Big Bear News - Big Bear, CA - The San Bernardino National Forest Service is reminding the public that Gold Fire Forest Closures are in place resulting in heavy fines for violators.. Over the past few days, firefighters have had to stop fire operations in the John Bull trail area numerous times due to people ignoring the Gold Fire Forest Closure orders. Law enforcement … [Read more...] about Heavy Citations Issued for Violators in the Gold Fire Forest Closure Areas
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Big Bear Lake’s Most Popular Trail Upgraded
Big Bear News - Big Bear Lake, CA — July 10, 2025 - Big Bear Lake’s most popular trail just got a major upgrade! The brand-new Castle Rock Trailhead Parking Lot is officially open at the corner of Big Bear Boulevard and Talbot Drive. No permits, no fees—just easier access and safer parking for hikers and nature lovers. After nearly a decade in planning and construction … [Read more...] about Big Bear Lake’s Most Popular Trail Upgraded
Jury Convicts Justin Wayne Halstenberg of Starting the Line Fire
KBHR - Big Bear News - San Bernardino CA - A jury in San Bernardino County has convicted Justin Wayne Halstenberg, a Norco resident, of starting the Line Fire in Highland last year. The fire burned 44,000 acres and injured six firefighters. Halstenberg, 35, was found guilty on seven counts related to the Line Fire and two additional counts for another blaze. Charges include … [Read more...] about Jury Convicts Justin Wayne Halstenberg of Starting the Line Fire
San Bernardino National Forest Announces New Mountain Top District Ranger
Big Bear News - Big Bear, CA - The San Bernardino National Forest Forest Supervisor has announced that Josh Direen will be taking over as the Mountain Top District Ranger effective Monday, February 17th. Josh has worked in engineering on the SBNF for over 22 years and has been the Forest Engineer for the last 3 years. He has a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Cal … [Read more...] about San Bernardino National Forest Announces New Mountain Top District Ranger
Line Fire Update Thursday September 12, 2024
Big Bear Lake - Big Bear News : The Line Fire grew to 37,207 acres yesterday and containment is now 18% with 3179 fire personnel on hand. Resources include aircraft, bulldozers, engines, hand-crews and strike teams. The fire grew in the Santa Ana Watershed area known as Seven Oaks and Bear Creek Canyon. The firefighters were able to keep the fire away from Bluff Lake as it … [Read more...] about Line Fire Update Thursday September 12, 2024