Outdoors
Lakes, reservoirs and rivers near Moreno Valley for boating, kayaking, canoeing and paddleboarding.
Good to know: Life jackets are required for children on most waters, and many lakes require an invasive-species inspection or a launch fee.
20 mi north · 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.
23 mi northeast · USDA Forest Service
Green Valley Campground is located near Arrowbear in the San Bernardino National Forest in Southern California.
23 mi north · 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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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.
Green Valley Campground is located near Arrowbear in the San Bernardino National Forest in Southern California.
North Shore Campground is a quiet place to camp, away from the hustle and bustle of nearby cities.
Tent Peg Group Campground offers a semi-primitive location for an extended family or large group outing. The area provides easy access to many off-road vehicle trails.
Bluff Mesa Group Campground is conveniently located for campers to enjoy all the beautiful Big Bear Lake area has to offer. A variety of trailheads are nearby, leading visitors through the scenic forest that surrounds the campground.
Crab Flats Campground is an off-roaders paradise, with plenty of off-road vehicle trails nearby for both beginner and experienced riders.
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.
Boulder Group Campground is a great place to bring an extended family or large group for a relaxing camping excursion.
The Barton Flats Campground provides a taste of just about everything the San Bernardino National Forest has to offer.
Grays Peak Group Campground is conveniently located for campers to enjoy all that the Big Bear Lake area has to offer. Many trailheads are nearby, leading visitors through the scenic forest that surrounds the campground.
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.
This project is managed by Los Angeles County Parks and the City of Pico Rivera. Whittier Narrows has no permanent pool.
Distances are straight-line miles from downtown Moreno Valley. Listings come from Recreation.gov’s federal recreation database; check each official page for hours, fees, fire restrictions and closures before you go.
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Dogwood (USDA Forest Service), about 20 miles north of Moreno Valley as the crow flies. Next are Green Valley (23 mi) and North Shore (Ca) (23 mi).
Based on Moreno Valley’s average highs, September–June. Conditions at higher elevations can be much cooler.
Federal agencies including USDA Forest Service, US Army Corps of Engineers. Each listing links to its official page for hours, fees, closures and current conditions.