Castle Rock Trailhead Parking Lot
Trailhead
Parking Details
- Cost:
- Free
- Capacity:
- 38 spaces
- Type:
- Trailhead
- Restrooms:
- Yes
- Hours:
- 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM daily
About This Parking Lot
Big Bear's most popular trail got a brand-new free lot in July 2025: 38 paved spaces (2 ADA), vault toilets, and a bike rack, with roadside parking no longer allowed. It's free with no Adventure Pass, but fills by 9am on summer and fall weekends, so arrive early.
🥾 Trails Accessible from This Parking Lot
This parking lot provides access to the following trails:
Castle Rock Trail
Moderate
Distance:
2.7 miles roundtrip
Elevation Gain:
500 ft
Time:
1.5-2.5 hours
Castle Rock Trail stands as one of Big Bear Lake's most beloved hiking destinations, offering spectacular panoramic views of the lake and surrounding mountains from its dramatic gr...
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