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. |
| Fees | Single Site $29- Holiday $31 - 8 person maximum. Double Site $56- Holiday $57 - 16 person maximum. Camping fee includes entry for 1 vehicle. Extra vehicle fee $8 per night. Checks under $50 not accepted. |
| Rules | 3 night minimum on holiday weekends. No ATV/OHV allowed in campground. No staging for ATV/OHV. No overflow parking. Pets must be leashed at all times. No usage of firearms, chainsaws or fireworks in campground. |
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Getting there
From Running Springs, travel east on Highway 18 about 3 miles to Green Valley Lake Road. Turn left and continue about 6 miles to the campground.
| Nearest town | Fawnskin, California |
| Coordinates | 34.2449° N, 117.0638° 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 ↗ | 8.6 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Outdoor gear ↗ | 17.4 mi |
| RV sales & service | Camping World ↗ | 19.6 mi |
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Green Valley (Lake) Campground - San Bernardino National Forest
Worth a stop
Lake Arrowhead is about 16 miles west and Big Bear Lake is about 15 miles east. A variety of services and recreational activities are available at each place.
- 1.6 miHolcomb Valley Ohv Road 3N16 ↗OHV / range
- 2.2 miCrab Flat Loop Ohv Route 2N31Y ↗OHV / range
- 5.6 mi
- 6.7 miGrays Peak Trailhead Day Use ↗Trailhead
- 6.8 mi
Trails nearby
- 1 miLittle Green Valley ↗1.3 mi trail
- 2 miRedonda Ridge ↗9.3 mi trail
- 2.2 miPCT Section 13 ↗6.4 mi trail · national_scenic_or_historic
- 2.2 miPCT Section 14 ↗6.1 mi trail · national_scenic_or_historic
- 2.5 miFisherman'S / Crab Creek ↗2.3 mi trail
- 2.5 miHolcomb Crossing ↗1.6 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
- 14.5 miSan Gorgonio Wilderness ↗Wilderness · BLM/FS · 101,574 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 · 6.9 mi
- Judson and Brown DitchStructure · Redlands · 11.4 mi
- Henry Washington Survey MarkerObject · Big Bear City · 11.5 mi
Natural features
The campground is situated in a forest of pine, fir and cedar trees, mixed with open spaces filled shrubbery and grassy meadows. It overlooks a seasonal mountain creek and sits at an elevation of 7,200 feet.
Recreation
Green Valley Lake, which is known for its trout fishing, is located just minutes away. Boating and swimming are popular activities as well. The high elevation lake also provides access to a variety of hiking trails.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Green Valley?
For some sites. Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Green Valley?
Single Site $29- Holiday $31 - 8 person maximum. Double Site $56- Holiday $57 - 16 person maximum. Camping fee includes entry for 1 vehicle.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Green Valley?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Green Valley?
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 Green Valley open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Green Valley have?
45 sites, including 28 tent-only sites and 8 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Green Valley?
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 Green Valley?
Flush toilets and drinking water are provided.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Green Valley?
Yes, pets are allowed at Green Valley. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Green Valley?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. 3 night minimum on holiday weekends.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Green Valley?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE and AT&T 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 Green Valley?
Green Valley Lake, which is known for its trout fishing, is located just minutes away. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation