Oak Grove Campground
Cleveland National Forest — fishing, hiking
Location: Oak Grove, CA, CA
Price: From $15 per night
Price range: $15–$30 per night
Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (326 reviews)
Season: May through October
Located on the Cleveland National Forest, Oak Grove Campground is nestled in a valley of large oak groves and manzanita.The attractive campground is comprised of chaparral vegetation such as canyon live oaks, ribbonwood and chamise and offers open, but secluded sites. The area offers stargazers an opportunity to view the clear night skies. Birders will be pleased with the variety of wildlife and opportunities for viewing.
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, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing
Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/oak-grove-campground to be notified when sites open up.
Oak Grove Campground offers a scenic valley setting on Cleveland National Forest with access to the historic 1.5-mile Oak Grove Trail featuring views of the San Jacinto and San Gorgonio Mountains. At $15/night, it's an affordable option with basic amenities including fire rings, picnic tables, vault toilets, and drinking water.
Wildlife alert: Mountain lions present in area; also mule deer, western spotted skunks, mountain quail, and various lizard species including horned lizards.
Insider tips for Oak Grove Campground: Book early as this is a popular federal campground Bring your own phone charging solutions as cell service is not available Oak Grove Trail is a steep hike but accessible directly across Route 79 behind the Ranger Station
Skip Oak Grove Campground if: You require RV hookups - no hookups available at most sites. You need cell phone service. You prefer year-round camping - seasonal operations only May through October. Bathroom cleanliness is a priority - some reviews report maintenance issues with vault toilets.
Best time to visit Oak Grove Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.
Nearby campgrounds: Fry Creek Campground (Palomar Mountain, CA), Crestline Group Campground (Palomar Mountain, CA), Dripping Springs Campground (Ca) (Aguanga, CA), Ribbonwood Equestrian Cg (IDYLLWILD, CA).
Cell Phone Coverage at Oak Grove Campground
Cell signal at Oak Grove Campground (Oak Grove, CA): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- 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.
Located on the Cleveland National Forest, Oak Grove Campground is nestled in a valley of large oak groves and manzanita.The attractive campground is comprised of chaparral vegetation such as canyon live oaks, ribbonwood and chamise and offers open, but secluded sites. The area offers stargazers an opportunity to view the clear night skies. Birders will be pleased with the variety of wildlife and opportunities for viewing.
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early as this is a popular federal campground
Bring your own phone charging solutions as cell service is not available
Oak Grove Trail is a steep hike but accessible directly across Route 79 behind the Ranger Station
Campground operates seasonally during these months only
Things to do nearby
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From Interstate 15 take the 79 East. The campground is on the north side of the highway, across from the fire station. From Temecula, take State Rt. 79 south 24.1 miles and turn left at campground sign.
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- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Cleveland National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Cleveland National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
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