Bear Lake
This isolated group of lakes offers moderate seclusion and spectacular views. The 5-mile trail to Big Bear Lake is steep and exposed. A cross-country day hike to Little and Wee Bear Lakes takes the easterly ridge leading away from the outlet of Big Bear, then contours around to the basin that holds these lakes. (R7W - T39N - S34)
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You can purchase a map at the Weaverville Ranger Station or online
No Fee
To stay overnight in the Trinity Alps Wilderness, you will need both a wilderness permit and a campfire permit. These are available at outdoor “kiosks” located at the Weaverville Ranger Station (360 Main St), at the kiosk outside of the Supervisor's Office in Redding (3644 Avtech Parkway), at the Shasta Lake Ranger Station (14225 Holiday Road), and at the Fire Stations (Mule Creek & Coffee Creek off Hwy 3 and Junction City & Big Bar off Hwy 299). Campfire permits are also available online.
Please practice Leave No Trace ethics while in the Trinity Alps Wilderness. Leave No Trace describes how to dispose of waste properly, where to travel and camp and other ways to minimize your impact on the land and your impact to other hikers.
Address: 360 Main Street Weaverville, CA 96093
Phone: 530-623-2121
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am - 1:00 pm and 1:45 pm - 4:30 pm; Closed Saturday and Sunday (Closed on federal holidays)
