Grays Peak Trail

Decent trail, like one reviewer says... a bit underwhelming of a view.

Fun trail, backside is covered in snow right now

Nice easy hike without all the crowds. I probably only saw a few people along the way. Beautiful views of the lake up at the top!

Monotonous, rocky trail, and pretty underwhelming at the top of the peak. The view of Big Bear Lake was entirely obstructed by trees. Pretty cold in November in the late afternoon, and windy at the top.

Nice hike. Wouldn't want to do it when it's hot out. Saw a bald eagle too!

Another beautiful fall day in So Cal. Long gentle climb on the way out. Trail is mostly loose sand, but it is not deep. I measured the distance at 7.2 miles.

Awesome trail. 2.5 hours in with 2 dogs, and novice hikers, 1.5 hours out. We tracked about 8.4 miles in and out, which is strange since they state 3.7 miles-ish. Gradual incline made it quite easy, and not a whole ton of traffic. I think mountain bikers should have a separate riding trail, but otherwise a great way to spend our Saturday!

This trail was 7.4 not 6.4. Well maintained with nearly constant grade and nice views.

Nice little hike with great views from the top. Moderate/Easy inclines, reached the peak 1 hour, 10 minutes.

This is a great hike ! Took my dog, easy trail to follow. Moderate incline. Nice views. Distance ended up being 7 miles. Took about 3 1/2 hours. Trail is in good shape. Overall, a pretty easy hike.

Super dry out today but beautiful nonetheless. Moderate incline, would recommend

Hiking to see the bald eagles. No bald eagles today

Great trail we always enjoy.

Good hike this morning headed up to Gray’s Peak. Got there in good time and trail conditions were good. I wish there were still a marker at the top, searched all over for one around the highest rock to no avail.

Start early, beat the crowds.

It's a very nice hike. It's not too hard, nor is it particularly easy. There are better views to be had on other trails however (such as Pine Knot to Grand View). Regardless, it was a good time out and about in the forest.

Trailhead is open (8/18/19), one of my favorite hikes in Big Bear, amazing views.

So peaceful and perfect temps!

Called ranger station and confirmed trail is now open effective 8/1/19. They have not opened parking or taken signage down as I was told that will take time. Options are to park in town or hike Grey's from the Hannah Flats campground. Hiked this morning 8/2/19, was on trail by 5:30 am. Trail is in really good condition. It has obviously been used frequently regardless of closure. Awesome way to start the day with this hike.

It is is important to close this trail for the bald eagle breeding season. Male bald eagles lose their erection when they see a hiker. I understand. Some hikers have the same effect on me. Regards to the forest service officials who study foul erections. Take some time off for a breeding season of your own. Make some little bureaucrats who will grow up and tell us we can't hike Grey's peak trail.

Trail is closed as of 7/22. Gate locked lots of no entry signage.

Closed as of June 8th, 2019

Still closed ive been wanting to do that trail for two years and every time I go to Big Bear its the same fenced off with signs.

Trail still closed now as well.

Just an FYI currently the trail is still closed.

Just updating for this year that grey’s peak trail is closed from Dec 1- April 1st according to the signs posted this year. There is no where to park and lots are snowed in. It’s a bald eagle breeding ground so got to let them do their thing!

Did this hike with my son (11) and two dogs. I thought the phrase "Are we there yet?' was limited to road trip, guess not. This trail is on the easy side of moderate. Nice clearly marked trail with steady inclines. The trail is also a favorite with trail runners.