California / San Bernardino County / San Bernardino National Forest

Green Spot Equestrian Group Camp

Closed — Closed for the season. Typically operates from early May through early October. Reservations available up to 12 months in advance through Recreation.gov.

About

Green Spot Equestrian Group Camp is a specialized equestrian facility located at the east end of Big Bear Valley in the San Bernardino Mountains at 7,224 feet elevation. This single-site group campground is designed specifically for horse camping and provides five horse corrals that can accommodate up to 10 horses. The site can host groups of up to 25 people and eight vehicles. The campground is situated in a scenic pinyon pine and juniper forest with grassy meadows. Amenities include four picnic tables, one double pedestal grill, two single pedestal grills, one accessible fire ring, and one group fire ring. Vault toilets are provided, but drinking water and trash collection are not available, making this a pack-in, pack-out facility. The nearest showers are at Serrano Campground. The location provides excellent access to horseback riding trails and the Sugarloaf National Recreation Trail, a difficult trek to the highest point in Big Bear Valley at 9,952 feet. Big Bear Lake offers additional recreational opportunities including fishing, boating, and swimming. The access road to the campground is rough and rocky, suitable for four-wheel drive vehicles only.

Directions

From the Big Bear Ranger Station, turn left on Highway 38 and proceed 3 miles east to Greenway. Turn right and continue past the airport to the signal at Big Bear Boulevard. Turn right and continue on Highway 38 for almost 4 miles to Forest Route 2N93. Turn right on Forest Route 2N93 and continue a half-mile to the second dirt road on the left (not marked). Proceed up the road about 50 yards to the campground. The access road is rough and rocky, requiring four-wheel drive vehicles.

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