Holcomb Valley Campground

 Big Bear Lake, CA
 Big Bear Lake, CA

Holcomb Valley Campground
Big Bear Lake


Holcomb Valley Campground

Holcomb Valley Campground is in the San Bernardino National Forest, 5 miles north of Big Bear Lake. The small campground is composed of 19 sites, all first come, first served. The campground has no potable water. Campsites are set among towering Ponderosa pines. Nearby Big Bear Lake has opportunities for boating, waterskiing, swimming, and fishing. Cycling and hiking are popular in the area.

Holcomb Valley Campground is open year-round, but snowy road conditions may close it during parts of the winter. A campground host is on site from mid-May through October.

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Holcomb Valley Campground Basics
Holcomb Valley Campground Location: 5 miles north of Big Bear Lake
Elevation: 7,350 feet
Mileage/Driving Time: 118 miles east of Los Angeles - 2:26
Number of Campsites: 19
Camping Season: Holcomb Valley Campground is open year-round, depending on weather
Max. People per Site: 8 (including children)
Vehicles per Site: 2 vehicles, 2nd vehicle $7
Pets: On leash, always attended
Big Bear Discovery Center: (909) 382-2790

Reservations
No Reservations First come, first served
Maximum RV/Trailer Length: 30 feet, back in
Accessible Sites: None designated
Fees: standard sites $27
  ($2 more on holiday weekends)
Operated by California Land Management for San Bernardino National Forest
Check-in, check-out: 2:00 PM, Noon

Holcomb Valley Campground Amenities
Campsites: Picnic table, fire ring, bear box, - no hook-ups
Campground: Vault toilets - no water
Showers: at Serrano Campground
Dump station: at Serrano Campground, $10
Attractions near Holcomb Valley Campground:
  • For experienced climbers, test your skills rock climbing at nearby Holcomb Valley Pinnacles.
  • Visit a historic gold mining area.
  • The famous Pacific Crest Trail passes 1 mile to the south.
  • Drive to Big Bear Lake for boating, waterskiing, fishing, and swimming.




General Camping Information

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.

Accessible Sites

Designated Accessible sites are usually reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate.



Big Bear Lake
Attractions and Activities

Big Bear Lake attracts many visitors to its beautiful shores and many points of interest. Campers at Holcomb Valley Campground are several miles from the lake in a nice pine forest.

  • Visit the Big Bear Discovery Center for complete information about forest activities.
  • Find hiking trails to various destinations in the area and connect to the Pacific Crest Trail.
  • Set out for an adventure mountain biking or road cycling.
  • Find plenty of boat rentals for fishing and water skiing.
  • Head out on the lake paddleboarding, canoeing, and kayaking.
  • Summer at Snow Summit has scenic Sky Chairlift rides, sight-seeing, hiking, mountain biking, and golf.
  • Get some thrills at Alpine Slide. They have an alpine slide, a water slide, go-karts, and miniature golf.
  • Trail rides at Baldwin Lake Stables
  • Tour the fascinating Big Bear Historical Museum.
  • Play tennis and golf.
  • For even more excitement, head out to Action Zipline Tours.

Key Holcomb Valley Campground Regulations

  1. Dogs must be on leash and always attended.
  2. To avoid problems with bears, secure food in bear-proof lockers.
  3. Prevent the spread of invasive insects by obtaining firewood locally.
  4. Campfires are only permitted in provided fire rings.
  5. Quiet Hours are from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM.

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