Welcome to Crestline and Lake Gregory
An ideal small town with a lake at its heart
Crestline is a picturesque mountain community nestled in the San Bernardino National Forest. Known for its stunning natural beauty, Crestline offers a variety of outdoor activities such as hiking, skiing, fishing, and camping. At the heart of this community is Lake Gregory, a man-made reservoir popular with locals.
This peaceful and walkable small town has a scenic atmosphere reminiscent of Topanga. Its proximity to Lake Gregory offers the perfect opportunity to enjoy lake life while still being close to city centers of Los Angeles County. The town is a great place to take a leisurely stroll and enjoy the beautiful scenery. The lake provides several recreational activities, such as swimming, boating, and fishing.
What to Love
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Scenic walking trails around Lake Gregory
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Quintessential small-town lake life
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A peaceful retreat close to Los Angeles
Local Lifestyle
The local lifestyle in Crestline is centered around enjoying the area’s natural beauty and peaceful atmosphere. This small town is known for its proximity to Lake Gregory, which offers a variety of recreational activities such as swimming, boating, fishing, and hiking. Many residents take advantage of the lake's facilities and enjoy spending their free time outdoors. The locals enjoy being active, with a lot of the town being centered on lake life.
The Crestline and Lake Gregory community is also tight-knit and friendly, with locals extremely welcoming to newcomers. The town also has a strong sense of history, and many residents take pride in preserving the local heritage and culture. The town is similar to the hip artist enclave of Topanga.
Dining, Entertainment, & Shopping
Crestline and Lake Gregory have a host of unique and exciting dining and shopping opportunities, especially in its historic Old Town region. A local favorite is Stockade, a bar and grill known for its delicious barbecue and burgers. Nearby is the Crestline Cafe. This charming eatery serves classic American comfort food in an unassuming, relaxed setting.
This area of Crestline also has excellent shopping. Residents of this town love to peruse the home goods store Encompass. This store sells various goods that will spruce up and elevate any home. Another fantastic store to find an assortment of unique items is Crestline Antiques & More. The town also has several wonderful boutiques, such as The Old Rustic Cottage. This upscale boutique sells an eclectic array of rustic farmhouse decor and more. For a relaxing wine tasting, locals enjoy stopping by Sycamore Ranch Vineyard & Winery. The wine tastings at this winery are by appointment only.
Things to Do
Crestline has an exciting trove of things to do thanks to its proximity to Lake Gregory. Right along the shore of Lake Gregory is The Old Rustic Lodge, a perfect space to hold any event. The grounds are stunning, with lush gardens and views of the lake. The Lake Gregory Regional Park has 84 acres of water and the lush greenery surrounding it. The lake is perfect for those who enjoy boating, kayaking, swimming, and fishing, and the surrounding area has several hiking trails.
Lake Gregory is one of many places to find adventure outdoors in Crestline. In the forest near town is the Heart Rock Trail. This scenic trail leads hikers to a one-of-a-kind rock formation with a heart-shaped hole near a waterfall. The annual Jamboree Days is a Fourth of July celebration that draws people from all over to celebrate with vendors, a parade, and fireworks.
