BIG BEAR LAKE, CALIFORNIA, USA -- This mountain resort, just 2 hours from Los Angeles, has a lot to offer campers and RVers including fishing, boating and assorted water sports, awesome hiking, and world class mountain biking, lots of off road opportunities, and much more, set amid some of Southern California's most gorgeous scenery. Whether you're tenting or RVing, you'll find some great places to stay.

Camping in the San Bernardino National Forest

Developed campgrounds have various services and facilities. Most open in May and close in October or November. Some are open all year. The National Recreation Reservation Service handles reservations for most campgrounds. Some are first-come, first-served, and others reserve through the ranger station. Be sure to book early for holidays and weekends. Reservations may be made up to 240 days in advance. Campground prices and seasonal dates are subject to change. Holiday weekends fees may be higher. There may be a charge for extra vehicles.

Family campgrounds generally have vault or flush toilets, fire rings and/or stoves, tables, and parking spaces. Drinking water and showers are available in certain locations.

For more campground information, please visit www.fs.fed.us/r5/sanbernardino.

The Big Bear Discovery Center also has camping information at www.bigbeardiscoverycenter.com/camping.html. The Discovery Center is also a great place to get general maps and information. Find the facility on North Shore Drive, Highway 38 in Big Bear Lake. Visit their website at www.bigbeardiscoverycenter.com or call 909.382.2790 for more details.

Holloways Marina and Campground

Holloway's Marina and RV Park offers boat rentals, boat slips and a well amnitied lakeside RV park. Find them at 398 Edgemoor Rd. in Big Bear Lake. Call 909-866-5706 or click to www.BigBearBoating.com.

For more information about Big Bear in general, to book accommodations, or to request a Visitors Guide, visit the Big Bear Resort Association's website at www.bigbear.com or call 1-800-4-BIG-BEAR.

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