About Baldwin Lake Stables
Baldwin Lake Stables is Big Bear's long-established horseback riding outfitter, set on the high-desert plateau near Baldwin Lake in Big Bear City. A family-friendly ranch with a relaxed western feel, the stables offer guided trail rides through pinyon pine and juniper country with wide-open views of the surrounding peaks and valley floor.
The ranch runs guided rides for all experience levels, from gentle one-hour trail rides suited to first-timers and children to longer scenic outings for more confident riders. Beyond the saddle, Baldwin Lake Stables is known for its on-site petting zoo and pony rides, making it a genuine all-ages destination where families with small children can spend a morning even if not everyone is riding. Wranglers match horses to riders and lead every group, keeping the experience safe and approachable.
What makes the stables a Big Bear institution is its welcoming, unhurried atmosphere and the chance to experience the mountains the old-fashioned way. The dry, sunny Baldwin Lake side of the valley offers a different landscape than the forested lakefront, and the friendly wranglers and gentle horses have made it a favorite for family vacations, group outings, and visitors wanting a taste of western trail riding.
