Serrano Campground is the only lakeside, family campground at Big Bear Lake. Serrano's prime location and excellent amenities make it the most popular campground at Big Bear.
Big Bear Lake abounds with outstanding amenities and recreational activities. Virtually all kinds of boating are enjoyed on the lake from pontoon boats and ski boats to kayaks and standup paddleboards. Around the lake marinas are plentiful, with launch ramps, boat rentals, and slips. Fishing is outstanding for trout, bass, catfish, and carp. For sightseers, several tour boats are ready to carry visitors around the lake.
Shoreside recreational activities are available to meet nearly everyone's interests, including hiking trails, golf courses, OHV adventures, and cycling. Local ski resorts are set up for mountain bikers in the summer, while single-track rides are everywhere around the lake. The annual cycling Tour de Big Bear draw riders of all skill levels. Action Tours offers zipline fun. Head to the Big Bear Discovery Center to get information about forest activities.
Serrano Campground features 109 campsites spread through a pine forest with the shore of Big Bear Lake only steps away. Sixteen sites are double sites, and 29 have full hook-ups (30 amp). The campground is separated into four loops. Campground roads and parking driveways are all paved.
Campsite facilities include picnic tables, bear-proof food storage boxes, and fire rings with grills. Restrooms have flush toilets and sinks. Hot showers are available. Scattered among the campsites are drinking water spigots. A dump station comes with a $10 fee. Around the campground are interpretive trails and hiking trails. A bike path is nearby. There is a 3-night minimum stay on holiday weekends at Serrano Campground.
| Campground Basics | |
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| Serrano Campground Location: | North shore Big Bear Lake, 2 miles east of Fawnskin |
| Elevation: | 6,800 feet |
| Mileage/Driving Time: | 97 miles east of Los Angeles - 1:58 |
| Number of Campsites: | 109 |
| Camping Season: | Mid-March - November |
| Max. People per Site: | 8 (including children) |
| Vehicles per Site: | 2 vehicles, 2nd vehicle $8 |
| Pets: | On leash, always attended |
| Operated by | California Land Management - Mountaintop Recreation for San Bernardino National Forest |
| Big Bear Discovery Center: | (909) 382-2790 |
| Reservations | |
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| Reservations available: | Serrano Campground reservations are available for camping dates for whenever the campground is open (usually from early March t0 late November), from 24 hours to 6 months in advance |
| Maximum RV/Trailer Length: | 55 feet, back-in |
| Accessible Sites: | #11, 27, 64 (full hook-up site), 65, 123 |
| Favorite Campsites: | #4, 12, 71, 88, 89, 90, 100, 119, 120, 121, 122, 124, 129, 131, 132
Double Sites: #19/20, 73/74, 109/110, 125/126 |
| Fees: | Standard sites $40 per night ($2 more on holiday weekends) RV hook-up sites $51 ($2 more on holiday weekends) |
| Campground Map: | Serrano Campground Map |
| Reservations: | Serrano Campground Reservations |
| Check-in, check-out: | Check-in: 2:00 PM Check-out: Noon |
| Serrano Campground Amenities | |
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| Campsites: | Picnic table, fire ring, some sites with electric hook-ups |
| Campground: | Restrooms with flush toilets, tap water, campfire circle |
| Showers: | Yes |
| Dump station: | Yes, $10 | Attractions near Serrano Campground: |
Trout Fishing Best Sellers |
| Updates | Last Updated April 2025 |
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.
Serrano Campground
Big Bear Lake draws many visitors to its beautiful shores and many points of interest. Those staying at Serrano Campground are right on the lake and close to many key attractions.
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