Boulder Basin sits among the stunning landscapes of San Bernardino National Forest in California . With 50 campsites (RV-friendly up to 35 feet feet) , restrooms, great hiking, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.
Reservations are required year-round , and the best times to visit are May-oct when the weather is most comfortable .
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🏕️ At a Glance
💳 Booking & Fees
Cancellations made 3+ days before arrival typically receive a refund minus service fees. Check Recreation.gov for specific policies and deadlines.
💧 Water Access & Features
📸 Discover the Beauty of San Bernardino National Forest
🌤️ Best Time to Visit
Plan your trip during the optimal season for this campground.
🦅 Peak birding: Apr, May, Sep
🦌 Recent Wildlife Sightings
Recent wildlife observations near this campground from the iNaturalist community.
Boulder Basin located in California, offering 50 camping sites.
Boulder Basin
A Rural campground in California
Overview
It Is Situated at an Elevation of About 7,300 Feet. It Is Situated at an Elevation of About 7,300 Feet.
Boulder Basin Campground Offers Solitude and Primitive Camping in a Scenic Mountain Landscape. the Trail Provides Access to the Famed Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail, Which Begins at the Mexico Border in Southern California and Leads to Washington Border of Canada.
Black Mountain Road Is Is Poor Condition at This Time. a Four-Wheel Drive (4Wd) Vehicle Is Recommended with a Minimum Ground Clearance of 6 Inches. Drive at Your Own Risk.
the San Bernardino National Forest Is Submitting a Proposal to Increase Fees at Various Sites Across the Forest and Is Seeking Public Input. Please Visit the Https://Www. Fs. Usda. Gov/Sbnf for More Information and to Submit Comments Regarding This Proposal. the Area Provides Ample Recreational Opportunities, Including Hiking, Mountain Biking, Boulder Climbing and More. Black Mountain Road, Which Accesses Boulder Basin Campground, Is a Narrow Rough Dirt Road Which May Not Be Suitable for All Vehicles.
the Campground Provides Access to a Number of Trailheads, Including the Black Mountain Trail, a 3.6-Mile, Moderately Strenuous Hiking, Mountain Biking and Horseback Riding Trail That Travels Through the Forested Slopes of Black Mountain.the Trail Provides Excellent Views of the Banning Pass and Mt. San Gorgonio.
the Campground Offers Multiple Single-Family Campsites, Available for Tent and Small RV / Van Camping. Each Site Is Equipped with Tables and Campfire Rings with Grills. Vault Toilets Are Also Provided.
the Campground Is Located in a Mixed Conifer Forest, Which Provides Ample Shade Throughout the Day. Roads to the Campground Are Not Paved But the Campground Does Have Paved Roads.
Nearby Attractions
This Group Site Is Located Approximately 50 Miles Southeast of San Bernardino, California, and 14 Miles North of Idyllwild, Where Fuel and a Variety of Small Town Shops and Restaurants Are Available.Managed by: Usda Forest ServiceSite Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 50
- Hookup Types: Electric, No Hookups
- Max RV Length: 35 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: No
- 🗑️ Dump Station: No
- 💧 Potable Water: No
- 🛝 Playground: No
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: No
- 🎣 Fishing: No
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address: Boulder Basin Group
City: , California
Coordinates: 33.8263889, -116.7538889
Area Type: Rural
Phone:
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Hiking|biking|fire-ring|trail|group-site|rv|tent
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: No
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
- 🏊 Swimming: No
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: $32-45
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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📱 Connectivity
Verizon
Fair Signal
LTE
AT&T
Fair Signal
LTE
T-Mobile
Poor Signal
4G
📺 Television Reception
Major Networks: ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS, CW, ION, UnivisION
Signal Quality: Good
Total Stations: 20 stations
Nearest Market: LOS Angeles/SAN Francisco
Notes: Signals FROM LOS Angeles/SAN Francisco MARKET
📻 Radio Reception
Total Stations: 50 stations (15 AM, 35 FM)
AM Quality: Good | FM Quality: Good
Major Formats: POP, Spanish, Classic ROCK, NEWS/TALK, Country
Local News: KNX 1070 Am
Market: La/Sf/SAN DIEGO
Notes: 15 AM, 35 FM Stations from La/Sf/San Diego
🔌 EV Charging
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Distance: 5.7 miles away
Address: 25210 Fern Valley Rd, Idyllwild-Pine Cove, CA
Network: tesla-destination
Charging Type: Standard-charging-available • Tesla
Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 232022
- Managing Agency: Usda Forest Service
- Agency Email:
- Agency Website: https://www.fs.usda.gov/sbnf
- Parent Park: San Bernardino National Forest
- Park Website: /parks/san-bernardino-national-forest/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: National Forests
- Parks Post Name: san-bernardino-national-forest
- Parent Park Name: San Bernardino National Forest
- Correct Park Type Mapping: san-bernardino-national-forest
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 42.0
- States Covered: California
- Managing Agencies: Usda Forest Service
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 131.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 1071
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 131.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 1071, 1071.0
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: california
- Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
- Park Type Slug: national-forests
- Parent Park Slug: san-bernardino-national-forest
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
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