Hikes near Inland Empire
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Alpine Pedal Path
Big Bear Lake
The Alpine Pedal Path is located along the north shore of Big Bear Lake. Starting from the Stanfield Cutoff and…
Big Bear Lake: a four-paw adventure in Southern California’s alpine country
Big Bear Lake
Big Bear Lake offers a dog-friendly paradise nestled in the picturesque San Bernardino National Forest, just 100 miles northeast of…
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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…
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…
Bristlecone Trail
Big Bear Lake
Located in Big Bear Lake near Snow Summit and the Buttercup Campground in San Bernardino County’s Inland Empire, the Bristlecone…
Cabin 89 trail
Big Bear Lake
Explore the scenic wonders of the Cabin 89 trail in Big Bear Lake, San Bernardino County, Inland Empire. This trail…
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…
Centennial Park
Ontario
Centennial Park was developed in 1983 with park development funds. The park was originally named Campus Avenue Ontario Centennial Park which…
Champion Lodgepole Trail & Bluff Lake Reserve
Big Bear Lake
Embark on a delightful Big Bear Lake hike through the serene alpine meadows leading to Bluff Lake. This trail, friendly…
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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,…
Dripping Springs Trail and Campground
Temecula
Southeast of Temecula Valley Wine Country in the scenic Agua Tibia Wilderness, the dog friendly Dripping Springs Trail offers a…
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…
Grand View Point via Pine Knot Trail
Big Bear Lake
Big Bear Lake has many trails to explore. Oaks, pines, wildflowers, and spectacular views of Big Bear Lake abound along…
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…
Hanna Flat trail
Big Bear Lake
Just a 25-minute drive from downtown Big Bear Lake in San Bernardino County, the Hanna Flat trail is a dog-friendly…
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,…
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…
Lake Skinner
Winchester
Lake Skinner is a quiet dog-friendly destination for outdoor activities like fishing, boating, and picnicking. The reservoir is surrounded by…
Maple Hill Trails
Big Bear Lake
Maple Hill Trails in Big Bear Lake is a 13-acre expanse donated by RCK Properties in 2018 to the Bear…
Mohave National Preserve
Essex
Mohave National Preserve offers extensive opportunities to experience desert landscapes. The preserve promotes understanding and appreciation for the increasingly
Mountain Top Loop – Snow Summit trail
Big Bear Lake
Discover the Mountain Top Loop trail, located at the summit of Snow Summit in Big Bear Lake, San Bernardino County,…
Pacific Electric Inland Empire Trail
Rancho Cucamonga
Discover the dog-friendly Pacific Electric Inland Empire Trail, a gem nestled in the western San Bernardino Valley, California.
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. This…
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…
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…
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…
Stanfield Marsh Boardwalk
Big Bear Lake
The Stanfield Marsh Wildlife and Waterfowl Preserve offers a tranquil and engaging experience for visitors. This 145-acre preserve, established in…
Sugar Loaf National Recreation trail
Big Bear Lake
To get on the Sugarloaf National Recreation Trail, start from Hwy 38 at Hatchery Road. Accessible via Forest Road 2N93,…
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…
Vail Lake
Temecula
Dog-friendly Vail Lake, situated at the base of Oak Mountain just east of Temecula, offers a picturesque setting for outdoor…
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…
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Alpine Pedal Path
Big Bear City
Alpine Pedal Path in Big Bear City, San Bernardino County, Southern California, offers a picturesque three-and-a-half mile trail perfect for…
Barber Peak Loop Trail
Essex
Located in Essex, San Bernardino County, Southern California, the Barber Peak Loop Trail offers a picturesque 6-mile loop around Barber…
Bertha Peak via Cougar Crest Trail
Big Bear City
In Big Bear City, San Bernardino County, Southern California, adventurers can explore the scenic Bertha Peak via Cougar Crest Trail.…
Big Falls Trail
Arroyo Grande
The 1.5-mile trail is in the Santa Lucia Wilderness portion of Los Padres National Forest. Big Falls flows year-round, plunging…
Big Horn Mine
Wrightwood
In the picturesque town of Wrightwood in Southern California’s San Bernardino County, the Big Horn Mine Trail offers a delightful…
Bon View Park
Ontario
Bon View Park was traded to the City by Kelley-Moore Paint Company for the old sewer disposal site in the…
Bonita Falls Trail
Lytle Creek
Bonita Falls Trail in Lytle Creek, Southern California, offers a refreshing outdoor experience for both hikers and their furry companions.…
Butler/Abrams Trail
Rancho Mirage
The Butler/Abrams Trail in Rancho Mirage, Riverside County, offers a delightful 1.1-mile urban path that connects Frank Sinatra and Country…
Castle Rock
Fawnskin
Castle Rock Trail, located near Big Bear Lake in Fawnskin, San Bernardino County, Southern California, is a 1.6-mile out-and-back trail…
Celebration Park South
Ontario
Celebration Park South celebrates the City of Ontario's history with a concrete walkway with a timeline documenting historic events in…
Cold Spring Trail
Santa Barbara
Cold Spring Trail begins gently in shade by a creek that almost always has plenty of water. After a gentle…
Creekside Park
Ontario
Creekside Park was opened in August 1990 and serves as an outlet for Grace Yokley Middle School for physical activities,…
Cypress Avenue Park
Ontario
Located on the west side of Cypress Avenue, midway between Mission Boulevard and Phillips Street, Cypress Avenue Park was opened…
De Anza Park
Ontario
Located at the corner of Phillips Street and South Euclid Avenue De Anza Park is a spacious neighborhood park in…
Del Rancho Park
Ontario
Located on Cypress Avenue south of Francis Street in Ontario, Del Rancho Park was purchased in 1965 for park purposes…
Ernie Maxwell Scenic Trail
Idyllwild
Level: easy Elevation Gain: 300 ft. Hiking Time: 3 hours Trail Length: 5 miles Parking Permit: not needed This easy,…
Explore dog-friendly Yucaipa Regional Park
Yucaipa
Yucaipa Regional Park, with panoramic views of the San Bernardino Mountains and Mount San Gorgonio, is located near Oak Glen,
Friendly Hills Hike
Joshua Tree
Friendly Hills Hike is located just outside Joshua Tree National Park and is managed by the Mojave Desert Land Trust.
Glen Helen Regional Park
San Bernardino
Located at the base of the chaparral-covered hills of the Cajon Pass with scenic views of both the San Gabriel
Goldbud Farms
Placerville
In the picturesque Gold Country of El Dorado County, Goldbud Farms is a haven for fruit enthusiasts and dog lovers…
Grove Memorial Park
Ontario
Grove Memorial Park was an old rough and rocky dump ground that was given to the city of Ontario in…
Homer F. Briggs Memorial Park
Ontario
Purchased in 1976 with state bond funds for park purposes, Homer F. Briggs Memorial Park was originally named Oaks Avenue…
Homestead Trail
Palm Springs
The Homestead Trail, also known as The Cross Hike, is a moderate three-mile hike up to the Palm Desert Cross features beautiful…
Icehouse Canyon Trail
Mt Baldy
Icehouse Canyon is located in a beautiful wooded stream-driven section of the forest near Mt. Baldy Village. The winding trail
Indian Oaks Trailer Ranch
Temecula
Indian Oaks Trailer Ranch is in the famous Temecula Wine Country in an Oak/Pine studded paradise. Wine tours and tasting.…
Inspiration Point
Santa Barbara
Beware of kamikaze mountain bikers on this trail. This hike is a relatively moderate hike, especially if you are in good…
Kelso Dunes
Essex
About 42 miles southeast of Baker (7 miles south of Kelso Depot), then 3 miles west on a graded dirt…
La Quinta Cove Oasis
La Quinta
The La Quinta Cove Oasis Trailhead is a 114 acre natural open space area that is located at the southernmost…
Lake Cahuilla Recreation Area
La Quinta
Lake Cahuilla Recreation Area is a stunning 710-acre park with 96 individual and group campsites situated at the base of…
Lake Gregory Regional Park
Crestline
Located in the community of Crestline, Lake Gregory Regional Park is a hidden gem tucked in the cool cedar and…
Lighthouse Trailer Resort & Marina
Big Bear City
Lighthouse Trailer Resort & Marina in Big Bear City, San Bernardino County, Southern California, offers a welcoming retreat for travelers…
McCall Memorial Equestrian Park
Mountain Center
McCall Memorial Equestrian Park, located 4 miles south of Idyllwild, CA, and one-quarter mile west of Mountain Center off Highway…
McMenemy/Saddlerock/Girard Loop
Santa Barbara
This is a lovely hike in the lower parts of the mountains above Montecito. It's a very well-maintained trail, suitable…
Mid Hills to Hole-in-the-Wall Trail
Essex
From Mid Hills, the trail descends 1,200 feet to Hole-in-the-Wall through a maze of washes decorated with barrel and cholla…
Mission Creek Preserve
Desert Hot Springs
The Mission Creek Preserve trails lead to the Pacific Crest Trail that is four miles from the Trailhead Parking Area.…
Moabi Regional Park
Needles
Located along the banks of the Colorado River at the California and Arizona state lines, Moabi Regional Park is a
Mojave Narrows Regional Park
Victorville
Located alongside an old riverbed in the high desert. Mojave Narrows Regional Park offers lush plant growth, acres of waterways,
Mojave River Forks Regional Park
Hesperia
Mojave River Forks Regional Park offers camping under wide open skies away from city noises and lights. Located in the
Mount Rubidoux
Riverside
Mount Rubidoux is just west of downtown in the city of Riverside, California, United States. It has been designated as
Ontario Motor Speedway Park
Ontario
Ontario Motor Speedway Park is named after the Ontario Motor Speedway, which closed in the 1980s and is located within…
Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail
Mountain Center
Level: Strenuous Directions: Take Highway 74 out of Palm Desert (south at the Highway 111 junction) and proceed 23 miles.…
Pinnacles Trail
Lake Arrowhead
Pinnacles Trail begins at the entrance to the Rifle Range on Highway 173, north of Rock Camp and ends at…
Prado Regional Park
Chino
Prado Regional Park is a one-stop recreational paradise located in the Chino Valley basin where San Bernardino, Riverside, Orange and
Ramona Trail
Mountain Center
This moderate 3 mile one-way trail climbs 1,500 feet, offering views of Garner Valley. Starting at 4400 ft., the hike ascends…
Red Hill Community Park
Rancho Cucamonga
Located in beautiful Rancho Cucamonga, dog-friendly Red Hill Community Park is one of the largest parks in the area
Rock Spring Loop Trail
Nipton
The Rock Spring Loop Trail leads to Rock Spring, one in a series of springs that dot the Mojave Desert every…
San Antonio Falls
Mt Baldy
San Antonio Falls, located in Mt Baldy, San Bernardino County, Southern California, offers a delightful outdoor experience for both hikers…
San Gabriel Mountains National Monument
San Bernardino
San Gabriel Mountains National Monument covers 342,177 acres of the Angeles National Forest and 4,002 acres of neighboring San Bernardino…
Santa Rosa Mountain Road
Mountain Center
Level: Moderate Elevation Gain: 1000 ft. Hiking Time: 5 hours Trail Length: 10 miles Directions: To reach the beginning of…
Sawmill Trail
Palm Desert
Sawmill Trail is a dog-friendly 14 mile strenuous hike within the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument.
South Bon View Park
Ontario
South Bon View Park is located on the east side of Bon View Avenue, just north of Philadelphia Avenue. The 5-acre…
South Fork Trail
Hemet
The South Fork Trail in Hemet, Riverside County, is a challenging outdoor adventure perfect for avid hikers and their furry…
South Ridge Trail
Idyllwild
Level: Strenuous Elevation Gain: 2000 ft. Hiking Time: 4 hours Trail Length: 7 miles This moderate trail proceeds to Tahquitz…
Spitler Peak Trail
Mountain Center
In the rugged beauty of the San Bernardino National Forest, Spitler Peak Trail offers an invigorating challenge for hikers seeking…
Sunset Peak
Mt Baldy
Sunset Peak, located in Mt Baldy, San Bernardino County, Southern California, is a must-visit destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking breathtaking…
Sylvan Meadows Multi-Use Trails
Murrieta
Sylvan Meadows Multi-Use Trails, located in Murrieta, Riverside County, within the Inland Empire region, offers a picturesque setting for outdoor…
Teutonia Peak Trail
Nipton
Located in Nipton, Southern California, the Teutonia Peak Trail offers a picturesque outdoor adventure for both hikers and their furry…
Thomas Mountain Road
Mountain Center
Thomas Mountain Road in Mountain Center, Riverside County, offers a challenging hiking experience for outdoor enthusiasts and their furry companions.…
Tujunga Wash Greenway
Los Angeles
The 2-mile loop stretching between Burbank Boulevard and Victory Boulevard in Los Angeles, Southern California, is home to the Tujunga…
Tunnel Trail
Santa Barbara
Tunnel Trail is one of the most popular trails in Santa Barbara. It is within 5 minutes from downtown and…
Upper Red Canyon Walkabout
Indio
Located in Indio, Riverside County, the Upper Red Canyon Walkabout is a scenic 8-mile trail perfect for a leisurely hike…
Veterans Memorial Park
Ontario
Formerly known as D Street Park, Veterans Memorial Park connects Galanis Park and John Galvin Park. It was purchased in 1972…
Vineyard Park
Ontario
Vineyard Park was purchased in August 1964, for purposes of adjoining Vineyard Elementary School on Sixth Street and Baker Avenue.
West Cucamonga Creek Trail System
Pomona
In the heart of Pomona, the West Cucamonga Creek Trail System offers a serene escape for both nature enthusiasts and…
Whitewater Canyon View Loop Trail
Whitewater
Whitewater Canyon Loop Trail is a moderate, lightly trafficked loop trail featuring beautiful views of the Whitewater Preserve’s valley. This…
Whitewater Preserve to Cottonwood
Whitewater
The moderate-strenuous walk from Whitewater to the Cottonwood trailhead off the Haugen-Lehmann I-10 exit traverses the eastern boundary of the…
Whitewater Preserve to Red Dome
Whitewater
Walking from the Whitewater Preserve ranger station to Red Dome is an easy to moderate hike along the Pacific Crest…