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CAMPING CALIFORNIA

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April 16, 2024

The Thumb Camping Area is located in the San Bernardino National Forest, California. This campsite is situated on the southern shore of Big Bear Lake and offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and lake. Nearby points of interest include the Big Bear Solar Observatory, the Big Bear Discovery Center, and the Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain. The campground amenities include vault toilets, fire rings, and picnic tables. The Thumb Camping Area operates on a first-come-first-serve basis, and there are 25 campsites available.

An interesting fact about the Thumb Camping Area is that it is named after the unique rock formation that resembles a thumb on the lake's shoreline. The best time to visit is during the summer months between June and August when the average temperatures range from 70°F to 80°F. However, visitors can also enjoy the fall foliage during September and October when the temperatures range from 50°F to 70°F.

Overall, the Thumb Camping Area is an excellent spot for anyone looking to immerse themselves in nature while enjoying a breathtaking view of the lake and surrounding mountains.




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Fishing Destinations

                                                       

Lake Sonoma

Apache Trout Black Crappie Blue Catfish Kelp Bass

Bodega Harbor

Atlantic Salmon California Halibut Pacific Cod

Lake Mendocino

Apache Trout Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Rainbow Trout
                                                                                                                       
                                               

Rafting & Kayaking

HULLS CREEK
Lower Eel Watershed, California
RATTLESNAKE CREEK
South Fork Eel Watershed, California
CEDAR CREEK TRIB
South Fork Eel Watershed, California
CEDAR CREEK
South Fork Eel Watershed, California
EAST BRANCH SOUTH FORK EEL
South Fork Eel Watershed, California
ROAD 24N01 CROSSING AT THE "SLAB" TO NF BOUNDARY
Upper Elder-Upper Thomes Watershed, California
SHELL ROCK CREEK TRIB
Lower Eel Watershed, California
BELL SPRINGS CREEK TRIB
Lower Eel Watershed, California
NORTH FORK CEDAR CREEK
South Fork Eel Watershed, California
SHELL ROCK CREEK
South Fork Eel Watershed, California

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