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Thomas Mountain & Toolbox Springs Yellow Post Site

in San Bernardino National Forest

Reported open. Checked 2026-08-05.

The numbers that decide it

Recreation.gov publishes no site-level detail for this campground, so we cannot say what length of rig it takes. Call the managing office before committing to it in a large vehicle.

Site-level RV detail confirmed against Recreation.gov. Where a field says "not published," the agency has not published it — it does not mean zero.

Recreation.gov

Checked 2026-08-05

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Official Forest Service page

Thomas Mountain & Toolbox Springs Yellow Post Site

There are 10 Yellow Post sites in the Thomas Mountain area, and Toolbox Spring area has 6 remote camping sites. They offer isolated scenic locations ideal for tent and car camping or a relaxing picnic. Other than a metal pit for campfires, these sites do NOT contain the amenities found at developed campgrounds. There is no water, no restrooms nearby, and no trash containers. Please pack it in - pack it out! Campfire permits are required for any type of fire use - campfires, charcoal BBQ’s, or stoves. Campfires may not be allowed certain times of the year. These Yellow Post Sites are reached via Forest Road 6S13 (dirt). Please call the Idyllwild Ranger Station for road conditions, current fire restriction, and other information 1-909-382-2921 .

Before you go

Reservations

First-come, first-served

Fees

No Fee Required.

Restrictions

8 persons maximum. 2 vehicles maximum. • Avoid parking on grasses and vegetation at all times. • Yellow post campsites have a 14 day camping limit. Pack out what you pack in and Leave No Trace!

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