- Big Bear Lake is only two hours from Los Angeles and offers a beautiful fall getaway every year. Enjoy crisp air, scenic hiking trails, and stunning lake views.
- Enjoy the vibrant foliage on trails such as the Alpine Pedal path and Castle Rock or stroll the charming downtown.
- From cozy cafés to upscale dining and lakeside stays, Big Bear offers the perfect autumn getaway for Southern Californians craving a “real” autumn,
Los Angeles is known for its sunny weather and temperatures of 75 degrees all year round. When your social media feed is filled with vibrant fall foliage and pumpkin patches, a yearning for the chill in air and a change in color seems only natural.
Fortunately, you won’t need much searching to find an accommodation that fits your needs. The hotel is located in the San Bernardino Mountains two hours east of L.A., the town of Big Bear Lake has all four seasons—including fall. After visiting California over 20 times, I always try to plan a hike or camping trip in the fall.
Big Bear is well-known to Angelenos. preeminent skiing destinationThe presence of and its affordability make it a great value for money. Big Bear Mountain Resort. Visitors to the lakeshore in summer come from places that are drier and warmer.
There is something to be done almost every day of the calendar year, says Damien Navarro. Visit Big Bear. “We have 300 days of sunshine on average per year, and we’re surrounded by very different places—Los Angeles Basin and the valley, and of course Joshua Tree to the north, which gives us a really rare ecosystem.”
Fall is when the leaves start to change colors. Visitors can find vibrant shades like orange, yellow, and red in the trees of the city, but you might want to travel for the best sights.
Navarro says that the Alpine Pedal Path, on the north shore of the lake is a great spot to see the changing colors of the pine trees. Eagle Point is a great place to drive through and see the beautiful houses that have been decorated for our scarecrow festival.
Big Bear’s Footpath is a great option for those who want to explore the area on foot. numerous hiking trails. The 2.6 mile trek to Castle Rock is arguably the most popular in town. It ends at a rocky vantage point with 360-degree panoramic views of the town, lake and surrounding mountains. A major upgrade was made to the trailhead. Navarro explains that a new parking area has been installed, which means no longer will people have to park in a hazardous manner on the side roads.
Enjoy a stroll along the boardwalk on the lakeshore and visit family-friendly locations like Big Bear Alpine Zoo—coincidentally, another excellent stop for leaf-peeping. Navarro states that the Alpine Zoo is a great place to view the changing leaves.
You could also head to the downtown area and shop for souvenirs. Scenic Gifts You can also call it Village Faire Enjoy a little people-watching before you decide where to eat. Though most mountain towns—especially ski towns—tend to have a limited dining scene, Big Bear has a nice array of eateries.
Hawaiian-style poké is also available. TropicaliEnjoy upscale Californian food at Stella LunaA farm-to-table restaurant in the heart Big Bear Village. You can’t go wrong with Grizzly Manor CafeIt is a popular restaurant for locals and hikers. Navarro’s favorite family-owned restaurant for a lighter breakfast is Sister My Sister Bake ShopFresh cakes and pastries are a specialty of.
“It is the best bakery up here,” Navarro says. “Stop for sure when you are coming in.”
You can stay in a variety of hotels if you’re planning a weekend filled with leaf-peeping. You can choose to stay in a luxurious hotel such as the Hotel Marina RivieraThe resort-style, dog-friendly hotel will open on the lakeshore by June 2025. For those who wish to enjoy Big Bear’s natural beauty, there are also a number of options. Serrano Campground In the nearby town Fawnskin, there are more than 100 camping sites and showers.
