Champion Lodgepole Trail 1W11
The Champion Lodgepole Pine Trail is located on the south side of Big Bear Lake. It is a pleasant 30-to-45-minute walk through a lush forest to Bluff Meadows and one of the largest Lodgepole Pine trees in the world. This an interpretive trail with 14 numbered posts that correspond to a brochure available at the trailhead and at the Big Bear Discovery Center. There are many wildflowers in this area during the early summer months, and benches situated in shady spots along the trail.
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General Information
No fees are associated with this trail.
- Dogs MUST be on a leash not longer than six feet, or otherwise under physical restrictive control [36 CFR 261.16(j)]. Read more info about pet ethics.
- Please do not hike or bike in the meadow.
Address: 40971 North Shore Drive, Highway 38 Fawnskin, CA 92333
Phone: (909) 382-2790
Hours: Thursday-Monday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Tuesday & Wednesday Closed
Getting There
Trailhead/Starting Points
From State Highway 18, approximately 1 mile west of Big Bear Lake Village, turn left on Mill Creek Road. Proceed past Aspen Glen Picnic Area, 0.4 of mile and turn left to continue on Mill Creek Road to Forest Road 2N10. Proceed on 2N10 for 3.7 miles and turn right on Forest Service Road 2N11 and continue 1 mile to the trailhead.
Due to water across Forest Service Road 2N11, vehicles with a height clearance are recommended.
Directions
Latitude 34.2152662
Longitude -116.9750175
Elevation 7599 - 7685
Distance .33 miles
Difficulty Easy
Additional Information
Operated By
USDA Forest Service
