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Welcome to the San Bernardino National Forest
San Bernardino National Forest
From the arid deserts to the tallest alpine mountains in Southern California, our forest is recognized as a top destination for people escaping the urban grind for a peaceful retreat in nature.
Fall Fire Hire
We’re hiring a highly skilled workforce in wildfire suppression and fuels management. Fire and aviation management positions in: dispatch, engine crews, hand crews, helitack, interagency hotshot crews, dozer, airtanker base & prevention. Apply by Sept. 29.
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Impact of Tropical Storm Hilary
Personnel of the San Bernardino National Forest are conducting surveys and assessments of damage to sites and areas on the forest due to Tropical Storm Hilary’s landfall, Aug. 20-21. The storm dropped large amounts of rain on all three districts of the forest resulting in damage to roads, recreation sites, facilities and permitted areas.
Fire Restrictions
As of 9/17/2023 the San Bernardino NF has implemented elevated fire restrictions. With these restrictions, recreational shooting is temporarily prohibited and campfires are limited to specific areas listed in Exhibit A of current forest order. Please check our Current Fire Restrictions for the official forest order.
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Fire Restrictions
Effective June 29, 2023 the Fire Danger Rating will be increased to High
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Road Closures
Please make sure the forest roads you're planning on exploring are indeed open before you go on your next adventure.
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Outdoor Safety
The beauty and peacefulness of the forest may make you feel carefree, but you must remain vigilant for potentially dangerous situations.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Some of the questions people ask the most are answered here, or links are provided to more detailed information.
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Digital Passes For Adventure Pass Fee Sites Now Available
The San Bernardino National Forest is now offering digital passes for recreation fee sites! Purchase a day use digital pass prior to your visit or onsite at one of our fee locations (cell coverage dependent).
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Explore Where to Go!
Explore Where to Go by area on the San Bernardino National Forest.
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Researching visitation dynamics in Southern California national forests
The Forest Service wants to find out what motivates visitors to go to these forests. What barriers do people of color and those from lower socio-economic backgrounds face to visiting forests? How do people respond when their chosen site or activity is unavailable? And how are visitors getting information about forests, particularly important safety updates?
Recent News
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Participate in National Public Lands Day activities on the San Bernardino National Forest
Release Date: Sep 20, 2023
Features
San Bernardino National Forest conducts one of its largest prescribed fires
Fire personnel from the San Bernardino National Forest and partner agencies have completed major activities on the Thomas Mountain Prescribed Fire in an area measuring 2,500 acres within the San Jacinto Ranger District of the forest. The operation began June 15 and is part of the Wildfire Crisis Strategy by the USDA Forest Service to mitigate the effects of wildfires in identified landscapes, including forests in Southern California.
San Bernardino National Forest partners with agencies to accomplish objectives
Personnel from the San Bernardino National Forest met with representatives from several agencies to view and discuss projects at several locations on the forest, July 6. Representatives came from: Inland Empire Resources Conservation District, Southern California Mountains Foundation, Urban Conservation Corps of the Inland Empire, California Department of Conservation, San Bernardino Valley Municipal Water District, National Forest Foundation, Southern California Montane Forests Project, and the forest.
Spotlights
National Public Lands Day events to be held on San Bernardino National Forest
Join us as we celebrate National Public Lands Day with volunteers at three events, Sept. 23. This year’s theme is “NPLD: 30 Years of Care and Community.”
Partners clear a path through the forest
No chainsaws here; just crosscut saws, wedges and pure grit. Those were the tools for a recent crosscutting project in the San Jacinto Wilderness, where motorized equipment is not permitted.
Managing Wildfires
Successfully managing wildfires is a year-round job that requires action before they start, while they are burning, and after they are out.
Every Kid Outdoors Program and Pass
We are proud to help launch the Every Kid Outdoors program, as part of President Obama’s commitment to ensure that every American has the opportunity to visit and enjoy public lands.