Goldmine Peak Mountain Vista

A Fire-Lookout Perch Above Big Bear

Mounted at an elevation of 8,650 feet on Goldmine Peak, this camera looks out across the San Bernardino Mountains from one of the range's highest vantage points. The rotating feed sweeps across ridgelines, canyons, and the valley floor far below, giving a rare bird's-eye perspective on this stretch of Southern California's high country.

Forested Slopes and Open Ridgelines

The foreground is dominated by dense stands of pine and fir, thinning into chaparral-covered slopes as the terrain drops toward the desert basin beyond. Distant mountain ranges layer the horizon, illustrating the scale of the San Bernardino National Forest that surrounds Big Bear on every side.

A Working Camera for Regional Monitoring

Beyond its scenic value, the camera doubles as a situational-awareness tool, helping track conditions across its wide coverage area. This dual purpose makes it a valued resource both for casual viewers enjoying the mountain scenery and for those keeping an eye on the surrounding wildlands.