Heart Bar Equestrian
Closed due to ongoing road damage repair work. The opening has been delayed with a targeted reopening in summer 2026. Normal operating season runs mid-April through early October.
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 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 Equestrian is a specialized group campground designed exclusively for horseback riders in the San Bernardino National Forest. Situated at 6,880 feet elevation in the pine-covered mountains of Southern California, the campground offers a single large group site that can accommodate up to 65 people and 21 vehicles. The facility features 46 horse corrals, making it ideal for large equestrian groups seeking backcountry trail access. The campground provides robust amenities including accessible flush toilets, showers, potable drinking water, 11 wood picnic tables, and a group campfire ring. Horseback riders have direct access to some of Southern California's finest trails, including the Santa Ana River Trail popular with hikers and bikers as well, and the Wildhorse Creek Trail which climbs nearly 1,100 feet over 5 miles to Wildhorse Meadow. While the campground is approximately 20 miles from Big Bear Lake and its town amenities, it maintains a remote and secluded atmosphere. Reservations are required through Recreation.gov and can be made up to 12 months in advance. Note that this campground is equestrian-only; campers must have horses to stay here.
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 until you reach Forest Route 1N02. Continue less than a mile to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $314 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (909) 866-8550 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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