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Moonridge Coffee Company

Moonridge Coffee Company

Moonridge Coffee Company – Where Big Bear Starts Its Morning Tucked under tall pines just minutes from the slopes, Moonridge Coffee Company is where Big Bear mornings begin—with the aroma of freshly brewed coffee, sizzling breakfast burritos, and that unmistakable...

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The Copper Q

The Copper Q – Big Bear’s Artisan Café & Culinary Boutique In the heart of Big Bear Village, The Copper Q offers a unique experience where food, coffee, and creativity come together. Known for its cozy atmosphere and stylish retail...

A wooded trail with a big bear visible in the background, surrounded by trees and natural foliage.

Sand Canyon Road Viewpoint

Sand Canyon Road Viewpoint Length: 4.6 Miles Difficulty: Moderate The Sand Canyon Road Viewpoint Trail offers a moderate out-and-back route just outside Big Bear City. The trail follows a quiet forest service road that steadily climbs through open terrain, leading...

Scenic view of Jeff's Lake Trail in Big Bear, showcasing lush greenery and a winding path through the forest.

Jenks Lake Trail

Jenks Lake Trail Length: 3.1 miles  Difficulty: Easy Escape into the San Bernardino National Forest on this family‑friendly trail alongside Frog Creek. Starting from Barton Flats Visitor Center, the path climbs gently for about a mile before reaching the serene Jenks...

A sign on the trail marking "Hiking Trail" for Cougar Crest Trail at Big Bear Lake.

Cougar Crest Trail

Cougar Crest Trail Length: 4.8 mile  Difficulty: Moderate The Cougar Crest Trail offers a peaceful yet rewarding hike through pine and oak forests with steady elevation gain and beautiful lake views. Starting near the Discovery Center, the trail gradually climbs...

A wooded trail featuring trees and rocks, with a big bear visible in the background.

Bow Canyon to Moon Ridge Loop

Bow Canyon to Moon Ridge Loop Length: 2.3 miles  Difficulty: Moderate Begin at the Ridgecrest Drive trailhead (about 1 mile southeast of Bear Mountain Golf Course) . The loop climbs steadily northeast along forested trails, reaching scenic viewpoints atop Moon Ridge. On...

Scenic view of a tranquil lake surrounded by mountains, captured from a hilltop perspective.

Bertha Peak Trail

Bertha Peak Trail Length: 7.2 mile  Difficulty: Moderate Bertha Peak Trail in Big Bear Lake is a 7.2-mile round-trip hike that climbs over 1,400 feet to reach an 8,201-foot summit. Starting near Cougar Crest Trailhead, this moderately challenging trail offers...

Panoramic vista from Castle Rock Peak, showcasing Big Bear Lake and the surrounding mountainous landscape.

Castle Rock Peak

Castle Rock Trail Length: 1.42 mile  Difficulty: Moderate Castle Rock Trailhead is located just off Big Bear Blvd (Hwy 18), about 1 mile east of Boulder Bay Park. Look for a small brown wooden trail sign on the south side...

Scenic view of Big Bear mountains and clouds from a hiking trail, showcasing natural beauty and expansive sky.

Wildhorse Creek Trail

Wildhorse Creek Trail Length: 6.6 miles  Difficulty: Hard Located in the San Bernardino National Forest, Wildhorse Creek Trail offers a challenging out-and-back hike with steady elevation gain through sparse oak forest. Though it doesn’t follow a creek, the trail rewards...