Happy National Mountain Climbing Day! We’re so lucky to live in the mountains— everyone should climb a mountain at least once in their lives! It’s a thrilling experience that comes with a big sense of achievement when you reach the peak. We also happen to have some of the best mountain climbing and hiking trails right here in our back yard. So to celebrate National Mountain Climbing Day, below are links and photos to some of  the most popular trails and views. 

*Don’t Forget your Adventure Pass! They required to park at most trail heads*

Mountain Project: Lake Arrowhead Area Rock Climbing

Rock Climbing in Lake Arrowhead Area, San Bernardino Mountains

Find rock climbing routes, photos, and guides for every state, along with real-life experiences and advice from fellow climbers.

Mountain Project

©David Aldama – https://www.mountainproject.com/photo/115870950/lesser-known-gems-of-lake-arrowhead

©David Aldama – https://www.mountainproject.com/photo/112465866/view-from-just-above-rotten-rock-valley

Best Trails Near Lake Arrowhead 

Best Trails near Lake Arrowhead, California

Looking for a great trail near Lake Arrowhead, California? AllTrails has 11 great hiking trails, views trails, wildlife trails and more, with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers, and nature lovers like you. If you're looking for the best trails around Chino Hills State Park…

AllTrails.com

Lake Arrowhead Communities Chamber of Commerce: Hiking Guide 

Hiking Guide - Lake Arrowhead Communities Chamber of Commerce

Full Width Template Hiking Guide on the Lake Arrowhead Ranger District Trail System. An Adventure Pass is required to park at most trail heads. They are available in the Chamber Visitor Center, exceptions are noted. Right Click on Image, Select “Open Image in a New Tab” or “Save As…” to Print NATURE LOOP in LAKE GREGORY REGIONAL PARK #No…

Lake Arrowhead Communities Chamber of Commerce

For the more Novice climber…Check out these two Attractions at Skypark At Santa’s Village:

About Frozen Falls Climbing Tower and the Magic Tree Bouldering Room

SkyPark at Santa’s Village located near Lake Arrowhead and Big Bear offers an array of people-powered attractions. Our goal is to be different than any other theme park in that we want guests to create their own fun. Rather than waiting in a line to sit on a rollercoaster that may last a

SkyPark at Santa's Village

History : National Mountain Climbing Day was established in honor of Bobby Matthews and his friend Josh Madigan. They successfully climbed the 46 high peaks of New York State’s Adirondack Mountains. These two young men climbed the final 46th peak (Whiteface Mountain) on August 1, 2015 and were formally inducted into the “Adirondack 46er Club” in May, 2016.