Located three miles north of the Lytle Creek Ranger Station, the campground provides an easy get-away. Trees surround the campsites and Lytle Creek flows across the street at Applewhite Picnic Area. Please use caution crossing the road. This site is accessible.
Latitude 34° 15′ 35.3160″ N
Longitude 117° 29′ 35.7648″ W
This road travels 4.8 miles from the junction with Carbine Flat OHV Road 3N59 along the northern forest boundary terminating onto a BLM road. The road continues west on the BLM to Deep Creek Road in Hesperia.
Latitude 34° 21′ 9.7200″ N
Longitude 117° 6′ 18.8100″ W
Lytle Creek Firing Line operates under permit from the U.S. Forest Service. It is a developed shooting site offering year-round target shooting for visitors. Website: http://www.lytlecreekrange.com/ Phone number: 1-951-7-TARGET (1-951-782-7438)
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Latitude 34° 17′ 12.4620″ N
Longitude 117° 32′ 36.8124″ W
California Department of Fish and Wildlife – Deer Management Program
California's deer herds are a valuable resource to both hunters and non-hunters alike. Deer can be seen throughout most of California providing enjoyment for many outdoor enthusiasts. For future generations to experience the benefits that come from having healthy, viable deer herds throughout the state, proper management is essential.
The Deer Management Program is composed of branch and field biologists who work together coordinating programs throughout the state. The Deer Management Program, its activities, and staff are largely supported by hunters through the purchase of hunting licenses and deer tags. Biologists develop hunting regulations, provide expertise on habitat and population assessments, compile harvest information, conduct and direct research needs, monitor and estimate populations and respond to various public inquiries related to deer in California. Biologists also work to coordinate joint projects with outside agencies, universities and private entities.
In 1976 A Plan for California Deer was developed to respond to the decline in deer numbers resulting from the loss and degradation of quality deer habitat. With the growing human population in California and continuing loss of quality deer habitats, biologists have realized the goal to restore deer herd numbers to those in the1960s is unlikely and unrealistic. Biologists are currently developing a more realistic approach through a Strategic Plan for California Deer in order to more effectively manage deer herds given the existing and anticipated changes to California's environment.
In addition, important deer habitats are identified through statewide surveys and investigations conducted throughout the year. Based on these investigations, the data are used for analysis of local and statewide land-use planning efforts, as well as providing recommendations to the Lands Committee for possible land acquisition through the Wildlife Conservation Board.
(Courtesy of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife)
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California Department of Fish and Wildlife Deer Program
Latitude 0° 0′ 0.0000″ S
Longitude 0° 0′ 0.0000″ W
The Desert Front OHV Road 3N24 is commonly called "Baldy Mesa" and runs approx 10 miles from the junction of Baldy Mesa OHV Road 3N21 to State Highway 138 in west Cajon valley.
Latitude 34° 21′ 30.2436″ N
Longitude 117° 28′ 12.5940″ W
These 13 yellow post sites are individual camping sites. Each campsite is available on a first-come-first-serve basis. No reservations.
Each site is limited to a maximum of 8 persons at any one time. There is limited parking at these sites for 2 vehicles. Amenities includes 1 picnic table and 1 fire ring. There are no restroom facilities. There is no drinking water.
Campfire permits are required for any type of fire use – campfires, or stoves. Campfires may not be allowed certain times of the year. Click here for current fire restriction information.
Where are the Sites?
Contact the Big Bear Discovery Center for current fire restriction information and road conditions. (909) 382-2790 (closed Tues/Wed).
These yellow post sites are on dirt roads, north and south of Big Bear Lake. Please refer to the yellow-post site map available below pick one up at the Big Bear Discovery Center. High-clearance vehicles are recommended and four-wheel drive vehicles may also be required to reach these sites, depending on current road conditions. RV’s and trailers are not recommended.
Yellow Post Maps:
North Shore Big Bear Lake
South Shore Big Bear Lake
Latitude 0° 0′ 0.0000″ S
Longitude 0° 0′ 0.0000″ W
1.6 miles runs from Red Mountain OHV Road 6S22 to Juan Diego Flat OHV Road 7S04
Latitude 33° 36′ 30.1572″ N
Longitude 116° 47′ 43.9440″ W
These two remote yellow post sites are located near the end of Forest Road 1N34 (San Sevaine Road) accessible from Lytle Creek Road. This narrow steep dirt road is open only to high clearance vehicles and four wheel-drive may also be required. This road is also only open during certain months of the year and is subject to closures due to Red Flag warnings or winter storms. The seasonal closure of Road 1N34 begins on March 1 and extends through Labor Day each year to protect important fawning habitat for mule deer, a Forest Service Management Indicator Species. The gate will be locked and the road closed to non-authorized vehicular access. The public is still welcome to use the road for hiking and biking, but no vehicle access. Call the Lytle Creek Ranger Station (909-382-2851) for current status and road conditions.
Other than a pit for campfires, these sites do NOT contain the amenities found at developed campgrounds. There is no water, no picnic tables, no restrooms nearby, and no trash containers. Please pack it in – pack it out! All sites are first-come, first-served. Campfire permits are required for any type of fire use – campfires, charcoal BBQ's, or stoves. Campfires may not be allowed certain times of the year. See "Current Conditions" box below.
The southern route up Cucamonga Peak, Trail 7W04, begins here. This trail is for experienced hikers only as it is steep, rocky, and not maintained.
The western portion of Road 1N34, sometimes referred to as the Big Tree Truck Trail, was damaged heavily during the Grand Prix Fire in 2003 and subsequent floods and land slides. The road is closed to vehicles just west of Joe Elliot and on the west end at Cucamonga Canyon.
Latitude 34° 13′ 8.6376″ N
Longitude 117° 33′ 10.1880″ W
Located above the community of Rimforest, Bear Springs Road, north of State Highway 18. Excellent views of the San Bernardino Valley and high desert. Closed in Winter.
Latitude 34° 13′ 55.5312″ N
Longitude 117° 14′ 4.7688″ W
California Department of Fish and Game plants rainbow trout twice per month spring and early summer at Hwy 243 bridge and downstream at bridge near Camp Emerson. Rocky pools; forested area.
Directions: From Banning, on Hwy I-10; take Hwy 243 and go 25.5 miles through Idyllwild; stream crosses under highway just south of town.
Latitude 33° 42′ 50.6016″ N
Longitude 116° 45′ 59.8500″ W