## Overview

The picturesque Fern Basin Campground is a perfect escape from a busy
lifestyle. It provides peace and quiet in the mountains of southern California
as well as access to countless recreational opportunities.

The San Bernardino National Forest is submitting a proposal to increase fees
at various sites across the Forest and is seeking public input. Please visit
the https://www.fs.usda.gov/sbnf for more information and to submit comments
regarding this proposal.

## Recreation

Visitors to the area enjoy hiking on the Marion Mountain Trail, which leads to
San Jacinto Peak. 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 is also quite strenuous in areas.

## Facilities

Please be aware that potable (safe for drinking) water may or may not be
available at this campground. Please bring ample water for drinking, cooking
etc. Fern Basin campground offers about two dozen campsites for both tent and
small RV / van camping. All campsites are equipped with tables and campfire
rings with grills. Vault toilets are available within the campground.

## Natural Features

The campground is located in a grove of mixed oaks and shrubs. A surrounding
mixed conifer forest provides spotty shade for the campground. It is situated
at an elevation of about 6,300 feet, in the mountains overlooking California's
desert.

## Nearby Attractions

The campground is located approximately 50 miles southeast of San Bernardino,
California, and about seven miles north of the small town of Idyllwild, which
is known for its shops and restaurants.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>The picturesque Fern Basin Campground is a perfect escape from a busy lifestyle. It provides peace and quiet in the mountains of southern California as well as access to countless recreational opportunities.</p>
<p>The San Bernardino National Forest is submitting a proposal to increase fees at various sites across the Forest and is seeking public input.  Please visit the https://www.fs.usda.gov/sbnf for more information and to submit comments regarding this proposal.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
Visitors to the area enjoy hiking on the Marion Mountain Trail, which leads to San Jacinto Peak. 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 is also quite strenuous in areas.
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Please be aware that potable (safe for drinking) water may or may not be available at this campground.  Please bring ample water for drinking, cooking etc. Fern Basin campground offers about two dozen campsites for both tent and small RV / van camping. All campsites are equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Vault toilets are available within the campground.</p><h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is located in a grove of mixed oaks and shrubs. A surrounding mixed conifer forest provides spotty shade for the campground. It is situated at an elevation of about 6,300 feet, in the mountains overlooking California's desert.

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The campground is located approximately 50 miles southeast of San Bernardino, California, and about seven miles north of the small town of Idyllwild, which is known for its shops and restaurants.

Roadway with Fern Basin Campground sign.

Fern Basin

## 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.

The San Bernardino National Forest is submitting a proposal to increase fees
at various sites across the Forest and is seeking public input. Please visit
the https://www.fs.usda.gov/sbnf for more information and to submit comments
regarding this proposal.

## 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

  * Marion Mountain campground offers about two dozen campsites for both tent and small RV / van camping. All campsites are equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Vault toilets are available within the campground.

  * Please be aware that potable (safe for drinking) water may or may not be available at this campground. Please plan accordingly.

## 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.

## 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.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>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.</p>
<p>The San Bernardino National Forest is submitting a proposal to increase fees at various sites across the Forest and is seeking public input.  Please visit the https://www.fs.usda.gov/sbnf for more information and to submit comments regarding this proposal.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
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. 
<br/><br/>
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.
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<ul><li><p>Marion Mountain campground offers about two dozen campsites for both tent and small RV / van camping. All campsites are equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Vault toilets are available within the campground.</p></li><li><p>Please be aware that potable (safe for drinking) water may or may not be available at this campground. Please plan accordingly.</p></li></ul><h2>Natural Features</h2>
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.

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
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.

Marion Mountain Campground

San Bernardino National Forest Sign

Marion Mountain Campground Sign

Marion Mountain Campground with tents

Marion Mountain Campground road

Marion Mountain

## Overview

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors
are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a
site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a
QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

If this option is available, you will need to **first download the free
Recreation.gov mobile app****https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app****prior to
your arrival** as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.</p>
<p>If this option is available, you will need to <strong>first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app </strong><a href="https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app" rel="nofollow"><strong>https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app</strong></a><strong> prior to your arrival</strong> as some remote  areas have limited or no cellular service.</p>

Bird's eye view of the campground

Dark Canyon Campground

## Overview

Black Mountain Road is is poor condition at this time. A four-wheel drive
(4WD) vehicle is recommended with a minimum ground clearance of 6 inches.
Drive at your own risk.

The San Bernardino National Forest is submitting a proposal to increase fees
at various sites across the Forest and is seeking public input. Please visit
the https://www.fs.usda.gov/sbnf for more information and to submit comments
regarding this proposal.

Boulder Basin Campground offers solitude and primitive camping in a scenic
mountain landscape. The area provides ample recreational opportunities,
including hiking, mountain biking, boulder climbing and more. Black Mountain
Road, which accesses Boulder Basin Campground, is a narrow rough dirt road
which may not be suitable for all vehicles.

## Recreation

The campground provides access to a number of trailheads, including the Black
Mountain Trail, a 3.6-mile, moderately strenuous hiking, mountain biking and
horseback riding trail that travels through the forested slopes of Black
Mountain.  
  
The trail provides excellent views of the Banning Pass and Mt. San Gorgonio.
The trail provides access to the famed Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail,
which begins at the Mexico border in Southern California and leads to
Washington border of Canada.

## Facilities

The campground offers multiple single-family campsites, available for tent and
small RV / van camping. Each site is equipped with tables and campfire rings
with grills. Vault toilets are also provided.

## Natural Features

The campground is located in a mixed conifer forest, which provides ample
shade throughout the day. It is situated at an elevation of about 7,300 feet.
Roads to the campground are not paved but the campground does have paved
roads.

## Nearby Attractions

This group site is located approximately 50 miles southeast of San Bernardino,
California, and 14 miles north of Idyllwild, where fuel and a variety of small
town shops and restaurants are available.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Black Mountain Road is is poor condition at this time.  A four-wheel drive (4WD) vehicle is recommended with a minimum ground clearance of 6 inches.  Drive at your own risk. </p><p>The San Bernardino National Forest is submitting a proposal to increase fees at various sites across the Forest and is seeking public input. Please visit the https://www.fs.usda.gov/sbnf for more information and to submit comments regarding this proposal.</p><p>Boulder Basin Campground offers solitude and primitive camping in a scenic mountain landscape. The area provides ample recreational opportunities, including hiking, mountain biking, boulder climbing and more. Black Mountain Road, which accesses Boulder Basin Campground, is a narrow rough dirt road which may not be suitable for all vehicles.</p><h2>Recreation</h2>
The campground provides access to a number of trailheads, including the Black Mountain Trail, a 3.6-mile, moderately strenuous hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding trail that travels through the forested slopes of Black Mountain. 
<br/><br/>
The trail provides excellent views of the Banning Pass and Mt. San Gorgonio. The trail provides access to the famed Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail, which begins at the Mexico border in Southern California and leads to Washington border of Canada.
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The campground offers multiple single-family campsites, available for tent and small RV / van camping. Each site is equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Vault toilets are also provided.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>The campground is located in a mixed conifer forest, which provides ample shade throughout the day. It is situated at an elevation of about 7,300 feet. Roads to the campground are not paved but the campground does have paved roads.</p>
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
This group site is located approximately 50 miles southeast of San Bernardino, California, and 14 miles north of Idyllwild, where fuel and a variety of small town shops and restaurants are available.

Campsite with picnic table and restroom.

Campsite with picnic table.

Campsite with picnic table and parking area.

View of Boulder Basin Campground with campground sign.

Boulder Basin

## Overview

Black Mountain Road is is poor condition at this time. 4 Wheel Drive is
recommended. The road is currently a high-priority for maintenance, which
should be occuring in June, 2023.

The Black Mountain Group Campground provides a picturesque camping location
for large groups. Views from the campground encompass the desert divide, San
Jacinto Mountains and, on a clear day, as far north as the San Gabriel
Mountains.

The San Bernardino National Forest is submitting a proposal to increase fees
at various sites across the Forest and is seeking public input. Please visit
the https://www.fs.usda.gov/sbnf for more information and to submit comments
regarding this proposal.  
  
The surrounding area provides a variety of outdoor recreation opportunities,
including hiking, climbing, fishing, biking and wilderness exploration.

## Recreation

The Fuller Ridge Trail, which serves as part of the famous Pacific Crest
Trail, is located just steps away from the campground. Starting at 7,600 feet,
the trail follows the high, timbered ridge above Snow Creek, offering
spectacular views of the desert. From there, it joins Deer Springs Trail and a
strenuous climb to San Jacinto Peak, at 10,804 feet in elevation.

## Facilities

The campground provides one large group campsite that can accommodate up to
100 guests for tent camping. A parking area can accommodate up to 25 vehicles,
but rough roads to the site are not recommended for trailers of any kind.  
  
The site is equipped with multiple tables and campfire circles with grills.
Vault toilets are provided. Drinking water is not available in the campground,
but can be found at the Cinco Posa Spring along Black Mountain Road, about two
miles before the campground.

## Natural Features

The campground is located in a heavily forested area of the mountains in
southern California at an elevation of about 7,500 feet. The roads to and
within the campground are not paved and much of the area is part of classified
wilderness area.

## Nearby Attractions

This group site is located approximately 50 miles southeast of San Bernardino,
California, and 16 miles north of the small town of Idyllwild, which offers
locally owned shops and restaurants.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Black Mountain Road is is poor condition at this time.  4 Wheel Drive is recommended.  The road is currently a high-priority for maintenance, which should be occuring in June, 2023. </p>
<p>The Black Mountain Group Campground provides a picturesque camping location for large groups. Views from the campground encompass the desert divide, San Jacinto Mountains and, on a clear day, as far north as the San Gabriel Mountains. </p>
<p>The San Bernardino National Forest is submitting a proposal to increase fees at various sites across the Forest and is seeking public input.  Please visit the https://www.fs.usda.gov/sbnf for more information and to submit comments regarding this proposal.<br><br>The surrounding area provides a variety of outdoor recreation opportunities, including hiking, climbing, fishing, biking and wilderness exploration.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
The Fuller Ridge Trail, which serves as part of the famous Pacific Crest Trail, is located just steps away from the campground. Starting at 7,600 feet, the trail follows the high, timbered ridge above Snow Creek, offering spectacular views of the desert. From there, it joins Deer Springs Trail and a strenuous climb to San Jacinto Peak, at 10,804 feet in elevation.
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The campground provides one large group campsite that can accommodate up to 100 guests for tent camping. A parking area can accommodate up to 25 vehicles, but rough roads to the site are not recommended for trailers of any kind.<br><br> The site is equipped with multiple tables and campfire circles with grills. Vault toilets are provided. Drinking water is not available in the campground, but can be found at the Cinco Posa Spring along Black Mountain Road, about two miles before the campground.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is located in a heavily forested area of the mountains in southern California at an elevation of about 7,500 feet. The roads to and within the campground are not paved and much of the area is part of classified wilderness area.

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
This group site is located approximately 50 miles southeast of San Bernardino, California, and 16 miles north of the small town of Idyllwild, which offers locally owned shops and restaurants.

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