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 family riding a ski lift in Big Bear, California, amidst beautiful forested mountains, enjoying a scenic winter experience.

Scenic Sky Chair

Big Bear Scenic Sky Chair: A Must-Do Mountain Adventure Take in the breathtaking views of Big Bear Lake aboard the Scenic Sky Chair at Snow Summit.  This open-air lift glides […]

Barrel 33 in Big Bear

Barrel 33

Barrel 33 – A Big Bear Lake’s Favorite Wine Bar & Lounge Searching for the perfect spot to enjoy wine tasting in Big Bear Lake?  Barrel 33 is a locally […]

Yellow helicopter parked on tarmac, marked for tours, with forested mountains behind it, located in Big Bear.

Helicopter Tour Big Bear Lake

Big Bear Helicopter Tours – A Scenic Adventure in the Sky Looking for a unique experience in Big Bear Lake? Big Bear Helicopter Tours offers a scenic adventure above the […]

A child smiles while climbing a high ropes course at Big Bear Lake against a clear blue sky.

Big Bear Ropes Course

Big Bear Ropes Course: A Thrilling Aerial Adventure Looking for an unforgettable outdoor experience in Big Bear Lake?  The Big Bear Ropes Course offers a heart-pounding aerial adventure perfect for […]

A wide shot shows a large blue inflatable waterpark floating on the calm waters of Big Bear Lake under a sunny sky.

Big Bear Waterpark Opening

Big Bear Waterpark Opening at Pine Knot Marina The Floating Waterpark at Pine Knot Marina is making its splashy return and if you’ve ever watched the excitement from the shoreline, […]

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 […]

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.

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. […]

Foxy's Auto and Fine Wines

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 […]

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 […]

Brown Bear Gift Shop in Big Bear

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 […]

O Koo Ran

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 […]

Del Lago'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