Posted in Southern California Natural Wonders, Nature March 26, 2016 by Angela

These 11 Breathtaking Views In Southern California Could Be Straight Out Of The Movies

Southern California offers up some epic views all over the state that are quite cinematic. Whether or not these gorgeous landscapes have actually made an appearance in a movie, these spots are definitely worthy of the big screen. Take a look at these shots of SoCal to see if you recognize where they were taken. Bonus points if you can identify any movies where they may have made an appearance.

1. The twists, turns and curves you will experience on this scenic stretch of Glendora Mountain Road will make you feel a bit like James Bond in an epic car chase so make sure to buckle up.

2. The San Diego Pier Cafe stands out in a crowd. Not only is the view from the restaurant a visual feast, but the cafe itself is so photogenic that I'm sure it's made an appearance in a movie or two.

3. The view of Mt. Baldy is the real deal and not some fake backdrop in a movie to create the illusion of a magnificent mountain off in the distance.

4. The foothills in the mountain areas of Southern California offer an extraordinary aerial view of the surrounding area that deserve to be on the big screen.

5. Is this place real or make believe? This vibrant view from the California Screamin' roller coaster at Disney California Adventure looks like it could be right out of an animated feature.

6. As they say in the movie biz, the view at Imperial Beach in San Diego is cinematic, baby.

7. The view of the New Point Loma Lighthouse surrounded by palm trees is a classic SoCal shot that would be a hit in any movie.

8. Mt. Baden-Powell in the San Gabriel Mountains looks like a perfect setting for an adventure flick.

9. This view from the Griffith Observatory in Los Angeles is definitely movie-worthy.

10. The view of Santiago Canyon would make any movie look epic.

11. Every SoCal movie needs a view of the harbor. How about this one? Looks picture-perfect to me!

It’s hard to believe that this place we call Southern California is actually real and not some fictional image right out of the movies. These pictures really capture the magic of what it’s like to live here. Aren’t we lucky?!

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