Family Friendly Hikes in the Inland Empire
Easy and fun hikes the whole family will love, all located within the Inland Empire.
4/20/20232 min read
1.Oak Glen Preserve, Oak Glen
Botanic Garden and Children's Outdoor Discovery Center.
Located within the Los Rios Rancho Apple Farm
Free admission and parking
3.San Timoteo Canyon Nature Sanctuary Trail, Redlands
Creekside Trail
Flat, easy 1.2 mile hike
There are two parking lot areas, one on each end of the trail.
Free admission and parking
2.White Water Preserve, Whitewater
Ranger Station with children's activities every Sunday
Check Website before visiting to be sure they are open (sometimes they have to close due to weather conditions)
A beautiful pond, picnic area, and bathrooms
Free admission and parking
4.Big Falls Trail, Forest Falls
A fun, short hike that leads to one of the biggest waterfalls in Soutern California
Adventure pass required, can purchase for $5 per day or $30/ year. BRING CASH
Picnic Tables available
9.Bluff Lake Reserve, Big Bear Lake
You may recognize the scenery as the location of the original 1961 Disney film The Parent Trap, and the 2001 20th Century Fox movie Dr. Dolittle 2.
Free admission and parking
5.Wildwood Canyon Trail, Yucaipa
A little more strenuous and steep, but doable for children.
Hike among beautiful giant oak trees
Picnic Tables available
Free admission and parking
8.Heart Rock Trail, Crestline
Easy 1/2 mile trail
From the overlook, you can look down at the 20-foot Heart Rock Falls next to a Heart Shaped hole in the rock. You can also venture down to the heart itself.
6.Caroline Park, Redlands
Located within a neighborhood in sunset drive, Redlands. Parking is limited.
A fun, easy trail with a beautiful mountain view that loops.
Free admission and parking
7.Oakmont Park, Redlands
A 14.6 acre park with picnic areas and nature trails
Free admission and parking
10.Mount Rubidoux, Riverside
The main trail is 2.5 miles round trip.
Paved road with different options, a steeper but quicker path, or a longer and easier path.
Stroller Friendly!
Site of the oldest outdoor non-denominational Easter Sunrise service in the United States.
Minimal shade on the path.
Free admission and parking
There is a huge cross is at the top of the mountain, which can be seen from far away.