Adventure isn’t about escaping life.
It’s about feeling more alive while you’re living it.
Redefining Adventure
We think adventure means something more than it used to. It’s not only about going farther or climbing higher. It’s also about feeling more connected to the world around you.
That’s the kind of adventure we create: guided hiking experiences that help you reconnect with nature, create lasting memories, and return home feeling more alive than when you arrived.
Local Mountain Knowledge
Permitted & Professional
Connection Through Nature
Personalized Experiences
More Than Just a Hike
There’s something about the San Bernardino Mountains that stays with you long after you leave.
Over the years, we’ve learned that the most meaningful moments on the trail aren’t always found at the finish line. Sometimes they’re found in the quiet moments, like the sound of the forest around you, a glimpse of wildlife, a story hidden in the landscape, or the simple feeling of being fully present in a beautiful place.
At Big Bear Hiking Adventures, we believe a guided hike is about more than following a trail. It’s about creating an experience that helps you connect with the mountains, discover something new, and make memories that last long after your adventure ends.
Our founder and guide is here to help you safely explore Big Bear while sharing the stories, ecology, and hidden details that make this place so special.
During your adventure, you’ll have the opportunity to:
- Step away from the everyday and reconnect with nature, yourself, and the people you’re sharing the experience with
- Explore with a knowledgeable local guide who knows and loves these trails
- Discover the plants, wildlife, geology, and history that bring the mountains to life
Find Your Adventure
Everyone comes to the mountains for a different reason.
Maybe you’re looking for a quiet morning surrounded by trees. Maybe you want the challenge of reaching a viewpoint. Maybe you’re celebrating something special or simply need a few hours away from the noise.
Whatever brings you to Big Bear, there’s a trail and an experience waiting for you.
Guided Hiking Adventures
Choose from our list of featured trails or any trail in the San Bernardino National Forest.
Seasonal Hikes and Special Events
Night hikes, signature holiday hikes, community events, and more.
Snowshoe Adventures
Best way to explore a true winter wonderland.
Every Great Adventure Starts with the Right Guide
Meet Your Local Big Bear Hiking Guide
Big Bear Hiking Adventures is led by an experienced wilderness guide with extensive trail experience across the Pacific Crest Trail and the San Bernardino Mountains. The goal is simple: help people feel confident, connected, and inspired in nature.
- Pacific Crest Trail experience
- Wilderness navigation & safety training
- Local Big Bear trail knowledge
- Passion for outdoor education
Trail Moments
Your Big Bear Adventure Starts Here
Choose Your Adventure
Find an experience that matches what you’re looking for. Peaceful forest walk? A rewarding climb? Something unique to Big Bear? We have it all.
Pick Your Date
Book your adventure in just a few clicks.
Meet Your Guide
I’ll meet you at the trailhead and take care of the details.
Let the Adventure Begin!
Follow your guide, soak in the views, and make some memories.
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Big Bear Hiking Adventures provides guided hiking experiences throughout Big Bear Lake and the surrounding San Bernardino National Forest. Whether you’re visiting for a weekend or planning a deeper outdoor experience, guided hikes offer a safe and meaningful way to explore one of Southern California’s most beautiful mountain regions.
