NORTH SHORE (CA)
Lake Arrowhead, California · USDA Forest Service

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About
North Shore Campground is a quiet place to camp, away from the hustle and bustle of nearby cities. The campground is nestled among Southern California's pine-covered mountains, providing ample opportunity for outdoor relaxation and recreation.The campground offers multiple single-family campsites, available mostly for tent camping. Some sites can accommodate RVs, but hookups are not available. Each site is equipped with a table and campfire ring with grill. Flush toilets and drinking water are provided.The campground is located 23 miles northeast of San Bernardino in the San Bernardino National Forest. It is about 3 miles from the community of Lake Arrowhead. Settled in an oak woodland environment, the campground is close to many outdoor amenities. Lake Arowhead is a private lake, no access available. Lake Gregory is located 40 minute away and offers fishing, boat rentals and a waterslide park. Lake Arrowhead is a private lake, no public access. The North Shore National Recreation Trail connects the campground with Papoose Lake (trail is not accessible). The 1.7-mile trail descends through a mixed conifer forest and settles along Little Bear Creek, providing scenic views of the surrounding area . Please note, nearby Lake Arrowhead is a private lake.
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.
Location
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Details
- State
- California
- City / area
- Lake Arrowhead
- Agency
- USDA Forest Service
- Parent area
- San Bernardino National Forest
- Campsites
- 26
- Reservable
- Yes
- Typical price
- $29–$56 / night
- Rating
- 4.46 / 5 (112 reviews on Recreation.gov)
- Equipment
- Tent, RV, Trailer
Nearby campgrounds
- DOGWOOD 5.5 km away · dump mentioned
- FISHERMANS GROUP 5.7 km away
- TENT PEG GROUP 6.2 km away
- CRAB FLATS 7.5 km away
- GREEN VALLEY 9.9 km away
- Horse Springs Campground (San Bernardino National Forest) 13.2 km away