Featured hikes
Bristlecone Trail
Big Bear Lake
An easy, mostly flat 2.8-mile trail through pine forest near Snow Summit — one of the most accessible dog-friendly hikes in Big Bear.
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Lighthouse Trailer Resort
Big Bear City
Lighthouse Trailer Resort & Marina in Big Bear City, San Bernardino County, Southern California, offers a welcoming retreat for travelers with trailers, campers, and tent trailers.
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Maple Hill Trails
Big Bear Lake
A 213-acre trail network in Big Bear City with more than 10 miles of dog-friendly singletrack across four loops, from easy woodland strolls to intermediate mountain-bike terrain.
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Pinnacles Trail
Lake Arrowhead
Pinnacles Trail, located in Lake Arrowhead, San Bernardino County, Southern California, offers a picturesque hiking experience for outdoor enthusiasts and their furry companions.
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Sugar Loaf
Big Bear Lake
To get on the Sugarloaf National Recreation Trail, start from Hwy 38 at Hatchery Road. Accessible via Forest Road 2N93, this challenging trek leads to the summit of Sugarloaf Mountain, Big Bear's tallest peak.
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Jenks Lake Trail
Big Bear City
A small alpine lake at 6,800 feet in San Bernardino National Forest with a paved half-mile loop — leashed dogs welcome at the picnic area, shoreline, and connecting trails.
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Big Bear City
Pine-ringed meadows at 7,100 feet above Big Bear Lake, reached via Forest Service Road 2N19 — leashed dogs welcome throughout the dispersed area.
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ADA accessible dog-friendly trails in Southern California
Southern California’s diverse landscape — from mountain lakes to desert oases to coastal bluffs — offers a surprising number of paved and accessible trails where handlers with mobility needs and their dogs can enjoy the outdoors together. Whether we’re talking…
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Dog-friendly camping in the Inland Empire
The Inland Empire doesn’t get much camping love in the usual roundups, which is a mistake. The San Bernardino Mountains sit 90 minutes from most of Southern California, and the range from lakeside USFS campgrounds to free dispersed camping means…
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Big Bear Lake: mountain fun with your pup
Big Bear Lake is a tail-wagging alpine getaway just hours from Southern California, with forested trails, a flat shoreline path, and dog-friendly boat rentals on the lake. Crisp mountain air and laid-back charm make it an ideal escape for dogs…
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Puptopia Festival: Big Bear’s free dog-friendly summer event
The Big Bear Puptopia Festival on July 26 is a free day of dog-friendly fun featuring a giant Pawground, stunt dog shows, agility courses, a grooming Spaw, and vendors selling gourmet treats.
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California’s best dog-friendly sports bars
Catch the big game with your dog at these 10 California sports bars, from Riddick's in Redding to spots in Big Bear, Fort Bragg and South Lake Tahoe. Few things are better than catching the big game with good friends…
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California’s top tail-wagging destinations: Adventure awaits
A south-to-north road trip through California's best dog-friendly destinations, from Ocean Beach in San Diego and Runyon Canyon in LA to Big Bear Lake, Carmel Beach and beyond. Each stop pairs off-leash fun with pet-welcoming hotels and cafes.
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