10 Places In Southern California That Are Beautiful And Snowy In Winter

Anyone who thinks Southern California doesn’t have seasons has yet to experience these 10 majestic places in SoCal where it turns into an epic winter wonderland this time of year. Grab your snow boots, warm mittens, and a big fuzzy hat, as it’s time to have a snow day in Southern California.

You’ll find piles of snow at Mountain High Resort in Wrightwood. You’ll need to bundle up for this arctic freeze in SoCal that’s as chilly as the North Pole.

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Camping in the San Gorgonio wilderness surrounded by a blanket of winter snow. Only in SoCal!

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What an epic view from the summit of Mt. Pinos in Frazier Park in the Los Padres National Forest.

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The wintery setting at SkyPark at Santa’s Village will make you forget you are in sunny SoCal.

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Who knew you could find snow in the SoCal desert?! A glorious dusting of December snow turns Pioneertown into a winter wonderland.

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A dusting of white powder at Lake Arrowhead is as magical as a winter snow globe.

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A snowy day in Palomar Mountain is the most magical place to be during a winter storm.

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I bet you didn’t know you could find snow in Palm Springs! Pictured here: a beautiful snowy forest in San Jacinto State Park.

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Moonridge at Big Bear Lake is a delight to experience on a wintery day. You’ll definitely need some winter gear to navigate this kind of snow.

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Idyllwild is postcard pretty when it’s covered in a crisp, white snow.

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I can’t wait to go play in the snow. Do you have a favorite spot in SoCal that reminds you of the North Pole? For more winter fun, take some time to experience these 10 Holiday Adventures in Southern California.