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Crab Flats

★3.9(59 reviews)
Auto add-to-cart availableHigh DemandSan Bernardino National Forest · San Bernardino County, California
🏞️Lake Access🌊River Access🏔️Mountain Views🌲Forest Setting🌾Open Meadow🥾Hiking

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About Crab Flats

Crab Flats is a national park campground at San Bernardino National Forest in San Bernardino County, California. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. When a booked site here is cancelled it can vanish within minutes, so Campsite Tonight monitors it 24/7 and auto-adds the opening to your Recreation.gov cart before anyone else.

Crab Flats is in very high demand — sites here routinely sell out well in advance. Cancellations are often the best way in, which is exactly what Campsite Tonight watches for.

The campground accommodates RVs and trailers up to 21 ft. Campers rate it 3.9/5 across 59 reviews.

Other campgrounds at San Bernardino National Forest include Tent Peg Group, Fishermans Group, Green Valley, Shady Cove Group Campground and North Shore (ca).

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Total reservations in April — 2023: 26 · 2024: 13 · 2025: 28

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Location

Address

San Bernardino County, California

Coordinates

34.2635, -117.0866

Booking Insights

Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.

  • •August sees 167 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.

Nearby Campgrounds

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Crab Flats Campground Sign
Crab Flats Campground picnic tables and log benches under the shade.
Crab Flats Campground road with bear cansisters
Crab Flats vault bathroom #1
Crab Flats vault bathroom
Crab Flats Campground picnic tables and log benches under the shade

Crab Flats FAQ

How far in advance should I book Crab Flats?

Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open. Mark your calendar for when the booking window opens (typically 5-6 months ahead). Also set alerts - cancellations do happen.

What is the busiest time at Crab Flats?

August typically sees the highest reservation activity at Crab Flats. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.

Are there campsites available at Crab Flats right now?

Crab Flats is currently fully booked for the next 14 days. However, cancellations happen frequently - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when sites become available.

Where is Crab Flats located?

Crab Flats is located in San Bernardino National Forest, California.

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