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What's
the best time to come riding in Big Bear?
Big Bear is a four season resort so anytime is a good time.
I personally like fall best for trail riding It's still warm
during the day but not as hot as it can be during the summer.
The nights are crisp so bring a light sheet for your horse.
If you want to experience riding in the snow then you should
come in the winter of course. If you plan to come in the spring
and don't want to be surprised by snow, you may want to wait
until May. We have had a last snowstorms in April. So I personally
recommend April through October.
What
about Holiday weekends?
You might not want to bring your horse on a holiday weekend.
Too much traffic coming up the hill and too many motorcycles,
ATV's and mountain bikes on the trails. Plus the rates are
generally higher. Fall and Spring offers lodging specials
for your cabin.
Can
I bring my dog?
Yes you can bring your pets. Make sure you search
for dog friendly accommodations when booking your cabin.
Where
is the best trail riding in Big Bear?
Big Bear is surrounded by National Forest and trails. You
can check with the local Discovery Center who will equip you
with maps and trail info. Probably a good idea to call them
ahead of time. The Pacific Crest Trail also runs through the
Big Bear Valley and you have access to miles and miles of
trail from anywhere in the Valley. If you board your horse,
maybe ask the stable if they have a guide you could take along.
That way you can get to the most scenic spots.
What's
the best way to come up to Big Bear with a horse trailer?
I would avoid the 30/330 (front way). Too windy, too many
switchbacks with a lot of traffic. I would recommend the 38
(through Redlands) which brings you right to the east end
of the valley where the boarding stables are. Good passing
lanes, turnouts to let traffic by and very scenic drive. If
you come from the north, use the 18 through Victorville. That
is also an excellent choice in the winter as its closer to
the high desert.
Vaccinations:
Talk to
your vet about Strangles vaccine and if that would be right
for your horse. Big Bear, who used to have wild burros roam
our streets, has had cases of Strangles over the years so
I personally vaccinate all my horses. So check with your vet.
Your
Boarding Options:
back
to top
Rent
a smaller cabin and board your horse
We have several local boarding
stables that you can make arrangements with.
These stables will provide you
with shelter, feeding, watering, hay and clean the stalls
for you.
For
availability and prices please contact these boarding stables,
both located on the east end of the valley, approx 15 Minutes
from Big Bear Lake:
Boarding Stables (daily,
weekly or monthly boarding)
- Sonny's
Place Equestrian Center, Manager Richard White
909.585.9397
- Shay
Meadow Ranch, Manager Jana Taylor 909.585.0512
Rental
Stables (hourly rental, guided trail rides)
- Baldwin
Lake Stables (east end of the valley) 909.584.6482
- Rockin'
K Riding Stables (near the Village in Big Bear
Lake) 909.878.4677
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