U.S. Forest Service · San Bernardino National Forest · CA

Heart Bar Campground

Heart Bar CampgroundPhoto · Silvana Friedman
Not publishedStatus
ReservableAccess
66Sites
45 ftMax rig

The place

The Heart Bar Campground provides access to some of southern California's greatest backcountry hiking, biking and horseback riding trails, as well as a nice play to experience nature. A variety of recreation opportunities are available in the surrounding area as well, leaving little more to be desired from a campsite. Recreation A variety of backcountry hiking, biking and horseback riding trails can be found near the campground, including the famed Santa Ana River Trail, which provides miles of scenic mountain views and points of exploration. Keep reading

The Wildhorse Creek Trail, which explores 5 miles of rolling terrain in the area, is accessed just north of the campground and leads to a remote camping area south of Wildhorse Meadow. It climbs nearly 1,100 feet in elevation and is moderately difficult. Creek fishing is also available nearby. Facilities The campground offers multiple single, double and accessible campsites, available for tent and RV camping. While there are no hookups available at the campground, a dump station with potable water is available nearby. Some sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Each site is equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Accessible vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Firewood is available for purchase at the campground. Additional parking is available. Natural Features The campground is nestled among pine-covered mountains, at an elevation of 6,880 feet. It is not far from Big Bear Lake, but far enough to retain a remote and secluded atmosphere. The mature trees provide some shade to the area, but understory is limited, leaving campsites with little privacy in some places. Nearby Attractions Big Bear Lake and its adjoining town are located approximately 20 miles from the campground, offering a variety of water-related recreation opportunities, as well as golf, shopping and restaurant options. Charges & Cancellations Rules & Reservation Policies As you make travel plans that include reservations on Recreation.gov, there are standard policies that apply to most locations of which you should be aware. Do keep in mind, however, that there are many exceptions, so it is best to review reservation information listed on individual facility pages for those policies and procedures that pertain to your specific locations. Any location or activity requiring a permit or lottery will have unique requirements and policies. Please check individual facility pages for pertinent information for those sites. Booking Window For most locations, you can reserve six months in advance of your stay for individual sites and 12 months in advance for group sites. There are some exceptions, so it is best to check with each facility. Change and Cancellation Policies and Fees Overnight and Day Use Facilities: To ensure fairness, reservation arrival or departure dates may not be changed beyond the booking window until 18 days after booking the reservation. Camping / Day Use: A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities, etc.). The $10.00 service fee will be deducted from the refund amount. You can cancel or change reservations through Recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777. Tours & Tickets: You may request changes to tour dates at no cost before the arrival date. If you cancel before your tour date, you may be eligible for a refund. Cancellation fees apply. Please check the tour facility description details page for cancellation policies. Permits: Varies by location. Please check the permit details for the permit location. Late Cancellations Overnight and Day Use Facilities: Late cancellations are those cancelled between 12:01 a.m. (Eastern) on the day before arrival and check out time on the day after arrival. Individual Campsites: If a customer cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival they will be charged a $10.00 service fee and will also forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a single night's reservation will forfeit the entire use fee but no cancellation fee will apply. Cabins / Lookouts: Customers will be charged a $10.00 cancellation fee and forfeit the first night's use fee if a cabin or lookout reservation is cancelled within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date. Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee. Group Facility: If a customer cancels a group overnight facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date they will be charged the $10.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's use fee. Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee. Group Day Use Area: If a customer cancels a group day use facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date, they will forfeit the total day use fee with no service fee charge. No-Shows Camping / Day Use: A camping no-show customer is one who do

The sites · 66

LoopSiteTypeMax rigElectricADA
Aspen Loop040standard nonelectric40 ft
Aspen Loop041standard nonelectric40 ft
Aspen Loop042standard nonelectric40 ft
Aspen Loop043standard nonelectric40 ft
Aspen Loop044standard nonelectric40 ft
Aspen Loop045standard nonelectric40 ft
Aspen Loop046standard nonelectric40 ft
Aspen Loop047standard nonelectric40 ft
Aspen Loop048standard nonelectric40 ft
Aspen Loop049/50standard nonelectric35 ft
Aspen Loop051/52standard nonelectric45 ft
Aspen Loop053standard nonelectric35 ft
Aspen Loop054standard nonelectric40 ft
Aspen Loop055standard nonelectric35 ft
Aspen Loop056standard nonelectric35 ft
Aspen Loop057standard nonelectric30 ft
Aspen Loop058standard nonelectric40 ft
Aspen Loop059standard nonelectric40 ft
Aspen Loop060standard nonelectric35 ft
Aspen Loop064standard nonelectric35 ft
Aspen Loop065standard nonelectric35 ft
Aspen Loop066standard nonelectric35 ft
Aspen Loop067standard nonelectric35 ft
Aspen Loop068standard nonelectric35 ft
Aspen Loop069standard nonelectric35 ft
Aspen Loop070standard nonelectric35 ft
Aspen Loop071standard nonelectric35 ft
Aspen Loop072standard nonelectric35 ft
Aspen Loop073standard nonelectric35 ft
Aspen Loop074standard nonelectric35 ft
Aspen Loop61/62standard nonelectric35 ft
Aspen Loop63/63standard nonelectric35 ft
Grinnell Peak Loop020standard nonelectric25 ft
Grinnell Peak Loop021standard nonelectric40 ft
Grinnell Peak Loop022standard nonelectric45 ft
Grinnell Peak Loop023/24standard nonelectric35 ft
Grinnell Peak Loop025standard nonelectric30 ft
Grinnell Peak Loop026/27standard nonelectric45 ft
Grinnell Peak Loop028standard nonelectric35 ft
Grinnell Peak Loop029standard nonelectric35 ftyes
Grinnell Peak Loop030standard nonelectric35 ft
Grinnell Peak Loop031standard nonelectric35 ftyes
Grinnell Peak Loop032standard nonelectric45 ft
Grinnell Peak Loop033standard nonelectric30 ft
Grinnell Peak Loop034standard nonelectric40 ft
Grinnell Peak Loop035/36standard nonelectric40 ft
Grinnell Peak Loop037rv nonelectric40 ft
Grinnell Peak Loop038rv nonelectric40 ft
Grinnell Peak Loop039rv nonelectric40 ft
Sugarloaf Loop001standard nonelectric30 ft
Sugarloaf Loop002standard nonelectric35 ft
Sugarloaf Loop003standard nonelectric40 ft
Sugarloaf Loop004standard nonelectric35 ft
Sugarloaf Loop005standard nonelectric35 ft
Sugarloaf Loop006/07standard nonelectric35 ft
Sugarloaf Loop010standard nonelectric30 ft
Sugarloaf Loop011standard nonelectric25 ft
Sugarloaf Loop012standard nonelectric30 ft
Sugarloaf Loop013standard nonelectric30 ft
Sugarloaf Loop014standard nonelectric35 ft

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Booking

183 daysBooking window before arrival

Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.

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