North Shore
Open for the 2026 season from April 17 through October 4. Reservations available via Recreation.gov up to 6 months in advance. Six sites are first-come-first-served. Three-night minimum required for holiday weekends.
Heat Advisory issued July 21 at 10:23AM PDT until July 27 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...High temperatures in the mid 80s to mid 90s below 6500 feet with low temperatures in the mid 60s to mid 70s expected. * WHERE...Riverside County Mountains, San Bernardino County Mountains, and San Diego County Mountains. * WHEN...From 10 AM Wednesday to 8 PM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Widespread moderate HeatRisk, with local areas of major HeatRisk on mountain foothills. Elevated low temperatures will limit overnight relief from the heat.
About
North Shore Campground provides a peaceful retreat in the San Bernardino National Forest at 5,400 feet elevation. Located 23 miles northeast of San Bernardino and just 3 miles from Lake Arrowhead Village, the campground is nestled in a mixed oak and conifer woodland setting. The 26 campsites include both reservable and first-come-first-served options, each equipped with a picnic table and fire ring with grill. The campground connects to the North Shore National Recreation Trail, a 1.7-mile path descending through mixed conifer forest along Little Bear Creek to Papoose Lake. Firewood is available for purchase and a campground host is on-site during the operating season. Most sites are designated tent-only, though two standard sites can accommodate RVs without hookups. Lake Gregory, located about 40 minutes away, offers fishing, boat rentals, and a waterslide park for day trips. Lake Arrowhead is a private lake with no public access despite its proximity.
Directions
From San Bernardino, take Highway 18 about 20 miles to the Lake Arrowhead exit. Take Highway 173 for 5 miles to the northeast side of the lake. Turn right on Hospital Road and follow it to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $29 - $56 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 25ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 25ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (909) 382-2790 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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