When you take time to wander through Southern California you’ll stumble upon the most delightful places. One of our most recent finds is the small town of Green Valley Lake located in the heart of the San Bernardino Mountains. Spend a day or an overnighter in this charming old-fashioned town and you’ll feel completely refreshed. Take a look at this hidden gem in SoCal that you’re sure to love.
Welcome to Green Valley Lake! From the moment you arrive you’ll soon realize this is a delightful place to visit in Southern California.
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Nestled inside the mountains of Southern California, Green Valley Lake is known as “the best kept secret in the San Bernardino Mountains.”
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Not only is this place charming, but it’s oh so small. With a population of 300 full-time residents it’s the kind of place where you can bet everyone knows your name.
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One of the few places in Southern California where you can experience all four seasons, Green Valley Lake is the place to be to experience winter, spring, summer and fall.
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Fresh falling snow in the winter…
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And crisp autumn leaves in the fall.
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Colorful blooms in the spring…
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And endless summer days and nights that seem to go on forever. Green Valley Lake truly experiences it all.
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It’s the kind of town that has a community garden that brings joy to all of the residents who work together to keep it going strong.
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Show up during a holiday and and you’ll see that Green Valley Lake sure knows how to celebrate. This is one small town that loves a good parade!
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When it comes to dining in Green Valley Lake, you’ll want to stop at the Malt Shoppe where you can grab a burger and malt in a rustic diner that will take you back in time.
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No matter how you spend your time in Green Valley Lake, just being here in this picturesque setting will remind you exactly why you love wandering through SoCal to discover new places.
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Have you ever visited Green Valley Lake in Southern California before? Whether you spend the day or an entire weekend, this is one place that will make you feel like your world’s away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
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For more small-town fun in SoCal, take this road trip through Southern California’s most charming and picturesque small towns.
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