- Serving the San Bernardino Mountains
- Crestline • Lake Arrowhead
- Running Springs • Big Bear
Resources For San Bernardino Mountain Homeowners
Reliable information can make mountain property ownership a little easier. We’ve collected useful official resources for tree removal, wildfire preparedness, defensible space, permits, winter conditions and property safety—along with our own plain-English homeowner guides.
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Trusted Resources
The resources below link directly to agencies and organizations responsible for the information, so you can access current guidance straight from the source. We’ve also included our own homeowner guides throughout this site to help explain common tree and property questions.
- Homeowner Resources
1. CAL FIRE — Defensible Space
Understand California’s defensible-space zones, vegetation spacing and recommendations for reducing wildfire risk around your home.
- Homeowner Resources
San Bernardino County Tree & Plant Removal
Find information about when County tree-removal approval may be required and how to apply through the County’s online permitting system.
- Homeowner Resources
San Bernardino County Mountain Snow Information
Check road closures, winter conditions, mountain weather resources and snow information before traveling or scheduling property work.
- Homeowner Resources
Big Bear Fire Department - Defensible Space
Find local guidance for creating and maintaining defensible space in the Big Bear Valley, including vegetation management, tree clearance, pine needles, and other wildfire-preparation measures.
- Homeowner Resources
Big Bear Fire Tree Removal & Fuels Management
Learn about local tree-removal requirements, fuels-management programs, and when a tree-removal permit may be required within the City of Big Bear Lake.
Still Have Questions?
Mountain property questions don’t always have simple answers. If you’re having trouble finding the information you need, aren’t sure which resource applies to your situation, or have a question about Mountain Tree Quotes, feel free to reach out.
We’re happy to help point you in the right direction.