Deer Spring campground
Deer Spring
Reservations are accepted at Deer Spring camping area, allowing campers to secure their spot in advance. This is particularly beneficial during peak seasons when the campground tends to be busy. It is recommended to make reservations well in advance to guarantee a spot, especially if planning to visit during weekends or holidays.
The best time of year to visit Deer Spring camping area is during the spring and fall seasons when the weather is cool and pleasant. Summers can be quite hot, so it is advisable to bring appropriate sun protection and stay hydrated. Additionally, campers should be cautious of wildlife in the area, particularly bears. Proper food storage and following bear safety guidelines are essential to ensure a safe and enjoyable camping experience.
Overall, Deer Spring camping area in California provides necessary amenities, accepts reservations, and offers an enjoyable camping experience. It is important to plan ahead, be mindful of the weather conditions, and take precautions to coexist with wildlife in the area.
What's on-site at Deer Spring
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Deer Spring, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deer Flat Group Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Crystal Lake Rec Area Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Crystal Lake Rec Area | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Little Jimmy Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Little Jimmy | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Deer Spring -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Big Rock C Nr Valyermo Ca | 54 cfs | → |
| San Gabriel R Bl Santa Fe Dam Nr Baldwin Pk Ca | 141 cfs | → |
| Arroyo Seco Nr Pasadena Ca | 6 cfs | → |
| Cajon C Bl Lone Pine C Nr Keenbrook Ca | 1 cfs | → |
| Lone Pine C Nr Keenbrook Ca | 1 cfs | → |
| San Antonio C A Riverside Dr Nr Chino Ca | · | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Deer Spring -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hesperia 1ene | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Lake Arrowhead 1.5 Se | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Devils Punchbowl Park
- Wilderness Pleasant View Ridge
- Wilderness San Gabriel
- Glendora Wilderness Park
- Pearblossom Park
- C Linder Equestrian Park
Fishing spots
- Mt Baldy Trout Pools
- Santa Fe Dam
- Puddingstone Reservoir
- Puddingstone Lake
- Peck Road Park Lake
- Cucamonga-Guasti Regional Park Lake
Points of interest
- Inspiration Point Loop--Lighting Ridge Nature Trl
- Chaparral Neighborhoods Native Plant Garden
- Summit Scenic Overlook
- Sailors Bay
- Ultralight Alcove
- Liberty Point
Paddle runs
- Mainstream - Headwaters To Confluence With Cooper Canyon
- North Fork - Confluence Of Soldier And Coldbrook Creeks (Se1/4,Sw1/4, Sec) 5, T2n,,R9w To Conflluence With West Fork Of San Gabriel (Sw 1/4,Sw1/4, Sec 17, T2n, R8w)
- Mainstream - Confluence With Cooper Canyon To Confluence Wit South Fork Little Rock Creek
- Cooper Canyon- Near State Highway 2 (Sw 1/4, Ne 1/4, Sec 16, T3n, R10w To Confluence With Little Rock Creek
- East Fork - Confluence Of Vincent Gulch And Prairie Fork (Nw 1/4, Sw 1/4 Sec 16 ) To Laurel Gulch (Nw 1/4, Sw 1/4, Sec 17, T2n, R8w)
- Laurel Gulch To Confluence With Mineo Canyon (Se 1/4, Sw 1/4, Sec 17, T2n, R8w)
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Deer Spring as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Deer Spring
Can I make reservations at Deer Spring?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Deer Spring?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Deer Spring.