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19 nearby parks, towns and places to explore, ordered by straight-line distance.
Things to do20 miles southwest · straight-line distanceAbout 40 min by car (37 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
Library, museum, and campus in Yorba Linda, California, USA.
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Town24 miles southeast · straight-line distanceAbout 35 min by car (29 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
City in Riverside County, California, United States.
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Things to do28 miles southwest · straight-line distanceAbout 40 min by car (37 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
American theme park in California owned by The Walt Disney Company.
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Town30 miles southwest · straight-line distanceAbout 45 min by car (40 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
County seat and city of Orange County, California, United States.
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Town31 miles south · straight-line distanceAbout 45 min by car (45 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
City in Orange County, California, United States.
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32 miles west · straight-line distanceAbout 35 min by car (35 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
City in Los Angeles County, California, United States.
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Things to do32 miles west · straight-line distanceAbout 40 min by car (36 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
Art museum in Pasadena, California.
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Ski area33 miles east · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr by car (46 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
Ski resort in Running Springs, California, United States.
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Lake36 miles east · straight-line distance
Reservoir in California, United States.
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State park39 miles south · straight-line distance
State park on the coast of California, USA.
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Ski area43 miles east · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 20 min by car (61 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
Ski area in Southern California.
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48 miles southwest · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 10 min by car (67 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
Public beach in San Pedro, Los Angeles, United States.
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64 miles west · straight-line distance
State park of California, United States.
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Outdoors69 miles southwest · straight-line distance
Island in Los Angeles County, California, United States.
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Outdoors86 miles south · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 45 min by car (111 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
Beach in San Diego County, California, United States.
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State park90 miles southeast · straight-line distance
State park in California.
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National park site95 miles northwest · straight-line distance
U.S. National Monument in Keene, Kern County, California.
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National park site98 miles east · straight-line distance
National park of the United States.
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National park site121 miles west · straight-line distance
National park of the United States.
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40 recreation areas and campgrounds within 65 miles, from Recreation.gov. Filter by what you want to do.
12 miles northeast · straight-line distanceAbout 30 min by car (19 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Located three miles north of the Lytle Creek Ranger Station, the campground provides an easy get-away. Trees surround the campsites and Lytle Creek flows across the street at Applewhite Picnic Area. Please use caution crossing the road.
Camping
15 miles south · straight-line distanceUS Army Corps of Engineers
This San Bernardino County Parks managed area is an oasis within one of the fastest growing areas of Southern California. Riverside County and the City of Corona also provide recreation facilities.
BoatingCampingHorseback ridingPicnickingWater sportsWildlife viewing
19 miles southwest · straight-line distanceUS Army Corps of Engineers
Managed by Orange County, there is no permanent pool, but varied facilities such as fishing, picnic areas, a nature trail, and tennis. The site of the historic oil boom town of Olinda. Adjoins Chino Hills State Park.
FishingHikingPicnickingWildlife viewing
19 miles northwest · straight-line distanceAbout 55 min by car (39 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Coldbrook Campground offers 22 shaded campsites* at the intersection of Coldbrook and Soldier Creeks that are open year round.
CampingPicnickingRecreational Vehicles
19 miles east · straight-line distanceUSDA Forest Service
BikingCampingClimbingFishingHikingHorse CampingHorseback ridingHunting
20 miles north · straight-line distanceAbout 50 min by car (41 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Table Mountain, just a short journey northwest of the Los Angeles metro area, provides a beautiful escape from urban life. Campers will find hiking, mountain biking, birding and countless other recreation opportunities.
BikingCampingHikingMountain BikingScenic DriveWildlife viewing
21 miles north · straight-line distanceAbout 50 min by car (42 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Nestled in a scenic canyon just off the Big Pines Highway, Apple Tree provides a scenic and relaxing destination for camping, hiking, picnicking and wildlife viewing.
BikingCampingHikingMountain Biking
21 miles northwest · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 10 min by car (46 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Crystal Lake is open, however, campsites are no longer available for reservation on Recreation.gov. Campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
CampingFishingHiking
21 miles northwest · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 15 min by car (48 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Deer Group Campground is a great place to bring an extended family or large group.
BikingBoatingCampingFishingHikingSwimmingWater sports
21 miles northwest · straight-line distanceAbout 55 min by car (49 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Jackson Flats is a group camping facility located next to beautiful Grassy Hollow Visitor Center, which holds numerous nature programs, hikes and activities on Saturdays during the summer.
BirdingCampingHiking
21 miles north · straight-line distanceAbout 50 min by car (42 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Lake Campground offers an excellent escape from the city, just a short drive northeast of the Los Angeles metro area.
BikingCampingHikingMountain Biking
21 miles north · straight-line distanceAbout 50 min by car (43 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Escape to Mountain Oak Campground in the Angeles National Forest for a restful, refreshing getaway from city life.
BikingBirdingBoatingCampingCanoeingFishingHikingMountain Biking
21 miles north · straight-line distanceAbout 50 min by car (42 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Just northwest of the Los Angeles metro area, Peavine provides a scenic and relaxing destination for camping, hiking, picnicking and wildlife viewing.
BikingCampingHikingMountain Biking
21 miles north · straight-line distanceAbout 50 min by car (42 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
6.100-foot elevation. 4 tent sites. No water. Vault toilets. Adventure Pass required for vehicles parked at campground. First come - first served. Usually inaccessable during the winter months. The area has heavy use during snow play.
CampingPicnicking
21 miles west · straight-line distanceUS Army Corps of Engineers
Facilities at Santa Fe are operated by Los Angeles County Parks. Swimming, fishing, non-power boating, hiking and picnicking are available. Of interest are the five distinct biological communities within the area.
BoatingFishingPicnickingWater sportsWildlife viewing
22 miles southwest · straight-line distanceUS Army Corps of Engineers
Managed by Orange County, CA, there are facilities fishing, picnics, nature exhibits, handball and field sports. No permanent pool.
PicnickingWildlife viewing
23 miles east · straight-line distanceAbout 45 min by car (38 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Dogwood Campground is a family-friendly facility located in the heart of the San Bernardino National Forest. All sites must be reserved to enjoy the area's scenic surroundings and plentiful recreational opportunities.
BoatingCampingFishing
24 miles southwest · straight-line distanceUS Army Corps of Engineers
The recreation facilities at this project are managed by the City of Fullerton (CA) Community Services. Golf and tennis are main attractions at this project, located among the picturesque rolling hills in the City of Fullerton.
BikingHikingHorseback ridingHotel/Lodge/Resort Privately OwnedPicnicking
24 miles northwest · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 30 min by car (55 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
At a Glance: 4,500-foot elevation 21 sites RV's up to 16' No water Vault toilets Campsites are first-come, first-served What to Expect South Fork Campground on the backside of the San Gabriel Mountains is a hidden gem in the Mojave Desert.
CampingPicnicking
25 miles west · straight-line distanceUSDA Forest Service
BikingCampingFire Lookouts/Cabins OvernightHikingHorse CampingHorseback ridingOff-highway vehiclesPicnicking
25 miles northwest · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 15 min by car (53 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Sycamore Flat Campground is a small, developed campground located in the Big Rock Creek Recreation Area of the Angeles National Forest.
BirdingCampingPhotographyScenic DriveWater Access
26 miles northeast · straight-line distanceUS Army Corps of Engineers
San Bernardino County Parks manages this project in the high desert wilderness at the foot of the San Bernardino Mountains. No permanent pool, but camping and picnicking facilities are available. Access to the Pacific Crest Trail.
Hiking
27 miles southeast · straight-line distanceNational Park Service
The Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail covers over 1200 miles through the homelands of 70+ Tribal communities. It follows the historic route of the 1775-76 Spanish colonizing expedition from Sonora, Mexico to San Francisco, CA.
HikingHistoryHorseback riding
27 miles northeast · straight-line distanceAbout 50 min by car (43 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
North Shore Campground is a quiet place to camp, away from the hustle and bustle of nearby cities.
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27 miles west · straight-line distanceUS Army Corps of Engineers
This project is managed by Los Angeles County Parks and the City of Pico Rivera. Whittier Narrows has no permanent pool.
BikingBoatingHorseback ridingPicnickingWater sportsWildlife viewing
29 miles northwest · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 25 min by car (69 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Located along Santa Clara Divide Road in the Angeles National Forest, Bandido Group Campground sits among fragrant Jeffrey pines in the upper montane zone of the San Gabriel Mountains National Monument.
BikingCampingHikingHorseback ridingMountain Biking
31 miles northeast · straight-line distanceBureau of Land Management
Juniper Flats covers 101,272 acres of mixed public and private lands. Located between the Mojave Desert and the forests of the San Bernardino Mountains, Juniper Flats hosts a unique mixture of plants from both environments.
BikingCampingHikingHorseback ridingHuntingNature educationOff-highway vehiclesPhotography
36 miles north · straight-line distanceBureau of Land Management
Remember your OUTDOOR ETHICS when enjoying your public lands. Please RECREATE RESPONSIBLY.
BikingCampingHikingOff-highway vehicles
38 miles southwest · straight-line distanceFish and Wildlife Service
Established in 1972, Seal Beach National Wildlife Refuge is managed by the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service to protect vital coastal habitats for rare and endangered species.
Ranger programs
47 miles west · straight-line distanceUS Army Corps of Engineers
The City of Los Angeles manages the extensive day-use facilities, including golf and riding stables, are available at this site in the San Fernando Valley.
BoatingHikingHorseback ridingPicnickingWater sportsWildlife viewing
51 miles west · straight-line distanceUS Army Corps of Engineers
The Sepulveda Dam's recreation facilities are managed by the City of Los Angeles Parks.
BikingBoatingPicnickingWater sportsWildlife viewing
52 miles northeast · straight-line distanceBureau of Land Management
The Sawtooth Mountains Wilderness now contains a total of 33,610 acres and is managed by the Bureau of Land Management. All of the Wilderness is in the state of California.
CampingHikingHuntingPhotographyWildernessWildlife viewing
55 miles east · straight-line distanceBureau of Land Management
This wilderness is part of the eastern slope of the San Bernardino Mountains with topography rapidly changing from low, rolling foothills and canyons to steep, rugged mountains. Elevations range from 2,300 to 5,500 feet.
CampingHikingHorseback ridingHuntingPhotographyWildernessWildlife viewing
55 miles east · straight-line distanceBureau of Land Management
Remember your OUTDOOR ETHICS when enjoying your public lands. Please RECREATE RESPONSIBLY.
Accessible SwimmingCampingFishingHikingHorseback ridingPhotographyWildlife viewingWinter sports
56 miles northeast · straight-line distanceBureau of Land Management
Click here for the latest information concerning upcoming military training and closures of the Shared Use Area. Overview Johnson Valley is a varied landscape for the off-highway vehicle driver.
BikingCampingHikingHorseback ridingHuntingPhotographyRecreational VehiclesWildlife viewing
57 miles northeast · straight-line distanceBureau of Land Management
The Ord Mountain Route Network is south of Barstow and links the Stoddard Valley and Johnson Valley Off-Highway Vehicle Areas, also known as Open Areas. Travel within the network is limited to posted open routes.
BikingCampingHikingHorseback ridingHuntingNature educationPhotographyWildlife viewing
57 miles east · straight-line distanceBureau of Land Management
The north-central portion of this Wilderness area holds the rugged Bighorn Mountains and the eastern foothills of the San Bernardino Mountains.
CampingHikingHorseback ridingHuntingNature educationPhotographyRanger programsWildlife viewing
59 miles southeast · straight-line distanceBureau of Land Management
The Agua Tibia Wilderness now contains a total of 17,979 acres and is managed by the BLM's Palm Springs-South Coast Field Office and the Forest Service. All of the Wilderness is in the state of California.
Wilderness
59 miles east · straight-line distanceBureau of Land Management
Big Morongo Canyon Preserve/ACEC is well recognized as an important wildlife corridor that links BLM's San Gorgonio Wilderness with the San Bernardino National Forest and Joshua Tree National Park.
HikingHorseback ridingRanger programsWildlife viewing
65 miles north · straight-line distanceBureau of Land Management
Harper Lake Subregion covers nearly 115,000 acres of mixed public and private lands.
HikingNature educationPhotographyRanger programsWildlife viewing
From the National Park Service; closures, dangers and cautions only. Check the park's page before you go.
Recreation areas and campgrounds from Recreation.gov's directory, checked October 9, 2026. Listings are not live availability: check Recreation.gov or the managing agency for open dates, fees, reservations and conditions. Directions go to the listed coordinates, which may not be the entrance. Campground driving times: Powered by Geoapify · © OpenStreetMap contributors.
This guide includes Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum, Moreno Valley, Disneyland, Santa Ana, Irvine. Places are ordered by straight-line distance. Confirm visitor access, opening hours and current travel conditions before choosing a trip.
Approximately 20 miles southwest in a straight line; driving takes about 40 min over 37 road miles in typical traffic (Geoapify, checked October 2026). This is not current traffic or a route to a confirmed visitor entrance. Check your route before leaving.
Approximately 24 miles southeast in a straight line; driving takes about 35 min over 29 road miles in typical traffic (Geoapify, checked October 2026). This is not current traffic or a route to a confirmed visitor entrance. Check your route before leaving.
Approximately 28 miles southwest in a straight line; driving takes about 40 min over 37 road miles in typical traffic (Geoapify, checked October 2026). This is not current traffic or a route to a confirmed visitor entrance. Check your route before leaving.
Recreation.gov lists 16 campgrounds within 29 miles, including Applewhite Campground (12 miles northeast), Coldbrook Campground (19 miles northwest), Table Mountain (Angeles) (20 miles north). Check Recreation.gov for current availability, seasons and reservations.