Some Things You Don’t Plan. You Just Fall Into.

Shauna didn’t set out to build a hiking business. She simply fell in love with the mountains.

After moving to Big Bear, she started spending more and more time on the trails. Weekend hikes turned into longer adventures, backpacking trips, and eventually thousands of miles on the Pacific Crest Trail.

Along the way, she discovered that one of her favorite parts of being outside wasn’t just experiencing the mountains herself. It was sharing them with other people.

That eventually became Big Bear Hiking Adventures.

Today, Shauna gets to combine the things she loves most: being outside, learning about the mountains, meeting new people, and helping others experience Big Bear in a way they might not have discovered on their own.

And after all these years, she still gets excited about showing someone a trail for the first time.

Come Curious. She’ll Take Care of the Rest

No two groups come to Big Bear for exactly the same reason, and no two hikes unfold exactly the same way.

Shauna might point out a plant you’ve walked past a hundred times, share a bit of local history, stop to watch wildlife, answer questions about the trail, or simply give you a moment to take in the view.

She pays attention to the people she’s hiking with and adjusts the experience along the way. If you’re curious, ask questions. If you want to stop for a photo, stop. If something catches your attention, take a closer look.

The goal isn’t to rush through a trail or rack up miles.

It’s to help you experience more of the mountain while you’re here.

Years on the Trail. A Life in the Mountains

When you’re exploring somewhere new, experience matters. Shauna brings years of hiking, backpacking, wilderness training, and local mountain knowledge to every adventure.

But her experience goes beyond miles and certifications. She’s spent years helping other people experience the outdoors, too.

A few highlights:

• 2,000+ miles on the Pacific Crest Trail
• 15 years as a PCT Trail Angel, helping hikers along their journeys
• Wilderness First Responder
• Extensive experience throughout the San Bernardino Mountains
• Local knowledge of Big Bear’s trails, ecology, history, and seasons
• Passion for outdoor education and responsible recreation

For Shauna, being a guide isn’t simply knowing how to get from one trailhead to another. It’s knowing how to help people feel comfortable, curious, and connected while they’re there.

After All These Years, There’s Still More to Discover

Shauna has spent years exploring the mountains around Big Bear, but she doesn’t think of them as a place she’s figured out.

The seasons change. The light changes. Wildlife appears when you least expect it. A familiar trail can feel completely different in winter, at sunset, or beneath a sky full of stars.

And then there are the little things you only start noticing after you’ve spent a lot of time here.

That’s part of what keeps Shauna coming back.

There is always another trail to explore, another story to learn, or another moment worth sharing.

She hopes you’ll find one of those moments while you’re here, too.

Being Part of the Mountain Community Matters to Her

Shauna’s connection to the outdoors doesn’t stop when a hike ends.

For years, she’s been involved in the Big Bear community and in efforts to help people better understand, enjoy, and care for the mountains.

As a longtime PCT Trail Angel, she’s welcomed and helped hikers passing through the area. She’s also involved with local organizations and community efforts that support outdoor education, responsible recreation, and the places that make Big Bear special.

For Shauna, sharing the mountains and caring for them go hand in hand.

Because when you love a place, you want to help take care of it, too.