Scenic Drives
The San Bernardino National Forest has two spectacular drives that are part of the National Scenic Byway System. Both routes contain diverse and remarkable landscapes with spectacular views. Watch for interpretive panels along the way.
Remember to check on road conditions before your trip. You can check this Cal Trans Road Conditions Website and we also recommend calling the closest Ranger Station to your destination. This is especially important during the winter months because the higher elevations of the forest get snow and roads can be icy or may even be closed. Tire chains may be required in the winter due to changing road conditions.
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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…
Big Bear Lake Recreation Area
Includes: National Forest recreation activities in the Big Bear lake, Holcomb Valley, Lone Valley and Bighorn Mountains Wilderness
Cahuilla Tewanet Scenic Overlook
Site Open
A nature trail and scenic overlook into the Santa Rosa Mountain range, located on State Highway 74 near Pinyon Flats, approximately ten miles south of Palm Desert.A roadside stop and destination for…
Coachella Valley Vista Point
Site Open
Vista Point is about five miles up Hwy 74 as it snakes its way out of the Coachella Valley south of Palm Desert and into the Santa Rosa Mountains. Offers great views of Bighorn Country Club, and…
Indian Vista Scenic Overlook
Site Open
This scenic viewpoint is on Highway 243, 9.5 miles northwest of Idyllwild. Watch for songbirds in the chaparral and oak trees and red-tailed hawks and ravens soaring above. In the warmer months a…
Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail
The Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail is a 1,210-mile historic route from Nogales, Arizona to San Francisco, California. The trail commemorates the story of the 1775-1776 Spanish…
Lake Arrowhead - Green Valley Lake Recreation Area
Includes: Lake Arrowhead, Lake Silverwood, Crestline, Running Springs, Green Valley Lake and Keller Peak recreational activities
Lake Silverwood Scenic Overlook
Site Open
Located on State Highway 138 east of State Highway 173 (part of the Rim of the World Scenic Byway). This new paved overlook (built 2008) offers view of Lake Silverwood State Recreation Area and Pilot…
Lakeview Point Scenic Overlook
Site Open
Located just above 7,100 feet on State Highway 18 east of the Snow Valley ski area. This scenic overlook offers motorists their first view of Big Bear Lake. Butler Peak Fire Lookout is visible on the…
Mountain Home Village Scenic Overlook
Located on State Highway 38 just east of the community of Mountain Home Village, this overlook offers views to the east of the San Gorgonio Wilderness and Sand to Snow National Monument. The view to…