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19 nearby parks, towns and places to explore, ordered by straight-line distance.
Things to do21 miles northwest · straight-line distanceAbout 25 min by car (24 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
American theme park in California owned by The Walt Disney Company.
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Town21 miles northwest · straight-line distanceAbout 30 min by car (27 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
City in Orange County, California, United States.
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Town22 miles northwest · straight-line distanceAbout 35 min by car (33 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
City in Orange County, California, United States.
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Town25 miles northwest · straight-line distanceAbout 35 min by car (29 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
City in Orange County, California, United States.
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25 miles north · straight-line distance
State park in Southern California, United States.
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26 miles northwest · straight-line distanceAbout 35 min by car (31 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
Amusement park in Buena Park, California, United States.
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31 miles northeast · straight-line distanceAbout 50 min by car (49 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
County seat of Riverside County, California, United States.
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37 miles west · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr by car (51 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
Public beach in San Pedro, Los Angeles, United States.
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45 miles north · straight-line distance
Waterfalls on Bonita Creek in San Bernardino County, California.
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Outdoors46 miles west · straight-line distance
Island in Los Angeles County, California, United States.
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Ski area47 miles north · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 20 min by car (65 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
Ski resort in Southern California.
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51 miles northwest · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr by car (58 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
Protected area.
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Outdoors54 miles southeast · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 5 min by car (62 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
Beach in San Diego County, California, United States.
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Ski area56 miles northeast · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 35 min by car (87 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
Ski resort in Running Springs, California, United States.
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70 miles northwest · straight-line distance
State park of California, United States.
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State park76 miles east · straight-line distance
State park in California.
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National park site103 miles east · straight-line distance
National park of the United States.
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National park site114 miles west · straight-line distance
National park of the United States.
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National park site124 miles northwest · straight-line distance
U.S. National Monument in Keene, Kern County, California.
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40 recreation areas and campgrounds within 73 miles, from Recreation.gov. Filter by what you want to do.
12 miles east · straight-line distanceUSDA Forest Service
Falcon Group Campground has three individual group campsites just off the scenic Ortega Highway in Southern California, which connects San Juan Capistrano and Temecula Valley Highway.
BikingCampingHikingMountain BikingPhotographyScenic DriveStar GazingWilderness
18 miles east · straight-line distanceAbout 55 min by car (38 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
11 sites available. Wildomar Campground is currently closed due to the Wildomar Fire until further notice.
CampingHikingPicnickingRecreational Vehicles
20 miles north · 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
24 miles northwest · 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
25 miles northwest · 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
25 miles northwest · 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
26 miles west · 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
31 miles northeast · 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
38 miles northwest · 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
40 miles northwest · 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
41 miles east · 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
41 miles east · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 15 min by car (64 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Dripping Springs campground is a wonderful campground adjacent to the Agua Tibia Wilderness. Recreation Recreation in the area includes hiking, trail running, and backpacking.
CampingHistoryHunting
41 miles northeast · straight-line distanceUSDA Forest Service
BikingCampingClimbingFishingHikingHorse CampingHorseback ridingHunting
44 miles northwest · straight-line distanceUSDA Forest Service
BikingCampingFire Lookouts/Cabins OvernightHikingHorse CampingHorseback ridingOff-highway vehiclesPicnicking
47 miles north · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 15 min by car (67 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
48 miles east · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 35 min by car (83 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Fry Creek Campground is situated in the heart of Cleveland National Forest, uniquely located down the road from the world-famous Palomar Observatory.
Camping
48 miles east · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 35 min by car (83 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Science buffs and families are drawn to Observatory Campground for its proximity to the Palomar Observatory, a world-class center of astronomy research operated by the California Institute of Technology.
CampingHiking
49 miles north · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 25 min by car (69 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
50 miles southeast · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 30 min by car (80 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Crestline Group Campground is located in a wooded area on Palomar Mountain, at approximately 5,390 feet in elevation. Many trees including Black Oak, Cedar, White Fir and Live Oak surround the site.
BikingCampingHikingRanger programs
51 miles north · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 40 min by car (77 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
51 miles northeast · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 25 min by car (80 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
52 miles north · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 45 min by car (79 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
52 miles east · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 30 min by car (78 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Located on the Cleveland National Forest, Oak Grove Campground is nestled in a valley of large oak groves and manzanita. Recreation Oak Grove Trail is a short walk of 1.5 miles and is located across Rt. 79, behind the Ranger Station.
CampingFishingHikingHistory
53 miles north · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 40 min by car (97 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
54 miles east · straight-line distanceAbout 2 hr by car (101 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Black Mountain Road is is poor condition at this time. A four-wheel drive (4WD) vehicle is recommended with a minimum ground clearance of 6 inches. Drive at your own risk.
BackpackingBikingCampingFishingHikingHorseback ridingMountain BikingPicnicking
54 miles north · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 50 min by car (97 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Meadow Group Campground is located off State Highway 2 between the Manzanita Loop of the Chilao Campground and the Chilao Ranger Station, 26 miles north of the 210 Freeway in La Canada, California.
BikingBirdingCampingHikingRanger programsWildlife viewing
54 miles northeast · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 35 min by car (86 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.
BoatingCampingFishingHiking
55 miles east · straight-line distanceBureau of Land Management
The Beauty Mountain Wilderness encompasses a total of 15,627 acres and is managed by the BLM's Palm Springs-South Coast Field Office .
CampingHikingHorseback ridingPhotographyWilderness
57 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
61 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
61 miles northwest · 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
62 miles northwest · 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
67 miles northeast · 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
67 miles northeast · straight-line distanceBureau of Land Management
Remember your OUTDOOR ETHICS when enjoying your public lands. Please RECREATE RESPONSIBLY.
Accessible SwimmingCampingFishingHikingHorseback ridingPhotographyWildlife viewingWinter sports
68 miles south · straight-line distanceNational Park Service
In 1542, Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo climbed out of his boat and onto shore, becoming the first European to set foot on what is now the West Coast of the United States.
HikingHistoryWildlife viewing
70 miles northeast · 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
71 miles north · straight-line distanceBureau of Land Management
Remember your OUTDOOR ETHICS when enjoying your public lands. Please RECREATE RESPONSIBLY.
BikingCampingHikingOff-highway vehicles
72 miles east · straight-line distanceBureau of Land Management
This scenic driving tour climbs from the desert through the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains, before descending again to the desert.
PhotographyPicnickingWildlife viewing
73 miles southeast · straight-line distanceFish and Wildlife Service
San Diego Bay National Wildlife Refuge The San Diego Bay National Wildlife Refuge protects a rich diversity of endangered, threatened, migratory, and native species and their habitats within a highly urbanized coastal environment.
BirdingFishingMotor BoatWildlife viewing
73 miles northwest · straight-line distanceNational Park Service
The Santa Monica Mountains offer easy access to surprisingly wild places. Experience the famous beaches of Malibu or explore more than 500 miles of trails.
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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 Disneyland, Garden Grove, Yorba Linda, Fullerton, Chino Hills State Park. Places are ordered by straight-line distance. Confirm visitor access, opening hours and current travel conditions before choosing a trip.
Approximately 21 miles northwest in a straight line; driving takes about 25 min over 24 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 21 miles northwest in a straight line; driving takes about 30 min over 27 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 22 miles northwest in a straight line; driving takes about 35 min over 33 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 54 miles, including Falcon Group (12 miles east), Wildomar Campground (18 miles east), Dripping Springs Campground (Ca) (41 miles east). Check Recreation.gov for current availability, seasons and reservations.