Upper Mistletoe campground
Upper Mistletoe
The campground has 26 campsites available on a first-come-first-serve basis, and amenities include picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. There is no potable water on site, so visitors must bring their own or treat water from nearby sources.
An interesting fact about the area is that Mistletoe is a parasitic plant that grows on trees in the forest, giving the campground its name.
The best time of year to visit is during the summer months, with average temperatures ranging from 70-80°F during the day and dropping to the 40s at night. However, the campground is also open year-round for those interested in winter camping and snow activities.
Overall, Upper Mistletoe Camping Area is a great option for those looking to escape the city and enjoy the beauty of the San Bernardino National Forest.
What's on-site at Upper Mistletoe
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 Upper Mistletoe, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Round Valley Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Upper Chinquapin | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Red Tail | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Stellar's Jay | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Raven | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Upper Mistletoe -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Chino Cyn C Bl Tramway Nr Palm Springs Ca | · | → |
| Falls C Nr Whitewater Ca | 1 cfs | → |
| Snow C Nr White Water Ca | · | → |
| Tahquitz C Nr Palm Springs Ca | 2 cfs | → |
| Whitewater R A Windy Point Overflow Channel Ca | · | → |
| Whitewater R A Windy Point Main Channel Ca | 509 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Upper Mistletoe -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johnson Valley | 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
- Humber Park
- Mount San Jacinto State Park
- Lawler County Park
- National Wild And Scenic River North Fork San Jacinto, California
- Frances Stevens Park
- Baristo Park
Fishing spots
- Foster Lake
- Fuller Mill Creek
- Lake Fulmor Day Use Area
- Lake Fulmor
- Strawberry Creek
- Lake Hemet Day Use Area
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 Upper Mistletoe as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Upper Mistletoe
Can I make reservations at Upper Mistletoe?
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 Upper Mistletoe?
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 Upper Mistletoe.