Coon Creek Group Campground
San Bernardino National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: ANGELUS OAKS, CA, CA
Price: From $127 per night
Rating: 5 out of 5 (1 reviews)
Season: May through October
The Coon Creek Group Campground is located in the pine-covered mountains of Southern California. The unique campground is home to three historic cabins and a stunning view into the Coachella Valley on clear days.The campground is less than 20 miles away from Big Bear Lake, which offers a variety of water-related recreation opportunities. The adjoining town provides golf, shopping and restaurant options.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): strong signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: AT&T. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 100%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Electric Hookups, Fishing
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Located in pine-covered Southern California mountains with stunning Coachella Valley views on clear days. Adjacent to the Pacific Crest Trail with multiple recreation options including hiking, horseback riding, and fishing.
Wildlife alert: San Bernardino Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, Steller's Jay, Anna's Hummingbird, Red-breasted Nuthatch, Northern Saw-whet Owl, and Western Skink present in the area. Note: Campers report bees in some spots.
Insider tips for Coon Creek Group Campground: High clearance vehicle recommended for Yellow Post sites at the end of the road Verizon cell reception available at first sites Yellow Post sites are spaced out and remote with beautiful views
Skip Coon Creek Group Campground if: You need hookups — no hookups available at sites. You have a low-clearance vehicle — dirt road access is rough. You're visiting outside May-October — seasonal operations only. You plan to visit without advance reservations — federal campground books early.
Best time to visit Coon Creek Group Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.
Nearby campgrounds: Wild Horse Equestrian Family (Angelus Oaks, CA), Skyline (Angelus Oaks, CA), Heart Bar Campground (Angelus Oaks, CA), Lobo Group (ANGELUS OAKS, CA).
Cell Phone Coverage at Coon Creek Group Campground
Cell signal at Coon Creek Group Campground (ANGELUS OAKS, CA): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: AT&T.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage · AT&T 5G: 100%
- T-Mobile 4G LTE: 100% coverage
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
The Coon Creek Group Campground is located in the pine-covered mountains of Southern California. The unique campground is home to three historic cabins and a stunning view into the Coachella Valley on clear days.The campground is less than 20 miles away from Big Bear Lake, which offers a variety of water-related recreation opportunities. The adjoining town provides golf, shopping and restaurant options.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
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CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryHigh clearance vehicle recommended for Yellow Post sites at the end of the road
Verizon cell reception available at first sites
Yellow Post sites are spaced out and remote with beautiful views
Campground operates seasonally May through October only
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: AT&T.
Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From San Bernardino, take I-10 to the Alabama exit in Redlands, California. Turn onto Lugonio Avenue (Highway 38). Head northeast on Highway 38 for approximately 31 miles to Forest Route IN02. Continue for approximately 6 miles to the campground.
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- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — San Bernardino National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at San Bernardino National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
- Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.
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