3. Original McDonald’s Site and Museum
On historic Route 66, this original McDonald’s location is now a State Historic Site celebrating the fast-food chain’s legacy. The large McDonald’s sign outside of the building is only the tip of the Big Mac at this roadside museum, and thousands of pieces of McDonald’s memorabilia and souvenirs are found within. The site hosts one of the largest collections of historic McDonald’s merchandise in the country, and admission is free to this extensive library detailing the permanent footprint McDonald’s has left on the world.
4. Big Bear Lake
An hour drive into the San Bernardino National Forest, Big Bear Lake is a year-round mountain retreat. Skiing Big Bear Mountain Resort is a refreshing Southern California activity close to San Bernardino, and the area is laced with snowshoe and fatbike trails to explore throughout the winter. Numerous cottages, cabins, and hotels line the south side of the lake, offering an array of accommodations for weekend visits from San Bernardino.
