San Bernardino National Forest – The Mountains on the Doorstep
San Bernardino’s greatest scenic asset rises directly behind it. Within a relatively short drive you can trade freeways and palms for mountain roads, pine forest, hiking trails and cooler air in San Bernardino National Forest. That contrast is one of the reasons I would keep a car for a San Bernardino visit. Do not underestimate […]
Glen Helen Regional Park – An Easy Escape from the City
When you want open space without committing to a full mountain expedition, Glen Helen Regional Park is one of the easiest choices near San Bernardino. The park sits north of the city with the San Gabriel and San Bernardino Mountains forming a dramatic backdrop. This is more local recreation park than wilderness destination. Families come […]
San Bernardino National Forest – The Mountains on the Doorstep
San Bernardino’s greatest scenic asset is not really in the city at all. Look north and the mountains rise abruptly from the valley, giving you access to San Bernardino National Forest and a completely different Southern California landscape. Within a relatively short drive you can trade freeways and palms for mountain roads, pine forest, hiking […]