Barton Flats is a recreation area located in the San Bernardino National Forest near San Gorgonio Mountain. The nearest major town is Big Bear Lake, California.
History
A fire began approximately at 4:00 PM on June 17, 2015, behind Camp de Benneville Pines in the Jenks Lake area of Barton Flats. The cause remains unknown.
The flames traveled east and southeast. The surrounding Mojave Desert was filled with ash and smoke, hiding the sun for three days. On June 27, rain put out the fire.
Geography
Barton Flats is the southern gateway to Big Bear Lake, California, via California State Route 38.
Jenks Lake is located in the Barton Flats area. In addition, there are several trailheads located in Barton Flats. Most notably, the South Fork Santa Ana River trail.
References
- Larkin, Michael; Klein, Asher (June 18, 2015). "Fire Burns 10,000 Acres in San Bernardino National Forest, Structures Threatened". NBC Los Angeles. Retrieved February 2, 2024.
- Juarez, Leticia (June 19, 2015). "Lake Fire scorches 13,000 acres in remote area of San Bernardino National Forest". ABC News. Retrieved February 2, 2024.
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