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With its inviting destinations and uncrowded wilderness, this region feels like an insider’s secret amid the bustling excitement of Southern California. Surprising alpine scenery around Lake Arrowhead and Big Bear beckons, with pine-scented trails in summer and winter sports when the snow falls. Drive along legendary Route 66 in San Bernardino County or dive into the many outdoor adventures that await in southwest Riverside County’s 10 Lake Valley region. Shop for bargains at Ontario Mills. For a dreamier escape, float in a hot-air balloon above rolling Temecula Valley wine country.
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- Ways to Play in Temecula ValleyWays to Play in Temecula ValleyRelaxation here begins with wine tasting, spa days, hot-air balloon rides, and perhaps a round of golf
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- How to Experience Route 66 in CaliforniaHow to Experience Route 66 in CaliforniaWhile the historic highway doesn’t appear on most maps these days, you can still trace its path and explore its time-machine charms
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- 5 Unforgettable Hikes in the Inland Empire5 Unforgettable Hikes in the Inland EmpireSky-high mountains, flower-filled valleys, and cascading falls make this region a hiker’s dream
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- The Inland Empire's Craft BreweriesThe Inland Empire's Craft BreweriesCities and wine country tap into the craft brew scene
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- Road Trip: Inland Empire’s Rim of the WorldRoad Trip: Inland Empire’s Rim of the WorldDrive this picturesque route through the Inland Empire
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- Temecula Valley Wine CountryTemecula Valley Wine CountryTaste your way through Southern California's leading wine region
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- Inland Empire Outlet ShoppingInland Empire Outlet ShoppingBrand names abound at two centers in the region just east of the coastline
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- Auto Club SpeedwayAuto Club SpeedwayRev up for five lanes of high-powered racing action at this classic track in Fontana
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- Big Bear LakeSan Bernardino CountyBig Bear Lake
- TemeculaRiverside CountyTemecula
- Lake ArrowheadSan Bernardino CountyLake Arrowhead
- RiversideRiverside CountyRiverside
- San BernardinoSan Bernardino CountySan Bernardino
- OntarioSan Bernardino CountyOntario
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Mission Inn Hotel & Spa
Old world romance, contemporary comforts
Temecula Valley Wine Country
Taste your way through Southern California's leading wine region
How to Experience Route 66 in California
While the historic highway doesn’t appear on most maps these days, you can still trace its path and explore its time-machine charms
Traveling by Plane
Flying is easy in the Golden State, with international and domestic airports statewide
Great U-Pick Farms in California
Enjoy the best of California’s berries, apples, mandarin oranges, and more at these local farms
The Inland Empire's Craft Breweries
Cities and wine country tap into the craft brew scene
Glen Ivy Hot Springs Spa
Mud and mineral soaks in
Try Big Bear's Himalayan Cuisine
Warm up with authentic dishes and homemade spices
Après-Ski at Big Bear
Fine wines, craft brews, and snowshoes
11 Tips for California Family Vacations
Plan your Golden State trip with these family-friendly travel hacks
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California 101
Inland Empire’s Rim of the World Road Trip
ZOOM: A Magical Ride Around California
California Dream Eater
Temecula’s Surprising Sparkling Wine
California 101
Joshua Tree National Park
California Dreamers
The guys who make mushroom surfboards
California Dreamers
California Innovation Nation Episode 1: Garage Innovations
Hidden Gems
The Off-Road Trails of Big Bear Lake
California 101
Temecula: 5 Amazing Things
Ontario Mills
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Bucket Lists, Craft Beer, San Andreas Fault
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Atlas Obscura, Packing Tips, Wine
26min
Stargazing, Best Bike Routes, Mid-Century Modernism
33min
Butte County, Temecula, San Diego County
32min
Road Trips: Route 66 and Beyond
1hr
Undiscovered California Road Trips
49min
Cheech Marin
39min
Exploring the Inland Empire
54min
Blake Anderson’s California Hangouts
38min
Tony Hawk’s San Diego
26min
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