San Bernardino County Travel Guide

California

A dirt road winding through a desert landscape with large rock formations and sparse vegetation.
A mountainous landscape with a large lake, a small island, and a marina.
A mountainous landscape with a large lake, a small island, and a marina.
A white observatory dome by a lake with a forested mountain backdrop.
A white bridge over a rocky gorge with a stream below.

Popular cities in San Bernardino County

A marina with boats docked, a lighthouse, and a forested hill in the background.
Big Bear Lake
Known for Lakes, Small town and Mountains
Get away to quaint Big Bear Lake! Enjoy the lake views, skiing and mountains.

Reasons to visit

  • The Village
  • Snow Summit
  • Bear Mountain
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A dock with boats and a forested mountain in the background.
Lake Arrowhead
Known for Lakes, Small town and Mountains
Trip time! Discover the lake views, mountains and hiking in quaint Lake Arrowhead.

Reasons to visit

  • Lake Arrowhead Village
  • Lake Arrowhead Village Lakefront
  • Lake Arrowhead
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A desert landscape with a dirt path leading to rocky mountains under a partly cloudy sky.
Yucca Valley
Known for Friendly people, Natural parks and Nature
Experience romantic Yucca Valley: its parks, live music, dining and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Yucca Valley Community Park
  • Black Rock Canyon
  • California Welcome Center
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A houseboat with a curved roof and large windows, docked by a grassy shore with a clear lake and mountains in the background.
San Bernardino
Known for Dining, Family-friendly and Shopping
Trip time! Discover the live music, entertainment and festivals in San Bernardino.

Reasons to visit

  • Yucaipa Regional Park
  • Santa Ana River Trail
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A silhouette of Joshua trees against a twilight sky.
Joshua Tree
Known for Nature, Natural parks and Deserts
Explore Joshua Tree: its natural setting, hiking, cafes and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center
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A lakeside view with a large wooden house and several smaller buildings, surrounded by trees and rocks.
Big Bear City
Known for Excursions, Lakes and Skiing
Love mountain views, lakes and snowboarding? Get away to Big Bear City!

Reasons to visit

  • Big Bear Solar Observatory
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Stay near popular San Bernardino County attractions

A lakeside community with houses and a mountain backdrop.

The Village

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You can search for that perfect souvenir at The Village during your stay in Big Bear Lake.
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