Oak Glen, California, is a small agricultural community located in San Bernardino County, situated between the San Bernardino Mountains and the Little San Bernardino Mountains. It lies about 15 miles east of the city of San Bernardino, at an elevation of approximately 4,734 feet (1,443 meters). Oak Glen is known for its apple orchards and scenic mountain surroundings. It stretches along a central road that winds through two valleys, Potato Canyon and Wilshire Creek Canyon, and is part of a 20-mile scenic loop off the Interstate 10 freeway between Yucaipa and Beaumont, California.
Oak Glen experiences all four seasons due to its elevation of 4,000 to 5,000 feet. It is approximately 79 miles east of Los Angeles and near other notable locations such as Palm Springs, Joshua Tree National Park, and the Mojave Desert. The community is well known for its apple farms and is a popular destination for visitors seeking a rural mountain escape with outdoor activities and local agriculture.
