more stats
4,275 ft
Distance
115 ft
Climb
-119 ft
Descent
00:06:20
Avg time
-4 ft
Altitude change
6,972 ft
Altitude min
7,090 ft
Altitude max
7,090 ft
Altitude start
7,087 ft
Altitude end
-0.1%
Grade
-28.2%
Grade max
16.2%
Grade min
1,890 ft
Distance climb
1,453 ft
Distance down
932 ft
Distance flat
00:06:20
Avg time

Sawmill Loop Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Maple Hill Trail System
    Big Bear City, California
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    90 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 75 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #8922 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #339069 in Trail Running
    • #123167 in Hiking
  • State Ranking
    #228 in Mountain Biking · California [+]
    • #13,836 in Trail Running
    • #6,876 in Hiking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Climb Difficulty
    Green
  • Physical Rating
    Easy
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • TTFs on Trail
    Other
  • Land Owner
    Bear Valley USD Education Foundation

This trail makes a small loop in the western portion of the Maple Hill Trail system. It is dirt singletrack that can be ridden either direction. It is frequented by families, runners, dog walkers and cyclists. It is shown on local trail maps as a GREEN circle trail however new riders may find the short, punchy climb around the uphill portions of the loop challenging.

Tags
Family friendly
Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

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  • 1 rides
  • 9 miles average
6 Months
  • 45 rides
  • 9 miles avg distance
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  • 225 rides
  • Last: Oct 9, 2026
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Avg: 3.99 (3 votes)
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      2 Reviews & Comments

      BenLow2019 BenLow2019
      This is fun singletrack, not an access road. Consider editing.

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Sawmill Loop located?
      Sawmill Loop is located in Maple Hill Trail System, Big Bear City, California, United States. It is part of the Maple Hill Trail System trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 34.25321, -116.83789.
      ▼ How hard is Sawmill Loop?
      Sawmill Loop is rated as Green difficulty. The physical rating is Easy. The average grade is 0.1%. The climb difficulty is rated Green.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Sawmill Loop?
      Sawmill Loop has 115 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 119 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 6,972 ft to 7,090 ft.
      ▼ How long is Sawmill Loop?
      Sawmill Loop is 4,275 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Sawmill Loop?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Sawmill Loop. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ How do I access Sawmill Loop? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Sawmill Loop are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Sawmill Loop?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 6 minutes to ride Sawmill Loop. The trail is 4,275 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Sawmill Loop?
      Sawmill Loop is a very popular trail. There have been 497 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 551 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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