Free things to do around Los Angeles
Free Things to Do in Big Pines
A mountain recreation area in the high country — Table Mountain, pine-forest nature trails and alpine air.
About Big Pines
Big Pines is a mountain recreation area in the high country of the San Gabriel Mountains near Wrightwood, at the edge of the Angeles National Forest. Its free draws are the pine-forest nature trails, the Table Mountain area and the cool alpine scenery — a world away from the city below.
Forested and high, it offers free hiking and mountain air in one of the county's loftiest corners.
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Free places in Big Pines
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In the Pines
Landmarks
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David Burrows
Landmarks
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Big Pines Nature Trail
Trails
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Table Mtn Nature
Trails
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Table Mtn Nature Trail
Trails
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Table Mountain Observatory
Observatories
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Big Pine Station
Preserves
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Blue Ridge
Trails
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Blue Ridge Trail
Trails
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Lightning Ridge Nature Trail
Trails
Frequently asked: free things to do in Big Pines
What are the best free things to do in Big Pines?
Hike the Big Pines and Table Mountain nature trails through the pine forest, and enjoy the high-country scenery — all free.
Where is Big Pines?
Big Pines is a mountain recreation area in the high San Gabriel Mountains near Wrightwood.
Are the trails free?
The trails are free to hike; some Angeles National Forest trailheads require a parking pass.
Are there free events nearby?
Yes. The mountain communities host seasonal events. The list on this page updates with current ones nearby.