Parks & Nature in Big Bear Lake
2 places · Natural escapes in the DMV
Big Bear Lake, CA
Mojave River Forks Regional Park
Located at the convergence of the West Fork and Deep Creek of the Mojave River, this 1,100-acre regional park sits at the transition zone between mountain and desert ecosystems. The park features cottonwood-lined seasonal river channels, open meadows, and views of the San Bernardino Mountains' northern face. The convergence area provides interesting water patterns when the creeks are flowing.
Big Bear Lake, CA
Big Bear Alpine Pedal Path (Meadow Section)
The eastern section of the Big Bear Alpine Pedal Path passes through open meadows near Stanfield Marsh, a bird-watching area at the east end of Big Bear Lake. The marshland attracts bald eagles, osprey, and migratory waterfowl, and the open meadows frame mountain peaks in every direction. Morning mist frequently settles in the meadow creating atmospheric conditions.