Guides, itineraries, local picks
The Colorado Lodge Blog
Long-form guides to hiking, biking, the lake, the seasons, and the design story behind the lodge. Written by people who actually live in Big Bear.
Everything Worth Your Time in Big Bear
This is where we put the longer reads, the seasonal guides, the itineraries, and the behind-the-scenes stories. Some are evergreen, some are timed to a season or an event, all written from the perspective of people who know the valley. Check back often; we add new articles regularly.
Latest Articles
Hiking and biking guides, seasonal picks, first-timer itineraries, and the design story behind Colorado Lodge.
Seasonal Guides · Summer
The Whole Summer in Big Bear
The lake, the trails, the bike park, off-roading, and a quieter place to land. A full-season guide to summer in Big Bear, two hours from LA.
Itineraries · First-Timer
Big Bear Weekend Getaway Guide for First-Time Visitors
First time in Big Bear? A weekend guide to the lake, the ski resorts, the drive up, where to stay, and what most first-timers get wrong.
Hiking · Spring
The Best Wildflower Hikes in Big Bear
Late April through early July, Big Bear transforms. Lupine, lemon lilies, Indian paintbrush, and six trails you can walk to from the lodge.
Biking · Events
Tour de Big Bear 2026: A Mountain Biker's Guide to the Dirty Burro
The 50K XC mountain bike race lands July 31 – August 2, 2026. What to expect, where to stay, and how to turn race weekend into a real mountain trip.
Stories · Behind the Build
The Design Story Behind Colorado Lodge
How six modern cabins took shape on two acres of pine forest. The site, the team, the materials, and the design story behind the lodge.
Make Colorado Lodge Your Basecamp
Six modern cabins. Walking distance to everything. Two acres of pine forest in the heart of Big Bear Lake.
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