Facility Details - MARION MOUNTAIN, CA

Overview

The Marion Mountain Campground offers a beautiful retreat in the San Bernardino National Forest. It provides access to a number of hiking trails that lead to some of the most spectacular views of Southern California.

Natural Features:

The campground is located in a forested area at an elevation of 6,400 feet. Mature cedar and pine trees provide ample shade and privacy between campsites.

Recreation:

Visitors enjoy sport climbing on rocks within the campground. Hiking on the nearby Marion Mountain Trail, which leads to San Jacinto Peak, is also available. Views from the peak extend to the ocean and across the Palm Desert, as well as the San Bernardino and San Gabriel mountains on a clear day.

The 11.8-mile Marion Mountain Trail is the shortest route up the mountain, but also quite strenuous in areas. Shorter hikes can be enjoyed on other nearby trails.

Facilities:

The campground offers about two dozen campsites for both tent and RV camping. All campsites are equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Vault toilets and drinking water are also provided.

Nearby Attractions:

The campground is located approximately 50 miles from San Bernardino, California, and seven miles north of Idyllwild, which is popular for its small-town atmosphere and variety of shops and restaurants.

Activities and Amenities

Within Facility
Campfire Rings Drinking Water Hiking	Paved Roads Trash Collection Vault Toilets
Within 10 Miles
Fishing Grocery Store Horseback Riding Laundry Facilities Lookout Tower Mountain Biking	Off-Road Vehicle Trails Picnic Area Restaurant Scenic Overlooks Trailheads Visitor Center

Know Before You Go

Sites may be available on a first-come, first-served basis
Electric hookups are not available
Fees will be collected at the campground for extra vehicles
Click here for more information on the San Bernardino National Forest
Call the Idyllwild Ranger Station at 909-382-2922 to check current fire conditions or weather closures

Getting There:

GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
33.79167, -116.73194
33°47'30"N, 116°43'55"W

From Interstate 10 in Banning, take Highway 243 south for about 20 miles to Alandale. Travel east on Stone Creek Campground Road for about 2 miles to Marion Mountain Campground.