Deer Group Campground

Star4.17
15 reviews
Mountaintop Ranger District and Discovery Center, 40971 North Shore Drive, Highway 38, Fawnskin, CA 92333

Quick Facts

7,612 ft

Price

$149 - $159/night

Booking

Reservable

Sites

1 campsites

Season

Open May 3, 2024 - O...

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Very Pet Friendly

Opens San Bernardino National Forest site

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Deer Group Campground
$149.00 - $159.00 / night
Campsite Fees
The fee structure is $149 for a group site and $159 during holidays. Fees apply per reservation and accommodate up to 40 persons and 8 vehicles.
Standard Site Fee$0.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$149.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

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What Campers Say

4.17

Satisfactory

Based on 15 reviews

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Mountaintop Ranger District and Discovery Center, 40971 North Shore Drive, Highway 38, Fawnskin, CA 92333

Deer Group Campground

Mountaintop Ranger District and Discovery Center, 40971 North Shore Drive, Highway 38, Fawnskin, CA 92333

Driving directionsTake I-10 East to Redlands. Take the University Street exit, EXIT 80. Turn left (northbound) on University Street. Turn right onto E. Lugonia Avenue/SR-38. Continue on State Highway 38 into Big Bear City, to E. Big Bear Blvd. Turn left on to E. Big Bear Blvd./SR-38. Continue westbound on Big Bear Blvd/SR-18 into the City of Big Bear Lake. From State Highway 18, west of the village, turn left on to Millcreek Road. Proceed past Aspen Glen Picnic Area, 0.4 of a mile and turn left to continue on to Millcreek Road to Forest Road 2N10. Proceed on 2N10 for 0.8 mile to the end of pavement. Continue on 2N10 past Cedar Lake turnoff. Proceed on 2N10 to 2N08 (7.9 miles from the Cedar Lake turnoff). Go left on 2N08 and proceed 0.6 of a mile to 2N45Yk, turn right.
Vehicle access is on a Forest Service road on the south side of Big Bear Lake. The road includes paved and unpaved sections, requiring careful navigation.
Nearby places
Big Bear City (approximately 10 miles), Fawnskin (approximately 7 miles), Redlands (approximately 40 miles)
Nearby supplies
Big Bear Lake city center for groceries, camping supplies, and fuel. Fawnskin also provides limited essentials.

Best Time to Camp at Deer Group Campground

Experience the dramatic seasonal transformations of the San Bernardino Mountains at Deer Group Campground. Winter blankets the landscape in pristine snow, creating a wonderland that challenges even seasoned adventurers with difficult access roads and crisp, dry air that sparkles with frost. As spring melts into summer, the campground transforms into a temperate mountain retreat where comfortable temperatures and crystal-clear skies create ideal conditions for hiking, stargazing, and outdoor adventures. The elevation ensures refreshing mountain breezes even during the warmest months, making this an excellent escape from the heat of lower elevations.

Best
Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.0 / 5

Peak season May–Oct; accessible and scenic during summer months.

Fall(Sep-Nov)
3.5 / 5

Open through Oct 5; early fall colors and cooler mountain weather likely pleasant.

Spring(Mar-May)
3.0 / 5

Opens May 3 (late spring); spring access is limited but scenic as snow melts.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
Not recommended

Campground is seasonally closed outside May 3–Oct 5.

Planning Tips
  • Peak Season: May to October.. Book 2-3 months ahead.
  • Operating Season: Open May 3, 2024 - October 5, 2024.
  • Current Alerts: Site currently closed.

About Deer Group Campground

Nestled in the pristine wilderness near Big Bear Lake, Deer Group Campground offers an authentic backcountry experience within the majestic San Bernardino National Forest. This secluded group camping haven provides the perfect setting for families and friends seeking to disconnect from the digital world and reconnect with nature. The campground comes equipped with 5 spacious picnic tables, a convenient double pedestal grill for communal cooking, and a central group fire ring where memories are made under starlit skies. Vault toilets ensure basic comfort while maintaining the site's minimal environmental footprint. As a true wilderness destination, visitors should note that potable water is not available on-site, embracing the pack-in, pack-out philosophy that keeps this natural sanctuary pristine for future generations.
Deer Group Campground caters specifically to group camping. Individual tent or RV sites for small parties are not mentioned.
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2:00 PM
Stay Limit
Maximum of 40 persons and 8 vehicles.

Amenities available

Fire rings
Picnic tables
Vault toilets
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Policies & Safety

Hazards & AlertsPotential hazards include wildlife encounters and cold weather conditions during the off-season.
Active AlertsSite currently closed.
No Potable WaterThis campground does not have potable water on-site. Bring all the water you need for drinking, cooking, and cleaning.

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4.2
15 reviews
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Deer Group Campground is satisfactory, placing it in the bottom 60% of campgrounds based on reviews
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