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Packs should stick with the Approved Campgrounds listed here: https://www.sdicscouting.org/camping/approved-cub-scout-campgrounds
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CrewRegionLocationDescriptionCost (subject to change, verify before booking)PhoneWebsite or emailSpecial Requests or Permits
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Cleveland National ForestEl Prado Group CampgroundxxxMt Laguna32.8897, -116.4539
Sunrise Hwy, Mt Laguna, CA 91948		Memorial Day to Columbus Day
5 different group sites; restrooms
30-50 people		$60/nt(619) 354-8776https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/231950
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Cleveland National ForestObservatory CampgroundxxxPalomar33.3427, -116.8763
Observatory Campground Co Hwy S6, State Park Rd #21485, Palomar Mountain, CA 92060		Opens April 1$15/nt; $5/nt extra vehicle760-788-0250https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233300
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Cleveland National ForestCibbets FlatxxMt Laguna32.7772, -116.4466
Fred Canyon Rd, Pine Valley, CA 91962		First come first served, no group sites
Access to PCT; very limited cell coverage		$14/ntNo phonehttps://www.fs.usda.gov/r05/cleveland/recreation/cibbets-flat-campground
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Cleveland National ForestKitchen Creek DispersedxxMt Laguna32.8328, -116.4501
Kitchen Creek Road, Mt Laguna, CA 91948		Dispersed camping; multiple sites along 3 miles of road.
Road does NOT connect to lower Kitchen Creek Rd where Cibbets Flat is, but it can be hiked (gates are permanently closed)		$0(619) 445-6235SM.FS.DescansoRD@usda.govWilderness permit required; allow 4 days for processing; each permit covers 15 ppl
https://www.fs.usda.gov/media/120827
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Cleveland National ForestBurnt RancheriaxxMt Laguna32.8605, -116.4172
Milepost 23, Sunrise Highway, Mt Laguna, CA 91948		April through October, pending snow conditions
1/2 of campground is first come first served sites; often theses are available		$35/nt(619) 354-8776https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232278
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Cleveland National ForestLagunaxxMt Laguna32.8881, -116.4483
Milepost 26, Sunrise Hwy, Mt Laguna, CA 91948		Open year round (including snow)$35/nt(619) 354-8776https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232279
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Cleveland National ForestWooded Hill GroupxxMt Laguna32.8525, -116.4305
Wooded Hill Rd, County Rte S1, Mt Laguna, CA 91948		Groups can include trailers or RVs
Memorial Day to Labor Day
110 people max		$110/nt; book at least 3 days in advance1-877-444-6777
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Cleveland National ForestAtáxam Mámta’ash (People's Flat formerly Indian Flats)xxWarner Springs33.3496, -116.6609
7 miles up Lost Valley Road from Hwy 79, (turn north after Warner Springs Gliderport)		No water; PCT access
August through March
Vehicles 15 ft max		First come first served
$12 per night; $5 for extra vehicle		No phone
https://www.fs.usda.gov/r05/cleveland/recreation/ataxam-mamtaash-campground
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Cleveland National ForestHorse Thief CanyonxxDescanso32.7468, -116.6682
Off Lyons Valley Rd, 1.6mi south of Japatul Rd		3.5 mi Espinosa Trail and Pine Valley Loop backpacking trail
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/espinosa-trail-and-pine-valley-creek-loop?sh=y8elje&utm_medium=trail_share&utm_source=alltrails_virality		$0No phoneSM.FS.DescansoRD@usda.govWilderness permit required; allow 4 days for processing; each permit covers 15 ppl
https://www.fs.usda.gov/media/120827
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EscondidoDixon LakexxxEscondido1700 La Honda Dr, Escondido, CA 920278 people per site
No wood fires		$30 per tent site per nt, 2 vehicle max
Call for group reservations		Group Reservations
760-839-4045
M-F 7-4		https://www.camplife.com/campground/Dixon+Lake+Recreation+Area
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MilitaryMidwayxxxSan Diego Bay910 N. Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 9210110 person minimum to book$110 per person; $10-20 per vehicle parking619-398-8213https://www.midway.org/visit/activities/overnight-adventure
youthprograms@midway.org
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MilitaryFiddler's Cove MarinaxxCoronado Bayside3205 CALIFORNIA 75, SAN DIEGO CA 921182 sites available, 8 ppl per siteInquire619-522-8680 Opt 1
https://sandiego.navylifesw.com/programs/54dd7e10-9221-4a0e-a6e8-10f495dc1434
Will need a military-affiliated adult to reserve
Reserve 2-3 months out
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MilitaryAssault Craft Unit FIVExxxCamp Pendleton
Donald Cook Rd, Camp Pendleton North, CA 92055
Inquire619.405.2905 (Safety/Facilities/Public Affairs Officer)Will need a military-affiliated adult to reserve
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MilitarySan Onofre BeachxxCamp PendletonBLDG 51811, Camp Pendleton, CAInquire; depends on rank and season, approx $52-80/nt(888) 409-7829https://pendleton.usmc-mccs.org/lodging/beach-cottages/san-onofre-beachWill need a military-affiliated adult to reserve
Reserve 2-3 months out
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MilitaryLake O'NeillxxxCamp PendletonBLDG 26080, Camp Pendleton, CAInquire; depends on rank and season, approx $44-60/nt(888) 409-7829https://pendleton.usmc-mccs.org/lodging/campgrounds-rvs/lake-oneillWill need a military-affiliated adult to reserve
Reserve 2-3 months out
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National ParkJumbo RocksxxJoshua Tree33.992222° N, -116.0625° W
Inside Joshua Tree National Park		6 ppl and 2 veh per site$30/nt plus $30/veh760-367-5554
https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/272300
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National ParkIndian CovexxJoshua Tree34.120000° N, 116.155833° W
Inside Joshua Tree National Park		no access to main park except through hiking trails$35/nt760-367-5554
https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232472
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OtherSea WorldMission Bay500 Sea World Dr., San Diego, CA 9210925 person minimum for private sleepover events, can share with other Scouting America groups$4,475 for up to 25 people, and the 26th person is free. Each additional person is $179https://seaworld.com/san-diego/educational-programs/sleepovers/
SWCADVCP@SeaWorld.com
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OtherSan Diego ZooBalboa2920 Zoo Dr, San Diego, CA 92101Specific dates offered$155 per person PLUS ZOO ADMISSION619-718-3000https://sdzsafaripark.org/safaris/roar-snore-school-nights
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OtherFleet Science CenterBalboa1875 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101100+ people requiredInquirehttps://www.fleetscience.org/sleepovers
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PrivateSubeam LakexxxEl Centro1716 Sunbeam Lake Drive, El Centro, CA 92243Pools(800) 900-7154http://sunbeamlake.com/
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PrivateLake CuyamacaxxxCuyamaca15027 Highway 79, Julian, CA 92036two tents per site$40/nt(760) 765-0515https://www.lakecuyamaca.org/campingWill waive $5 fishing fee with 2 hours of service projects
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PrivateIndian HillsxxxJamul15763 Lyons Valley Rd. Jamul, CA 91935group site up to 200 people;
lots of daytime activities available with an Adventure Pass		$45/nt plus $44/person entrance fee619.669.6498
https://indianhillscamp.regfox.com/weekend-camping-at-indian-hills
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PrivateCamp Wildwood RanchxxxRamona14488 Mussey Grade Rd, Ramona, CA 92065LDS-owned campground. Call for bookings760-788-3310campwildwoodranch@ldsmail.net
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PrivateLake JenningsxxxLakeside10108 Bass Road, Lakeside, CA 92040$50/nt for tent site
$175/nt for "supersite" group site, 12 ppl		619-390-1623
https://lakejennings.org/see-and-do/camping/
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PrivateSantee LakesxxxSantee9310 Fanita Parkway, Santee, CA 92071Mostly RV or cabins; 2 night minimum
15 tent sites, call when reserving; 6ppl and 1 tent per site		$60-100/nt RV
$137-250/nt cabin		619-596-3141https://www.camplife.com/1019/reservation/step1
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PrivateKQ RanchxxJulian449 K.Q. Ranch Rd., Julian, CA 92036Private RV/campground with lots of amenitiesInquire877-943-1102https://www.kqranchresort.com/
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San Diego CountyWilliam HeisexxxJulian4945 Heise Park Road, Julian, CA 92036Two large group sites; must call to reserve$30/nt tent sites or $150 group site; plus $8 reservation fee(858) 565-3600https://reservations.sdparks.org/reservation/camping/
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San Diego CountyOakoasisxxxLakeside12620 Wildcat Canyon Road, Lakeside, CA 92040Only available to groups
Covered kitchen and dining area		Inquire(858) 565-3600https://reservations.sdparks.org/reservation/camping/Call and tell ranger you are a scouting unit to get 50% off. Have to call, not email
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San Diego CountyAgua CalientexxxAnza Borrego39555 Great Southern Overland Stage Route of 1849, Julian*, CA 92036
*located at the base of the mountain, west of Anza-Borrego State Park		Open Labor Day to Memorial Day; Pools
No cell signal; group site max 50 ppl		$30/nt tent sites or $150 group site; plus $8 reservation fee(858) 565-3600https://reservations.sdparks.org/reservation/camping/
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San Diego CountyLake MorenaxxxCampo2550 Lake Morena Drive, Campo, CA 91906Large group site 50ppl; must call to reserve$30/nt tent sites or $150 group site; plus $8 reservation fee(858) 565-3600https://reservations.sdparks.org/reservation/camping/
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San Diego CountyDos PicosxxxRamona17953 Dos Picos Park Road, Ramona, CA 92065Large group site 50ppl; must call to reserve$30/nt tent sites or $150 group site; plus $8 reservation fee(858) 565-3600https://reservations.sdparks.org/reservation/camping/
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San Diego CountyGuajomexxxOceanside3000 Guajome Lake Road, Oceanside, CA 92057RV hookup sites only$40/nt RV sites plus $8 reservation fee(858) 565-3600https://reservations.sdparks.org/reservation/camping/
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San Diego CountyPotreroxxxCampo24800 Potrero Park Drive, Potrero, CA 91963Large group site 50ppl; must call to reserve$30/nt tent sites plus $8 reservation fee(858) 565-3600https://reservations.sdparks.org/reservation/camping/
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San Diego CountySweetwater SummitxxxOtay3218 Summit Meadow Road, Bonita, CA 91902Sweetwater bike park is nearby$30/nt tent sites plus $8 reservation fee(858) 565-3600https://reservations.sdparks.org/reservation/camping/
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San Diego CountyVallecitoxxxAnza Borrego
37349 Great Southern Overland Stage Route of 1849, Julian, CA 92036
Close to Agua Caliente, can purchase day use for pools at Agua
Large group site 50ppl; must call to reserve		$30/nt tent sites or $150 group site; plus $8 reservation fee(858) 565-3600https://reservations.sdparks.org/reservation/camping/
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San Diego CountyLouis StelzerxxxLakeside11470 Wildcat Canyon Road, Lakeside, CA 92040Group site only, has to be booked on phone 877-565-3600https://www.sdparks.org/content/sdparks/en/park-pages/LouisStelzer.html
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SD CitySD Youth Aquatic Center (CFI)xxxMission Bay1750 Fiesta Island Rd, San Diego, CA 92109Minimum 5 youth, camping permit through the city of SD required; Max ratio of 1 adult to 5 youth
250 campers in 25 campsite clusters		619-235-1169https://www.sandiego.gov/sites/default/files/prfiestaislandyouthcamprulesandregulations.pdfFacility and Park Use Permit through SD Parks and Rec
https://www.sandiego.gov/park-and-recreation/parks/permits
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SD CityKumeyaay Lake CampgroundxxxMission Trails
2 Father Junipero Serra Trail, San Diego, CA 92119
Friday and Saturday nights only; 6 ppl per site$22.78/nt619-668-2748https://mtrp.org/campground/
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SDI CouncilMataguayxxxSanta YsabelMataguay Rd, Santa Ysabel, CA 92070, USAAny size group, plus additional facilities available619-298-6121sdiccamp@scouting.org
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SDI CouncilBashorxxxOtay2270 Wueste Rd, Chula Vista, CA 91915619-298-6121sdiccamp@scouting.org
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SDI CouncilBalboaxxxBalboa1207 Upas St, San Diego, CA 92103300 campers over 10 campsites619-298-6121sdiccamp@scouting.org
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State ParkCedar Grove Group CampxxxPalomar33.3398, -116.9108Near Doane Valley Campground; 3 group sites$130/nt up to 15 ppl per site(760) 742-3462
https://reservecalifornia.com/Web/#!park/687/600
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State ParkGreen ValleyxxxCuyamaca11842 CA-79, Descanso, CA 91916Reservations April 1 to November 30$40 per night up to 8 people and 1 veh per site; extra vehicles $10 per nt760-765-3020https://reservecalifornia.com/Web/#!park/7/365
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State ParkPaso PicachoxxxCuyamaca13652 CA-79, Julian, CA 92036Reservation April 1 to November 30.  First come, first serve December 1 to March 31$40 per night up to 8 people and 1 veh per site; extra vehicles $10 per nt760-765-3020https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=667
https://reservecalifornia.com
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State ParkPaso Picacho GroupxxxCuyamaca13652 CA-79, Julian, CA 92036Reservations April 1 to November 30$250 per night up to 50 ppl and 10 veh760-765-3020https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=667
https://reservecalifornia.com
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State ParkBorrego Palm CanyonxxxBorrego Springs200 Palm Canyon Dr, Borrego Springs, CA 92004Reservations open October through May; otherwise first come first served$35 per night per site; extra vehicles $10/nt760-767-5311https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=638
https://reservecalifornia.com
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State ParkBorrego Palm Canyon Group CampxxxBorrego Springs200 Palm Canyon Dr, Borrego Springs, CA 92004Reservations open October through May$125 per night up to 25 people and 6 vehicles per site (5 sites available)(760) 767-5311https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=638
https://reservecalifornia.com
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State ParkSilver Strand State BeachxxxCoronado Baeachside5000 CA-75, Coronado, CA 92118RV sites only$65/nt(619) 435-5184https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=654
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State ParkSilver Strand Group SitesxxxCoronado Bayside5000 CA-75, Coronado, CA 92118Group sites on bay side; reservable only by email 45 days ahead
Additional parking fees per vehicle apply
Have to park at Silver Strand SB and carry/wagon all gear under tunnel to bay side; gates lock 9pm-7am		Inquiresd.specialevents@parks.ca.gov
https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=26888
https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=29608
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State ParkArroyo Seco Primitive CampxxCuyamaca32.9208, -116.5992
Trailhead from Green Valley day use
11842 CA-79, Descanso, CA 91916		Primitive campsite reachable from trailhead at Green Valley day use.
First Come First Served, no reservations
Vault toilets. No water or trash (pack in and out)
9-16 people and 3 vehicles
Additional people or smaller groups can take 1 of 3 family camps up to 8 people each		$40 per night 9-16 people and 3 vehicles, add'l vehicles $10/nt
$5 per person per nt and 2 vehicles up to 8 people
Can combine these		760-765-3020 for ranger station info
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State ParkGranite Springs Backcountry CampxxCuyamaca32.9042, -116.5317
Trailhead from Green Valley day use
11842 CA-79, Descanso, CA 91916		Primitive campsite reachable from trailhead at Green Valley day use.
First Come First Served, no reservations
Vault toilets. No water or trash (pack in and out)
9-16 people and 3 vehicles
Additional people or smaller groups can take 1 of 3 family camps up to 8 people each		$40 per night 9-16 people and 3 vehicles, add'l vehicles $10/nt
$5 per person per nt and 2 vehicles up to 8 people
Can combine these		760-765-3020 for ranger station info
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State ParkWindcavesxxOcotillo Wells32.9910, -116.1126
Trailhead from Fish Creek Wash, off of Split Mountain Road		Dispersed camping/backpacking
No toilets. No water or trash (pack in and out)
0.5 mi trail in from parking area
HIGH CLEARANCE / 4WD VEHICLES REQUIRED
Road conditions: https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=30308 (under "Fish Creek to Wind Caves Trail")		$0(760) 767-4205 park info
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State ParkFish Creek Primitive CampgroundxxOcotillo Wells32.0239, -116.1099
0.5mi down Fish Creek Wash, off of Split Mountain Road		Primitive Campsite, vault toilets, no water
First come first served, no reservations
Road conditions: https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=30308 (under "Fish Creek to Wind Caves Trail")		$20/nt per site; extra vehicles $10/nt(760) 767-4205 park info
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State ParkYaqui Well Primitive CampgroundxxBorrego Springs33.1376, -116.3853
Hwy 78 at Yaqui Pass Rd		Primitive Campsite, no toilets, no water
First come first served, no reservations
Road conditions: https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=30308 (under "Yaqui Well")		$0760-767-4037
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State ParkIdyllwild CampgroundxxMt San Jacinto33.7478, -116.7145
Hwy 243, Idyllwild		Open year round; Located near Idyllwild town shops$25/nt(951) 659-2607https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=636
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State ParkStone Creek CampgroundxxMt San Jacinto33.7859, -116.7479
Hwy 243, Idyllwild		Open Spring-Fall$25/nt(951) 659-2607https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=636
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Vista Water DistrictEagle RockxxWarner Springs31049 CA-79, Warner Springs, CA 92086PCT segment; 6.5 mi round trip, 990 ft climb
https://hikingguy.com/hiking-trails/hiking-san-diego/eagle-rock-hike-on-the-pct-san-diego/		$0
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CIECCamp EmersonxxxIdyllwild53155 Idyllbrook Drive, Idyllwild, CACalifornia Inland Empire Council's Camp Emerson offers a wide array of activities to engage in.Variable, Inquire about your dates(909) 793-2463https://iescouts.org/camps/camp-emerson/
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Greater Los Angeles CouncilCabrillo Beach Youth CenterxxxSan Pedro3000 Shoshonean Rd, San Pedro, CA 90731At the Cabrillo Beach Youth Center, we blend hands-on learning with exciting outdoor adventures and fun activities.$20/pp/nt(310) 831-1984https://cabrillobeachyouthcenter.org/
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Greater Los Angeles CouncilFirestonexxxBrea33.9409801, -117.8481079
19001 Tonner Canyon Rd, Brea, California 9282		This camp is located just east of State Route 57 in Tonner Canyon between Diamond Bar and Brea, California. $24/pp/nt(714) 257-9624https://greaterlascouting.org/firestone-scout-reservation/
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Greater Los Angeles CouncilTraskxxxMonrovia34.1784068, -117.9793102
1100 N Canyon Blvd, Monrovia, California 91016		Nestled just moments away from the urban hustle and bustle, Trask Scout Reservation beckons you to experience nature’s tranquility.$35/pp/nt(626) 818-2849https://greaterlascouting.org/camps/camp-trask/
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Long Beach Area CouncilCamp TahquitzxxxBig Bear41700 State Hwy 38At 6,500 feet elevation, the camp offers clean air and an agreeable climate amid rolling green meadows, thick forests of cedars, oaks, and pines.$12/pp/nt(562) 427-0911https://www.longbeachbsa.org/aboutus/tahquitz/
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Orange County CouncilIrvine Ranch Outdoor Education CenterxxxIrvine2 Irvine Park Road, Orange, CA 92869Multiple scouting programs and activities including merit badges, Cub Scout resident camp, tent camping, and Nova Awards.$199-499/nt(714) 923-3191https://www.outdooreducationcenter.org/
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Orange County CouncilOso LakexxxRancho Santa Margarita21131 Los Alisos Blvd, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688Experience the beauty of nature with overnight camping.$12/pp/nt(714) 923-3191https://www.osolake.org/
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San Bernardino National ForestApplewhite CampgroundxxCajon Pass34° 15' 35.5392" N, 117° 29' 35.9808" W
Lytle Creek Rd, Lytle Creek		The campground offers dozens of single-family campsites, available mostly for tent camping. $20/nt(909) 866-8550https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10158400
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San Bernardino National ForestArrastre - Deer Springs PCT Trail CampxxDeer Springs34.2145, -116.741144
1 mile north of Forest Service Road 2N01		This site is in a wooded canyon and contains two picnic tables and one fire ring. There are no restrooms. There is seasonal, non-potable water on site.$0(909) 382-2790https://www.fs.usda.gov/r05/sanbernardino/recreation/arrastre-deer-springs-pct-trail-camp-hike-only
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San Bernardino National ForestCouncil Group CampgroundxxAngelus Oaks34° 10' 17.5548", N 116° 52' 55.7256" W
State Highway 38 Barton Flats Rd, Angelus Oaks		The site can accommodate up to 50 people and 13 vehicles.$243(909) 382-2790https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232031
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San Bernardino National ForestCrab FlatsxxLake Arrowhead34.26361111, -117.0852778
Green Valley Road, Lake Arrowhead		Crab Flats has 28 sites. 23 sites are reservable, 5 are first-come service.$27/nt(909) 382-2790https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232386
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San Bernardino National ForestDogwood Family CampgroundxxSan Bernardino34.23472222, -117.2122222
CA-189/Lakes Edge Road, Lake Arrowhead		The campground offers dozens of single-family campsites, available mostly for tent camping$40 - Single Site (8ppl)/nt
$73 - Double Site (16ppl)/nt		(909) 382-2790https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232037
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San Bernardino National ForestFisherman's Group CampgroundxxLake Arrowhead34.24666667, -117.1094444
Forest Road 3N16, Lake Arrowhead		This campground is Hike In only. Fisherman's Group Campground is a semi-primitive campground reached by a 2.5-mile hike into the mountains.$10/nt(909) 382-2790https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233993
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San Bernardino National ForestGreen ValleyxxGreen Valley34.244804, -117.063226
Green Valley Lake Road, Arrowbear		The campground is situated in a forest of pine, fir and cedar trees, mixed with open spaces filled shrubbery and grassy meadows. $56/nt(909) 382-2790https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232054
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San Bernardino National ForestJuniper SpringsxxAngelus Oaks34° 13' 11.2872" N, 116° 43' 0.6492" W
Forest Route 2N64Y, Angelus Oaks		This group campground accommodates a maximum of 40 people and 8 vehicles. Vehicles with a high clearance is recommended. It is not recommended for trailers.$149/nt(909) 382-2790https://www.fs.usda.gov/r05/sanbernardino/recreation/juniper-springs-group-campground
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San Bernardino National ForestPineknot CampgroundxxBig BearHighway 18, Summit Boulevard, Big BearThe campground sits at the base of Snow Summit Ski Resort at an elevation of 6,900 feet.$34/nt(909) 382-2790https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232286
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