Barton Flats Campground is in the San Bernardino National Forest, 36 miles northeast of the city of San Bernardino. The campground is located off the Rim of the World Scenic Byway. Campers who roll into Barton Flats enjoy fishing at nearby Jenks Lake and along the Santa Ana River.
A number of scenic hiking and horseback riding trails can be accessed from the campground, including the Santa Ana River Trail. A wonderful day outing is the 25-mile drive north to popular Big Bear Lake for boating, waterskiing, swimming, and hiking. The Grayback Amphitheater on State Route 38 provides evening educational programs throughout the summer months.
Barton Flats Campground has 51 level campsites for RVs, trailers, and tents. The campground is nestled in a mature oak and pine forest. A number of the sites are doubles. All of the sites must be reserved ahead of time; there are no first-come, first-serve sites. The campground requires a 2-day minimum stay on weekends and 3 days on holiday weekends.
| Barton Flats Campground Basics | |
|---|---|
| Barton Flats Campground Location: | 28 miles northeast of Redlands on Highway 38 |
| Elevation: | 6,360 feet |
| Mileage/Driving Time: | Redlands - 28 miles; 40 minutes
Big Bear Lake - 26 miles; 36 minutes |
| Number of Campsites: | 51 |
| Campground Open: | Late March - late October |
| Max. People per Site: | 8 (including children) |
| Vehicles per Site: | 2 vehicles, 2nd vehicle $5
Double sites 2nd vehicle free |
| Pets: | On leash, always attended |
| Operated by | Mountaintop Recreation for San Bernardino National Forest |
| Big Bear Discovery Center: | (909) 382-2790 |
| Reservations for Barton Flats Campground | |
|---|---|
| Reservations available: | Barton Flats Campground reservations are available for camping dates from late March through late October. |
| Reservation Window: | Reservations can be made from 24 hours up to 6 months in advance of arrival date. |
| Maximum RV/Trailer Length: | 35 feet |
| Accessible Sites: | #25, 32, 33, 34 Many facilities are accessible. |
| Favorite Campsites: | #9, 10, 29, 43, 44 |
| Fees: | Single site $36 per night ($2 more on holiday weekends)
Double site $71 per night ($2 more on holiday weekends) Plus $10 reservation fee |
| Campground Map: | Barton Flats Campground Map |
| Reservations: | Barton Flats Campground Reservations |
| Check-in, check-out: | Check-in: 2:00 PM Check-out: Noon |
| Barton Flats Campground Amenities | |
|---|---|
| Campsites: | Picnic table, fire ring with grill, bear-resistant food lockers; no hook-ups |
| Campground: | Restrooms with flush toilets, tap water |
| Showers: | Yes |
| Dump station: | Yes, $10 | Attractions near Barton Flats Campground: |
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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.
Barton Flats Campground
Campers staying at Barton Flats Campground are close to many of the national forest's great attractions.
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