New Look!
New Trip Ideas!
Learn More...
[x]
Find Sites




NORTH SHORE (CA), CA

part ofSan Bernardino National Forest, US Forest Service
Status: Open through Sat Sep 28 2013   Season Dates

Overview

North Shore Campground is a quiet place to camp, away from the hustle and bustle of nearby cities. The campground is nestled among Southern California's pine-covered mountains, providing ample opportunity for outdoor relaxation and recreation.

Natural Features:

The campground is located 23 miles northeast of San Bernardino in the San Bernardino National Forest. It is about 3 miles from the community of Lake Arrowhead. Settled in an oak woodland environment, the campground is close to many outdoor amenities.

Recreation:

Nearby Lake Arrowhead offers water recreation activities, including fishing, boating and swimming. The North Shore National Recreation Trail connects the campground with Papoose Lake. The 1.7-mile trail descends through a mixed conifer forest and settles along Little Bear Creek, providing scenic views of the surrounding area.

Facilities:

The campground offers multiple single-family campsites, available mostly for tent camping. Some sites can accommodate RVs, but hookups are not available. Each site is equipped with a table and campfire ring with grill. Flush toilets and drinking water are provided.

Nearby Attractions:

Lake Gregory is located 20 minute away and offers fishing, boat rentals and a waterslide park.

Activities and Amenities

Within Facility
  • Campfire Rings
  • Drinking Water
  • Firewood Vendor
  • Flush Toilets
  • Grills
  • Hiking
  • Host
  • Trailheads
  • Trash Collection
Less Than 1 Mile
  • Boating
  • Fishing
  • Lake Access
  • Swimming
Within 10 Miles
  • Fuel Available
  • General Store
  • Pay Phone
  • Propane
Know Before You Go
  • Additional fees will be collected for extra vehicles at 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 Forest Supervisor's Office at (909)382-2600.

Getting There:

GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
34.26722, -117.16333
34°16'2"N, 117°9'48"W

From San Bernardino, take Highway 18 about 20 miles to the Lake Arrowhead exit. Take Highway 173 for 5 miles to the northeast side of the lake. Turn right on Hospital Road and follow it to the campground.

Contact Information:

Mailing Address:

NORTH SHORE (CA)
PO BOX 365
FAWNSKIN CA 92333

Phone Number:

Information: (909)337-6399
Recreation.gov helps you discover and book trips to all of America's public places.
Learn more about us, or about any of our agency partners below:
Bureau of Land Management Federal Highway Administration National Oceanic Atmosphere Administration Smithsonian Institution USDA Forest Service US Army Corps of Engineers US Fish and Wildlife Service National Park Service Bureau of Engraving and Printing Tennessee Valley Authority Bureau of Reclamation National Archives Records Administration