Big Bear Summers

Activities and Things to do in the summer

Beat the commonly unbearable heat of Southern California and gain new altitude in the mountains. Big Bear in the summer offers you the warmth you desire, but without the excessive heat that keeps you indoors. Whether for a weekend, a week, or longer, you won’t be bored. Hit some of Big Bear’s best hiking trails, go out on the water on a boat or to fish, test your mountain biking skills at Snow Summit Bike Park, go off the beaten path with Jeep Experience, and so much more. Click here for our list of top summer activities.

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A sign for "Grays Peak Trailhead, San Bernardino National Forest" stands amidst trees, indicating a hiking spot at Big Bear.

Hiking in Big Bear

Big Bear Lake Hiking Hiking in Big Bear and the San Bernardino National Forest is a great outdoor activity.  Easily reachable from your cabin in Big Bear, these Big Bear […]

A black horse with a saddle on it standing on a dirt trail with a little snow around the trail. A brown horse is standing below a tree in the background.

Horseback Riding in Big Bear

Horseback Riding in Big Bear If you’ve been around horses long enough, you know that there’s no better way to see the land than from the saddle. And if you’re […]

Visitors enjoying glow tubing tunnel at Big Bear Snow Play

Glow Tubing at Big Bear Snow Play

Glow Tubing at Big Bear Snow Play Glow Tubing at Big Bear Snow Play brings the magic of winter nights to life with glowing lights, fast runs, and family-friendly fun. […]

Night Skiing Snow Summit Big Bear Lake Events and Activities

Night Skiing in Big Bear

Night Skiing in Big Bear Night skiing in Big Bear Lake turns out to be one of the most thrilling and enchanting winter activities to experience in this season. If […]

Axe Throwing in Big Bear

Axe Throwing Big Bear Lake If you’ve never gone ax throwing, you’re missing out! Not only is it a great pastime hobby and a fun way to test your agility […]

Lake Information

Lake levels in Big Bear have been on a slow, but steady climb for 2020. The lake levels in January of 2020 are about 10″ higher than they were January 2019. 

January – 60' 10″

February – 60' 8″

March – 61' 6″

April – 62' 9″

May – 62' 10″

We have a wide selection of homes that have breathtaking lake views or directly lakefront, even homes with dock access. Get the best out of your summer stay and book here. For more information about our lake and a little bit out it's history and our top lakefront homes, take a look at this!

Shopping

Big Bear Village is the place to go to fulfill your shopping needs. Grab some souvenirs from Brown Bear, pick up a stylish new look for a night out at Del Lagos, take home beautiful handcrafted jewelry from Wings Jewelry & Gifts, satisfy your sweeth tooth at Big Bear Sweet Shoppe, and so much more.

A rack of colorful T-shirts hangs on wooden hangers, likely available for sale as souvenirs at a Big Bear shop.

Where to Shop in Big Bear

Big Bear Shopping – Where to Shop in Big Bear? Find the best places for Shopping in Big Bear Big Bear Lake has fun shops that meet all your needs. […]

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Foxy’s Auto and Fine Wines

Elevate Your Lifestyle at Foxy’s Auto and Fine Wines Foxy’s Auto Center is located right on the corner of Fox Farm and Big Bear Lake Blvd. Go inside to enjoy […]

The black and white logo for Wings Jewelry and Gifts in Big Bear, featuring two stylized wings above the text.

Wings Jewelry and Gifts

Shop Local: Wings Jewelry and Gifts in Beautiful Big Bear If you’re up in Big Bear and looking for some jewelry to take home with you then Wings Jewelry and […]

The exterior of the "Brown Bear Gift Shop" in Big Bear, with a small rainbow visible in the sky above the building.

Brown Bear Gift Shop

Shop Local at Brown Bear Gift Shop: A Big Bear Gem Before leaving your Big Big Bear getaway, make sure to stop by the newly remodeled Brown Bear Gift Shop […]

The exterior of the "KooRan" boutique in Big Bear at night, with a prominent light-up sign and illuminated window displays.

O Koo Ran

Shop Local Fashion at O Koo Ran: Big Bear’s Boutique Treasure Located on the corner of Village Drive and Bartlett Road, O Koo Ran has created modern, stylish clothes in […]

The exterior of a boutique in Big Bear called "The Paige's Boutique."

Del Lago’s Boutique

Del Lago’s Boutique Del Lagos caters to a broad customer base which makes them one of the most popular boutiques in Big Bear. Specializing in junior, women’s, plus size, men’s […]

April 24, 2020 Updated 6:19 AM