Deer Group Campground is in the San Bernardino National Forest, 2½ miles south of the town of Big Bear at Big Bear Lake. The campground is located in a mature pine forest with plenty of shade and privacy. At Big Bear Lake visitors enjoy boating, waterskiing, swimming, and fishing. Nearby Snow Summit ski area has summer chairlift rides, hiking, and mountain biking.
Deer Group Campground can accommodate up to 40 people with tents or RVs. Reservations are required. There is no potable water nor trash pick up at the campground. Campers must pack out their own trash. High clearance vehicles or 4x4 vehicles are recommendedon the rough, dirt road to the campground.
| Deer Group Campground Basics | |
|---|---|
| Deer Group Campground Location: | South of the town of Big Bear |
| Elevation: | 7,600 feet |
| Mileage/Driving Time: | 120 miles east of Los Angeles - 2:24 |
| Number of Campsites: | 1 |
| Open - Closed: | Early May through late October |
| Max. People per Site: | 40 |
| Vehicles per Site: | 8 |
| Pets: | On leash, always attended |
| Operated by | California Land Management for San Bernardino National Forest |
| Big Bear Discovery Center: | (909) 382-2790 |
| Reservations at Deer Group Campground | |
|---|---|
| Reservations required | whenever campground is open |
| Booking Window: | from 4 days up to 12 months in advance of arrival |
| Maximum RV/Trailer Length: | 30 feet, access via rough dirt road |
| Accessible Sites: | None designated |
| Fees: | $149 per night ($10 more on holiday weekends) |
| Reservations: | Deer Group Campground Reservations |
| Check-in, check-out: | 2:00 PM, Noon |
| Deer Group Campground Amenities | |
|---|---|
| Campsites: | 5 Picnic tables, 1 double pedestal grill, - no hook-ups |
| Campground: | Vault toilets, but no water and no trash pick up |
| Showers: | at Serrano Campground |
| Dump station: | at Serrano Campground, $10 | Attractions near Deer Group Campground: | Head over to Big Bear Lake with fishing, boating, and interpretive programs. Stop at the Big Bear Discovery Center. Hike the Seven Oaks Trail. Go to nearby Snow Summit Ski Lift for mountain biking, sight-seeing, and hiking starts.
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Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths. Check carefully on the reservation site when you make your reservation to be sure your vehicle will fit your campsite.
Designated Accessible sites are usually reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate.
Groups that visit beautiful Big Bear find many wonderful attractions. At Deer Group Campground groups enjoy a nice setting less than 3 miles from the lake.
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