Warning
GeneralA bear or multiple bears have been spotted in the area. Please be aware at all times, and visit our agency website for bear safety tips and more information.
Warning
GeneralA bear or multiple bears have been spotted in the area. Please be aware at all times, and visit our agency website for bear safety tips and more information.
About Boulder Basin
Number of accommodations: 16
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2026 Season availability
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Reviews (38)
What Guests Are Saying
Boulder Basin Campground is praised for its beautiful, remote setting, well-maintained facilities, and ample space between campsites, making it ideal for families and nature lovers. Many enjoy the scenic hikes and peaceful ambiance among the trees and granite boulders. However, some visitors have encountered issues with site reservations and challenging access roads, which may deter those with lower-clearance vehicles. Overall, the campground offers a solid getaway experience for those prepared for its remote nature.
What Guests Are Saying
Boulder Basin Campground is praised for its beautiful, remote setting, well-maintained facilities, and ample space between campsites, making it ideal for families and nature lovers. Many enjoy the scenic hikes and peaceful ambiance among the trees and granite boulders. However, some visitors have encountered issues with site reservations and challenging access roads, which may deter those with lower-clearance vehicles. Overall, the campground offers a solid getaway experience for those prepared for its remote nature.
Review Summary
Neal P
VerifiedAugust 29, 2021 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: BOUL
The bathrooms were unbearable. The smell made some of our scouts sick and vomit. However, the scenery, the location, and the camping were outstanding. We enjoyed bouldering and hiking around the camp.
James W
VerifiedAugust 27, 2021 • Stayed at: 030, Loop: BOUL
The campground was quite well maintained.
Stayed midweek, I believe there were only 2 other sites in use during this time.
Only suggestions I could make is for the park to look into more rapid breakdown methods for the restroom waste.
Camping approximately 200’ away the odor was still quite strong and could easily take your breath away if you had to use the restroom.
Ian G
VerifiedJuly 7, 2021 • Stayed at: 032, Loop: BOUL
So quiet, so beautiful.
Barbara A
VerifiedJuly 6, 2021 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: BOUL
Quiet and beautiful site. Truck trail to site needs grading.
Dylan M
VerifiedJune 27, 2021 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: BOUL
Beautiful campsites near Black mountain summit. Cell phone service is spotty at best, no running water, and the bathrooms are pretty gnarly. The road to get there was easy enough for me on an adventure motorcycle ;)
Shannon B
VerifiedJune 13, 2021 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: BOUL
This campsite should have a big red disclaimer so “omg I got a site” campers don’t book it without fair warning. This site is 30+ minutes up a winding bumpy dirt road 40+ minutes from town. So I though we’ll It’s beautiful so who cares cause there will be no one there I can stare at a tree in peace and be happy… oh no little did I know it’s a bouldering mecha! There were people walking around with crash pads everywhere and some douche had a drone for most of Saturday (there goes my nap) if I wanted to see that many people I would stay at a KOA. Also all the noise from the upper sites conveniently echos down to the lower sites so we could hear everything!!! Unless you want to Boulder I would avoid this site.
Carlin C
VerifiedJune 8, 2021 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: BOUL
*The Restrooms were Nasty and Toxic!
But I loved the campsite!
Emily d
VerifiedJune 2, 2021 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: BOUL
The campground was very nice with great climbing access. The road was barely passable in my 2WD SUV, but with 4WD and enough clearance you’ll be fine.
Location Boulder Basin
Address:
Po Box 518
Idyllwild, CA, 92549
United States
Latitude & Longitude: 33.8264 / -116.754
Elevation: 2282 feet
Policies & Rules
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Fire Restrictions are in effect, check in with the San Jacinto Ranger District by calling (909) 382-2921 to confirm. Wood and charcoal fires are NOT permitted. Cooking stoves or fireplaces using gas, jellied petroleum, or pressurized liquid fuel are still allowed. |
| General |
Water is not provided at this campground. Potable (tested monthly) water may be available from a natural spring along Black Mountain road. Bring your own containers. |
| General |
Sites may be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Camping fees of $10.00 / night and $5.00 / night / extra vehicle is due within 30 minutes of arrival at the campground. |
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Basic camping fee ($10.00) covers the first vehicle. Extra vehicle fee of $5.00 / night / vehicle should be deposited into the fee tube located at the entrance to the campground within 30 minutes of arrival. |
| General |
Click here for more information on the San Bernardino National Forest |
| General |
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. |
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralA bear or multiple bears have been spotted in the area. Please be aware at all times, and visit our agency website for bear safety tips and more information.
Warning
GeneralA bear or multiple bears have been spotted in the area. Please be aware at all times, and visit our agency website for bear safety tips and more information.
