The lake was artificially created in 1926 with the construction of the Green Valley Dam and makes the lake approximately 9 acres (36,000 m2) in size. Fish are regularly stocked from May – August and freezes over the winter.

Fishing is $15.00 for adults, an extra $1 for another pole (two is max). $8 for children 4-15. Trout are the main action here. They are stocked regularly by the Department of Fish & Wildlife and private hatcheries from the Eastern Sierra area. There are also Bass, Catfish, and Crappie in the lake.

The lake record rainbow trout is 13 pounds, 3 ounces.

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GPS Coordinates

Latitude 34° 14′ 16.4508″ N

Longitude 117° 4′ 40.6632″ W

In the San Bernardino National Forest visitors can only target shoot in designated and signed areas and only at certain times, due to fire danger rating. Target Shooting areas may be closed due to fire restrictions, road conditions, and/or other safety issues.

 Please call the Big Bear Discovery Center for more information (909) 382-2790.

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GPS Coordinates

Latitude 34° 18′ 40.0392″ N

Longitude 117° 0′ 0.6768″ W

Lost Lake is a unique natural lake created by the San Andreas Fault and is fed by deep natural springs. Although the lake has not been stocked with fish for many years, people still try their luck and toss a line in. Many visit the lake to picnic along the banks. There are also opportunities for bird watching.

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Swarthout Canyon Road, west of Old Cajon Blvd in Cajon Pass.

GPS Coordinates

Latitude 34° 16′ 20.0964″ N

Longitude 117° 27′ 57.8124″ W

This 67-mile route will take you from Palm Desert past snow-peaked mountains to Banning Pass. Palms to Pines Scenic Byway offers a full variety of ecosystems in the Lower Sonoran region. From clusters of desert palms to high country conifer forests and snow-capped mountains, experience a contrast of ecosystems within a short distance. Admire fantastic views of the urbanized valley floor below, craggy mountains, and the San Gorgonio Wilderness area to the north on the Banning Pass section of the byway.  Start on Hwy 74 south of Palm Desert or at the other end on Hwy 243 south of Banning. 

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GPS Coordinates

Latitude 0° 0′ 0.0000″ S

Longitude 0° 0′ 0.0000″ W

OHV routes open to all vehicles.  Vehicle registration or green/red sticker required.

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GPS Coordinates

Latitude 33° 48′ 32.2344″ N

Longitude 116° 49′ 45.9048″ W

The Crab Flats OHV Road 3N34 is also known as the "Willow Creek Jeep Trail" on the west end and a portion just east of Deep Creek is known as "Dishpan Springs".   The OHV road is just over 14 miles long and travels from State Highway 173 to Holcomb Valley OHV Road 3N16 at the Crab Flats Campground.

Important Note:  The portion of 3N34 between State Highway 173 and the Pinnacles OHV Staging Area is restricted to street legal vehicles only.  Non-street legal vehicles must be transported to the Pinnacles OHV Staging Area, and not staged or ridden on State Highway 173.

The portion of the road known as "Dishpan Springs" is approx. 2 miles long and travels from the Deep Creek Bridge to Fishermans Camp trailhead, and is rated as "most difficult"  – When in doubt, please call ahead to the local Ranger Station to check on conditions.

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GPS Coordinates

Latitude 34° 17′ 51.5112″ N

Longitude 117° 11′ 57.4728″ W

Bee Canyon is a natural area with good back stop for target shooting.  Located off Highway 74 east of Hemet on Forest Road 5S07, about 2 miles in from highway 74.  Road can be rough at times, high clearance vehicles recommended. Go past the second Forest Service gate.  Please pack out your trash, leave the area clean.

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GPS Coordinates

Latitude 33° 44′ 54.4488″ N

Longitude 116° 50′ 1.0464″ W

In the San Bernardino National Forest visitors can only target shoot in designated and signed areas and only at certain times, due to fire danger rating. Target Shooting areas may be closed due to fire restrictions, road conditions, and/or other safety issues.

 Please call the Big Bear Discovery Center for more information (909) 382-2790

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GPS Coordinates

Latitude 34° 15′ 23.8680″ N

Longitude 116° 44′ 54.2400″ W

4.1 miles from junction of San Jacinto Ridge OHV Road 5S09 to Indian Canyon OHV Road 4S06

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GPS Coordinates

Latitude 33° 45′ 47.5344″ N

Longitude 116° 49′ 23.0988″ W

Includes: Lake Arrowhead, Lake Silverwood, Crestline, Running Springs, Green Valley Lake and Keller Peak recreational activities

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GPS Coordinates

Latitude 34° 15′ 3.6252″ N

Longitude 117° 10′ 18.6924″ W