About this campground
Cactus Flat OHV Staging Area is off of Highway 18, north of Big Bear and south of Lucerne Valley. Look for Forest Road 3N03 and go southeast, following the signs to the staging area. There is a vault toilet and a couple of picnic tables at the staging area along with ample parking and informational signs.
Getting there
Start from Highway 18 (east of Big Bear City). Turn south on Forest Road 3N03. Turn right on Forest Road 3N07Y. Proceed 1/4 mile to the staging area.
Activities
- OFF HIGHWAY VEHICLE
Nearby federal campgrounds
- Smarts Ranch OHV Road 3N03San Bernardino National Forest0 mi
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- Arrastre Creek OHV Road 2N02San Bernardino National Forest5 mi
- Big Bear Snow PlaySan Bernardino National Forest5 mi
- Big Bear Valley Sportsman's Club - Shooting RangeSan Bernardino National Forest5 mi
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