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Applewhite Campground (CA)
FSU.S. Forest Service — California · San Bernardino National Forest
| Agency | FSU.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Area | San Bernardino National Forest |
| Location | California · San Bernardino National Forest · 34.25987, -117.49333 · Map |
| Sites | 42 public sites counted from the federal listing — 42 standard nonelectric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 0 of 42 sites Water hookups at 0 of 42 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 42 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 42 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Longest reported site fits 15 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 0 sites · 30 ft: 0 sites · 35 ft: 0 sites · 40 ft: 0 sites |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Not reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground. |
| Check-in / out | In 2:00 PM · Out 12:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 44 sites, as reported |
| Phone | 909-382-2716 |
Check availability & book on Recreation.gov →
This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-09-01.
From the official listing
Overview 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. There is a $5 charge for an additional vehicle which must be paid on site.
Recreation Ample opportunities for short, day hikes in the Lytle Creek area as well as OHV opportunities in the nearby Cajon Pass area. Flowing waters of Lytle Creek nearby offer a relaxing place to enjoy the cool waters.
Facilities The campground offers dozens of single-family campsites, available mostly for tent camping. Some sites can accommodate RV/camper camping without water or electric hookups. The parking aprons are paved, but can be quite narrow.
Each site is equipped with a table and campfire ring with grill. Accessible flush toilets and water spigots are provided.
CHECK-IN TIME IS 2:00 PM. CHECK-OUT TIME IS 12:00 PM.
There is a Maximum of eight (8) people and two (2) vehicles allowed per campsite.
Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM.
Natural Features Across the road from the campground is Lytle Creek, which offers a cooling place to relax and recreate.
Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (909) 866-8550.
Directions, from the listing
Continue 3 miles past the Lytle Creek Ranger Station. Campground is on the right with Upper Loop campsites on the left and Lower Loop Campsites on the right.
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Trip Card — Applewhite Campground (CA)
California · San Bernardino National Forest
| Agency | FS · U.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Location | California · San Bernardino National Forest |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | None reported |
| Max RV | Up to 15 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 42 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10158400 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.