Heart Bar Campground
Closed due to ongoing road damage repair work. Opening has been delayed with hopes to reopen sometime in summer 2026, though this remains uncertain. Reservations via Recreation.gov when operational.
Flood Watch issued October 9 at 12:16PM PDT until October 11 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...A portion of Southwest California, including the following areas, Apple and Lucerne Valleys, Coachella Valley, Riverside County Mountains, San Bernardino County Mountains, San Diego County Coastal Areas, San Diego County Deserts, San Diego County Mountains, San Diego County Valleys and San Gorgonio Pass near Banning. * WHEN...From Saturday evening through Sunday evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Tropical Storm Rachel will bring periods of moderate to heavy rain to all of San Diego County, Riverside County mountains and deserts, and San Bernardino County mountains and deserts. Maximum hourly rainfall rates of 0.50 to 0.60 inches per hour are possible for San Diego Coast and Valleys. Maximum hourly rainfall rates of 0.50 to 0.70 inches per hour are possible across area deserts and 0.70 to 1 inch per hour rates are possible across area mountains. Heaviest rainfall is most likely late Saturday night through Sunday afternoon. - https://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
From Recreation.gov
**Opening day for this campground has been delayed due to continued road damage repair work. We hope to be able to open in the 2026 summer. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and greatly appreciate your patience. **
From Recreation.gov
**Opening day for this campground has been delayed due to continued road damage repair work. We hope to be able to open at some point this year, but as of right now that seems unlikely. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and greatly appreciate your patience.**
About
Heart Bar Campground is nestled among pine-covered mountains at 6,880 feet elevation in the San Bernardino National Forest. The campground offers 89 sites across three loops (Aspen, Sugarloaf, and Grinnell Peak), with 63 sites reservable through Recreation.gov and 26 available first-come-first-served. Sites accommodate both tents and RVs up to 50 feet, with each site equipped with a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Vault toilets and potable water are provided, along with bear-proof food storage boxes. The campground provides access to some of southern California's finest backcountry trails. The Santa Ana River Trail offers miles of scenic mountain views, while the Wildhorse Creek Trail explores 5 miles of rolling terrain with nearly 1,100 feet of elevation gain. Big Bear Lake is approximately 20 miles away, offering additional water recreation, golf, shopping, and dining options. The typical operating season runs from mid-April through early October. Reservations require a 2-night minimum on weekends and 3-night minimum on holiday weekends, and can be made up to 24 hours in advance.
Directions
From I-10 in San Bernardino, take the Alabama exit in Redlands to Lugonia Avenue (State Highway 38). Travel northeast on Highway 38 for approximately 30 miles to Forest Route 1N02. Continue less than a mile to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $29 - $56 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 45ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 45ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| clm@clm-services.com | |
| Phone | +1 (909) 866-8550 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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