Fern Basin
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About Fern Basin
Fern Basin is a national park campground at San Bernardino National Forest in Riverside County, California. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. Instead of refreshing Recreation.gov, let Campsite Tonight watch for cancellations and automatically drop an open site into your cart the instant one frees up.
Fern Basin 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 20 ft. Campers rate it 4.2/5 across 68 reviews.
Other campgrounds at San Bernardino National Forest include Marion Mountain, Dark Canyon Campground , Boulder Basin and Black Mountain (san Bernardino).
Total reservations in May — 2023: 36 · 2024: 58 · 2025: 48
Location
Address
Idyllwild, California
Coordinates
33.7886, -116.7378
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •June sees 166 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
Nearby Campgrounds
Marion Mountain
San Bernardino National Forest
Stone Creek Campground
Mt. San Jacinto SP
Dark Canyon Campground
San Bernardino National Forest
Boulder Basin
San Bernardino National Forest
Idyllwild Campground
Mt. San Jacinto SP
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Black Mountain (san Bernardino)
San Bernardino National Forest
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Fern Basin FAQ
How far in advance should I book Fern Basin?
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 Fern Basin?
June typically sees the highest reservation activity at Fern Basin. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Fern Basin right now?
Yes! There are currently 136 site-nights available over the next 14 days at Fern Basin, with availability on 10 different dates. Availability changes frequently due to cancellations - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when new sites open up.
Where is Fern Basin located?
Fern Basin is located in San Bernardino National Forest, near Idyllwild, California.
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