Hiking Trails & Parks in Big Pine, California
59 hiking & walking trails and 7parks, recreation areas & campgrounds in Big Pine, located in Inyo County, California. Free trail map for every listing.
About Outdoor Recreation in Big Pine, California
Big Pine offers 59 mapped hiking trails and 7 federally managed parks within the city or nearby. Located in Inyo County, California, it’s a starting point for hikers, campers, and casual nature seekers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Big Pine, Inyo County, California?
Yes — we have 59 mapped hiking and walking trails in Big Pine, Inyo County, California, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the most difficult hiking trail in Big Pine, Inyo County, California?
Palisade Glacier Trail near Big Pine is rated hard — the toughest classification among Big Pine, Inyo County, California's mapped trails.
What is the best hiking trail in Big Pine, Inyo County, California for families?
35E302 near Big Pine is one of the best family picks in Big Pine, Inyo County, California — easy difficulty, short enough for kids and first-timers. See the full family hiking guide below for more options.
Is there a trail map for Big Pine, Inyo County, California?
Each of the 59 trails in Big Pine, Inyo County, California has its own page with an interactive map, GPS coordinates, and a link to view it on OpenStreetMap — no app or account needed.
What parks and recreation areas are in Big Pine, Inyo County, California?
Big Pine, Inyo County, California has 7 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index (2 classified as recreation areas). Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Big Pine, Inyo County, California?
Yes — 1 of Big Pine, Inyo County, California's parks have mapped campsites, from first-come sites to Recreation.gov reservations. The largest is CEDAR FLAT GROUP CAMPGROUND with 3 sites. See the full campgrounds guide below for the ranked list.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Big Pine, Inyo County, California?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Inyo County for more options beyond Big Pine, Inyo County, California.
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