A Lakeside Drive
A great introduction to the valley, you can get a sense of what this cool alpine lake is all about. Quality family fun for all ages includes a variety of stopping points for nature walks, picnics, and bicycling. It's also a great way to get oriented for future visits.
Season: Year-round
Audience: Families, active adults
Degree of Difficulty: Easy
Duration: 1-2 hours
Points of Interest: Stanfield Marsh and Boardwalk (walk along the shoreline); Stanfield Cut-Off (go fishing, look for Bald Eagles in the winter and water birds in all seasons); Pine Knot Landing, Bear Creek Overlook and Big Bear Dam; the Village
Along the Way
Grout Bay Picnic Area
Look for eagles, aquatic life, trout, water birds, nesting birds and alpine plants. (closed in winter to protect eagles)
Meadow's Edge Picnic Area
Picnic among the juniper trees next to the water. Look for wildlife, especially birds