Recreation area

Barton Flats Snow Play Area

San Bernardino National Forest · California — managed by USDA Forest Service

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

The Barton Flats snow play area along State Highway 38 is a favorite destination for building snow men, snow angels and tossing snowballs.   The area is defined as the legal parking areas on National Forest along the State Highway from Jenks Lake Road West to Jenks Lake Road East.  Click here to download the map

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.