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Summary: Wow! If you didn't check the latitude on this area of Big Bear, you'd swear you're in the Sierras. There is something magical about the Skyline Ridge and the South Side of Big Bear. The towering Ponderosa pines, the rugged boulders, the magnificent views, it is all incredible, and lots of people think so. This is one of the most heavily used areas in the forest; bikers, hikers, equestrian, and motorized visitors all frequent these parts. However, taking this trail will get you out of the way for at least part of the journey. Climbing on the rocks near Grandview is another off-trail necessity, it's fun too! The gain on this trail is for the conditioned, it is very steep. It isn't steep for very long, but still you wouldn't want a small child on this trail, instead opt for the usual route 1E01. Trailhead: Drive on the 18 east into Big Bear. Turn right onto Mill Creek Rd. and follow it to Aspen Glen Picnic Area - your Adventure dollars at work. The trail starts at the northeast corner of the park. It is rocky at first and studded with wooden posts. Climb briskly up the hill, don't turn, then descend to the remnants of a fire road. Follow it. You'll see a turnout marked "no bikes" and possibly spot the Pine Knot Trail (also posted on this site) which is the second turnoff to the left almost a half mile into your hike. I used the Pine Knot Trail to loop back from this one, it is graded and not nearly as steep. You will know you are on the mountaineer/mountain bike trail - it is steep, very steep, but if you prefer that then this is the best way to go up. You can go down this way too, but it is much easier on the knees, toes, feet, and ankles to use the Pine Knot Trail 1E01, which is clearly marked (for the most part.) (Lat:34.21339 Lon:-116.92296) Trail Guides for Grandview Point Mountaineers loop: Best Hikes With Dogs - Southern California by Allen Riedel (Mountaineers books) Day Hikers Guide to Southern California by John McKinney (Olympus Press) San Bernardino Mountain Trails - 100 Hikes in Southern California by John W. Robinson (Wilderness Press) Best Seasons: Year-Round User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Bikes, Horses, Ranger Contact: SBNF (909)383-5588 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Allen Riedel, who has posted 123 other hikes on this site. To visit this reporters web site, click here. Trail Reviews Submit your own review 
Reviewed by Viewer on 8/19/2004 A wonderful hike with plenty of views and wildlife. The group camp site along the trail is a nice stop along the way and a great place to camp. Elsi caves, on a side trip is a mystirious stop on the way back. Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: California Hiking, California Trails, California Hikes, San Bernardino County Hiking, San Bernardino County Trails, San Bernardino County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
