Big Bear Lake AIRBNB Policy Extenuating circumstances policy and the coronavirus (COVID-19) Updated March 15, 2020 On March 11, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the outbreak of coronavirus, known as COVID-19, to be a global pandemic. We are providing...

Corona Virus and VRBO Policy Updates to help with COVID-19 cancellations Dear Destination, In Vrbo’s nearly 25 years, we’ve been through a lot, but nothing comes close to the current challenges facing our travelers, partners, and team members around the world....

Book your Getaway | New Discounts! Destination Big Bear is running some amazing weekend specials starting in June.  25% Discount on most Cabins! Come up and escape the chaos – Book your Getaway in Big Bear! The weather is great...

Big Bear White Christmas 2019 Wishing you a Merry Christmas! Our beautiful, small town is covered in snow! Last nights snow storm brought in 8-12 inches of powder! Enjoy your White Christmas this year Big Bear! Big Bear Cabin Rentals...

Big Bear Winters Big Bear winters are the most traveled times for the mountain, but traveling can be stressful, especially in current snowy weather conditions. We’re here to help with some small tips and tricks you might not think of...

Big Bear’s Top 5 Local Coffee Shops! A refreshing cup of coffee is an essential part of many people’s daily routine, no matter where their travels take them. To help make your trip to Big Bear more enjoyable and less...

Big Bear Vacation Check-Off List Before you head up to Big Bear Lake for skiing and snowboarding, make sure you are prepared for the colder mountain climate so you can enjoy your vacation rental in Big Bear. Traveling Fuel up–...

Top 5 Activities in Big Bear Lake Although best-known for its powerhouse Bear Mountain Ski Resort, Big Bear Lake in California’s San Bernardino County has much more to offer than meets the eye. Packed with recreational opportunities well worth your...

Current Road Conditions Driving to Big Bear CalTrans Highway Lookup for Current Road Conditions Highways to Big Bear are HWY 38, HWY 18, and HWY 330. Where to buy Chains in Big Bear – But you should buy chains off...

See you on the Slopes at Snow Summit and Bear Mountain We are so excited to tell you Snow Summit and Bear Mountain are opening! Time to dust your skis and snowboards off – Opening Day has been announced! Snow...

Big Bear’s Top Bar and Nightlife Options Big Bear has a long list of options when it comes to great bars, entertainment, and all things nightlife. Just because the sun goes down, doesn’t mean the fun has to end. Make...

4 Reasons to Visit Big Bear in November! Yes, there is life after Labor Day in Big Bear Lake! While many residents claim to have arrived for the winters and remained for the summers, fall is truly a season to...

Big Bear Hot Dawgz and Handrails There’s no doubt that snowboarding is one of the main highlights of Big Bear. There is just a different buzz around the mountain when winter comes, and if you are a boarder yourself then...

Algae in Big Bear Lake Algae in Big Bear Lake | Destination Big Bear From the BBMWD – “Blue-Green Algae is in fact not an algae at all, it is a bacteria (cyanobacteria). This type of bacteria is found in...

Big Bear Dam Keeper’s House Walking in Frankenstein’s Footsteps While the areas around Big Bear have often been used as movie scenes and backdrops for many Hollywood films for about a century, one of the most unusual locations for a...

Big Bear Cabin of the Week | Gibralter Lakefront Destination Big Bear’s first official Big Bear Cabin of the Week goes to the amazing home, Gibralter Lakefront! When it comes to Big Bear vacation rental homes, this home is one...

Fourth of July Firework Safety in Big Bear Fireworks are a fourth of July favorite for most people, and we understand why. The gorgeous display in the sky can give you child-like wonder and excitement. We want our guests to...

Big Bear Chili Cook-Off Join Destination Big Bear at the annual Big Bear Chili Cook-Off! The cook-off is an ICS-Sanctioned World Qualifier Competition with over 40+ cooks competing for prizes! Join us in a good time with tasting kits, live...

Spartan Race Takes Big Bear When you hear “Spartan Race” you’re likely to react one of two ways. One, being excitement and thrill. You love Spartan Races and the experiences you get from it, pushing yourself and your body to...

Big Bear Super Bloom! Go Belly up over the rarest super bloom on Earth! If the opening title didn’t bring you in, were not really sure what else would. So we can guess that you are curious about the claim...

2019’s Big Bear Lake Water Level AHHHHH breathe it in! It is finally that time of year again here in Big Bear Lake California when the snow from the ski resorts & surrounding mountain peaks melt and the Big Bear...

State Route 38 Now Open to Residents 3/7/2023 – 6:23 am State Route 38 now open to traffic, in addition to SR 18 from Lucerne Valley for local residents, we expect the roads to open soon for guests. Please visit...

Instagram Photo Contest Winner Our first Instagram contest winner has been chosen! Say hello to Alex and his friends! Alex’s photo was chosen as our first place winner, giving his photo a feature here on our blog and on our...

FAQ for New Homeowners We get a lot of frequently asked questions for new homeowners about adding their homes to our program, we wanted to make it a little easier for you to find the answers to your questions. Here...

Big Bear Snow Summit Live Picture Are you an avid snowboarder or skier who loves Snow Summit in Big Bear, California? If so, then you’re going to love this! We recently visited Snow Summit to take a live picture from...

What Does Luxury Mean to You? What does luxury accommodation mean to you?  Certain cabin amenities? The style and design features of the house?  The surrounding neighborhood/homes? The destination city location? For me, luxury is a level of service and...

Big Bear Polar Plunge is coming back! March 2nd, 2019 is the big date. Destination Big Bear is going to be offering 20% OFF your stay that weekend with the promo code: Polar The Polar Plunge is an event created...

Snowfall Hits Big Bear, Again! In the lane, snow is glistening… the winter weather precipitation is back! Starting early this morning, Big Bear saw it’s second dose of snow. The day started out with a wintry mix of rain and...

Big Bears First Snowfall of the 2018/2019 Season is Here! Our first storm of the season delivering on its promise to bring cold and windy wet weather to the area. Expect mostly cloudy skies through midday with rain, possibly moderate...

Snow Summit Opening Day November 16, 2018! Big Bear Ski Resorts are Now Open! We are excited to announced Big Bear Mountain Resort’s opening dates for the 2018/19 winter season: Snow Summit, Friday, November 16, 2018 Bear Mountain, Friday, November...

Mountain Meets Palm Springs Combining the sophistication of Palm Springs and the rustic nature of the mountains, Summit Creek Pines should be your next cabin rental in Big Bear Lake! The striking wide plank floors in grey tones complement the...

Big Bear Discounts on Cabins Only Destination Big Bear offers you a one-of-a-kind getaway to Big Bear sure to satisfy your desire for relaxation, comfort, and excitement. Premier locations just seconds from the Village, ski resorts, the Village, and more!...

2018 Spartan SoCal Beast and Sprint The 2018 Spartan Socal Beast and Sprint has come to a close.  Starting on May 19 and concluding on May 20, 2018 this race brought out over 12 thousand racers, competing for top rank. Both...

Big Bear Super Bowl Weekend Deals – Find out which cabins are offering the third night at a discount. Which cabins have the best TV’s and game rooms. Right Now! Book 2 Nights For Super Bowl Weekend* And Receive 3rd...

Bear Mountain’s 75th Birthday Celebration!     On Saturday, January 20th, Bear Mountain is celebrating its 75th birthday and they know how to throw a party.   The celebration kicks off at 8:30am, with registration for Shred the Love, an...

Thanksgiving Events 2017 Visiting Big Bear Lake this weekend? You’ll find plenty of Thanksgiving Events in Big Bear to keep you entertained. In this blog post, we’ve listed a few highlights from the many events that are happening on the...

  Thank You Spartans!   Last weekend’s Spartan race was a huge success with over fourteen-thousand competitors visiting Snow Summit for a weekend of high-altitude competition. The community of Big Bear is honored to have played host to such an...

Halloween at the Lake Calling all witches, ghouls, and things that go bump in the night: Are you planning on celebrating Halloween at the lake?     Whether you’re looking for a spine-chilling adventure or a family-friendly trick-or-treating outing: Big...

Calling all Spartans! The SoCal Beast & Sprint #2 is less than two weeks away! We know you’ve been eating right and training hard, but have you booked your cabin? If you’re still in need, Destination Big Bear has a...

Labor Day Weekend 2017 Art on the Corner Art on the Corner in the Heart of Big Bear Village on the corner of Village Drive and  Pine Knot Avenue.  Fine Art and Craftsmanship will be features in a variety of ...

My Journey at Destination Big Bear  I have recently completed a 10-month internship at Destination Big Bear and I can honestly say it was the best 10 months of my life. Being a part of a close team of employees really made me feel at home....

Top 5 Ways to Have Fun on Big Bear Lake From kayaking to paddleboarding, there’s no shortage of fun ways for the whole family on Big Bear Lake this summer. If you book with us at Destination Big Bear and...

AMGEN Tour of California The largest professional cycling race in North America is coming back to Big Bear!  The 12th edition AMGEN Tour of California will be rolling through the community for the 3rd time in it’s history.  Big Bear...

Returning Guests! 25% Discount on Great Cabins! Be Part of the Big Bear Winter Excitement! With the largest snowfall in a decade, the winter season has been fantastic and it’s not over yet!  Destination Big Bear is running some amazing...

Christmas Holiday in Big Bear Lake Big Bear Lake is a great place to spend your Christmas holiday!   Enjoy family friendly festive activities, play in the snow and even visit Santa and Mrs. Clause before they head back to the...

Thanksgiving Weekend in Big Bear Thanksgiving Weekend in Big Bear Lake is a great time to rent a cabin!  The weather is crisp, the sun is shining, and a vacation rental in Big Bear is the perfect way to gather...

Stay & Play! 12/1-12/12 $100 Gift Card Package THIS PROMOTION HAS ENDED!  THANK YOU FOR STAYING WITH US! NOW!  This deal was so popular we are opening it up to ANY cabin for ANY guest*!  Stay with us between 12/1...

Big Bear Lake Halloween Weekend Looking for spook-tacular ways to spend your Halloween weekend in Big Bear Lake?   Bring your costumes and buckets for candy!  There are fun activities for the whole family to enjoy during your Big Bear Lake...

The Village Sweet Shoppe When your sweet tooth needs attention, satisfy it with a stop by The Village Sweet Shoppe!  They have everything from Jelly Belly’s, taffy,, chocolates, novelties, gelato, soda and more! Jin: They have some cute chairs in...

  Lift and Lodging Package!!!   Book a cabin with Destination Big Bear for a stay that includes the night of December 15th, 2017 and you’ll receive a FREE one-day lift ticket for Big Bear Mountain Resort. Whether you’re a...