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Environmental Camp campground

California, USA Lower Sacramento watershed 39.358°, -120.922°
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Environmental Camp -- California campground
Environmental Camp California · Lower Sacramento watershed
About this campground

Environmental Camp

Environmental Camp, located in California’s San Bernardino Mountains near Idyllwild, offers established, tent-only campsites in a peaceful, forested setting. Reservations are required via Recreation.gov, with a nightly fee. Amenities include pit toilets, potable water, picnic tables, and fire rings—no RV access or hookups. Nestled among pines at about 6,000 feet, it’s an ideal base for hiking the nearby Ernie Maxwell Scenic Trail or exploring Mount San Jacinto State Park. The vibe is rustic and quiet, perfect for nature lovers seeking solitude. Best visited May–October for pleasant weather and trail access. Permits may be required for nearby wilderness hikes.
StateCalifornia
WatershedLower Sacramento
Latitude39.3583°
Longitude-120.9224°
Amenities

What's on-site at Environmental Camp

Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.

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Reservations
First-come, first-served
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Toilets
Not listed
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Showers
Not listed
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Fire rings
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Detailed forecast

Plan your trip down to the hour

Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.

Hourly detail

Next 5 days, hour by hour

Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.

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Deep dive

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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Long-term outlook

15-day temperature & precipitation

Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.

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Nearby campgrounds

Other campgrounds in the area

Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Environmental Camp, with reservations status.

Campground Reservations Toilets View
South Yuba Primitive Camp
Malakoff Diggins State Park
Chute Hill Campground
South Yuba
Rock Creek Mill Site
Live water

Nearby streamflow

USGS streamgauges within reach of Environmental Camp -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.

Snowpack

Nearby snow depths

NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Environmental Camp -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.

SNOTEL station Snowpack 24h Snowfall View
Blue Canyon 21.0 in 3.0 in
Blue Canyon Alert 0.0 in 0.0 in
Grass Valley No. 2 0.0 in 0.0 in
Nohrsc Meadow Lk Snow Course 21.2 in 0.2 in
Soda Springs 1.5 Ssw 0.0 in 0.0 in
Nohrsc Css Lab 1.0 in 0.0 in

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 Environmental Camp as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.

FAQ

About Environmental Camp

Can I make reservations at Environmental Camp?

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 Environmental Camp?

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.

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Manage alerts in the Snoflo app

Custom push alerts are configured in the iOS app -- favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.

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