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Barton Flats Campground

San Bernardino National Forest, California

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As of October 2026, Barton Flats Campground is a campground in San Bernardino National Forest, California with 52 campsites. Barton Flats Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Barton Flats Campground is located at 34.1705° N, 116.8746° W.

people allowed on 44 of 52 sites: 8
people allowed on each of the 8 largest sites: 16

Barton Flats Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Changes allowed: 2 change(s) per reservation
Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive days
Maximum stay: 14 days
Reservations close: 1 day(s) prior to arrival

Published by Recreation.gov for Barton Flats Campground, read on September 28, 2026.

Campsites at Barton Flats Campground

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Standard 52
Accessible 7

What an RV fits

35 ft52 sites

Amenities

restrooms
showers
potable water
dump station

At a glance: Setting: Mountain · Access: Paved road.

Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, photography, horse riding.

All sites at Barton Flats Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the BARTON FLATS loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Access
001	Standard	8	35 ft	-
002	Standard	8	35 ft	-
003	Standard	8	35 ft	-
004	Standard	8	35 ft	-
005	Standard	8	35 ft	-
006	Standard	8	35 ft	-
007	Standard	16	35 ft	-
008	Standard	8	35 ft	-
009	Standard	16	35 ft	-
010	Standard	16	35 ft	-
011	Standard	8	35 ft	-
012	Standard	8	35 ft	-
013	Standard	8	35 ft	-
014	Standard	8	35 ft	-
015	Standard	8	35 ft	-
016	Standard	8	35 ft	-
017	Standard	8	35 ft	-
018	Standard	8	35 ft	-
019	Standard	8	35 ft	-
020	Standard	8	35 ft	-
021	Standard	8	35 ft	-
022	Standard	8	35 ft	-
023	Standard	8	35 ft	-
024	Standard	8	35 ft	-
025	Standard	8	35 ft	Accessible
026	Standard	8	35 ft	-

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Access
027	Standard	8	35 ft	-
028	Standard	8	35 ft	-
029	Standard	8	35 ft	-
030	Standard	8	35 ft	-
031	Standard	8	35 ft	-
032	Standard	8	35 ft	Accessible
033	Standard	8	35 ft	Accessible
034	Standard	8	35 ft	Accessible
035	Standard	8	35 ft	Accessible
036	Standard	8	35 ft	-
037	Standard	8	35 ft	-
038	Standard	8	35 ft	-
039	Standard	8	35 ft	-
040	Standard	8	35 ft	-
041	Standard	16	35 ft	-
042	Standard	16	35 ft	-
043	Standard	16	35 ft	-
044	Standard	16	35 ft	-
045	Standard	16	35 ft	-
046	Standard	8	35 ft	-
047	Standard	8	35 ft	-
048	Standard	8	35 ft	Accessible
049	Standard	8	35 ft	-
050	Standard	8	35 ft	Accessible
051	Standard	8	35 ft	-
052	Standard	8	35 ft	-

About Barton Flats Campground

Overview

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

Recreation

The campground provides access to the famed Santa Ana River Trail, which will someday run from the mountains to the seaside, providing spectacular views along the way. It is currently popular for hiking, biking and horseback riding.

The 2.5-mile Rio Monte Trail is also accessed from the campground and ends at the Rio Monte Panorama, which overlooks the deep gorge of the Santa Ana River Valley.

The Jenks Lake Trail begins at the Barton Flats Visitor Center on the Rio Monte Trail. It then follows Barton Road to an old logging road to Jenks Lake.

At nearby Jenks Lake visitors can enjoy fishing and non-motorized boating, including canoeing and kayaking.

The lake is stocked with rainbow trout and there are also some largemouth bass, bluegill, sunfish and catfish available. Fishing is also available in the nearby Santa Ana River.

Facilities

The campground offers dozens of single and double campsites, available for tent and RV camping. Some accessible sites are available as well. There are no hookups at the campground, however, the parking aprons are paved and a dump station is available.

Each site is equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Accessible flush toilets, showers and drinking water are provided. Firewood is sold at the campground.

Natural Features

Located 36 miles northeast of San Bernardino, this campground is nestled in the San Bernardino Mountains, just off the Rim of the World Scenic Byway. The level campsites are tucked among a variety of pine and oak trees, at an elevation of 6,360 feet.

Nearby Attractions

The Grayback Amphitheater on State Route 38 provides evening educational programs throughout the summer months.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (909) 866-8550.

Charges & Cancellations

Individual Campsites: A customer who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.

No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night’s recreation fee for a campsite or forfeit the entire day-use fee for a day-use facility.

Rules and notices at Barton Flats Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 28, 2026. Check Barton Flats Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Barton Flats is reservations Only, No First Come First Serve sites.

Bears frequent the area; carefully follow all food and garbage disposal regulations

Fee for use of dump station will be collected at the time of use.

In accordance with standard industry practices, Mountain Top Recreation will be assessing a $8 additional vehicle fee per night on the second vehicle in each single family campsite, and on the third and fourth vehicles in any double family campsite, provided these vehicles are not joined to the first vehicle by a hitch and towed onto the site. In the case of motorcycles, the first two are considered to be one vehicle and the third and fourth are also considered to be one vehicle. No additional vehicle fees are collected for bicycles. The fee will be collected at the campground if you did not pay for the Extra Vehicle Add On. Extra vehicles must fit on the parking spur at your site.

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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.

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

Check-in 2:00 pm and/or after. Late arrivals must occupy their reserved site no later than 4:00pm the following day. Check out time is at 12 noon.

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Barton Flats Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Barton Flats Campground?

Barton Flats Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 52 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Barton Flats Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Barton Flats Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Barton Flats Campground have?

Barton Flats Campground has 52 campsites.