Council Camp picnic tables & fire pit
Picnic Tables at Council Camp
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Council Camp picnic tables under the shade

Featured amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
River Access River Access
Fire Pit Fire Pit

About Council

The Council Group Campground is a great place to enjoy a large outdoor gathering with just about everything the San Bernardino National Forest has to offer. Its location provides a great place for visitors to relax, take in the fresh mountain air and enjoy the beautiful scenery. In addition to a nearby lake and river access, a variety hiking, biking and horseback riding trails can be accessed from the campground.

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Hiking

Hiking

Year-round
Horseback Riding

Horseback Riding

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
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Currently open - Apr 3 to Oct 24

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
River Access River Access
Fire Pit Fire Pit
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
  • Restrooms
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
  • BBQ
  • Fire Pit
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • Fish Cleaning Station
Water Access

Water Access

  • Lake Access
  • River Access
Missing information?

1, Loop: COUN

⛺ Tent
  • Paved
  • Pet Friendly
  • Campfire

Site Details

Up to 50 guests
Shade
Surface: Paved
Driveway entry: Back-In
Campfire
Pet Friendly
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Reviews (12)

Review Summary

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Walter G

Verified

September 24, 2023 • Stayed at: 1, Loop: COUN

5

Our group's second time in this campground & glad to see 5 bear boxes (none before). Vaulted toilet was kept clean. Water spigot was flimsy tho' & leaked water the next day. Hiked the trail to Jenks Lake & it was awesome. We love this campground & plan to come back next year.

Walter G

Verified

September 24, 2023 • Stayed at: 1, Loop: COUN

5

Our group's second time in this campground & glad to see 5 bear boxes (none before). Vaulted toilet was kept clean. Water spigot was flimsy tho' & leaked water the next day. Hiked the trail to Jenks Lake & it was awesome. We love this campground & plan to come back next year.

Location & Directions for Council

Hwy 38 Barton Flats Rd, Angelus Oaks, CA 92305 United States

Elevation: 1,923 ft

Getting There

Take I-10 East to Redlands. Take the University Street exit, EXIT 80. Turn left (northbound) on University Street. Turn right onto E. Lugonia Avenue/SR-38. Continue on State Highway 38 for approximately 17 mi to the campground entrance.

Nearest town

Angelus Oaks, CA - 7.6 mi

About 11 min to downtown

Policies & Rules

Cancellation policy

  • Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
  • Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
  • Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
    • Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
  • Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
  • Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
  • Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.

Wildlife & food storage

  • Be cautious of bears in the area and follow food storage rules.

Fees & deposits

  • An $8 fee applies for extra vehicles in campsites based on the number of vehicles.

General

  • Click here for more information on the San Bernardino National Forest

Fires & fuel

  • Purchase firewood locally and burn it on-site to protect forests.
  • Fire restrictions may apply during hot and dry weather, banning campfires and charcoal fires.

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Last updated: October 18, 2026

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