Big Bear Valley: Family-Friendly Nature Hike

Discover a family-friendly nature hike in Big Bear Valley, perfect for little kids and strollers. Explore the peaceful woods, learn about local history, and encounter fascinating flora and fauna.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Mill Creek Road - There is so much unique nature for children and families to experience in Big Bear Lake. Take a family-friendly walk with me into the woods and let me teach you and your family about our native plants and the history of the Big Bear Valley. I will explain all the different plants and trees we will see on the hike and even munch on wild plants we see growing seasonably on the trailside. I will tell you and your family stories about the animals who live in this forest, even showing your children animal tracks, owl pellets and if we see any butterflies I will teach your children the secrets to taking the best butterfly photos.
    I love sharing my knowledge of this wilderness with young guests to Big Bear. As an outdoor enthusiast, I have so many tales to entertain families about our local Big Bear wildlife. If we meet any butterflies on the trail I will even give your children a quick lesson on butterfly photography!
    I feel like getting kids interested in nature when they are young is a great way to influence the future generations of outdoor lovers. Big Bear Lake is a great alpine area to learn about our local plants and animals.
What's Included
  • Carbonated beverages included
Additional Information

For half a decade, I have been guiding outdoor explorations in Big Bear. My experience in navigating Big Bear Valley’s top hiking trails spans over two decades. The majority of Big Bear’s trails tend to be demanding and are not particularly child-friendly due to their steepness. However, this particular trail is an exception as it is navigable with a stroller, a rarity amongst mountain trails. I take delight in the tranquillity and seclusion this woodland trail provides. It’s primarily traversed by locals, making it rather off-the-beaten-path and not touristy. I find pleasure in imparting knowledge about Big Bear Valley’s local history to those who join my tours. I also take delight in pointing out various native plants and animals to my younger guests, educating them about the fascinating diversity of nature, like potential encounters with indigenous insects along the paths.

Location
Skyline Trail 2N10 Public Access
Mill Creek Road
The meeting point is the junction of Tulip Lane and Mill Creek. We will drive a short distance from there to the hiking trail. I'll be in a black Subaru SUV.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Faraway41814229199
Jul 27, 2024
Absolutely wonderful for kids and families, must do while you’re here! - Amazing views and definitely family friendly with two kids (6 & 4). Amber our guide was awesome and my boys loved her. We will definitely book again and do some of her other excursions. Highly recommend!!! We will be telling family and friends!
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729glenna
Jul 7, 2024
A Great Time - The hike was only nominally strenuous, and the views were amazing. Amber was an excellent guide;very knowledgeable Re different plants, flowers, geologic features, etc. Overall, a very nice time. Highly recommend!
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Q5441rzjessicag
Jul 7, 2024
A must-do activity in Big Bear - Amber is a fantastic guide! We went on a nature walk and the kids (and our pup!) loved it—by far a favorite activity when visiting Big Bear. Will definitely be booking with her again. Highly recommend! Thank you, Amber!
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Glenn_a
Jul 7, 2024
A Delightful Hike - Amber is quite knowledgeable of plants, flora, etc. She was an excellent guide; helpful in every way. She also does jeep tours off-road, and we plan to do that upon returning to the area.
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Rebeccasm4895xr
Jun 17, 2024
Great experience - This was a perfect easy morning hike on our first full day in Big Bear. I am a very slow hiker and my family member wanted to stop and take lots of pictures. Amber was patient, attentive to our particular hiking pace, and very informative of what we were seeing. I definitely recommend this family friendly hike!
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April_s
May 29, 2024
Family friendly hike - Loved this tour! Amber was so friendly and helpful, very knowledgeable and very good at communication. This tour was excellent and exactly what we were looking for.
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Trail23628925508
May 18, 2024
Super Fun Hike for the Whole Family! - Amber’s hike took us straight into the wooded forest! Amber made stops along the way to point out different types of trees, really cool seasonal flowers and streams, a formation of climbing rocks as tall as a 3-story building, and wide expanses of the Big Bear Lake below. Amber even stopped us at some beautiful lookout points to take in the beauty, listen to the forest, and take our pictures. We had sooooo much fun on this excursion!
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163hectorjavierr
Apr 8, 2024
Highly recommend. - Amber was great. She picked the perfect spot for my kids to hike and play in the snow. Yes snow in April!! Looking forward to taking another hike in the near future.
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687gabbyf
Mar 27, 2024
Awesome Hike - The hike was great. We had scenic views of the Big Bear area and our tour guide Amber was super nice and informative. We also got to see the wild donkeys in the area. Great hike definitely recommend going with friends or family.
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Le5andr3
Mar 18, 2024
Find Gems & Make a New Friend - I grew up in the San Bernardino mountains and had spent a lot of time in the woods. I found Amber on Instagram and marveled at her pictures and places unfamiliar and yet familiar to me. On a recent visit home, I decided to look her up, and am so glad I did. Amber guided me to some real gems, and I ended up booking additional hikes with her. She'll be on my agenda whenever I return home and will be the highlight of the trip.
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