Big Bear Creek
2.8 mi
Distance
876 ft
Elev. Gain
1h 22m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Moderate
Difficulty
About This Trail
Big Bear Creek is a point-to-point trail in Manti-La Sal National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Sanpete County, Utah. It is 2.8 miles long and gains 876 feet. Per Utah Geospatial Resource Center, it is open to horses. The nearest town is Manti, Utah, about 14 miles away in a straight line.
From the trail data on this page. For conditions and closures, see official sources.
Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 2,614 ft |
| High point | 1.6 mi | 2,846 ft |
| End | 2.8 mi | 2,832 ft |
Trail Details
Horse access: Utah Geospatial Resource Center, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
Official sources & verification
Managed by United States Forest Service
Source of truth
- Manti-La Sal National Forest — official page
Park unit page with alerts and visitor information.
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Manti, UT · about 14 mi away
- County:
- Sanpete County, UT
- Jurisdiction:
- Manti-La Sal National Forest · United States Forest Service
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
Verify by phone or mail
- Operator:435-636-3500
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