2026-Aug: Big Bear-Castle Peak/Cougar Crest/Levels 2 to 3
Details
A rare post on trails to view Big Bear Lake sunset time for a change of OC trails and an evening of viewing Perseid Meteors Shower, Milky Way.
Meeting time: 4:30 PM
**General Rating/Difficulty: Levels 2 to 3 moderate pace for elevation, distance and pace. CLICK RATING TABLE to read more about skill levels https://tinyurl.com/HikeRating**
Distance: 3- 7 miles RT
Duration: 3+ hours
Elevation: 1000ft +- gain
WHAT TO BRING AND WEAR:
Comfortable Hiking Boots! Snacks if you'd like and your camera.
10 Hiking Essentials (https://www.meetup.com/HikingOC/messages/boards/thread/9535234)
DIRECTIONS and Hikes Info:
Castle Rock Peak:
**https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/castle-rock-peak**
Cougar Crest
**https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/cougar-crest-trail**
REMINDERS:
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>>>YOU acknowledge THAT WE ARE NOT PROFESSIONALS.
>>>YOU ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOURSELF AND YOUR SAFETY
Hiking is a rewarding and pleasant activity in nature, but there are certain dangers you should be aware of. Those include, but are not limited to, trip and fall injuries, bee stings, poison oak exposure, ticks and snake bites. By signing up for this event, you agree to hold harmless the hike organizer, assistant organizers and other participants for any injuries sustained during this hike