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.
Flood Watch issued October 10 at 11:36AM PDT until October 11 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be 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 11 PM PDT this 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 early Sunday afternoon. Rainfall will taper off from south to north Sunday. Lingering lighter showers are expected to continue into Monday. - https://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Wind Advisory issued October 10 at 11:31AM PDT until October 12 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts 50 to 60 mph expected, strongest winds on the desert mountain slopes. * WHERE...San Bernardino County Mountains. * WHEN...From 5 AM Sunday to 5 AM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
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.…
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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