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North Shore Family Campground

North Shore Family campground is within a mixed oak and conifer forest. It is located 23 miles northeast of San Bernardino in the San Bernardino National Forest, 3 miles from Lake Arrowhead Village. There are 28 camping sites. There are 6 first come/first serve sites and 22 reservable sites. Amenities include 1 campfire ring, picnic table, flush toilets, and firewood available for sale. A campground host is on site. Lake Gregory is 20 minutes away and offers fishing, boat rentals and a water slide park.

 

Reservations

Call (877) 444-6777 or visit www.recreation.gov.  Reservations can be made as early as 12 months in advance.

General Information

Reservations can be placed as late as 24 hours in advance based upon availability. For example, reservations could be made on a Thursday before 2pm, for a Friday 2pm check in, if there is availability.

04/21/2023 - 10/02/2023

3-night minimum for holiday weekends. Pets must be leashed at all times. No public access to Lake Arrowhead. 

  • Single Site $29 - Holiday $31 - 8 person maximum
  • Double Site $56- Holiday $57 - 16 person maximum
  • Camping fee includes entry for 1 vehicle.
  • Extra vehicle fee $8 per night.
  • RV dump $10
  • Checks under $50 not accepted.

Big Bear Discovery Center

Address: 40971 North Shore Drive, Highway 38 Fawnskin, CA 92333
Phone: (909) 382-2790
Hours: Thursday-Monday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Tuesday & Wednesday Closed

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 34.26777778

Longitude: -117.1636111

Directions

Take Highway 18 to Lake Arrowhead turn-off (Highway 173). Go approximately 2 miles to the stop sign at the Village. Turn right, go approximately 2 more miles around the lake, pass the dam and marinas, and turn right at the Mountains Community Hospital sign. Follow Hospital Road a short distance to the campground.

Parking

2nd vehicle parking fee $8 per night

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are not available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Last updated May 14th, 2025