Fishermans Group Campground with trees.
Fishermans Group Campground with trees.

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Sites & Rates

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4 total sites

Tent Sites

4 sites

About Fishermans Group

This campground is Hike In only. Fisherman's Group Campground is a semi-primitive campground reached by a 2.5-mile hike into the mountains of southern California. The dirt road and walk to the sites are well worth the effort once you reach the campground, which is nestled in a scenic forest on the banks of Deep Creek.

Number of accommodations: 4

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Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

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Currently open - Apr 22 to Nov 20

Campground Amenities

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Rates, Sites & Availability

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4 Sites Available

Site
Price
⛺ 001, Loop: AREA FISHERMANS GROUP Tent
Full shade
⛺ 002, Loop: AREA FISHERMANS GROUP Tent
Full shade
⛺ 003, Loop: AREA FISHERMANS GROUP Tent
Full shade
⛺ 004, Loop: AREA FISHERMANS GROUP Tent
Full shade

Reviews (13)

What Guests Are Saying

Fisherman's Camp Group Site offers a beautiful forest setting and abundant wildlife, making it a potentially enjoyable destination for nature lovers. However, significant maintenance issues exist, including an absence of a bear box, inadequate restroom facilities, and overgrown trails that require bushwhacking. Visitors should come prepared for self-sufficiency and be aware of the area's wildlife, particularly rattlesnakes.

Review Summary

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Elizabeth Y

Verified

May 26, 2026 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: AREA FISHERMANS GROUP

4

Lots of shade and the road/OHV noise did not reach out there. Saw some dirt bike tracks but no one came while we were there. There were bathrooms but no TP and trash receptacles (but try to pack out). Lots of ants in site 1 and 4. Water level was great. Trail to the sites were narrow due to the brush overgrowth but passable. The thorny bushes poked a few holes as we tried to pass. Saw very small fish in the stream.

Karla k

Verified

June 15, 2026 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: AREA FISHERMANS GROUP

2

Fisherman Camp Group Site used to be one of my favorite backpacking destinations. The location is beautiful, but unfortunately, maintenance appears to have been forgotten.
Let's start with the advertised bear box. There wasn't one. Our food storage solution ended up being half of a bear-resistant trash can. The other half was completely full of trash. If you're planning a trip here, be prepared to pack it in and pack it out, because there may not be any room in the trash receptacles.
The "comfort station" was anything but comfortable. The right-side pit toilet was completely full and came with a complimentary wasp nest. Both sides were filled with leaves and debris, and it looked like a fallen tree branch had damaged part of the fence. Our group unanimously decided that nature's facilities were a better option.
The campground itself was covered with leaf litter, dried invasive cheatgrass, and other debris, creating what appeared to be unnecessarily fire-prone conditions. Smokey Bear wants us to prevent wildfires, not camp in fuel loads waiting for a spark.
Wildlife was abundant. During our visit we encountered:
• 2 rattlesnakes
• 2 gopher snakes
• 2 Garter snakes
This area is prime snake habitat, so watch where you step, sit, and place your hands.
The site still has tremendous potential and remains in a beautiful forest setting, but the lack of maintenance is disappointing. Visitors should come prepared to be self-sufficient, practice Leave No Trace ethics, and maintain a healthy respect for rattlesnakes.
Would I return? Probably. But next time I'll bring extra trash bags, snake awareness, and very low expectations for the "comfort station."

Juhl C

Verified

July 12, 2026 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: AREA FISHERMANS GROUP

1

The google map link is wrong and the hike is way over 2.5 mi. You have to go through green valley. To crab camp to park then walk through the stream.

Location & Directions for Fishermans Group

Po Box 290, Fawnskin, CA 92333 United States

Elevation: 1,573 ft

Getting There

From Highway 18, turn north on Green Valley Lake Road and travel 3 mi. Turn left on Forest Route 3N16 (a dirt road) and continue for about 5 mi. Park in the designated parking area just beyond the turn to Tent Peg Group Campground and walk 2.5 mi ...

Nearest town

Fawnskin, CA - 31 mi

About over 1 hr (68 min) to downtown

Highway access

Fisherman's Group is accessible from Highway 18, which is approximately 3 miles away via Green Valley Lake Road.

Policies & Rules

General

  • Bears frequent the area; use appropriate containers for food and garbage
  • Drinking water is not provided at the campground
  • Reservation confirmation must be displayed on vehicle windshield during stay
  • Click here for more information on the San Bernardino National Forest
  • Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov.

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Last updated: October 18, 2026

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