Oak Grove Cleveland NF Campground Cleveland National Forest California
95965 CA-79Warner Springs, California 92086
760 788-0250
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Oak Grove campground has 81 campsites (63 reservable) nestled in a valley of large oak trees and manzanita in the Cleveland National Forest. Campsites can accommodate tents, trailers and RVs (up to 25 feet). Each campsite also has a table, fire ring and grate. Most have pretty decent privacy.
The campground has 1 vault and flush toilets (depending on which loop). Potable (drinking) water is also available. Cell service is fair.
Oak Grove – Area Recreation
The Cleveland National Forest provides habitat for native wildlife, as well as a natural refuge and playground for many of the 3 million plus residents in the greater San Diego area. Visitors can enjoy spectacular night skies, hiking, mountain biking, picnicking and wildlife viewing. You can access the Oak Grove Trail by was,ing 1.5 miles starting from behind the Ranger Station. Oak Grove Trail is steep, but offers spectacular views of the San Jacinto and San Gorgonio Mountains. Remember to bring plenty of water on the hike.
Palomar Mountain State Park also offers three nice campgrounds including Doane Valley, Fry Creek and Observatory.
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Campsite Types
- ADA
- RV
- Tent
- Trailer
Season:
Year Round
Elevation:
2,808
# of Campsites:
81
Amenities
- BBQ Grills
- Campground Host
- Campsite Tables
- Cell Service Fair
- Comfort Station
- Drinking Water
- Equestrian trail
- Fire Pit
- Fire Rings
- Firewood Available
- Grills
- Pets OK
- Picnic Tables
- Restrooms (Flush Toilets, Vault Toilets)
Activities
- Biking
- Bird Watching
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Mountain Biking
- Nature Trails
- Photography
- Picnicking
- Stargazing
- Walking Trails
- Wildlife Viewing
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I would like to know if there is a cancelation fee if for whatever reason we have to cancel a reservation?
Hi Johnny,
Here is Recreation.gov cancellation fee/info:
Cancelling a Reservation: Customers may cancel their reservation prior to arrival both on-line and through the call center. A $10 service fee will be withheld from any refund for a cancellation. Depending on when you cancel in relation to your arrival day, it may be considered a late cancellation (More Info).
I stayed 4 days, 3 nights. Was very quiet 1st night. 2nd night scouts showed up. Very disappointed in this about group. Most wore VERY bright headlights. There lights were extremely annoying. They could try the low setting. I was there to watch nature and see the stars. The camp host was good enough to let me move to a vacant spot away from the scout my 3rd night. I saw a few and took photographs of birds and squirrels. Very relaxing.
Hello,
I’m finding conflicting info for this campground, are there walk up sites available, or is it even open? Any info would be much appreciated, trying to stay tomorrow night, July 12, 2021. Thanks!
Hi Becky,
According to the US Forest service website – no Walk Up campsites are available from mid July through the end of the year.
I see that there is a limit of 2 cars per site. Is there overflow parking at the campground?
Hi Liz,
Unfortunately there isn’t any overflow parking at Oak Grove campground.
Hi, how many tents maximum may we set up at a single site (8 people)?
That’s a pretty big campsite. I’d say you could get a 3 medium sized tents (8×10).
I drove by Oak Grove Campground on May 25th 2022 and the Campground was CLOSED. Entry not permitted.
Sad because I grew up Camping with my Parents there.
The Campground was once a well maintained place to Camp but several years ago, one of the loops (Chamise)was closed.
It would be nice if funds could re-open the entire three loops, re-pave, fix toilets, etc..
Hopefully they’ll find the budget and staff to fix up and reopen soon.
Is bike riding allowed on the trails?
Thank you. ~Karen
Hi Karen,
There are some fire roads in the area that are decent for mountain biking. I’m not sure if the trails right around the campground are okay (allowed) for biking riding. You can pick up the Old Grove Truck Trail off Highway 79 (about 1/4 mile south of the campground). These eventually turns into a dirt road and climbs way up in the hills. You can also check out the Trailforks website for more mountain biking roads/trails in the area.