Not all trails are steep, sun exposed, backpack-lugging adventures. In fact, a huge portion of them are the complete opposite, and therefore, suitable for small children. I browsed through my entire website to put together a list of the best SoCal hikes for small...
San Bernardino Hikes
Stoddard Canyon Falls: Rock Slide & Pool
Miles: 0.75 Time: 45 min Difficulty: Moderate Best Season: Spring Elevation Gain: 160 ft Max Elevation: 3781 Type of Trail: Out & Back Parking Lot: Dirt Lot, Fits 30+ Cars Dogs: Allowed on a leash Restrooms: Not Available Trail Popularity: High Pics Taken On: May...
Etiwanda Falls: San Bernardino’s Most Popular Waterfall
Miles: 3.19 Time: 1.5 hrs Difficulty: Easy Best Season: Spring Elevation Gain: 756 ft Max Elevation: 2823 ft Type of Trail: Out & Back Parking Lot: Dirt Lot Fits 30+ Cars Dogs: Not Allowed Restrooms: Not Available Trail Popularity: Very High Pics Taken On: Nov 30,...
Bonita Falls: 2nd Largest SoCal Waterfall + Bonus Tiers
Miles: 1.28 Time: 45 min Difficulty: Easy Best Season: Spring Elevation Gain: 443 ft Max Elevation: 3269 ft Type of Trail: Out & Back Parking Lot: Fits ≈ 10 cars Dogs: Allowed On A Leash Restrooms: Available At The Campground Trail Popularity: Very High Pics Taken...
25 Best Hikes in Southern California: Falls, Ruins, Peaks
Looking for abandoned creepy places, breathtaking views, and stunning waterfalls? Say no more. I browsed through my entire site and chose the trails which I believe are the most breathtaking, jaw-dropping, hikes that'll leave you thinking, "How is this located in...
Big Falls Trail: SoCal’s Largest Waterfall
Total Miles: 0.66 Time: 25 min Difficulty: Easy Best Season: Spring - Summer Elevation Gain: 174 ft Max Elevation: 6016 ft Type of Trail: Out & Back Parking Lot: Fits ≈ 20 cars Dogs: Allowed On A Leash Restrooms: Available At The Parking Lot Trail Popularity: High...
Best Big Bear Hikes: For Beginners & Experienced
Big Bear, CA is a beautiful mountain town located in the San Bernardino National Forest. It’s home to ancient Western Juniper trees, Big Bear Lake, two winter resorts, and of course, multiple forest hikes. Today I’d like to share with you the four best Big Bear...
Woodland Trail: Best Big Bear Snow Hike For Kids
Distance 1.6 MilesTime1-1.5 HrsDifficulty EasySeasonAll YearElevation Gain232 FtThe Woodland Trail is an easy 1.5-mile round trip hike for the whole family located in Big Bear, CA. The loop includes 16 numbered markers along the trail which can be used along with a...
Cougar Crest Trail: Best Big Bear Lake View
Distance 5.6 MilesTime2.5-3 HrsDifficulty ModerateSeasonAll YearElevation Gain895 FtAre you looking for the best views of Big Bear Lake? Look no further, and hike up to Cougar Crest. Cougar Crest Trail is a 5.6-mile hike located in the San Bernardino mountains that...
San Antonio Falls: Drone Video Of Falls In The Snow
Miles: 1.33 Time: 30 min Difficulty: Easy Best Season: Spring Elevation Gain: 277 ft Max Elevation: 6425 ft Type of Trail: Out & Back Parking Lot: Fits 30+ cars Dogs: Allowed On A Leash Restrooms: Not Available Trail Popularity: Very High Looking for an easy...
Castle Rock Trail: Fun Hike at Big Bear Lake
Distance 2.6 MilesTime2 HrsDifficulty Easy-ModerateSeasonAll YearElevation Gain600+ FtCastle Rock Trail in Big Bear, California, is a 2.6 mile hike that is heavily trafficked. The peak allows for an elevation gain of 600 feet, or more, with views of the entire Big...
Heart Rock Trail: 25ft Falls & A Heart Shaped Hole
Total Miles: 1.87 Time: 45 min Difficulty: Easy Best Season: Spring Elevation Gain: 392 Ft Max Elevation: 4175 Ft Type of Trail: Out & Back Parking Lot: Fits ≈ 15 cars Dogs: Allowed On A Leash Restrooms: Not Available Trail Popularity: High Looking for an easy and...
Lake Gregory Complete Guide & Events
At Lake Gregory, expect an inflatable water park, sandy beaches, and giant water slides all surrounded by tons of majestic cedar pine trees! The lake, which is an 84-acre reservoir in the town of Crestline, lies within the San Bernardino Mountains at an elevation of...
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