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About Fern Basin
Number of accommodations: 15
Activities & Attractions
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Hiking
Year-round
Hiking
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Picnic Table
Restrooms
Fire Pit
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
- Restrooms
Cooking and Fire
- Picnic Table
- BBQ
- Fire Pit
On Site Services
- Fish Cleaning Station
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Reviews (173)
What Guests Are Saying
Fern Basin is a lovely, quiet campground located close to town, ideal for those seeking a peaceful retreat in a beautiful area with ample shade and large, secluded sites. While some facilities, such as running water and campfires, were lacking, the well-maintained vault toilets and friendly park rangers contributed to a positive experience. Visitors appreciated the clean environment and proximity to hiking trails, though they noted issues like mosquitoes and tight roads that may require caution while driving.
What Guests Are Saying
Fern Basin is a lovely, quiet campground located close to town, ideal for those seeking a peaceful retreat in a beautiful area with ample shade and large, secluded sites. While some facilities, such as running water and campfires, were lacking, the well-maintained vault toilets and friendly park rangers contributed to a positive experience. Visitors appreciated the clean environment and proximity to hiking trails, though they noted issues like mosquitoes and tight roads that may require caution while driving.
Review Summary
George M
VerifiedNovember 2, 2020 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: FERN
Very beautiful sites. No campfires during fire season and bring your own water. Nice hiking trail nearby.
George M
VerifiedNovember 2, 2020 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: FERN
Very beautiful sites. No campfires during fire season and bring your own water. Nice hiking trail nearby.
Clara G
VerifiedNovember 6, 2020 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: FERN
Was quiet and peaceful.
Clara G
VerifiedNovember 6, 2020 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: FERN
Was quiet and peaceful.
Madeline M
VerifiedDecember 28, 2020 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: FERN
Great campsite! Lots of space between campsite sites and you do not feel like you are on top of each other. Lots of hiking nearby as well and close to town.
Madeline M
VerifiedDecember 28, 2020 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: FERN
Great campsite! Lots of space between campsite sites and you do not feel like you are on top of each other. Lots of hiking nearby as well and close to town.
David L
VerifiedFebruary 2, 2021 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: FERN
Our campsites were exceptionally spacious and nicely separated from others. We reserved three sites for three separate households, but comfortably fit into just two. This small campground is nicely tucked away in a forested basin (hence the name) and is quite peaceful and well-maintained (though we did have to ask a large group to keep it down well past quiet hours). There are numerous trails within walking distance and Idyllwild is about a 15-minute drive away. We've already made reservations for this spring!
David L
VerifiedFebruary 2, 2021 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: FERN
Our campsites were exceptionally spacious and nicely separated from others. We reserved three sites for three separate households, but comfortably fit into just two. This small campground is nicely tucked away in a forested basin (hence the name) and is quite peaceful and well-maintained (though we did have to ask a large group to keep it down well past quiet hours). There are numerous trails within walking distance and Idyllwild is about a 15-minute drive away. We've already made reservations for this spring!
Karen B
VerifiedMay 25, 2021 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: FERN
Good location to hike to San Jacinto Peak. Some sites have a strange set up for parking. Not all sites are flat for tents. Very basic facility
Karen B
VerifiedMay 25, 2021 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: FERN
Good location to hike to San Jacinto Peak. Some sites have a strange set up for parking. Not all sites are flat for tents. Very basic facility
Location Fern Basin
Address:
P.O. Box 518
Idyllwild, CA, 92549
United States
From Idyllwild, travel north on State Route 243 about 4 miles. Turn right at the campground sign and continue to Forest Service Road 4S02. Turn left and proceed less than a mile to an intersection. Continue straight on the Forest Service Road and turn left into the campground.
Elevation: 1906 feet
7.1 mi drive to downtown Idyllwild (about 15 min)
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.
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Last updated: September 2, 2026
