Mountain Home Flat campground
Mountain Home Flat
The best time to visit this camping area is during the spring and fall months when the weather is mild and temperatures are comfortable. Summers can get hot, so campers should come prepared with plenty of water and sunscreen.
Mountain Home Flat is located in the San Bernardino National Forest, providing campers with a beautiful and serene environment surrounded by scenic views. The campground is also close to various hiking trails, offering opportunities for outdoor adventures. Visitors should be cautious of wildlife such as bears and always practice proper food storage to avoid attracting them. Additionally, it is essential to follow all fire regulations and guidelines to prevent wildfires in the area. Overall, Mountain Home Flat offers a peaceful camping experience with basic amenities, making it an ideal destination for nature lovers seeking a rustic getaway in California.
What's on-site at Mountain Home Flat
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 Mountain Home Flat, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbine Springs | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Limber Pine Bench | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Alger Creek Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Trail Fork | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Seven Oaks Mountain Resort | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Mountain Home Flat -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Sar Supp Gage Nr Mentone Ca | 30 cfs | → |
| Santa Ana R Nr Mentone (River Only) Ca | 23 cfs | → |
| Plunge C Nr East Highlands Ca | 2 cfs | → |
| City C Nr Highland Ca | 3 cfs | → |
| Sand Canyon C Nr Highland Ca | 1 cfs | → |
| E Twin C Nr Arrowhead Springs Ca | 1 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Mountain Home Flat -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Arrowhead 1.5 Se | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Hesperia 1ene | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Johnson Valley | 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
- Flag Hill Park
- Yucaipa Regional Park
- Arrowbear Park Ball Field
- Grout Bay Park
- Meadows Edge Park
- Dana Point Park
Fishing spots
- Mill Creek
- Yucaipa Park Lake
- Santa Ana River
- Santa Ana River - South Fork
- Arrowbear Lake
- Big Bear Lake
Points of interest
- Mountain Home Village Scenic Overlook
- Heaps Peak Arboretum Day Use Area
- Red Rock Scenic Overlook
- Lake Silverwood Scenic Overlook
- Indian Vista Scenic Overlook
- Fuller Mill Creek - National Wild & Scenic River
Paddle runs
- Big Meadows To Filaree Flat
- Filaree Flat To Confluence With Bear Creek
- Big Bear Dam To Private Land In Sec 19, T1n, R1w
- Bluff Lake To Confluence With Bear Creek
- South Fork Meadows To San Gorgonia Wilderness Boundary
- South Fork Headwaters To San Gorgonio Wilderness Boundary/Sf Diversion Dam
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 Mountain Home Flat as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Mountain Home Flat
Can I make reservations at Mountain Home Flat?
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 Mountain Home Flat?
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 Mountain Home Flat.