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43 Best and Fun Things To Do In San Bernardino, California


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This stunning city is situated in the southern region of California. It is renowned for its diverse range of outdoor adventures, such as hiking, biking, and fishing. Additionally, San Bernardino is an ideal destination for a road trip.

One of the most popular things to do in San Bernardino is to visit the historic Original McDonald’s Site and Museum. It is here that the first restaurant in this world-famous chain began service, and visitors can learn more about the fascinating history behind it. It is a great place to stop for a quick self-guided tour.

If you’re looking for more fun things to do in San Bernardino, California, read our list below

The 43 Most Popular Things To Do In San Bernardino, California

43. Seeley Creek

5.0 ★★★★★ (1 review)

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42. Seven Oaks Reservoir

3.7 ★★★★☆ (3 reviews)

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41. Borea Canyon

4.0 ★★★★☆ (4 reviews)

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40. Miller Canyon

4.5 ★★★★★ (6 reviews)

39. Arrowhead Springs Hot Lake

2.9 ★★★☆☆ (7 reviews)

38. South Hills Preserve

4.9 ★★★★★ (8 reviews)

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Location: Grand Terrace CA

Web Address:   https://lomalinda-ca.gov/UserFiles/Servers/Server_7279443/File/Board-City%20Council/Trails%20Development/PublicTrails.pdf

37. Sawpit Canyon

5.0 ★★★★★ (8 reviews)

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36. Arrowhead Landmark

4.7 ★★★★★ (9 reviews)

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Location: San Bernardino CA

Web Address:   https://hmdb.org/m.asp

35. Marshall Peak

4.9 ★★★★★ (10 reviews)

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34. Cal Fire Museum

4.6 ★★★★★ (11 reviews)

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Location: 3875 Genevieve Street N San Bernardino CA

Tel:  909 881 6984

Web Address:   http://calfirehistory.com/

33. Rialto Historical Society

4.6 ★★★★★ (17 reviews)

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Location: 205 N Riverside Ave Rialto CA

Tel:  909 875 1750

32. San Bernardino County Regional Parks

3.9 ★★★★☆ (18 reviews)

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Location: 777 E Rialto Ave San Bernardino CA

Tel:  909 387 2757

Web Address:   http://sbcounty.gov/parks

31. Blue Mountain

4.7 ★★★★★ (23 reviews)

Location: Blue Mountain Trail Grand Terrace CA

30. Middle Fork Lytle Creek

4.5 ★★★★★ (29 reviews)

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29. INLAND EMPIRE MILITARY MUSEUM

4.7 ★★★★★ (31 reviews)

Location: 1394 N E Street San Bernardino CA

Tel:  909 888 0477

Web Address:   http://juanpollo.com/military-gallery/

28. Mozumdar Temple

4.7 ★★★★★ (32 reviews)

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Location: 865 Mozumdar Dr Crestline CA

Web Address:   http://unification.net/

27. Helm & Sons Amusements

4.0 ★★★★☆ (45 reviews)

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Location: 480 Agua Mansa Road Colton CA

Tel:  909 422 0776

Web Address:   https://helmandsons.com/

26. Norton Air Force Base Museum

4.7 ★★★★★ (69 reviews)

Location: 1601 E 3rd Street San Bernardino CA

Web Address:   http://nafbmuseum.org/

25. Bryn Mawr Veterans Memorial Park

4.2 ★★★★☆ (80 reviews)

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Location: 25541 Barton Road Loma Linda CA

Tel:  909 799 2800

Web Address:   https://lomalinda-ca.gov/our_city/parks

24. Two Trees Trail

4.8 ★★★★★ (162 reviews)

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Location: 430 2 Trees Road Riverside CA

23. Flores Park

4.3 ★★★★☆ (265 reviews)

Location: 1020 W Etiwanda Ave Rialto CA

Tel:  909 421 4949

Web Address:   https://yourrialto.com/Facilities/Facility/Details/Flores-Park-8

22. Elmer Digneo Park

4.1 ★★★★☆ (282 reviews)

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Location: Loma Linda CA

Tel:  909 799 2800

Web Address:   http://lomalinda-ca.gov/our_city/parks/elmer_digneo_park

21. Aurantia Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (396 reviews)

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Location: 29624 Greenspot Road Highland CA

Tel:  909 864 6861

Web Address:   http://cityofhighland.org/

20. Bud Bender Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (512 reviews)

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Location: 235 N Lilac Ave Rialto CA

Tel:  909 421 4949

Web Address:   https://yourrialto.com/Facilities/Facility/Details/Bud-Bender-Park-6

19. Littlefield-Shultis Park

4.3 ★★★★☆ (535 reviews)

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Location: 2525 W Kendall Way San Bernardino CA

Tel:  909 384 5233

18. Alec Fergusson Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (595 reviews)

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Location: 2395 W Sunrise Dr Rialto CA

Tel:  909 421 4949

Web Address:   https://yourrialto.com/Facilities/Facility/Details/Alec-Fergusson-Park-3

17. Glen Helen Raceway

4.8 ★★★★★ (667 reviews)

Location: 18585 Verdemont Ranch Road San Bernardino CA

Tel:  909 880 3090

Web Address:   http://glenhelen.com/

16. San Bernardino Soccer Complex

4.0 ★★★★☆ (763 reviews)

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Location: 2500 Pacific Street San Bernardino CA

Tel:  909 864 9482

Web Address:   https://sanbernardinosoccer.com/

15. Seccombe Lake Recreation Area

3.2 ★★★☆☆ (1,007 reviews)

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Location: 160 E 5th Street San Bernardino CA

Tel:  909 384 5233

14. Box Springs Mountain Reserve Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (1,066 reviews)

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Location: 9699 Box Springs Mountain Road Moreno Valley CA

Tel:  800 234 7275

Web Address:   http://rivcoparks.org/

13. Frisbie Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (1,175 reviews)

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Location: 1901 N Acacia Ave Rialto CA

Tel:  909 820 2525

Web Address:   https://yourrialto.com/Facilities/Facility/Details/Frisbie-Park-4

12. Perris Hill Park

3.9 ★★★★☆ (1,225 reviews)

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Location: 1135 E Highland Ave San Bernardino CA

Tel:  909 384 5233

11. Hulda Crooks Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (1,230 reviews)

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Location: S Mountain View Ave & Beaumont Ave 25765 Beaumont Ave Loma Linda CA

Tel:  909 473 5727

10. Blair Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ (1,366 reviews)

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Location: 1466 W Marshall Blvd San Bernardino CA

Tel:  909 384 5233

Our Top picks

9. Robert and Frances Fullerton Museum of Art

4.6 ★★★★★ (71 reviews)

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Location: 5500 University Pkwy San Bernardino CA

Tel:  909 537 7373

Web Address:   http://raffma.csusb.edu/

8. San Bernardino History and Railroad Museum

4.6 ★★★★★ (127 reviews)

Location: 1170 W 3rd Street San Bernardino CA

Tel:  909 888 3634

Web Address:   http://sbdepotmuseum.squarespace.com/

7. Silverwood Lake

4.5 ★★★★★ (948 reviews)

6. Silverwood Lake State Recreation Area

4.5 ★★★★★ (1,246 reviews)

Location: 14651 Cedar Cir Hesperia CA

Tel:  760 389 2281

Web Address:   http://parks.ca.gov/

5. First Original McDonald’s Museum

4.5 ★★★★★ (1,488 reviews)

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Location: 1398 N E Street San Bernardino CA

Tel:  909 515 0044

Web Address:   https://facebook.com/OriginalMcdonaldsMuseum/

4. Fiesta Village Family Fun Park

4.2 ★★★★☆ (2,123 reviews)

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Location: 1405 E Washington Street Colton CA

Tel:  909 824 1111

Web Address:   http://fiestavillage.com/

3. Glen Helen Amphitheater

4.2 ★★★★☆ (2,395 reviews)

Location: 2575 Glen Helen Pkwy San Bernardino CA

Tel:  909 880 6500

Web Address:   https://livenation.com/venue/KovZpZAEA6eA/glen-helen-amphitheater-formerly-san-manuel-amphitheater-events

2. Glen Helen Regional Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ (2,463 reviews)

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Location: 2555 Glen Helen Pkwy San Bernardino CA

Tel:  909 887 7540

1. Lake Gregory Regional Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ (3,408 reviews)

Location: 24171 Lake Dr Crestline CA

Tel:  909 338 2233

Web Address:   http://lakegregory.com/

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in San Bernardino, California! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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