San Gorgonio

San Bernardino National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: ANGELUS OAKS, CA, CA

Price: From $34 per night

Price range: $34–$67 per night

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (226 reviews)

Season: May through October

The San Gorgonio Campground provides access to a variety of recreational opportunities, as well as a beautiful location in which to enjoy nature. Its proximity to scenic trails and nearby mountain lakes and streams make the campground a great place to bring the family to relax and get away from it all.The campground offers dozens of single, double and accessible sites, available for tent and RV camping. Utility hookups are not available, however, the parking spurs are paved and provide a level s

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, Showers, Dump Station, Electric Hookups, Camp Host, Fishing, Firewood for Sale

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

San Gorgonio offers beautiful, well-maintained facilities with spacious sites and access to the Santa Ana River Trail and nearby scenic trails. Campers praise it as comparable to National Park Service campgrounds with a family-friendly atmosphere and no-amplified music policy.

Wildlife alert: Spotted Owl, Mexican Whip-poor-will, San Bernardino Flying Squirrel, California Ground Squirrel, Southern Sagebrush Lizard, Western Skink, and Ringneck Snake documented in the area.

Insider tips for San Gorgonio: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with high demand. Bring your own hookups or use self-contained RV; no hookups available at most sites. Verify restroom cleaning schedules before arrival to plan accordingly. Access the famed Santa Ana River Trail directly from the campground for hiking and biking.

Skip San Gorgonio if: You require RV hookups — only dump station and electric hookups available, not suitable for full hookup needs.. You need year-round camping — seasonal operations May through October only.. You prefer heavily developed facilities — this is a rustic federal campground..

Best time to visit San Gorgonio: May-October — Official operating season; May opening aligns with spring hiking conditions and wildflower viewing..

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

Cell Phone Coverage at San Gorgonio

Cell signal at San Gorgonio (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★ 4.5 (226 reviews)From $34/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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The San Gorgonio Campground provides access to a variety of recreational opportunities, as well as a beautiful location in which to enjoy nature. Its proximity to scenic trails and nearby mountain lakes and streams make the campground a great place to bring the family to relax and get away from it all.The campground offers dozens of single, double and accessible sites, available for tent and RV camping. Utility hookups are not available, however, the parking spurs are paved and provide a level surface.

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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.
ADA sites2 sites
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking WaterElectric HookupsFirewood for Sale
Recreation
Picnic TablesShowersCamp Host
Family & Pets
Flush ToiletsDump StationFishing

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 require RV hookups — only dump station and electric hookups available, not suitable for full hookup needs.✕ You need year-round camping — seasonal operations May through October only.✕ You prefer heavily developed facilities — this is a rustic federal campground.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground with high demand.

Bring your own hookups or use self-contained RV; no hookups available at most sites.

Verify restroom cleaning schedules before arrival to plan accordingly.

Access the famed Santa Ana River Trail directly from the campground for hiking and biking.

Best: May-October

Official operating season; May opening aligns with spring hiking conditions and wildflower viewing.

Things to do nearby

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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: Spotted Owl, Mexican Whip-poor-will, San Bernardino Flying Squirrel, California Ground Squirrel, Southern Sagebrush Lizard, Western Skink, and Ringneck Snake documented in the area.

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 20 miles to the campground entrance.

Campground entrance

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Community

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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.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does San Gorgonio cost per night?+
San Gorgonio costs $34–$67 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is San Gorgonio open?+
San Gorgonio is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does San Gorgonio have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at San Gorgonio?+
San Gorgonio can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet.
How do I make reservations at San Gorgonio?+
San Gorgonio 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 San Gorgonio?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at San Gorgonio 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 San Gorgonio open, and what are check-in times?+
San Gorgonio is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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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
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$34 /night★ 4.5 (226)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Nearby Campgrounds

Oso Group

Angelus Oaks, CA

From $480/night

Barton Flats

Angelus Oaks, CA

From $36/night

Council

ANGELUS OAKS, CA

From $234/night

Buttercup Group Camp

Big Bear Lake, CA

From $149/night

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