National Parks Near Ontario, California

Plan your next outdoor adventure with our complete guide to 56 national parks near Ontario. The closest park is just 27.7 miles away—perfect for a quick day trip.

56
Parks Within Range
4
Within 100 Miles
27.7
Miles to Closest

Closest Parks (Within 100 Miles)

Perfect for day trips from Ontario

⭐ Closest
Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail
27.7 mi (~33 min)

Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail

Richmond, Arizona
National Historic Trail
Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area
64.1 mi (~1 hr 17 min)

Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area

Calabasas, California
National Recreation Area
César E. Chávez National Monument
95.6 mi (~1 hr 55 min)

César E. Chávez National Monument

Keene, California
National Monument
Cabrillo National Monument
99 mi (~1 hr 59 min)

Cabrillo National Monument

San Diego, California
National Monument

Weekend Getaways (100-200 Miles)

Great for weekend trips from Ontario

Joshua Tree National Park
104.3 mi (~2 hr 5 min)

Joshua Tree National Park

Twentynine Palms, California
National Park
Channel Islands National Park
129.6 mi (~2 hr 36 min)

Channel Islands National Park

Ventura, California
National Park
Mojave National Preserve
141.8 mi (~2 hr 50 min)

Mojave National Preserve

Kelso, California
National Preserve
Castle Mountains National Monument
168.3 mi (~3 hr 22 min)

Castle Mountains National Monument

Barstow, California
National Monument
Death Valley National Park
170 mi (~3 hr 24 min)

Death Valley National Park

Death Valley, California
National Park
Manzanar National Historic Site
186.1 mi (~3 hr 43 min)

Manzanar National Historic Site

Independence, California
National Historic Site
Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks
190.5 mi (~3 hr 49 min)

Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks

Three Rivers, California
National Parks

Extended Adventures (200-300 Miles)

Perfect for long weekend adventures from Ontario

Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument
207.7 mi (~4 hr 9 min)

Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument

Nevada
National Monument
Lake Mead National Recreation Area
228.6 mi (~4 hr 34 min)

Lake Mead National Recreation Area

Arizona
National Recreation Area
Devils Postpile National Monument
258.3 mi (~5 hr 10 min)

Devils Postpile National Monument

California
National Monument
Pinnacles National Park
260.3 mi (~5 hr 12 min)

Pinnacles National Park

California
National Park
Grand Canyon-Parashant National Monument
277.3 mi (~5 hr 33 min)

Grand Canyon-Parashant National Monument

Arizona
National Monument
Yosemite National Park
282.4 mi (~5 hr 39 min)

Yosemite National Park

California
National Park

Planning Your Visit from Ontario

Ontario is perfectly positioned for exploring national parks across the region. With 4 parks within 100 miles, you can enjoy incredible outdoor adventures without extensive travel. Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail is your closest option at just 27.7 miles—approximately 33 min by car.

Best practices: Check individual park pages for current conditions, entrance fees, and reservation requirements. Many parks offer America the Beautiful passes for frequent visitors. Remember to practice Leave No Trace principles and respect all park regulations during your visit.

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