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Indian Vista Scenic Overlook
Banning Pass
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Mountain Views
📸 Scenic
💎 Hidden Gem
Hwy 243 overlook with the IE's most dramatic high-elevation view of the San Gorgonio Pass.
Indian Vista is a roadside overlook along Hwy 243 between Banning and Idyllwild with panoramic views of the San Gorgonio Pass, the wind farms, and the entire San Bernardino Valley.
🌟 Why Locals Love It
Three-county view from a five-minute stop.
What to Expect
Roadside parking, dramatic vistas, photographers.
💡 Good to Know Before You Go
Drive carefully — narrow Hwy 243 curves.
📍 Local Tip
Stop here on the drive up to Idyllwild for sunset photos.
Best Time to Visit
Year-round; clearest after winter storms.
Notable Features
Panoramic overlook
Hwy 243 scenic drive
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