Tanglewood Group Camp
San Bernardino National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: SAN BERNADINO, CA, CA
Price: From $149 per night
Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (5 reviews)
Season: May through October
The Tanglewood Group Campground provides a picturesque spot for an extended family or large group getaway. It is nestled in the pine-covered mountains of Southern California, providing a variety of recreational opportunities for visitors of any age. A general store and restaurants are available about eight miles southwest of the campground in Fawnskin.
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, Showers, Fishing
Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/tanglewood-group-camp to be notified when sites open up.
Tanglewood Group Camp offers a picturesque setting in pine-covered Southern California mountains with access to hiking, mountain biking, and fishing near Big Bear Lake. The campsite is clean and spacious, ideal for large groups seeking recreational opportunities.
Wildlife alert: Bobcat, Coyote, California Ground Squirrel, American Kestrel, and various lizard species present in the area
Insider tips for Tanglewood Group Camp: Book reservations well in advance - this is a federal campground with high demand Road access is rough; expect an adventure drive on Van Dusen Canyon Road Vault toilets lack roofing, so plan accordingly during rainy weather
Skip Tanglewood Group Camp if: You need full hookups - no hookups available. You prefer walk-in camping without reservations - reservations are mandatory. You visit outside May-October - seasonal operations only. You dislike rustic facilities - unroofed vault toilets are the only restroom option.
Best time to visit Tanglewood Group Camp: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.
Nearby campgrounds: Serrano (FAWNSKIN, CA), Buttercup Group Camp (Big Bear Lake, CA), Pineknot (Fawnskin, CA), Green Spot Equestrian Group Camp (Big Bear City, CA).
Cell Phone Coverage at Tanglewood Group Camp
Cell signal at Tanglewood Group Camp (SAN BERNADINO, 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.
The Tanglewood Group Campground provides a picturesque spot for an extended family or large group getaway. It is nestled in the pine-covered mountains of Southern California, providing a variety of recreational opportunities for visitors of any age. A general store and restaurants are available about eight miles southwest of the campground in Fawnskin.
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook reservations well in advance - this is a federal campground with high demand
Road access is rough; expect an adventure drive on Van Dusen Canyon Road
Vault toilets lack roofing, so plan accordingly during rainy weather
Campground operates seasonally during these months only
Things to do nearby
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FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: T-Mobile.
Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
Take I-10 (Highway 330) to Running Springs. Turn onto Highway 18 and continue to Big Bear Lake Dam. Continue on Highway 38 for 8 miles. Turn left on Van Dusen Canyon Road (Forest Route 3N09) and drive for 4 miles. Turn right onto Forest Route 3N16 and travel approximately 2 miles. Take a right on Forest Route 3N79 and continue approximately 0.8 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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