Facility Details - DEER GROUP CAMP, CA

Overview

Deer Group Campground is a great place to bring an extended family or large group. Its convenient location provides access to all of the area's greatest recreation opportunities and lets campers relax and enjoy nature in the pine-covered mountains of Southern California.

Natural Features:

This group campground is located in the San Bernardino National Forest, south of Big Bear Lake. It is situated in a somewhat secluded stand of conifers. The mature trees provide much shade for the campground.

Recreation:

A variety of hiking and mountain biking trails can be accessed from the campground, including the Seven Oaks Trail, which is located west of the Big Bear Lake Village. The 30-year-old trail is overgrown in some areas, but leads to spectacular views of San Gorgonio Peak, the highest point in Southern California.

Fishing and boating at Big Bear Lake are popular activities. Anglers can look forward to trout, bluegill, crappie, catfish and largemouth bass, among other fish. Because of cold water temperatures and the presence of underwater obstacles near the shorelines, swimming at the lake is somewhat discouraged, unless done in designated areas.

Facilities:

The campground offers one large group site for tent and RV camping. It can accommodate up to 40 people and eight vehicles and is accessed by a dirt road.

The campsite is equipped with picnic tables, grills and a campfire circle. Vault toilets are provided, but drinking water is not available and there are no trash collection services at the campground.

Nearby Attractions:

The Big Bear Discovery Center is located about 10 miles from the campground. It provides a variety area information, a gift shop, accessible educational programs and restroom facilities. An interpretive trail is available near the center.

Activities and Amenities

Within Facility
Biking Campfire Circles Climbing Grills Group Camping	Hiking Parking Area Trailheads Vault Toilets
Within 10 Miles
Bike Rentals Boat Rentals Canoeing Fishing Fuel Available General Store Jet Skiing	Kayaking Lake Access Laundry Facilities Propane Swimming Wireless Internet

Know Before You Go

Drinking water is not available at the campground
Bears frequent the area; use appropriate containers for food and garbage
A rough, dirt road provides access to the campground
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 Big Bear Discovery Center at (909) 866-3437.

Getting There:

GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
34.225, -116.91417
34°13'30"N, 116°54'51"W

Travel I-10 east (State Highway 330) to Running Springs. Turn onto State Highway 18 and continue to Big Bear Lake Dam. Continue 3 miles on State Highway 18 and turn right on Tulip Lane. Turn right onto Mill Creek Road (Forest Route 2N10) and continue for about 9 miles. Turn on Forest Route 2N45Y and drive a short distance to the campground.