Mountain Bike Rides
There are many beautiful rides in the Big Bear Valley. Check out MTB Project or some of the recommended routes below or join us on one of our weekly Community Rides!
Where the Locals Ride
Big Bear Mountain Bike Rides
Skyline – The Skyline Trail is a great singletrack trail that traverses the mountains above Big Bear Lake and the Snow Summit Ski Resort. Skyline can be ridden in either direction (East or West). Pick up Skyline from the East side (near Bear Mountain Resort) at 2N10. Limited parking is available there. Climb the 2N10 fire road or the adjacent singletrack trail. Alternatively, park at Aspen Glen on the West side and climb out from there. Skyline offers numerous trail choices; ride the entire trail on the singletrack or mix in some fire road with it. Additional details
Grout Bay/Hanna Flats Loop – (7 to 12 miles, easy/moderate) Hiking and biking trail; singletrack, dirt road, paved road. Dirt road climb to rolling downhill singletrack. Out and back up to Grays Peak and then downhill back to beginning. Additional details
Pine Knot Trail (1E01) – (3.1 miles one way, easy/moderate) Popular and well maintained trail that ends at a great overlook. 100% singletrack. A classic Big Bear trail, Pine Knot takes you from the Aspen Glen picnic area up into the forest. Along the way are great views of Big Bear Lake, a walk along a creek and through a meadow, and it ends at Grandview Point, overlooking San Gorgonio and the Santa Ana River Valley. From here head back down to your original trailhead. Loops / Variations: Head west along 2N10 until you reach Trick or Treat or Plantation Trail. Additional details
Trail Etiquette: Always be courteous to other trail users. All users yield to equestrians, with cyclists also yielding to hikers. Travel only at safe speeds, and stay on designated trails to protect our fragile mountain environment.
For Your Safety: Notify someone of your planned route and estimated time of return. Outdoor activities can be dangerous; use caution at all times and be prepared with water, food, and adequate equipment and knowledge. Always wear a helmet!
The Big Bear Cycling Association provides these descriptions as a courtesy, and do not guarantee the accuracy of the information. You accept all responsibility for your outdoor activities.
The Big Bear Cycling Association is a proud supporter of the Southern California Mountains Foundation. As a volunteer driven organization, they work behind the scenes to develop new trail opportunities, build and maintain our local trails, and educate the public on the diverse and amazing trails surrounding the Big Bear Valley. For more information visit Southern California Mountains Foundation / Big Bear Trails
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The Big Bear Cycling Association is an IMBA Local Member Organization. IMBA’s mission is to create, enhance, and protect great places to ride mountain bikes.