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During the inception of national forest reserves in the late 1800s, the San Bernardino National Forest was recognized as one of the premier forests for recreation, and a top destination for people to escape their urban lives for a peaceful retreat in the mountains.

Now, with hundreds of miles of nationally recognized hiking trails, seven designated Wildernesses, 42 campgrounds, four winter recreation resorts, seven wild and scenic rivers, the two tallest mountains in Southern California, and one of the best destinations for off-highway vehicle riding, there is more than a lifetime of activities to do on the San Bernardino National Forest. Which adventure will you choose next?

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Chaparral Neighborhoods Native Plant Garden Trail

Site Open
Outdoor Science and Learning
This native plant garden is located at the Cajon Ranger Station in Lytle Creek. It is open all year. Paved path is accessible. Features interpretive signs in English and Spanish. Wildflowers bloom in…

Clark's Ranch Yellow Post Site

Site Temporarily Closed
This single remote camp site offers an isolated scenic location ideal for tent and car camping or a relaxing picnic far from the crowds. This site is within a short driving distance of the Santa Ana…

Cleghorn Creek

Site Open
Hunting, Fishing and Shooting
A seasonal, low gradient tributary to Silverwood Lake. Rainbow trout may be planted by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. Their fish planting schedule is available online.Directions:…

Cleghorn Ridge OHV Road 2N47

Site Open
Off Highway Vehicles (OHV) Biking Outdoor Science and Learning
15.2 mile Green Sticker Route open to all OHV vehicles. This route runs from the Cleghorn off-ramp on Interstate 15 in Cajon Pass over Cleghorn ridge to end at State Highway 138. Expansive views of…

Coachella Valley Vista Point

Site Open
Outdoor Science and Learning Scenic Drives
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…

Coldwater Canyon Yellow Post Sites

Site Open
These three remote camping sites offer isolated scenic locations ideal for tent and car camping or a relaxing picnic far from the crowds. Other than a pit for campfires, these sites do NOT contain…

Coon Creek Cabin Group Campground

Site Temporarily Closed
Outdoor Science and Learning
This group campground is located in a pine forest within the Sand to Snow National Monument. The camping area can accommodate a maximum of 25 persons and 10 vehicles. There are 3 historic cabins on…

Coon Creek Snowmobile Route 1N02

Site Closed
Winter Sports
Riding is permitted on Forest Road 1N02 Off State Highway 38 above Barton Flats / Angelus Oaks, with a free visitor permit. Obtain a permit at Mill Creek Visitor Center or Big Bear Discovery Center. 

Coon Creek Yellow Post Sites

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These 19 yellow post sites are individual camping sites. Each campsite is available on a first-come-first-serve basis. No reservations.Campfire permits are required for any type of fire use -…

Council Group Campground

Site Temporarily Closed
Located on the north side of Highway 38 between the Barton Flats Visitor Center and Barton Flats Family Campground (off of Camp Arbolado Road) accommodates up to 50 people and 10 vehicles.The camp…