For a beautiful view of Big Bear Lake you can hike the Castle Rock Trail which takes you along a short but steep trail to a rocky crag overlooking the lake. Although the trail is only about 1.3 miles long it is quite challenging due to the rocky terrain and relatively rapid increase in elevation. You can try the trail by mountain bike or on horseback, but hiking is generally considered to be the best way to explore this single-track trail. You have the choice of starting from either the north trailhead off Hwy 18 or the south trailhead which is accessed off Forest Service Rd 2N10. Castle Rock Trail Video

Castle Rock Trail Big Bear Alpine Zoo at Moonridge Boulder Bay Park Alpine Pedal Path Cougar Crest Trail Butler Peak Pine Knot Trail Stanfield Marsh Wildlife and Waterfowl Preserve Action Zip Line Tours Bluff Lake Reserve Big Bear Snow Play Big Bear Jeep Experience Amangela’s Sandwich and Bagel House Peppercorn Grill Big Bear Lake Brewing Company Get the Burger The Pines Lakefront Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain Big Bear Bowling Barn Mountain Mobile Massage Village Sweet Shoppe Gold Rush Mining Adventures Teddy Bear Restaurant Oakside Restaurant & Bar

Explore more: Southern California > Things to Do in Big Bear Lake, CA

Plan Your Trip

Get Ready to Go!

Need some more help?


Go to travel reservations.