Facility Overview

The Lake Gregory San Moritz Parking Lot, often referred to as Lot C or the San Moritz Lodge Lot, is a primary parking facility situated at 24635 San Moritz Drive in Crestline, California. Positioned right along the scenic western cove of Lake Gregory in the San Bernardino Mountains, this open-air surface parking facility provides convenient, paved vehicular access for park visitors and event attendees. Because it is a flat, uncovered ground-level asphalt lot, there are no overhead structural clearance restrictions, making it exceptionally accommodating for a diverse array of vehicle classes. Drivers piloting standard sedans, compact hatchbacks, lifted pickup trucks, full-size SUVs, minivans, and roof-rack-equipped overland vehicles can maneuver and park without any vertical clearance concerns. Oversized vehicles and vans carrying kayaks, paddleboards, or outdoor sporting gear will find the lot spacious and accessible.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

This car park serves as the dedicated gateway to the historic San Moritz Lodge, a premier mountain wedding and banquet destination nestled among fragrant cedar and pine trees. Direct footpaths immediately link the parking bays to the Lake Gregory Trail, a scenic 2.7-mile perimeter walking loop that circles the 84-acre mountain reservoir. Within a comfortable 3 to 10-minute walk along the water’s edge, visitors can reach the Lake Gregory South Beach swimming zone, the inflatable water park, watercraft rental docks for kayaks and pedal boats, and prime shoreline fishing points stocked with rainbow trout. The bustling Crestline village center, featuring mountain cafes, artisan bakeries, and antique shops, is located just a brief 3-minute drive or a leisurely lakeside stroll to the south.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Access to the San Moritz Parking Lot is seamless via San Moritz Drive, easily reached from California State Route 138 (SR-138) and Lake Gregory Drive. The entry and exit points feature wide turning aprons designed to maintain fluid two-way traffic during busy summer weekends and large lodge gatherings. Crestline is served regionally by Mountain Transit bus lines (Route 24), providing public transit connections between Crestline, Lake Arrowhead, and San Bernardino transfer stations. Drivers traveling up from the Inland Empire, San Bernardino, and greater Los Angeles can reach the facility via California State Route 18 (Rim of the World Highway) transitioning onto SR-138, experiencing an easy ascent followed by direct entry into the parking grounds.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

• Paved open-air surface parking with clearly delineated standard and accessible stalls.
• Zero vertical height restrictions, accommodating high-profile SUVs, vans, and rooftop cargo carriers.
• Convenient digital mobile payments powered via the ParkMobile app and on-site automated pay kiosks.
• Dedicated ADA-accessible parking spaces adjacent to the main paved pathway and lodge entrance.
• Direct trail access to the Lake Gregory nature path, picnic grounds, and shoreline fishing access.
• Trash receptacles and nearby public restroom facilities within the park grounds.
• Scenic mountain and lake views surrounded by mature alpine pine forest.

Ideal For

• Guests attending weddings, private banquets, and corporate conferences at the San Moritz Lodge.
• Hikers, trail runners, and dog walkers exploring the scenic Lake Gregory perimeter walking loop.
• Families and day-trippers visiting the Lake Gregory South Beach, waterslides, and splash areas.
• Anglers seeking fast access to the west cove fishing shores and fish-stocking areas.
• Paddlers and watersport enthusiasts unloading personal non-motorized watercraft and recreation gear.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Parking fees are enforced daily; drivers should be prepared to pay via ParkMobile or the on-site kiosk upon arrival to avoid citations ($2 for the first hour, $1 per additional hour, up to a $10 daily maximum). During peak summer weekends and major holidays such as Memorial Day and the 4th of July, Lake Gregory draws large crowds, so arriving before 10:00 AM is strongly recommended to secure optimal parking stalls. If attending an evening event or wedding at San Moritz Lodge, ensure your parking session covers the entire duration of your stay. When traveling in winter, keep traction devices or tire chains in your vehicle, as mountain conditions along San Moritz Drive and SR-138 can change rapidly during snowstorms.