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Ride Around Big Bear Mountain -Bike riders will leave from Sylvan Park in Redlands, ride over to the 330, go up through Running Springs and Snow Valley and then across to Big Bear Lake. Riders will continue on through Big Bear City and down the 38, going over Onyx Summit and through Angeles Oaks. The [...]

We took a short hike over to the Pacific Crest Trail this morning.  The weather is sunny but overcast. The above photo was taken looking at the east end of Lucerne Valley from the Pacific Crest Trail. Straight across is Las Vegas. Pacific Crest Trail from Cougar Crest.

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Saturday was beautiful. The temperatures were in the mid-fifties and the sky was a deep bright blue. We wanted to go out and take some pictures so we thought we would head up behind Bear Mountain. We drove around past the Zoo and the crowded Resort, but the back road was blocked with snow.
 
We then [...]

The weather this next week is expected to be sunny and clear. The snow conditions remain crisp in the mornings, but this may give way to “Spring Conditions” by next weekend. Temperatures are expected to reach 60 degrees by the end of the week.
 
Fishermen are beginning to line the shores. You are most likely to [...]

Spring feels like it is getting closer. The mountains are still covered in snow and the Resorts are full of boarders and skiers. But the daytime temperatures are in the mid-fifties. The weather is beautiful!
 
We saw a hummingbird looking for food yesterday. It’s still a bit early for them. We probably still have a few [...]

If you are coming to Big Bear this weekend, check your route before heading up. Highway 18 is closed from Running Springs to the Big Bear Dam. Alternate routes are Highway 38 from Redlands or Highway 18 from Victorville through Lucerne Valley. They are hoping to re-open Highway 18 sometime late today (Friday). Hopefully the [...]

Big Bear Lake Tour

The four seasons of Big Bear are sharply defined. Springtime in the Valley brings a dramatic respite from winter’s snowy grip, as Big Bear Lake begins to swell from the melting runoff. The mountain and desert wildflowers break free and the birds who migrated to warmer climates for the winter, come home [...]

The Big Bear Lake Discovery Center is a child and pet friendly environment. It was established 10 years ago for education and information by the San Bernardino National Forest Service. It’s a great place to pick up maps for mountain biking, hiking and camping. You can also purchase Adventure Passes and permits for campfires and woodcutting.
 
The [...]

It’s 11:00 AM on Saturday. Temperatures are in the 50’s  (Mountain Temperatures), it looks like most off the snow-making equipment has been turned off. If you’re planing on snowboarding or skiing, early morning and later in the day will be ideal. For off-roading, try Polique Canyon (MAP). You’ll need a 4×4 and a cell phone (check [...]

During the winter, the best hiking is out in the east valley, especially behind Baldwin Lake. Daytime temperatures are usually warmer causing the snow to melt. Wildlife in the area includes coyote, squirrel, rabbit, hawks, ravens and occasional eagles.
 
Take 2N02  (Map) into the hills. After a quarter of a mile, you’ll see areas where you [...]