Falcon Group
Closed due to Airport Fire Burned Area Closure. The closure order is in effect until May 23, 2026. Access to the campground and surrounding trails on Trabuco Ranger District lands is prohibited.
Extreme Heat Warning issued October 8 at 12:19AM PDT until October 8 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures up to 95. * WHERE...Santa Ana Mountains and Foothills. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
Extreme Heat Closure October 2nd-8th 2026
To provide for public safety, going into or being upon the San Diego River Gorge/Cedar Creek Falls Closure Area is prohibited within the Palomar Ranger District of the Cleveland National Forest. This Order is effective from October 02, 2026, through October 08, 2026.
About
Falcon Group Campground sits at 3,300 feet elevation in the Santa Ana Mountains, approximately 4 miles northwest of Ortega Highway (Highway 74) on North Main Divide Road. The campground features three distinct group sites: Lupine (40-person capacity, $75/night), Sage (30-person capacity, $60/night), and Yarrow (70-person capacity, $120/night). All sites are tent-only with no hookups or RV accommodations. The area lies within a mixed forest and chaparral ecosystem with abundant wildlife, including mountain lions. Hiking is the primary draw, with the 1.4-mile Falcon Trail connecting directly to the campground and the scenic 6.8-mile Trabuco Canyon Trail leading into the backcountry. The adjacent Blue Jay Campground provides access to San Juan Trail, popular with mountain bikers. Facilities include flush toilets, campfire rings, charcoal grills, and trash service. Potable water availability is inconsistent and campers should plan to bring their own water supply. Vehicle length limits vary by site (20-40 feet), and trailers are not recommended due to limited parking. Access is currently restricted to the Lake Elsinore side of Ortega Highway.
Directions
From Southern California, take US Highway 15 to State Highway 74 (Ortega Highway) in Lake Elsinore. Travel 6 miles west of Lake Elsinore on Highway 74 and turn north on North Main Divide Road. Proceed 5 miles to Falcon Campground. From I-5, exit for Ortega Highway (State Highway 74) and take 74 east approximately 27 miles to North Main Divide Road. Turn north and proceed 5 miles to Falcon Campground. Access is currently only available from the Lake Elsinore side.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $60 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (951) 736-1811 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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