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Yellow Post Camping / Back Roads Camping near Big Bear & Idyllwild CA

If you prefer to stay out of the developed campgrounds, you will be the minority. SoCal camping doesnt mean crowds. Seek your seclusion on the dirt back roads, where there are no fees, minimal noises & a private site waiting just for you. But be warned, you may need a high clearance vehicle (SUV, truck or 4×4) to reach these premium spots.

In the San Bernardino National Forest there are several back woods ‘fire safe’ camping spots, that are noted with a single yellow metal post & some may require reservations in busy summer months. Extra caution should be used when winds are high, camp fires are often banned due to high fire danger. Check with local rangers for up to date conditions.

No restrooms, no water, no facilities. Just a dirt road, a fire ring & a single picnic table. Hopefully your table will not be shot up, by the local rednecks who ‘get off’ doing stupid stuff like this. Pick up any litter & leave the place better than your found it.

These backroad camps are perfect for the 4×4 group, stressed out social club, church group, or the city SUVer who wants to get away from the crowds. No good map of these spots exist, even with the agencies.A Forest Service Map is highly advised for these areas. There are rugged dirt roads that lead to some of these spots. A passenger car is sometimes not suitable.

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