Featured hikes
Alpine Pedal Path
Big Bear Lake
The Alpine Pedal Path is located along the north shore of Big Bear Lake.
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Big Bear Lake
Big Bear Lake
Drive 100 miles northeast of Los Angeles, and you’ll climb into another world.
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Bobsled Trail
Big Bear Lake
The medium to difficult 2 miles round trip Bobsled Trail at Snow Summit is a popular mountain trail located in Big Bear Lake.
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Boulder Bay Park
Big Bear Lake
Boulder Bay Park in Big Bear Lake, located in San Bernardino County within the Inland Empire, is a must-visit destination for dog owners seeking a picturesque outdoor experience.
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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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Cabin 89 trail
Big Bear Lake
Explore the scenic wonders of the Cabin 89 trail in Big Bear Lake, San Bernardino County, Inland Empire.
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Castle Rock Trail
Big Bear Lake
Big Bear Lake has many trails, the most popular of which is the Castle Rock trail. The Castle Rock Trailhead is conveniently located 1.1 miles east of Big Bear Dam on State Highway 18, or 3 miles west of Big Bear Lake Village.
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Champion Lodgepole Trail
Big Bear Lake
Embark on a delightful Big Bear Lake hike through the serene alpine meadows leading to Bluff Lake.
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Cougar Crest Trailhead
Big Bear Lake
The dog-friendly Cougar Crest Trailhead in Big Bear Lake is a beautiful walk, where you'll wander among towering pine trees, meander past twisting junipers, marvel at the red bark of manzanitas, and admire the resilience of spiny cacti.
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Gold Fever Trail
Big Bear Lake
The Gold Fever Trail in Big Bear Lake offers a unique and engaging way to explore the rich history of the Holcomb Valley, a key site of the 1860s gold rush.
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Grout Bay Loop bike trail
Big Bear Lake
Discover the scenic Grout Bay Loop bike trail at Big Bear Lake in San Bernardino County, Inland Empire. This 13-mile intermediate-level route offers a thrilling adventure for outdoor enthusiasts and their furry companions.
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Happy Hills Trail
Big Bear Lake
Happy Hills Trail in Big Bear Lake is a delightful, ADA-compliant path that offers a great outdoor experience for all, including your furry friends as it's dog-friendly.
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John Bull Loop trail
Big Bear Lake
The John Bull Loop Trail near Big Bear, California, is a renowned off-road adventure for enthusiasts seeking rugged terrain and stunning vistas.
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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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Mountain Top Loop
Big Bear Lake
Discover the Mountain Top Loop trail, located at the summit of Snow Summit in Big Bear Lake, San Bernardino County, Southern California.
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Pine Knot Trail
Big Bear Lake
The Pine Knot Trail in Big Bear Lake starts from the Aspen Glen Picnic Area on Mill Creek Road.
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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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Rathbun Creek Trail
Big Bear Lake
The Rathbun Creek Trail in Big Bear Lake offers a serene and accessible outdoor experience. This flat, paved dog-friendly path is ideal for strollers and wheelchairs, ensuring that everyone, regardless of mobility, can enjoy the natural beauty of the area.
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San Bernardino National Forest
Big Bear Lake
The San Bernardino National Forest, encompassing the Big Bear Lake Recreation Area, is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and their furry companions in Big Bear Lake, San Bernardino County, within the Inland Empire region.
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Skyline Trail
Big Bear Lake
The Skyline Trail in Big Bear Lake is a scenic 15-mile route that runs along the mountainous ridge of the South Shore.
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Stanfield Marsh Boardwalk
Big Bear Lake
The Stanfield Marsh Wildlife and Waterfowl Preserve offers a tranquil and engaging experience for visitors.
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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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Towne Trail
Big Bear Lake
Starting at Snow Summit, the Towne Trail in Big Bear Lake is a dog-friendly path that meanders through the south shore woodlands of Big Bear, offering splendid views of the lake and the north shore.
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Woodland Interpretive Trail
Big Bear Lake
Big Bear Lake is home to many great dog-friendly trails to hike with your dog. The Woodland Interpretive Trail is one of them.
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Alpine Pedal Path Trail 1E50
Big Bear Lake
Paved 3.2-mile lakeside path along Big Bear's north shore, perfect for easy on-leash walks with scenic mountain and lake views.
Read moreChildren’s Forest
Big Bear Lake
Hike a gentle 4.5-mile forest trail with your leashed dog through impressive pines near Running Springs, featuring a paved interpretive loop and shaded canopy.
Read morePolique Canyon trailhead
Big Bear Lake
Access a scenic stretch of the Pacific Crest Trail with your leashed dog from this trailhead east of Big Bear, with pine forest hiking and views of the San Gabriel range.
Read moreSkyline Trail 2N10 Public
Big Bear Lake
Hike an 8.5-mile ridgeline trail with your leashed dog along Big Bear Lake's south shore, winding through pine forest with frequent lake and mountain views.
Read moreTruck Trails Big Bear Ca
Big Bear Lake
Explore a network of scenic forest road trails above Big Bear Lake with your leashed dog, featuring panoramic views and shaded pine-forest paths in the San Bernardino National Forest.
Read moreVilla Grove trailhead
Big Bear Lake
Explore Big Bear's rare pebble plain habitat with your leashed dog on easy trails through wildflower meadows, accessible from this Moonridge-area trailhead.
Read moreWoodland Trail 1E23
Big Bear Lake
Easy 1.5-mile self-guided nature loop near Fawnskin, ideal for a relaxed on-leash hike with your dog through shaded forest.
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Splash hits: Summer delights for water-loving dogs
The dog days of summer are here! Got a pup who loves the water? California's rivers, lakes and coastal landscapes welcome four-legged family members with paw-some adventures.
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Dive into summer at Big Bear Lake
Big Bear Lake boasts 300 days of sunshine and dark nights perfect for stargazing, but that's just the start. This mountain jewel in the San Bernardino National Forest also has great fishing, boating and water activities, hiking and biking trails…
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Puptopia Festival
Calling all dog lovers and pet parents! You're invited to come out to the Big Bear Puptopia Festival on July 25 for a tail-wagging day of fun in Veterans Park. Enjoy the Pawground, relax in the K9 Lounge, watch stunt…
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26 dog-friendly cabins in Big Bear
26 dog-friendly cabins across Big Bear and the San Bernardino Mountains, from Big Bear Lake to Yermo, drawn from DogTrekker's directory of vetted pet-welcoming properties.
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Pups for the planet: leaving only paw prints
This Earth Day, DogTrekker is celebrating something worth wagging about: our community. A recent reader survey shows 99% of you pack it in and pack it out, and 95% leash up in sensitive habitats. Now, that’s a pack worth howling…
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Dog-friendly Memorial Day weekend in California: 6 escapes
Six dog-friendly California escapes for Memorial Day weekend: North Lake Tahoe, the Mendocino coast, Big Bear Lake, Avila Beach, Bishop and the Eastern Sierra, and Bodega Bay. Each pick includes real places to stay, and why the rooms book out…
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