Picnicking

Picnic areas on the San Bernardino National Forest are varied. Many are accessible to persons with disabilities, some have drinking water on site, and some have fishing nearby. Use picnic sites, and other day use areas only between the hours of 6 a.m. and 10 p.m. During winter months some locations may be inaccessible due to snow or closed, check with the local Ranger Station for updated conditions.

Wood and charcoal fires may be permitted in developed picnic areas within agency provided fire rings and grills - check current fire restrictions before you go!

Buy it where you burn it! Be aware that firewood can harbor insects and diseases that threaten California's valuable forest resources. Transporting firewood can move these pests to new locations.

• FAQ: Firewood Pests

Please do not feed wild animals or leave your trash where they can get it.

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Applewhite Picnic Area

Site Open

This is a large family-friendly picnic area located in the community of Lytle Creek, which can accommodate up to 184 vehicles. Once filled, this site will close on busy summer weekends.There are…

Aspen Glen Picnic Area

Site Open

Aspen Glen Picnic Area is a day use area only. There is a community fire ring, picnic tables and barbeques. You can access the Pineknot Trailhead at the picnic area.A view of the Aspen Glen Picnic…

Barton Flats - San Gorgonio Recreation Area

Includes National Forest recreational activities along State Highway 38 in Mountain Home Village, Forest Falls, Angelus Oaks, Barton Flats, Seven Oaks, San Gorgonio Wilderness and the Sand to Snow…

Baylis Park Picnic Area

Site Open

Baylis Park was named after Dr. John Baylis, who was instrumental in getting the Rim of the World Highway built (Highway 18). Baylis is a popular stop for visitors traveling up into the mountains.…

Big Bear Lake Recreation Area

Includes: National Forest recreation activities in the Big Bear lake, Holcomb Valley, Lone Valley and Bighorn Mountains Wilderness

Crest Park Picnic Area

Site Open

Strawberry Peak Fire Lookout Tower is nearby. This is a nice setting, with the highway junction to Lake Arrowhead adjacent, great for mountain visitors headed for Lake Arrowhead to stop and enjoy the…

Falls Picnic Area

Site Open

Falls Picnic Area is located in a pine/cedar forest just above the community of Forest Falls.  Forest Falls is one of the key gateways to the Sand to Snow National Monument and home to the original…

Fuller Mill Creek Picnic Area

Site Open

Plenty of shade, nice beautiful area on a hot day. Note: Fuller Mill Creek is closed to public access within 10 feet of the creek by Forest Order to protect the mountain yellow-legged frog, between…

Grout Bay Picnic Area

Site Closed

Grout Bay Picnic Area is located on the scenic north shore of Big Bear Lake. The Grays Peak trailhead is across the highway from the picnic area. The picnic area is closed during nesting…

Humber Park Trailhead Parking

Site Open

Two trails start at this site: Devils Slide Trail 3E05 and Ernie Maxwell Scenic Trail 3E07. Both trails enter the San Jacinto Wilderness area and bicycles are not allowed. Paved parking and vault…