Things will slowly start to get back to normal. While many things are still closed and/or operating on a limited basis due to COVID-19, the San Bernardino National Forest has made an announcement in regards to opening several area campgrounds. Please be sure to educate yourself on the new rules and regulations so that we can continue to operate, socialize and get-away safely.
It is still important for all of us to remember that the virus is still out there. Our goal with closing facilities and recreations was to flatten the curve as to not overwhelm the hospitals. Social distancing, staying home when sick, frequent hand-washing, wearing of masks, and recommendations by the CDC should still be followed for your safety and the safety of others. I believe that we can enjoy ourselves while being safe and considerate to others.
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San Bernardino National Forest recreation update
The San Bernardino National Forest has made the decision to open the following developed recreation sites beginning May 22, 2020:
• Barton Flats Campground
• Big Pine Flat Family Campground
• Crab Flats Family Campground
• Dogwood Family Campground
• Green Valley Family Campground
• Hanna Flat Family Campground
• Heart Bar Family Campground
• Holcomb Valley Campground
• Jenks Lake Day Use Area
• North Shore Campground
• Pineknot Family Campground
• San Gorgonio Family Campground
• Serrano Campground
• South Fork Family Campground
• Wildhorse Equestrian Campground
(Notes: 1. Reservations can be made through recreation.gov except for Big Pine Family, Holcomb Valley and South Fork, which are first-come, first-serve only. 2. Double sites at campgrounds are limited to 10 people maximum during this time. 3. Shower facilities, which are located at Barton Flats, Dogwood, San Gorgonio, Serrano and Wildhorse campgrounds, are not available at this time.)
Whenever possible, please recreate locally. Visitors should practice self-sufficiency when visiting national forests and come prepared with all the essentials needed for a day trip, including food, emergency supplies, and the ability to pack-out trash. Remember to recreate responsibly by keeping the following in mind:
• Maintaining at least six feet distancing from others
• Do not gather in groups and please follow the latest guidance from officials
• Communicate with others as you pass. Alert trail users of your presence and step aside to let others pass
• Pack out your trash and leave with everything you bring in and use.
Some services may not be available, so please plan accordingly.
For more information, please visit the San Bernardino National Forest website at www.fs.usda.gov/sbnf Facebook www.facebook.com/SanBernardinoNF and Twitter www.twitter.com/SanBernardinoNF.
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