Hanna Flat
Hanna Flat Campground is a family-friendly facility nestled in the pine-covered mountains of Southern California. It offers access to a variety of outdoor recreational opportunities and a beautiful location to enjoy nature.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 37 |
| Tent-only | 30 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 28 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
67 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 002 | Tent only | Back-in | Paved | Partial | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 003 | Tent only | Back-in | Paved | Partial | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 004 | Standard | Back-in | 26 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 005 | Tent only | Back-in | Paved | Partial | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 006 | Tent only | Back-in | Paved | Partial | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 007 | Tent only | Back-in | Paved | Partial | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 008 | Tent only | Back-in | Paved | Partial | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 009 | Tent only | Back-in | Paved | Full | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 010 | Tent only | Back-in | 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 | 28 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Tent pads | Yes |
The campground offers over 80 single-family sites for tent or RV camping. Each site is equipped with a table and campfire ring with grill. Firewood is available for purchase. Vault toilets and trash collection are provided, but no hookups are available. A dump station is available at nearby Serrano Campground. A portion of the road to the campground is rough dirt, but within the campground, the roads are paved. Additional parking is available just outside of 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, reservations can be made as early as 6 months or as late as 24 hours in advance based upon availability. |
| Fees | Single Site $33 - Holiday $35 - 8 person maximum. Double Site $65- Holiday $67 - 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 refunds for bad weather. No ATV/OHV in campground. Pets must be leashed at all times. Fire restrictions may apply contact the Discovery Center for current conditions 909-382-2790. |
Weather by month
Getting there
Travel east on I10 (Highway 330) to Running Springs. Turn onto Highway 18 and continue to Big Bear Lake Dam but do not cross the dam. Highway 18 becomes Highway 38. Continue to the Fawnskin Fire Station and turn left onto Rim of the World Drive (Forest Route 3N14) and drive 2.5 miles to the campground.
| Coordinates | 34.2879° N, 116.9742° 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 ↗ | 3.8 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Outdoor gear ↗ | 23.3 mi |
| RV sales & service | Major RV Sales ↗ | 24.2 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
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Worth a stop
The town of Fawnskin is less than 3 miles from the campground, offering groceries, restaurants and fuel.
- 2.3 miGrays Peak Trailhead Day Use ↗Trailhead
- 2.4 mi
- 2.6 miWhite Mountain Connector Ohv Road 3N56 ↗OHV / range
- 3 miWright Mine Ohv Road 3N11 ↗OHV / range
- 4.2 mi
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miGrays Peak/ Hanna Flat ↗3.9 mi trail
- 1 miPCT Section 14 ↗6.1 mi trail · national_scenic_or_historic
- 1 miPCT Section 15 ↗4.5 mi trail · national_scenic_or_historic
- 1.7 miPCT Section 16 ↗2.5 mi trail · national_scenic_or_historic
- 1.9 miGrays Peak ↗3.4 mi trail
- 3.3 miPCT Section 17 ↗3.4 mi trail · national_scenic_or_historic
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
- 12.4 miSan Gorgonio Wilderness ↗Wilderness · BLM/FS · 101,574 acres
- 12.7 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 · 11.8 mi
- Shady PointBuilding · Lake Arrowhead · 12.1 mi
Natural features
The campground is located off the Rim of the World Scenic Byway in the San Bernardino Mountains. A dense pine forest covers the area, where portions of the campground are heavily shaded. Some sites offer more privacy due to thick shrub growth. The area is home to a variety of wildlife and birds.
Recreation
A number of hiking and biking trails are nearby, including 3.5-mile Gray's Peak Trail that connects to Hanna Flat Trail, and 10 miles of unmarked trails that lead to Coxcomb Creek. Fishing and boating at nearby Big Bear Lake are popular activities. Anglers can look forward to a catch of trout, bluegill, crappie, catfish and largemouth bass. Because of cold water temperatures and the presence of underwater obstacles near the shorelines, swimming at the lake is often discouraged.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Hanna Flat?
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 Hanna Flat?
Single Site $33 - Holiday $35 - 8 person maximum. Double Site $65- Holiday $67 - 16 person maximum. Camping fee includes entry for 1 vehicle.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Hanna Flat?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Hanna Flat?
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 Hanna Flat open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Hanna Flat have?
67 sites, including 37 standard sites without power and 30 tent-only sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Hanna Flat?
The longest site here provides 28 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 Hanna Flat?
A dump station is available at nearby Serrano Campground.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Hanna Flat?
Yes, pets are allowed at Hanna Flat. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Hanna Flat?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. 3 night minimum on holiday weekends.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Hanna Flat?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE and AT&T 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Hanna Flat?
A number of hiking and biking trails are nearby, including 3.5-mile Gray's Peak Trail that connects to Hanna Flat Trail, and 10 miles of unmarked trails that lead to Coxcomb Creek. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation