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Easy
Elevation
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142 m
Distance
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6.1 km
Duration
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1.5-2h
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Dogwood Campground Loop Trail

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The Dogwood Campground Loop Trail is a laidback hiking route in the San Bernardino National Forest that will take you on an easy-going route with gradual elevation changes. While out hiking the trail, you will make your way through the undulating terrain and relax in the peaceful forest setting, as you work your way around the grounds of the Dogwood Campground. This hike is great when paired with a fun weekend of camping outdoors.

Route Description for Dogwood Campground Loop Trail

Hiking the Dogwood Campground Loop Trail is a laid back experience, but there is still some rugged woodland terrain that you will encounter. Make sure that you are wearing comfortable hiking shoes for this adventure. Additionally, navigation along this route can be tricky at times. Although you are never too far from the campground, feel free to bring a GPS if you are hoping to stay on the correct path.

Whether you plan on spending a few days camping in the area or are simply after a quick and easy hike through the forest, the Dogwood Campground Loop Trail is a great adventure to set out on. The peaceful forest setting is perfectly squirted for families or individuals looking to take in the natural beauty of the woodland landscape.

Setting out from the trailhead, you will head east along Dogwood Campground Road for about 61 m and turn left to enter into the dense cover of the forest. Here, you will head north and take in the natural beauty of the woodland landscape on a route that runs parallel to the road.

As you walk along an elevated position on the hillside, the trail will begin to turn to the northeast and come close to the edge of Dogwood Canyon Road. Here, the trail will turn sharply back to the southwest and climb slightly uphill through the forest to reach the boundary of the Dogwood Campground.

Do not follow the road back through the campground, instead, continue along the forested path as it leads northeast, before turning to the south to skirt around the edge of the campground. After roughly 0.7 km through the tree cover, the trail will turn west and meet up with Dogwood Campground Road. Heading left along the road, you will follow it as it winds through the campground over the next 1.2 km to arrive back at the trailhead where you began your adventure along the Dogwood Campground Loop Trail.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are dogs allowed in Dogwood Campground?

Yes dogs are permitted in Dogwood campground, although they must be kept on a leash.

What lake is near Dogwood Campground?

Dogwood Campground is situated near Lake Gregory and the Lake Arrowhead Reservoir.

Insider Hints for Dogwood Campground Loop Trail

  • Wear comfortable hiking shoes.
  • Keep your dog on a leash at all times.
  • Pair this hike with a fun weekend of camping in the area.

Getting to the Dogwood Campground Loop Trail Trailhead

The starting point for the Dogwood Campground Loop Trail can be found at the junction between Dogwood Campground Road and the Rim of the World Highway.

Route Information

  • Backcountry Campground:

    Dogwood Campground

  • When to do:

    Year-Round

  • Pets allowed:

    Yes - On Leash

  • Family friendly:

    Yes

  • Route Signage:

    Average

  • Crowd Levels:

    Moderate

  • Route Type:

    Lollipop

Dogwood Campground Loop Trail Elevation Graph

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