Big Snowshoes to Fill

Snowshoe hiking in Big Bear Lake

02.09.2017

When snow blasts the San Bernardino Mountains, you know it’s time to head for the hills! And by this we mean Big Bear’s backcountry, currently basking in a winter landscape worthy of some sightseeing. Explore its hidden parts by strapping on some snowshoes and going in search of mountain views and snow-covered peaks.

Your adventure guide? Action Tours Big Bear. Run by locals, the expert guides here know the terrain well. They’ll get you geared up and off the beaten track, cutting fresh track among sturdy mountain mahogany, and towering Jeffrey pines. Trail options vary, depending on whether you and your group want to take it easy or climb to new heights, including vantages overlooking Sugarloaf Mountain and Onyx Peak.

With black bear, coyotes, deer, and many more critters calling the mountain range home, your footprints might not be the only ones spotted. On the return journey, tramp among huge and gnarled juniper trees that are three times older than the state of California! Ancient beauties.

BONUS BEER: After turning in your snowshoes, turn your sights to Big Bear Lake Brewing Company right in the center of town. Pair the Whispering Pine IPA or High Altitude Hefeweizen with some garlic sesame edamame or the beer cheese fries. Action Tours Big Bear is located at 41693 Big Bear Blvd. No dogs on the snowshoe tour, but trails are dog-friendly.

Action Tours Big Bear is located at 41693 Big Bear Blvd.No dogs on the snowshoe tour, but trails are dog-friendly. 

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