View from Shady Cove Group Campground
View from Shady Cove Group Campground.
Shady Cove Trail
SHADY COVE GROUP CAMPGROUND
Shady Cove scenery

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Fire Pit Fire Pit
Sewer Hookup Sewer Hookup

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

3 total sites

Tent Sites

3 sites

About Shady Cove Group Campground

Shady Cove Group Campground is a beautiful place to camp within the Children's National Forest. It provides access to numerous trails and a lookout tower, with a climbing area nearby. The Children's Forest was burned in a devastating wildfire and was rebuilt with the help of area children.

Number of accommodations: 3

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Hiking

Hiking

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly Pet friendly
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Fire Pit Fire Pit
Sewer Hookup Sewer Hookup
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Sewer Hookup
Site Setup and Access

Site Setup and Access

  • ADA Accessible
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
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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3 Sites Available

Site
Price
⛺ A, Loop: AREA SHADY COVE GROUP CAMPGROUND Tent
Paved · Campfire · Full shade
⛺ B, Loop: AREA SHADY COVE GROUP CAMPGROUND Tent
Paved · Campfire · Full shade
⛺ C, Loop: AREA SHADY COVE GROUP CAMPGROUND Tent
Paved · Campfire · Full shade

Reviews (23)

What Guests Are Saying

Shady Cove Group Campground offers a beautiful and secluded environment, making it ideal for large groups. Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the facilities, including well-maintained restrooms and ample space for tents and parking. While there were some noise issues from neighboring campers and fire restrictions in place, overall visitors had a great experience and look forward to returning.

Review Summary

4.2
23 reviews
5
65.2%
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4
13.0%
3
3
4.3%
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8.7%
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1
8.7%
2

Quy D

Verified

January 19, 2022 • Stayed at: C, Loop: AREA SHADY COVE GROUP CAMPGROUND

5

Love it, best for big family camping, there are many trails, trees, rocks, hiking, biking... in beautify nature.

Hans S

Verified

October 8, 2021 • Stayed at: A, Loop: AREA SHADY COVE GROUP CAMPGROUND

5

This is one of the more beautiful group camping area in Southern California: Ease of access, vistas, and overall cleanliness.

Hans S

Verified

October 8, 2021 • Stayed at: A, Loop: AREA SHADY COVE GROUP CAMPGROUND

5

This is one of the more beautiful group camping area in Southern California: Ease of access, vistas, and overall cleanliness.

Location & Directions for Shady Cove Group Campground

P.O. Box 290, Fawnskin, CA 92333 United States

Elevation: 2,231 ft

Getting There

From Running Springs, drive approximately one mile on Highway 18 to the Deerlick Ranger Station/Children's National Forest Visitor Center. Turn right on Keller Peak Road and continue about five miles. Follow signs to the campground.

Nearest town

Fawnskin, CA - 19 mi

About 38 min to downtown

Highway access

The campground is accessible via Highway 18, approximately one mile from Running Springs. Keller Peak Road leads to the campground from Highway 18.

Policies & Rules

General

  • Click here for more information on the San Bernardino National Forest
  • This facility is operated by Mountaintop Recreation and your comments are appreciated; comment forms are available from campground hosts or on Vista Recreation website.
  • Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed. Water also may not be available. For current fire or water conditions, contact the Big Bear Ranger Station at 909-382-2790.
  • 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 16, 2026

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