Facility Details - CRAB FLATS, CA

Overview

Crab Flats Campground is an off-roaders paradise, with plenty of off-road vehicle trails nearby for both beginner and experienced riders. Its location not only provides plentiful recreation, but also a secluded escape in Southern California's pine-covered mountains.

Natural Features:

The campground is located 8 miles from Green Valley Lake in the San Bernardino National Forest, near the town of Arrowhead. It is accessed by a dirt road that crosses Deep Creek. The campground is situated among tall pine, oak and cedar trees. A variety of birds and wildlife make their home in the area.

Recreation:

A variety of hiking, mountain biking and off-road vehicle trails surround the campground, including the Crab Creek Trail, which provides access to nearby Fisherman's Campground. The scenery along the trail is exceptional.

Other off-road vehicle trails in the area include the 9.7-mile Redonda Ridge Trail, and Holcomb Valley Road, which runs about 26 miles and begins west of the campground. The Crab Flat Loop is also west of the campground.

Green Valley Lake is approximately 6 miles away and offers boating, fishing and swimming opportunities. The 9-acre lake is regularly stocked with a variety of fish.

Snowshoeing and cross country skiing are available in the winter.

Facilities:

This primitive campground offers single-family sites for tents and RVs no longer than 28 feet. Each site is equipped with a table and campfire ring with grill. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Overflow parking is not available.

Nearby Attractions:

The closest communities are Arrowhead and Running Springs.

Activities and Amenities

Within Facility
Birding Campfire Rings Drinking Water Firewood Grills Hiking	Host Mountain Biking Off-Road Vehicle Trails Trailheads Vault Toilets Wildlife Viewing
Within 10 Miles
Boating Cross Country Skiing Fishing	Snowshoeing Swimming

Know Before You Go

Driving Alert: Access to the campground is through a 12' wide and 2' deep stream. High-clearance vehicles are recommended
Bears frequent the area; use appropriate containers for food and garbage
Additional fees will be collected at the campground for extra vehicles
Portions of the access road to the campground are washed out and may be impassable for large RVs or trailers
Click here for more information on the San Bernardino National Forest

Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed. For current fire conditions or weather closures, contact the forest supervisor's office at (909)382-2600.

Getting There:

GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
34.26167, -117.08333
34°15'42"N, 117°5'0"W

From Running Springs, travel toward Arrowbear, to Green Valley Road. Turn left, drive approximately 4 miles to Crab Flats Campground sign. Turn left and continue about 4 miles to the campground.