Tanglewood Group Campground is located in the San Bernardino National Forest, 8 miles north of the east end of Big Bear Lake. The tent-only campground is along the Pacific Crest Trail and set amidst a Pinyon Pine and Juniper forest. Hiking and mountain biking are popular activities. Many good OHV routes can be found nearby. At Big Bear Lake, swimming, boating, waterskiing, and fishing are all favorites.
Tanglewood Group Campground can accommodate up to 40 people camping with tents. Reservations are required. There is no potable water, nor is there trash pick up. Campers must pack out their own trash.
| Tanglewood Group Campground Basics | |
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| Tanglewood Group Campground Location: | Off Holcomb Valley Rd., 8 miles NW of Big Bear Lake |
| Elevation: | 7,540 feet |
| Mileage/Driving Time: | 55 miles east of San Bernardino - 1:15 |
| Number of Campsites: | 1 |
| Camping Season: | Open early May through mid-October |
| Max. People per Site: | 40 |
| Vehicles per Site: | 8 (parking space is limited) |
| Pets: | On leash, always attended |
| Operated by | California Land Management for San Bernardino National Forest |
| Big Bear Discovery Center: | (909) 382-2790 |
| Reservations at Tanglewood Group Campground | |
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| Reservations required | whenever campground is open |
| Booking Window: | Reservations can be made up to 12 months in advance of arrival. |
| Maximum RV/Trailer Length: | 25 feet |
| Wheelchair Accessible Sites: | None designated |
| Fees: | $149 per night ($10 more on holiday weekends) |
| Reservations: | Tanglewood Group Campground Reservations |
| Check-in, check-out: | 2:00 PM, Noon |
| Tanglewood Group Campground Amenities | |
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| Campsites: | 6 Picnic tables, 1 double pedestal grill, 1 single pedestal grill - no hook-ups |
| Campground: | Vault toilets, 1 group fire ring, no water |
| Showers: | at Serrano Campground |
| Dump station: | at Serrano Campground, $10 |
| Attractions near Tanglewood Group Campground: |
Trout Fishing Best Sellers |
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.
Groups that visit beautiful Big Bear Lake enjoy the beautiful forest as well as the lake attractions. Tanglewood Group Campground is for tent camping only.
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