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Recreation

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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Carbine Flat Spur A OHV Road 3N59A
Off-Highway Vehicles (OHV)
This road travels 4.8 miles from the junction with Carbine Flat OHV Road 3N59 along the northern forest boundary terminating onto a BLM road. The road continues west on the BLM to Deep Creek Road in…

Castle Rock Trail 1W03
Hiking Outdoor Science and Learning
Although it's not a long hike, the elevation gain is 500 feet, making it a steep climb by any standards. From here its 0.5 of mile of a steep trail then it levels out for another 0.5 of a mile of…

Cedar (Laws) Trail 3E16
Hiking Horse Riding and Camping
This is a connector trail within the wilderness. This trail is one mile long and runs from the junction with the Carumba Trail 3E04 to the junction with the Willow Creek Trail 3E02. This trail is in…

Cedar Springs Trail 4EI7
Hiking
This is a moderate hike, beginning at 5760 ft. The trail connects with the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT), along the Desert Divide, south of Palm View Peak at an elevation of 6400 ft. To Cedar Spring,…

Champion Lodgepole Trail 1W11
Hiking
The Champion Lodgepole Pine Trail is located on the south side of Big Bear Lake. It is a pleasant 30-to-45-minute walk through a lush forest to Bluff Meadows and one of the largest Lodgepole Pine…

Chaparral Neighborhood Trail 6W03
Hiking Outdoor Science and Learning
This trail can be easily walked in 15 minutes; you may want to take longer however to enjoy its features and setting.The trail weaves through a pine plantation planted in the 1960's, native chaparral…

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…

Clara Burgess Trail
Hiking Horse Riding and Camping
Clara Burgess Trail – 2.2 miles, elevation change of 1,339 feet, strenuous.This trail is the only route to the summit of Murray Hill, the prominent conical peak just south of Palm Springs, best…

Clark's Ranch / Siberia Creek Trail 1W10
Hiking
Clark's Ranch / Siberia Creek Trail explores 4 miles of difficult terrain. The trail rises above a bluff toward Bear Creek and Snow Valley. Elevation change is 600 feet. Maps and more detailed…

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…
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