Boulder Group Campground is in the San Bernardino National Forest, about 3½ miles south of Big Bear Lake, off Mill Creek Road. The campground is in a scattered conifer forest which offers good shade. Nearby Big Bear Lake has swimming, boating, waterskiing, and fishing. Mountain biking and hiking are popular activities in the area.
Boulder Group Campground can accommodate up to 40 people with tents or RVs. Reservations are required. The campground has no potable water and no trash service. Campers must pack out their own trash.
| Boulder Group Campground Basics | |
|---|---|
| Boulder Group Campground Location: | 6 miles, off Mill Creek Road, south of Big Bear Lake |
| Elevation: | 7,500 feet |
| Mileage/Driving Time: | 120 miles east of Los Angeles - 2:25 |
| Number of Campsites: | 1 |
| Campground open: | mid-May to early October |
| Max. People per Site: | 40 |
| Vehicles per Site: | 8 |
| Pets: | On leash, always attended |
| Operated by | California Land Management for San Bernardino National Forest |
| Big Bear Discovery Center: | (909) 382-2790 |
| Reservations for Boulder Group Campground | |
|---|---|
| Reservations required | whenever campground is open |
| Booking Window: | from 4 days up to 12 months in advance of arrival |
| Maximum RV/Trailer Length: | 30 feet, coming in on dirt road |
| Accessible Sites: | None designated |
| Fees: | $149 per night ($10 more during holiday weekends) |
| Reservations: | Boulder Group Campground Reservations |
| Check-in, check-out: | 2:00 PM, Noon |
| Boulder Group Campground Amenities | |
|---|---|
| Campsites: | 5 Picnic tables, 1 double pedestal grill, - no hook-ups |
| Campground: | Vault toilets - no water and no trash pick up |
| Showers: | at Serrano Campground |
| Dump station: | at Serrano Campground, $10 | Attractions near Boulder Group Campground: | Hike the Seven Oaks Trail. Head to Castle Rock. Try some rock climbing. Enjoy mountain biking on local dirt roads. Go to Big Bear Lake with fishing, boating, and interpretive programs.
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| Updates | Last Updated August 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.
Groups camping near beautiful Big Bear have plenty of attractions to visit. At Boulder Group Campground groups enjoy a peaceful setting les than 4 miles from the lake.
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San Bernardino National Forest - Boulder Group Campground