Big Bear Lake and the surrounding valley is an all-season resort. We live here full time and enjoy its beauty year-round. Here’s a few places we and our friends enjoy and you might to. This is not a comprehensive list just a sampler. Grab your smart phone and search the area.
Big Bear Weather
Chains and cables – During winter and spring seasons always carry chains that fit your tires. You may need them and you may be asked by an officer to prove that you have them. Drive slow on mountain roads.
Big Bear Year-round resorts and play areas
- Snow Summit
- Bear Mountain
- Snow Summit Bike Park Seasonal
- Snow Play – Family fun
- Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain – Family fun
- Big Bear Zoo
- Discovery Center Big Bear, local park rangers can give you hiking trail suggestions and warnings
Big Bear Lake
There are many things to do on the lake as well as near the lake. Take a boat out, go on a boat tour, rent kayaks, boats, jet skis, pontoon boats and more.
There are many marinas on Big Bear Lake, too many to list. Look um up.
Vist the Big Bear Lake Visitors Center for more detailed information on things to do.
Hiking
There are hundreds of trails in the Big Bear area here are a few.
See AllTrails.com for more Big Bear hikes and hiking information
- City Parks and Trails – Happy Hills Trail is ADA friendly
- Alpine Pedal Path – aka North Shore Lake Walk, Flat and easy with stunning views of lake, resorts and forest areas.
- Big Bear Lake Town Trail – Moderately easy
- Stanfield Marsh Trail 1.2 miles, easy flat scenic stroll
Rentals – Boat, Jet skis, Kayak, Bike, Snowboards and Skis
There are many rental places for boats and outdoor equipment.
We have our own and don’t rent stuff so do your research. Here’s just a few to get you started.
- Goldsmith Sports for Boards, Skis and Bikes
- Big Bear Kayak Rentals
- Paddles and Pedals
- Get Boards
Pine Knot Marina, seasonal boat rentals, dock spaces and more
BOAT PERMITS: If you bring your own kayaks or boat you’ll need to get a lake permit and yes they do write tickets if your boat is not registered. Permits can be purchased at the Public Boat Ramps or local marinas.
Here is a boat permit fee schedule
Big Bear Village Walk
Take a stroll around the village and enjoy the mountain ambiance, stores and arcade.
Lots of good restaurants, shops and coffee shops in this area. Village parking can be difficult on holidays.
A favorite is the North Pole Fudge and Ice Cream. Serving yummy homemade fudge, ice cream and candies.
Restaurants and Food Delivery
There are many restaurants in Big Bear Valley here’s a few.
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- Big Bear Takeout/Delivery
- Mexican, Aztec yummy food
- North Shore Café, in Fawnskin across the lake from the Village open Friday and weekends
- Grizzley Manor Café – Iconic and known for their delicious pancake breakfasts. Expect a line.
- Kallan’s in Sugarloaf
- Red Barron Pizza
- Maggio’s Pizza and Italian food
- BJ’s Grill, sandwiches and bar. Call to see what their hours are.
- The Pines, Big Bear Lake, nicer
Pets
Health Services
If you have an emergency call before you go. The wait times can be long and some places are closed on weekends.
Big Bear Events
Auto Repair
Auto repair, tires and chains
- Mercers Auto Repair and Tires Big Bear City
- Big Bear Auto Repair, Big Bear Lake
- NAPA Auto Supply, Big Bear Lake
- USA Auto Supply, Big Bear City
Other
- Gentle yoga and sound bath session
- Helicopter Tours of Big Bear Valley and surrounding areas
- Mountain Room Escapes
- Horse Back Riding, Baldwin Lake Stables
- Zip line and snow shoe tours – Action Tours
- Off Road Tours
