Shady Cove Group Campground
Open for the 2026 season from May 1 through October 11. Reservations accepted via Recreation.gov up to 12 months in advance. Weekend stays require a 2-night minimum; holiday weekends require 3-night minimum. Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to dry conditions.
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
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.…
Temporary Phone Outage
Temporary Phone OutageDue to a local power outage at the San Bernardino National Forest, Supervisors Office our telephone system is not working. This includes all offices and Visitor Centers. We have set up a temporary phone number for PAL information. Please call (909) 382-7993 for Fuelwood…
About
Shady Cove Group Campground sits within the Children's National Forest, a section of the San Bernardino National Forest that was rebuilt with help from local children after being devastated by wildfire. The campground offers three forested group tent sites at approximately 6,000 feet elevation, each capable of hosting up to 30 people and 8 vehicles. Every site includes picnic tables, pedestal grills, a group campfire circle, and access to drinking water. The campground serves as a base for hiking, biking, and birding, with multiple trails accessible nearby including the Trail of the Phoenix, a short paved interpretive trail at the Children's National Forest entrance about three miles away. Arrowbear Lake, stocked with rainbow trout each spring, lies approximately five miles from the campground near Running Springs, which provides dining, shopping, groceries, and fuel. One of the three group sites (Site A) is wheelchair accessible, and the campground features accessible vault toilets. The location is easily reached via paved roads, making it convenient for groups planning extended stays in the San Bernardino Mountains.
Directions
From Running Springs, drive approximately one mile on Highway 18 to the Deerlick Ranger Station/Children's National Forest Visitor Center. Turn right on Keller Peak Road and continue about five miles. Follow signs to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $114 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| clm@clm-services.com | |
| Phone | +1 (909) 866-8550 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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