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.
| 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: |
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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.
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.
Check San Bernardino National Forest - Holcomb Valley Campground for any campground updates.