You’re never far away from the marvelous outdoors when you book a motorhome in Banning . In fact, the 800,000+ acre San Bernardino National Forest is only 30 miles to the North. It’s popular for its scenic canyon rides on tram cars, and mountain hiking and climbing. Plus, the park offers free camping, so that’s always a bonus. About 25 miles in the opposite direction is Mt. San Jacinto State Park. Here you can sample a section of the 2,650-mile Pacific Crest Trail which runs from Mexico to Canada and passes through three western US states. Not willing to put in that effort but want a magnificent view just the same? Then ride the rotating Palm Springs Aerial Tramway that’ll fast track you to the Mountain Station, where there are 50 miles of hiking trails waiting to be explored. If you’d rather hit the coastal road, the starting point of California State Highway 1 or the Pacific Coast Highway is about an hour away by RV trailer rental in Banning. The coastal route doesn’t officially start at San Juan Capistrano, but you’re welcome to make a detour in San Diego for an incredible view of the city and its bay from atop the Cabrillo National Monument. Leaving San Diego, you can pass through Los Angeles’ Sunset Boulevard and some of Malibu’s sumptuous beaches. Venture out to some of Ventura’s surf spots, or visit Santa Barbara’s zoo, museum, and gorgeous botanical garden. Take in the expansive views from Big Sur’s Bixby Bridge, overlooking rugged cliffs and pounding surf. Then, you can stop by Monterey’s prime whale watching spots before rounding it out in San Francisco . Ride their famous cable car tram or grab a bite at the Fisherman’s Wharf and cap off your journey with a snap of the iconic Golden Gate Bridge. Should you decide to continue on to Napa Valley’s wine country or Yosemite National Park with your Banning camper rental, you can fit both into a day trip, ideally spending the night in one of Yosemite’s many campgrounds.