6.0 miles
Distance
812 ft
Climb
-779 ft
Descent
1 mile
High Point
32 ft
Altitude change
6,754 ft
Altitude min
6,765 ft
Altitude start
6,798 ft
Altitude end
0.1%
Grade
-34.3%
Grade max
29.4%
Grade min
2 miles
Distance climb
2 miles
Distance down
2 miles
Distance flat

This route is designed for riders that are new to the area and want to explore the whole trail network. The loop starts at a popular parking area that greets the rider with a big information board and map. From here the rider can compare their navigation device to the maps that are regularly located around the system and gain familiarity with the network.
The loop can be ridden in either direction; clockwise is shown here. It can be modified to reduce or increase the mileage depending on the desire of the cyclist. Riders should feel free to explore any of the spurs, short-cuts, loops and cross-connects that interest them along the way.
This is a cross-country (XC) style route so one should expect to pedal uphill half of the total mileage of the course.
Strongly encouraged to bring plenty of water as the high elevation and normally very dry conditions will make a rider thirsty quickly. Bring a snack and a camera - the views are great.
This area is popular with cyclists, walkers, joggers and families. Bike bell encouraged.
Edit NOTE: This route has been updated to account for the recent shift of Elementary Trail's northern end from the School Loop intersection to the new termination at Baldwin Loop and Pat's Connector.

Detailed Description
Maple Hill Perimeter Loop is a 6 mile popular easy route located near Big Bear City California. This mountain bike primary route can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating. This route includes 11 trails. This route climbs 812 ft with a max elevation of 7,094 ft then descends -779 ft.
Tags
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Local trail association
Big Bear Valley Trails (trailsfoundation.org)
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Stats

  • Distance
    6 miles
  • Avg time
    1 hr 1 min
  • Altitude min
    6,754 ft
  • Altitude start
    6,765 ft
  • Altitude end
    6,798 ft
  • Climb
    812 ft
  • Descent
    -779 ft
  • Grade
    0.1%
  • Grade max
    -34.3%
  • Grade min
    29.4%
  • Distance climb
    2 miles
  • Distance down
    2 miles
  • Distance flat
    2 miles

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Details

  • Riding area
  • Primary Activity
    Mountain Bike
  • Other Activities
    • Gravel Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
    • Snowshoe
    • Nordic Ski
  • Difficulty rating
    Green
  • Route Type
    Loop
  • Bike type
    AM, XC, Gravel
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Physical rating
    Easy
  • Activity Logs
    6
Avg: 5 (1 votes)
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Trail transparency
  • Singletrack
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47
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42
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48
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43

Recent Trail Reports Along Route

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Steep Connector
Aug 30, 2026 @ 1:04pm (America/Los_Angeles)
Aug 30, 2026
Elementary Trail
Aug 30, 2026 @ 1:02pm (America/Los_Angeles)
Aug 30, 2026
Gavin's Gulch
Aug 30, 2026 @ 1:02pm (America/Los_Angeles)
Aug 30, 2026
Sports complex in progress- trail is fine
Maple Connector
Jul 16, 2026 @ 12:53pm (America/Los_Angeles)
Jul 16, 2026
North Dixie Connector
Jul 16, 2026 @ 12:53pm (America/Los_Angeles)
Jul 16, 2026
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