Tent Peg Group
Tent Peg Group Campground offers a semi-primitive location for an extended family or large group outing. The area provides easy access to many off-road vehicle trails. A variety of other recreational opportunities can be found in the vicinity.
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Site mix
| Group tent areas | 1 |
Site guide
1 site. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Gravel | Full | 40 / 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
| Max vehicle length | 20 ft |
| Equipment | Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
The campground offers one large group site. It can accommodate up to 40 people and eight vehicles and is accessed by a dirt road. Parking surfaces are gravel. The campsite is equipped with multiple tables, a campfire circle and grills.
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 or as late as 24 hours in advance. |
| Fees | Group Site $149 - Holiday $159 |
| Rules | Reservations only. Campground capacity, maximum of 30 persons and 5 vehicles. |
Weather by month
Getting there
Take Highway 38 through Running Springs and Arrowbear to Green Valley Road. Stay on the road and continue approximately 2 miles, past Crab Flats Campground.
| Nearest town | Fawnskin, California |
| Coordinates | 34.2620° N, 117.1003° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- Vault toilets are provided, but drinking water is not available.
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 ↗ | 10.5 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Outdoor gear ↗ | 16.8 mi |
| RV sales & service | Major RV Sales ↗ | 18.8 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
Explore
Worth a stop
The closest towns are Lake Arrowhead and Running Springs. Green Valley Lake is approximately six miles away.
- 0.4 miCrab Flat Loop Ohv Route 2N31Y ↗OHV / range
- 0.9 miHolcomb Valley Ohv Road 3N16 ↗OHV / range
- 3.9 mi
- 8.7 miGrays Peak Trailhead Day Use ↗Trailhead
- 8.8 mi
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miFisherman'S / Crab Creek ↗2.3 mi trail
- 0.1 miHolcomb Crossing ↗1.6 mi trail
- 0.6 miRedonda Ridge ↗9.3 mi trail
- 1.4 miHawes Ranch ↗4.8 mi trail
- 1.8 miPCT Section 12 ↗2.7 mi trail · national_scenic_or_historic
- 1.8 miPCT Section 13 ↗6.4 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
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 · 4.7 mi
- Judson and Brown DitchStructure · Redlands · 12.2 mi
- Henry Washington Survey MarkerObject · Big Bear City · 13.8 mi
Natural features
The campground is in the mountains of Southern California, centered between Lake Arrowhead and Big Bear Lake. It is situated in a mature forest of pine, oak and cedar trees, which provide ample shade. A variety of birds and wildlife make their home in the area.
Recreation
The area is an off-road vehicle paradise, with trails for both beginning and experienced riders. Trails include Crab Creek, which crosses Deep Creek, and the 9.7-mile Redonda Ridge Trail, east of the campground. The 26-mile Holcomb Valley Road begins west of the campground. The Crab Flat Loop Route is also west of the campground. A variety of hiking trails are in close proximity to the campground, including the 4.5-mile Hawes Peak Trail, which meanders through the forest, providing exceptional scenery. The Crab Creek Trail also begins nearby, west of Crab Flats Campground, and leads to Fisherman's Group Campground. The surrounding hiking areas are also popular for snowshoeing and cross country skiing in the winter. Green Valley Lake is approximately six miles away and offers boating, fishing and swimming opportunities. The 9-acre lake is regularly stocked with a variety of fish.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Tent Peg Group?
Sites at Tent Peg Group 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 Tent Peg Group?
Group Site $149 - Holiday $159
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Tent Peg Group?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Tent Peg Group?
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 Tent Peg Group open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Tent Peg Group have?
1 site, including 1 group tent area.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Tent Peg Group?
The longest site here provides 20 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 Tent Peg Group?
Yes, pets are allowed at Tent Peg Group. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Tent Peg Group?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. Reservations only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Tent Peg Group?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 4G LTE, 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 Tent Peg Group?
The area is an off-road vehicle paradise, with trails for both beginning and experienced riders. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Tent Peg Group?
Fawnskin, California. The closest towns are Lake Arrowhead and Running Springs.
Source: Getting there