Green Spot Equestrian Group Camp
Green Spot Equestrian Group Campground provides access to a number of recreational activities in the area, namely horseback riding trails. The large campground gives campers and horses ample space to move around and enjoy the scenic surroundings.
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Site mix
| Group sites | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 30 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
1 site. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Fits, ft | Surface | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | 30 | Gravel | 25 / 8 | 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 | 30 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
The campground offers just one large group campsite that can accommodate up to 25 people and eight vehicles. The site is equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Vault toilets are provided, but drinking water and trash collection are not available. The campground offers five horse corrals that can hold up to 10 horses.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Forest | San Bernardino National Forest |
| Booking | Call 1-877-444-6777 or visit www.recreation.gov. Reservations can be made as early as 12 months in advance. |
| Fees | Group Site $127 - Holiday $137 |
| Rules | Campground capacity, maximum of 25 persons and 8 vehicles. No refunds due to weather. This campground is "Pack it in. Pack it out." There is no trash service. Fire restrictions vary throughout the year. Please call the Big Bear Discovery Center for more information. |
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Getting there
From the Big Bear Ranger Station, turn left on Highway 38 and proceed 3 miles east to Greenway. Turn right and continue past the airport to the signal at Big Bear Boulevard. Turn right and continue on Highway 38 for almost 4 miles to Forest Route 2N93.
| Coordinates | 34.2258° N, 116.8105° 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 ↗ | 5.3 mi |
| RV sales & service | Mountain Air Mobile Home Sales ↗ | 21.6 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Joshua Tree Outfitters ↗ | 28.9 mi |
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Explore
Worth a stop
The campground is approximately 45 minutes from San Bernardino.
- 4.6 mi
- 5.1 miCactus Flat Ohv Staging Area ↗OHV / range
- 5.8 miJenks Lake Day Use Area ↗Day use
- 6.1 mi
- 8.3 miGrays Peak Trailhead Day Use ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.5 miSugarloaf National Rec Trail ↗4.7 mi trail · national_recreation_or_other
- 2.4 miWildhorse Creek ↗3.9 mi trail
- 3.2 miBristlecone ↗0.6 mi trail
- 3.2 miFern ↗1.6 mi trail
- 3.2 miSkyline Trail ↗15.4 mi trail
- 3.3 miBristlecone Connector ↗0.05 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
- 3.3 miSand to Snow National Monument ↗National Monument · Bureau of Land Management · 174,844 acres
- 3.7 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
- Henry Washington Survey MarkerObject · Big Bear City · 10 mi
Natural features
The campground is located in the San Bernardino Mountains at an elevation of 7,224 feet. It is situated in a pinyon pine and juniper forest carpeted with grassy meadows. The road to the campground is rough and rocky, suitable for four-wheel drive vehicles.
Recreation
Visitors enjoy a variety of recreational opportunities, including fishing, boating and swimming at the nearby Big Bear Lake. Access to the Sugarloaf National Recreation Trail is also available near the campground. It is a fairly difficult trek to the highest point in Big Bear Valley, and a climb to an altitude of 9,952 feet.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Green Spot Equestrian Group Camp?
Sites at Green Spot Equestrian Group Camp are reservable on Recreation.gov. Call 1-877-444-6777 or visit www.recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Green Spot Equestrian Group Camp?
Group Site $127 - Holiday $137
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Green Spot Equestrian Group Camp?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Green Spot Equestrian Group Camp?
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 Spot Equestrian Group Camp open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Green Spot Equestrian Group Camp have?
1 site, including 1 group site.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Green Spot Equestrian Group Camp?
The longest site here provides 30 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 pets allowed at Green Spot Equestrian Group Camp?
Yes, pets are allowed at Green Spot Equestrian Group Camp. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Green Spot Equestrian Group Camp?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. Campground capacity, maximum of 25 persons and 8 vehicles.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Green Spot Equestrian Group Camp?
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
What is there to do at Green Spot Equestrian Group Camp?
Visitors enjoy a variety of recreational opportunities, including fishing, boating and swimming at the nearby Big Bear Lake. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Green Spot Equestrian Group Camp is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are South Fork Family Campground (4 mi, first-come), Buttercup Group Camp (4.1 mi), and Pineknot (4.4 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby