Hiking in Big Bear Valley
We love to hike this beautiful mountain valley. There are so many choices from beginner hikes to aggressive mountain trails. There is something for everyone.
Sawmill Pebble Plains
Half a block away from our front door is a 700 acre preserve known as the Sawmill Pebble plain. Walk out our front door and head down slope on Alameda and the trail head can be found right there. Click here to down load the map
Castle Rock trail
Castle Rock Trail is a 2.6 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Big Bear Lake, California that features a great forest setting and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from March until October. Dogs are also able to use this trail.
Pine Knot trail to Grand View point
Pine Knot Trail to Grand View Point is a 6.1 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Big Bear Lake, California that features a lake and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from March until November. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
Bertha Peak Trail
Bertha Peak Trail is a 6.8 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Big Bear City, California that features a lake and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking and trail running and is best used from March until September. Dogs are also able to use this trail.
Cougar Crest
Cougar Crest Trail is a 5.2 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Big Bear City, California that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from March until November. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
Champion Lodge Pole
Champion Lodgepole via Castle Rock Trail is a 5.8 mile loop trail located near Big Bear Lake, California and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail.
Woodland Trail
Woodland Trail is a 1.6 mile lightly trafficked loop trail located near Big Bear City, California that features a lake and is good for all skill levels. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from March until November. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
Alpine Pedal Path
Alpine Pedal Path Trail is a 5.4 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Big Bear Lake, California that features a lake and is good for all skill levels. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from March until November. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. This is a very easy path for the whole family from young children to the grand parents.
Butler Peak
Butler Peak Trail is a 9.1 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Big Bear City, California that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from March until October. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.