Glen Helen Regional Park
2555 Glen Helen Parkway, San Bernardino, CA 92407 909.887.7540PARK HOURS
- Glen Helen Master Plan Community Meeting will be held on Wednesday, May 1 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Free and open to the public.
- Daily: 7:30 AM to 5 PM.
- Closed: Christmas day.
- 2023 Swim Season has Closed: the swim facility is closed until May 2024. We will post the pool schedule as we near opening day on Memorial Day weekend. See you then!
Located at the base of the chaparral covered hills of the Cajon Pass with scenic views of both the San Gabriel and San Bernardino Mountains, Glen Helen Regional Park offers 1,340 acres of recreational activities from the relaxing to rugged.
Glen Helen offers two lakes for fishing, a swim complex with pool, dual water slides, splash pad, large group shelter picnic areas accommodating up to 300 people and is ideal for that company picnic, large family gathering or group event. There are also several picnic areas under shady trees with amazing views throughout the park.
Enjoy wide open spaces for your favorite field games or bring the kids out to play on the latest playground equipment that will challenge their bodies and their minds!
We are also home to the Glen Helen Amphitheater, a 65,000 seat outdoor concert venue, the Glen Helen Raceway, an off-highway competitive event facility and the annual Sheriff’s Rodeo.
Glen Helen Master Plan Community Meeting
Join San Bernardino County Regional Parks to learn more about the exciting projects that have been completed and future revitalization plans for the park. This event is free and open to the public. Join us for this two-hour forum on these important topics:
- Park Master Plan
- Park Survey Results
- New Park Development Projects
- Park Improvements
Glen Helen Regional Park
- Wednesday, May 1, 2024
- From 6 PM to 8 PM
Activities
Camping
Glen Helen provides a primitive and desert camping experience with limited amenities. The campground is not located inside the park itself but is located across the street and down the road from the main park entrance. The campsite is dog-friendly and is fenced and gated. Security codes are required for entrance.
Camping Amenities
- Full hook-up sites
- Tent camping
- Showers, restrooms
- Picnic areas with grills
- Dump stations
Fishing
Glen Helen Regional Park has two lakes and year-round fishing. We stock trout from November to April and Catfish from May to September. A California state fishing license is required to fish at our parks and we offer fishing workshops and derbies throughout the year.
We also offer a bait shop for your convenience.
The lakes are stocked every Thursday, weather permitting. Both lakes are stocked and closed on stocking days.
Hiking & Walking Trails
Glen Helen Regional Parksoffers a wide range of trails and footpaths to explore either on a leisurely walk or with a group of experienced hikers. No matter your skill level, our parks offer some of the most beautiful landscapes to travel through.
Glen Helen Amphitheater
Glen Helen Amphitheater (formerly the San Manuel Amphitheater) is home to concerts from April to November.
The Glen Helen Amphitheater can hold up to 65,000 people, making it the largest outdoor music venue in the U.S.
For tickets and concert schedules, visit Live Nation’s website
Glen Helen Raceway
Glen Helen Raceway offers four motocross tracks and is open for practices on certain days. Calling before hauling is highly recommended. Visit https://glenhelen.com/track-rental/ for rental and contact information.
Swimming
Glen Helen Regional Park offers summer heat relief with our pool and water slides. The pools open on Memorial Day weekend and close Labor Day weekend. Check with each park for summer hours. All our pools are monitored by lifeguards.
Pool Amenities
- One-half acre swim lagoon
- New waterslides coming soon 2023
- Zero-depth water play park
- Sand area
2023 Swim Season has Closed: the swim facility is closed until May 2024. We will post the pool schedule as we near opening day on Memorial Day weekend. See you then!
Disc Golf
Glen Helen Regional Park offers an 18-hole disc golf course for recreation and competition The sport is designed to be enjoyed by people of all ages and is easy to learn. A golf disc is thrown from a tee area to a target, which is the “hole.”
Biking
Glen Helen Regional Park offers many options of paths and trails to enjoy or train on.
Nature Photography
Glen Helen Regional Park has a variety of plants and flowers as well as wildlife that gives any photographer a choice of natural settings and subjects to capture.
Amenities
Picnic Shelters
Glen Helen Regional Park serves as a great site for your next event, family gathering or company picnic. We offer three group shelters for rent that hold up to 300 people. In addition, we offer free open picnic areas with barbecue grills throughout the park.
Picnic Shelter Amenities
- Over-sized barbecues
- Electricity
- Water
- Convenient parking
- Nearby restrooms
Our parks offer picnic shelters to rent. Fees are dependent on the type of event and amount of space needed. Some events will require an Interim Use Permit Please contact us directly for more information.
Water Slides
Glen Helen Regional Park offers visitors off all ages to come out during the summer and make a splash in one of our adventurous water slides. Our slides are open from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend each year.
Height Minimum Requirement
Children must be 48″ to ride water slides.
Slide Amenities
- 350-foot double-flume water slide
- Green grass for sun bathing or picnics
- Snack bar
Playground
Glen Helen Regional Park offers open spaces and safe, clean playgrounds for youth and families to enjoy while promoting the building blocks of social interaction.
There is a Weevos/Eevos playground creative play for children ages 2 to 12.
Splash Pad
Glen Helen Regional Park offers a splash pad for water play. This area is a zero-depth water playground for children of all ages to enjoy.
Admission Fees
Fees subject to change.
Park Entrance
Vehicle
- Monday – Fridays (excluding holidays and special events) $8.00
- Weekends and Holidays (excluding special events) $10.00
Pedestrian
- $3.00/person
Dogs
- $1.00/dog. Must be on 6′ leash at all times.
Annual Entrance Passes
- $125.00 – Mulit-Park Pass. Valid for 12 months from date of purchase, excludes special events & holidays. (Valid at all parks except Lake Gregory, Moabi and Calico.)
- $60.00- Individual Park Pass. Valid for 12 months from date of purchase, excludes special events & holidays. (Valid at Glen Helen Regional Park ONLY!)
- $100.00 – Senior Citizen/ Qualified Individual with a Disability, Veterans, and active-duty personnel in the United States Armed Services, Annual Vehicle Entrance Pass. Valid for 12 months from date of purchase, excludes special events & holidays. (Valid at all parks except Lake Gregory, Moabi and Calico.)
- $25.00- Pedestrian Annual Pass. Includes one (1) dog. Valid for 12 months from date of purchase, excludes special events & holidays. (Valid at all parks except Lake Gregory, Moabi and Calico.)
Fishing Fees
- Mon- Wed. Daily Fishing Permit $10/person, all ages. Excluding Holidays and Special Events
- Thu- Sun, Daily Fishing Permit $12/person, all ages. Excluding Holidays and Special Events.
- Derby: $20
SWIMMING & WATER SLIDES
Swim entrance
- Wednesday – Friday (except holidays) $9.00/person 4 years of age and older.
- Weekends (Sat & Sun) (excluding holidays) $11.00/person 4 years of age and older.
- Special Events, Holidays and Holiday Weekends $17.00/person 4 years of age and older
3 years old and under FREE. - NO WATERSLIDE RENTALS ARE AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME. NEW WATERSLIDES ARE EXPECTED TO OPEN IN THE SUMMER OF 2023. THE OLD WATERLSIDES HAVE BEEN TORN DOWN AND THE AREA IS UNDER CONSTRUCTION.
Camping Fees
- Without hookup excluding holidays and special events (maximum 6 people) $25.00 per site per night.
- Without hookup holidays (maximum 6 people) $35.00 per site per night.
- With hookup excluding holidays and special events (maximum 6 people) $30.00 per site per night.
- Senior Citizen (62 years and older), Active Military, Veterans & Disabled camping valid Sun. – Thurs., excluding holidays & special events. $5.00 discount per night.
Picnic Reservation Fees
Fees* may be different then listed due to the nature of your event. Some events will require an Interim Use Permit. Call the park for more information.
- Large group shelter – $400.00
- Small group shelter – $100.00
- Non-refundable reservation fee: $7.00
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Have a question? Give us a call:
Glen Helen Regional Park
909.887.7540
2555 Glen Helen Parkway, San Bernardino, CA 92407