Southfork campground
Southfork
Reservations are accepted at Southfork camping area, allowing campers to secure their preferred camping dates in advance. This is particularly helpful during peak seasons when the campground tends to be busy. It is advisable to make reservations well in advance to ensure availability.
The best time to visit Southfork camping area is during the spring and fall seasons when the weather is mild and pleasant. Summers can get hot, so it is important to come prepared with sufficient sunscreen, hats, and plenty of water. Additionally, be cautious of wildlife in the area, including snakes and bears. Proper food storage and trash disposal are essential to avoid attracting these animals.
In conclusion, Southfork camping area in California offers a range of amenities, accepts reservations, and is best visited during the spring and fall seasons. However, visitors should be cautious of wildlife and take necessary precautions to ensure a safe and enjoyable camping experience.
What's on-site at Southfork
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 Southfork, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southfork Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Sycamore Flats | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Sycamore Flat Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Sycamore Flat | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Big Rock | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Southfork -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Big Rock C Nr Valyermo Ca | 49 cfs | → |
| San Gabriel R Bl Santa Fe Dam Nr Baldwin Pk Ca | 60 cfs | → |
| Cajon C Bl Lone Pine C Nr Keenbrook Ca | 8 cfs | → |
| Lone Pine C Nr Keenbrook Ca | 1 cfs | → |
| Arroyo Seco Nr Pasadena Ca | 6 cfs | → |
| Lytle C Nr Fontana Ca | 47 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Southfork -- 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
- Pearblossom Park
- Everett Martin Park
- Avenue T Park
- Wilderness San Gabriel
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
- Sailors Bay
- Ultralight Alcove
- Liberty Point
- Model Plane Way
- Exit Check Station
Paddle runs
- Mainstream - Headwaters To Confluence With Cooper Canyon
- Mainstream - Confluence With Cooper Canyon To Confluence Wit South Fork 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)
- Cooper Canyon- Near State Highway 2 (Sw 1/4, Ne 1/4, Sec 16, T3n, R10w To Confluence With Little Rock Creek
- 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 South Fork Little Rock Creek To Little Rock Creek Reservoir
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 Southfork as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Southfork
Can I make reservations at Southfork?
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 Southfork?
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 Southfork.