I've been an outdoor adventure guide in Big Bear for the last five years. I've been exploring all the best hiking trails in the Big Bear Valley for the last 20 years. It's hard to find an easy hike in Big Bear; A lot of trails are steep and hard for little kids. This trail is actually stroller-friendly also, which you can not say about a lot of hiking trails in the mountain communities. 
I love the peace and solitude of this trail in the woods. It's hiked mostly by locals who live in this neighborhood and is not a tourist spot. I personally love to share the local history around the Big Bear Valley. I really enjoy pointing out different flora and fauna to my younger guests and teaching them how interesting nature can be like the wild native insects we might see on the trails

Family-Friendly Nature Hike around the Big Bear Valley

Experience a Snowy Adventure with a local guide in Big Bear Lake, California
Join me—Big Bear Lake's local Snow Sherpa—for an unforgettable snow day in the mountains! 
What's Included:
Fresh coffee with a splash of Baileys (for the adults!)
Snowball makers & a snowman-building kit
Expert local guidance to the best, snow-covered locations
A pet-friendly experience—yes, dogs can be off-leash!
What to Bring:
Please bring your own sleds, as they tend to break easily. Also, snow clothes, gloves, sunscreen & sunglasses are recommended.
Each snow day is tailored to your group's interests—Sledding fun, snowball fights, building snowmen even a light winter hike.
As a local guide, I'll also show you:
Where to park safely and legally (to avoid expensive tickets)
The best hidden snow spots—even when snow seems scarce in town
Group or Private Bookings Available:
This is a small-group experience (max 10 people) and may include other families. For private tours, please reach out directly via email.

Big Bear Lake Snow Play Adventure

You're gliding among the treetops, the air rushing past your face. You look down at the mountain  below you, and the bright, glittering sky above and you wonder, "Is this how birds feel?" Then you realize you're going much faster than the average bird soaring on the Big Bear breeze. You've got gravity on your  side. You're Ziplining!!!

Action Zipline Tours are the most exciting way to experience Big Bear, weather permitting. The three hour tour includes an off-road ride two miles into the forest, with nine high-speed zipline lines that run down our mountain for the most avid thrill-seekers, a beautiful suspension bridge with stunning views of Johnson Valley as a backdrop for it all, Action Zipline Tours is truly an adventure. Our expert staff of tour guides will show you how to have the most fun ziplining in Big Bear.

Zipline Tour - 9 high-speed ziplines & fun suspension bridge

Take a break from the hustle & bustle of the cities with Big Bear's original picnic queen. Enjoy our gourmet picnic snack lunch in a scenic locals secret location in the forest. Your picnic guru will pick your group up in her Jeep SUV & drive your group up the dirt forest road to one of the most scenic locations in Big Bear Lake.
This is a perfect location for all those Insta worthy photos. Our Big Bear Lake picnic pros will take as many scenic photos of your group as you would like.
Your guide will hang out with your group & enthrall you with tales of the history of the Big Bear Valley & then leave you your privacy as you enjoy a casual lunch in nature at one of the most scenic hidden gems in Big Bear.
Menu items are seasonal and a menu will be provided when you book with choices.
Whether you are a couple or friends & or family, this activity is full of great sights, delicious food & quality time with each other in the wilderness. We are Big Bear's only stylish pop-up picnic gurus.

Big Bear Lake Jeep Tour with Light Lunch

Bluff Lake is a hidden Big Bear secret. It's one of the most gorgeous areas in Big Bear Lake. So many people who are Big Bear locals don't even know it's here, hidden away three miles up a remote dirt road! 
Traveling to this hidden wilderness lake with a local tour guide is a great way to see some of Big Bear Lake's most secret beautiful hiking areas. 
I will pick up your group in my Jeep and drive your group up the forest road, telling you about the plants we see along the way and the interesting history of the Big Bear Valley.
Once we reach the Bluff Lake Reserve we will go for one of the most scenic hikes in Big Bear Lake. This hike is stroller-friendly for those who wish to bring a stroller for young children.

Big Bear Jeep off-road tour with Hike to Bluff Lake Reserve

This is really a local's favorite hike in Big Bear that goes to one of the least known scenic lake viewpoints in Big Bear.
What is the best time to do after a sweaty summertime hike? Swim off a dock in the beautiful Big Bear Lake Harbor! The lake water is actually warmer to swim here than in the middle of the lake. One thing a lot of travelers don't know, if you rent a boat on Big Bear Lake (Very pricy) you can not swim off the rental boats. This is a great summertime experience after a hike on a hot day to get to cool off in alpine Big Bear Lake
If my guests would like to picnic off the boat afterwards they can bring lunch, beer, drinks. I will bring an ice chest for them to put their lunch in while we are hiking. I will even walk to a nearby fantastic restaurant in the village (As a foodie, I know all the best restaurants in Big Bear) & pickup to-go lunches for my hikers to enjoy on the boat after the hike if requested (For this service, hikers must Venmo me to pay for their meals) 

A Local's Favorite Hike in Big Bear with Lake Swimming Experience

This hiking tour is hands down the best way to experience the best fall colors in all of southern California. It's hard to know where to hike in Big Bear Lake in the fall to find the best fall colors; Go with Big Bear Lake's expert hiking guide to find the best leaf-peeping experience. This is an amazing outdoor experience for nature lovers and those who love to take scenic photos. We will hike up a scenic locals-only trail underneath the yellow and orange oak trees, perhaps even trying local wild berries along the way, seasonably available. There is no better way to expiernce the crisp fall days in this mountain community than out on these hiking trails.
*I can make the hike kid-friendly if you bring the family.
*All of my experiences are always dog-friendly; Please bring your furry friends!
*If you love to take photos this is the best place to get great leaf-peeping photos in all of southern California.
*This is an experience great for groups & team building.


Big Bear Fall Colors Hiking Tour in Southern California

All High-Tech puzzles and mysteries. Unlike other escape rooms, we utilize very few locks or combinations and we specialize in immersive environments for a thrilling and challenging adventure.

Bear Valley Search & Rescue - High-Tech Escape Room

Come walk with me in the snow in Big Bear Lake's winter wonderland. Snowshoe tours are available from December through March. This is Big Bear Lakes' only snowshoe tour with a professional hiking guide. I have over 20 years of experience snowshoeing all the best trails in Big Bear Lake. When you book, kindly let me know if you would like to do an easy or moderate snowshoe hike. I have many different trails to choose from that are perfect for guests of all ages. Even when it seems like there is no snow anywhere in the Big Bear Valley, as a Big Bear local I always know where there are snowy trails for snow hiking or snowshoeing.

Snowshoe Tour Big Bear Lake with Hot Chocolate

You do not just experience one of the best hikes just for the locals in Big Bear Lake, but after the hike, relax on our private dock at Pine Knot Marina and enjoy the sunset with a complimentary bottle of champagne. 
I also include sugar-free sodas if there are children going on the hike.

Hiking in Big Bear Lake is even more fun with a local nature guide who can explain some of the region's flora and fauna. 

This is one of the most scenic hikes in Big Bear Lake, with epic lake views.

 Guided Hiking Tour in Big Bear with Sunset Champagne toast on Private Dock

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment! 

Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website's international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don't have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!

Big Bear Bend Scavenger Hunt

Start times flexible: book as early as 4 p.m., with a popular window from 7–9 p.m. to enjoy the sunset

Hosted in Big Bear Lake resort town, easily accessible from most accommodations

Why Book This Experience?

It's not just a tasting—it's a vibe. You'll leave relaxed, full of good snacks, and possibly with a new favorite wine or beer. It's the perfect pre-dinner hangout, a romantic date idea, or a fun group activity before a night out in Big Bear.

Skip the crowds. Skip the overpriced bar menus. Join us in our backyard for a truly local Big Bear experience.

Things to do in Big Bear