Just like the historic Ridge Route was before the Grapevine connected motorists from Southern and Central California, think of Frazier Park as less a destination than a gateway. It’s your invitation to a weekend of relaxation in the Los Padres National Forest.

Less than an hour’s drive from Bakersfield sits a mountain town with its own, summery vibe. Beyond town stretches a quiet expanse of wilderness spotted with quaint getaways.