Can you reserve a site at Aspen Glen Snow Play Area?

No. Aspen Glen Snow Play Area is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.

Aspen Glen Snow Play Area

Facility · California ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

San Bernardino National Forest (NF) · Open Access

6,875 ft
Elevation

During the winter months, the area around the Aspen Glen picnic area becomes a popular winter wonderland to sled, build snowmen and make snow angels.Click here for a map of the Aspen Glen Snow Play Area

Vehicles must be legally parked and not blocking the travel lanes.

Do not trespass on private property.

Trash must be disposed in bins at Aspen Glen picnic area or hauled out. Keep your public lands clean.

Getting there

34.23544, -116.92871 · 34°14'7.6"N 116°55'43.3"W

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Typical weather

Typically 80°F in Jul, down to 46°F in Feb.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	46	46	51	57	66	75	80	79	73	63	54	46
Low °F	24	24	27	31	37	44	51	50	44	35	28	24
Precip in	4.5	4.4	2.4	0.8	0.4	0.1	0.7	0.8	0.4	0.8	1.4	3.3

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.9 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Aspen Glen Snow Play Area

Can you reserve a site at Aspen Glen Snow Play Area?: No. Aspen Glen Snow Play Area is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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