Dispersed

Keller Peak Yellow Post Sites

Dispersed camping — conditions change

Fire restrictions, road washouts, and seasonal closures are common on public lands. Confirm current rules with the managing agency (BLM/USFS field office) before traveling. Practice Leave No Trace.

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Dispersed Area USFS · USFS Dispersed Camping

What is dispersed camping?

Dispersed camping is primitive camping on public land outside of developed campgrounds. There are no facilities — no toilets (usually), no water, no trash service, no marked sites. You may camp anywhere within the area, usually for free, subject to the agency's rules below. Pack everything out, follow Leave No Trace, and check current conditions with the land manager before you go.

Dispersed camping permitted on this Forest Service unit subject to current Forest Orders, MVUM, and fire restrictions. Verify rules with the managing ranger district before any visit.

USFS Motor Vehicle Use Map required
You must use the Forest Service Motor Vehicle Use Map for this district to identify which roads allow camping. Off-MVUM driving and camping is illegal.

Managing agency: USFS · San Bernardino National Forest
Designation: USFS Dispersed Camping
Max stay: 14 days per location
Distance from water (LNT): 200+ ft

Facilities

✗No toilets — pack out human waste (WAG bag)
✗No water — bring all you'll need

Seasonal notes: As of 7/2/2024 wood and/or charcoal BBQ fires are not allowed due to Forest Order 05-12-00-24-06. Please see the Current Fire Restrictions section.NO CAMPFIRES ARE ALLOWED until campfire rings are re-installed.Pack out what you pack in and Leave No Trace!

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About

There are 9 individual Yellow Post sites. Each campsite will be available on a first-come-first-serve basis ONLY! Each site is limited to a maximum of 8 people and 2 vehicles ONLY, this sites have very limited space. Amenities include 1 picnic table and 1 fire ring per site. There are no restroom facilities or drinking water. Please Pack It In - Pack It Out & Leave No Trace!Camping Regulation due to Forest Order 05-12-52-20-06Camping for a period longer than 14 consecutive days within 300 feet of Keller Peak Road, including all Yellow Post Sit es. 36 CFR 261.58(a).Camping within a quarter mile of the locations listed in Exhibit A. 36 CFR 261.58(e).Having more than eight people in any Keller Peak Yellow Post Site. 36 CFR 261.58(f).Possessing, parking, or leaving more than two vehicles, except motorcycles or bicycles in any Keller Peak Yellow Post Site. 36 CFR 261.58(i).During winter, Keller Peak Road closes due to snow accumulation, but it is still possible to hike, snowshoe, or cross-country ski to these sites.These sites are near the Children's Forest Visitor Center, the Children's Forest Exploration Trail, and the Keller Peak Fire Lookout.Campfire permits are required for any type of fire use - campfires, charcoal BBQ`s, or gas stoves. Campfires and charcoal BBQ`s may not be allowed certain times of the year. Click here for current fire restriction information.Keller Peak Yellow Post Site Map