Embark on a scenic hike to Hidden Lake Bluff Lake, a hidden gem in Big Bear Lake. Join a local tour guide for a Jeep adventure and explore the beautiful hiking areas of Big Bear Lake.
- Bluff Lake Reserve - Bluff Lake is a hidden Big Bear secret. Some locals who have lived in Big Bear for 15 years don’t even know it’s here! It is by far the most gorgeous place in Big Bear to spend a morning in nature.
- Champion Lodgepole Pine - A morning at Bluff Lake is the best way to spend a day in Big Bear no matter what season it is! Our tour starts with a drive up to Bluff Lake Reserve in my SUV. Spring through fall I lead hikers on tours all over Bluff Lake, the upper portion of Castle Rock and Skyline Trail. The easy version of this hike is about a two-mile hike over the mostly flat ground, not much altitude gain. This is a great hike for kids. We can even stop on the hike and I’ll teach kids a bit about our local butterflies and instruct them on the best technic to photograph butterflies. We will hike over to our Champion Lodgepole Pine; Which is the oldest and largest tree in our national forest. If you want to do the moderate hike to upper Castle Rock (Castle Rock is the most popular trail in the Big Bear Valley), this hike is available the same pricing. Us locals prefer to hike a less traveled trail starting from the top near Bluff Lake to Castle Rock. It’s prettier and not a crowded hike. This hike has a lot more altitude gain and is about 4 miles round trip.
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Bluff Lake is a concealed treasure in Big Bear, known for its breathtaking beauty. Surprisingly, numerous Big Bear residents are unaware of its presence, tucked three miles away up a secluded dirt road. Embarking on this secret wilderness lake journey with a local guide is an excellent approach to explore some of Big Bear Lake’s most aesthetically appealing hiking trails. Your group will be gathered in my Jeep and I will chauffeur you up the forest trail, introducing you to the flora we encounter and the fascinating chronicle of the Big Bear Valley. Upon hitting the Bluff Lake Reserve, we will indulge in one of the most picturesque hikes in Big Bear Lake. This trek is amenable to strollers, catering to those who wish to bring along young children.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.