Lobo Group

San Bernardino National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: ANGELUS OAKS, CA, CA

Price: From $362 per night

Rating: 3 out of 5 (1 reviews)

Season: May through October

The Lobo Group Campground is nestled in the beautiful Barton Flats area of the San Bernardino Mountains. It is surrounded by picturesque pine trees, providing ample shade and miles of scenic landscapes. In addition to a nearby lake and river access, a variety hiking, biking and horseback riding trails can be accessed from the campground.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): strong signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: T-Mobile. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 100%.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Drinking Water, Electric Hookups, Camp Host, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/lobo-group to be notified when sites open up.

Lobo Group is a scenic mountain campground in the San Bernardino Mountains near Barton Flats with access to hiking, fishing, and wildlife viewing. Campers praise it as a quiet, secluded retreat close to LA and Orange County with level tent sites and pleasant scenery.

Wildlife alert: San Bernardino Flying Squirrel, California Ground Squirrel, American Kestrel, Mexican Whip-poor-will, Spotted Owl, Southern Sagebrush Lizard, Western Skink, Ringneck Snake

Insider tips for Lobo Group: Book early — this is a federal campground with only 2 sites and high demand Bring your own water and power if using an RV; no hookups available Pack for dusty conditions based on camper reports

Skip Lobo Group if: You need RV hookups (electric, water, sewer). You require shower facilities. You're visiting outside May-October seasonal window. You're sensitive to dust.

Best time to visit Lobo Group: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Oso Group (Angelus Oaks, CA), San Gorgonio (ANGELUS OAKS, CA), Council (ANGELUS OAKS, CA), Buttercup Group Camp (Big Bear Lake, CA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Lobo Group

Cell signal at Lobo Group (ANGELUS OAKS, CA): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

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.

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ANGELUS OAKS, CA, CA★ 3 (1 reviews)From $362/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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The Lobo Group Campground is nestled in the beautiful Barton Flats area of the San Bernardino Mountains. It is surrounded by picturesque pine trees, providing ample shade and miles of scenic landscapes. In addition to a nearby lake and river access, a variety hiking, biking and horseback riding trails can be accessed from the campground.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV40 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
Bear boxesYes — at every site
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking WaterFishing
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
Flush ToiletsCamp Host

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups (electric, water, sewer)✕ You require shower facilities✕ You're visiting outside May-October seasonal window✕ You're sensitive to dust

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with only 2 sites and high demand

Bring your own water and power if using an RV; no hookups available

Pack for dusty conditions based on camper reports

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G + 5G · 100%
Verizon
4G · 100%
AT&T
4G + 5G · 100%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: San Bernardino Flying Squirrel, California Ground Squirrel, American Kestrel, Mexican Whip-poor-will, Spotted Owl, Southern Sagebrush Lizard, Western Skink, Ringneck Snake

Location

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Getting there →

Take I-10 East to Redlands. Take the University Street exit, EXIT 80. Turn left (northbound) on University Street. Turn right onto E. Lugonia Avenue/SR-38. Continue on State Highway 38 for approximately 22 miles to the campground entrance.

Campground entrance

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Pro tips

  • 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.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Lobo Group cost per night?+
Lobo Group costs $362 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Lobo Group open?+
Lobo Group is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Lobo Group have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Lobo Group?+
Lobo Group can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet.
How do I make reservations at Lobo Group?+
Lobo Group is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Lobo Group?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Lobo Group is rated strong. Best carrier: T-Mobile. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Lobo Group open, and what are check-in times?+
Lobo Group is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$362 /night★ 3 (1)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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