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Baylis Park Picnic Area
Area Status: 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. Strawberry Peak Fire Lookout Tower is nearby. Site is accessible.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | As of 7/2/2024, no wood/charcoal fires or barbecues are allowed due to fire restrictions. Gas/Propane appliances are permitted with a valid CA Campfire permit. No ground fires or building of rock-fire-rings permitted anywhere on Southern CA Forests. |
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| Operational Hours: | Sunrise to Sunset |
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| Fees: |  A Recreation Pass is required, passed honored are the local Adventure Passes (Daily or Annual) and the America the Beautiful Interagency Passes. For more information, please visit our recreation pass page. |
| Restroom: | Available |
| Information Center: | Mountain Top Ranger District | Big Bear Discovery Center 40971 North Shore Drive, Highway 38 P.O. Box 69 Fawnskin, CA 92333 1-909-382-2790 Thursday thru Monday. (Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays) |