South Fork Campground is in the San Bernardino National Forest, 39 miles northeast of the city of San Bernardino. The campground is located off Highway 38, the Rim of the World Scenic Byway. Campers who pull into South Fork Campground are close to several good hiking trails, including the Santa Ana River Trail. Pretty little Jenks Lake is only a short drive away, offering non-motorized boating and fishing. Popular Big Bear Lake is about a half-hour drive farther up Highway 38. There, visitors enjoy boating, waterskiing, fishing, and hiking.
At the Grayback Amphitheater, 2-miles west on Highway 38, the San Gorgonio Wilderness Association provides evening educational programs on most Saturdays and Sundays throughout the summer months.
South Fork Campground is a first-come, first-served camping area; no reservations are available. The campground has 24 campsites for RVs, trailers, and tents. Unlike most other campgrounds in the area, South Fork has vault toilets and no showers. Nevertheless, South Fork Campground offers attractive, mostly level sites with pretty settings among mature pines. The campground is beside the Santa Ana River near its convergence with the South Fork River.
| South Fork Campground Basics | |
|---|---|
| South Fork Campground Location: | 32 miles northeast of Redlands on Highway 38 |
| Elevation: | 6,300 feet |
| Mileage/Driving Time: | Redlands - 32 miles; 43 minutes
Big Bear Lake - 22 miles; 32 minutes |
| Number of Campsites: | 24 |
| Campground Open: | Mid-May - late September |
| Max. People per Site: | 8 (including children) |
| Vehicles per Site: | 2 vehicles, 2nd vehicle $7 per night
Double sites 2nd vehicle free |
| Pets: | On leash, always attended |
| Big Bear Discovery Center: | (909) 382-2790 |
| Reservations | |
|---|---|
| Reservations: | No reservations are available; all campsites are first-come, first-served |
| Maximum RV/Trailer Length: | 30 feet |
| Accessible Sites: | None designated |
| Fees: | $29 per night for single sites ($2 more on holiday weekends) |
| Check-in, check-out: | 2:00 PM, Noon |
| South Fork Campground Amenities | |
|---|---|
| Campsites: | Picnic table, fire ring with grill, no hook-ups |
| Campground: | Restrooms with vault toilets, tap water |
| Showers: | No |
| Dump station: | No, but available at neighboring Barton Flats Campground for $10 | Attractions near South Fork Campground: |
Trout Fishing Best Sellers |
South Fork Campground
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.
South Fork Campground
Campers staying at South Fork Campground are close to many fine attractions, including the Santa Ana River and Jenks Lake.
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