{"id":3427,"date":"2016-02-02T09:40:01","date_gmt":"2016-02-02T17:40:01","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.destinationbigbear.com\/blog\/?p=3427"},"modified":"2026-04-17T00:47:22","modified_gmt":"2026-04-17T07:47:22","slug":"dreams-reality-moving-big-bear","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.destinationbigbear.com\/blog\/dreams-reality-moving-big-bear\/","title":{"rendered":"The Dreams & Reality of Moving to Big Bear"},"content":{"rendered":"

Moving to Big Bear Lake: Dreams vs Reality (Cost, Lifestyle & Real Experience)<\/h1>\n

What It\u2019s Really Like Living in Big Bear After Leaving the City<\/h2>\n

Two years ago in February, Superbowl Weekend to be exact, I abandoned city life for the allure of the mountains – moving to Big Bear from LA to reconnect with nature and simplicity..<\/p>\n

Why I Decided to Move to Big Bear from Los Angeles<\/h2>\n

I’m originally from small town Iowa and after spending a few years in large cities I was ready for a change of pace and I was craving the seasons.\u00a0 Don’t get me wrong, sunny days and sandy beaches are great, but heavy traffic and seemingly endless summers were getting to me.\u00a0 My boyfriend and I came up to a Big Bear Lake<\/a> cabin rental a couple times as a respite from the chaos and fell in love with the place.\u00a0 We imagined long hikes in the woods every weekend, taking our two chihuahuas down to the lake and becoming a local at one of the coffee shops<\/a>.\u00a0 The small town, friendly atmosphere was exactly what we were craving with the advantage of being only a couple hours from Los Angeles for those times we needed a city fix.<\/p>\n

I was working from home at the time for a juice cleanse company based out of San Fransisco and my boyfriend was transitioning in his career.\u00a0 Not wanting to delay our departure from the big city with the cost of living going up, we packed up our downtown studio loft apartment rental, two dogs, two cats, said goodbye to all our favorite restaurants<\/a>, conveniences, weather and headed for the hills.<\/p>\n

Big Bear Cabin Life: Expectations vs Reality<\/h3>\n

Our new home was a cute little two bedroom house with a large side yard in Sugarloaf.\u00a0 We went from beautiful hardwood floors, modern appliances and lofted ceilings to blue carpet, dated tile counters and floral wallpaper – lots of floral wallpaper.\u00a0 It was awesome. But, the romance of the move did not last long.<\/p>\n

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Wildlife in Big Bear Neighborhoods: Lessons in Mountain Living<\/h3>\n

One of the biggest lessons we learned early on was that wildlife in Big Bear is very real.<\/p>\n

Our cats, who were used to city life, loved exploring the outdoors. But the mountains come with risks. After a short time, we lost both of them\u2014likely to coyotes. It was heartbreaking and a tough introduction to the realities of living in a natural environment.<\/p>\n

From that point on, we took extra precautions with our dogs and reinforced our yard. Living in Big Bear means learning to coexist with wildlife\u2014and respecting that you\u2019re in their territory.<\/p>\n

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Cost of Living in Big Bear, California: Not Always What You Expect<\/h3>\n

Another lesson that is soon learned when living in Big Bear is the cost of heating your house in winter.\u00a0 Despite the lack of snowfall that year, the weather was still cold and the the house we were renting only had one wall heater, in the living room, that did not reach the bedrooms.\u00a0 It was cold at night and electric blankets and space heaters became essential.\u00a0 The cost of our gas and power bill skyrocketed.\u00a0 We also had very few winter clothes since we had been living in LA.\u00a0 So much for a reduced cost of living!\u00a0 Luckily things settled down once the weather got warmer<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Living in Sugarloaf Big Bear: Hiking and Quiet Moments in Nature<\/h3>\n

Sugarloaf is only steps from national forest and hiking<\/a> is easy.\u00a0 Just head up the hill and viola, nature. Just like we wanted.\u00a0 But I was getting a case of cabin fever.\u00a0 I needed more social interaction and was ready to find my place among the locals to make the town feel more like my home.<\/p>\n

Finding Community in Big Bear Through Local Theater<\/h4>\n

I sought out the local theater company, something I had grown up with and missed the collaboration<\/a> of creativity.\u00a0 I was welcomed with open arms, immediately put to work in the upcoming spring production of Wizard of Oz.\u00a0 My life felt as if it was truly filled with magic and I couldn’t believe my good fortune.\u00a0 Plus, I hadn’t even needed my own ruby slippers!<\/p>\n

Working Remotely from Big Bear: Career Challenges in a Resort Town<\/h4>\n

However, the magic did not last long.\u00a0 I lost my job in June, mid production and my boyfriend was being called back to Los Angeles more and more for work.\u00a0 Enter panic mode.\u00a0 Back in Iowa and Seattle I was a nurse in home health and organ and tissue recovery.\u00a0 Once I moved to California I landed a job at a breast health clinic, eventually finding my way back to organ and tissue recovery before transitioning into marketing for juice cleanses.\u00a0 My set of skills was not exactly in high demand in this small resort town.<\/p>\n

Real Stories About Big Bear Living: Building a New Life<\/h3>\n

But good fortune was still on my side, at least for the most part.\u00a0 I was hired on at Destination Big Bear<\/a>.\u00a0 I was now part of the town.\u00a0 I had a house and job in the mountains.\u00a0 I recognized people at the grocery store<\/a>.\u00a0 Big Bear had become my new home.<\/p>\n

Where fortune did not last was with my relationship.\u00a0 At least that is what I thought.\u00a0 My boyfriend went back to LA to further his career and go back to the city life he loves.\u00a0 Me?\u00a0 I met a new guy, in Oz.<\/p>\n

\"TheI look back on the last two years and can’t believe how much my life has changed.\u00a0 Just a little weekend trip to a cabin rental in Big Bear Lake<\/a> started the snowball rolling.<\/p>\n

Pros and Cons of Moving to Big Bear Lake<\/h3>\n

Will Big Bear Lake be my home forever?\u00a0 Only time will tell.\u00a0 The dream of hiking and spending time at the lake fades with each passing month.<\/p>\n

Things to Know Before Moving to Big Bear: Reality Beyond the Dream<\/h4>\n

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Things to Know Before Moving to Big Bear<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

Before making the move, keep these in mind:<\/p>\n

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  • Prepare for cold winters and heating costs<\/li>\n
  • Research job opportunities or secure remote work<\/li>\n
  • Understand wildlife safety<\/li>\n
  • Be ready for a quieter, slower lifestyle<\/li>\n
  • Plan for fewer amenities than urban areas<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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    Final Thoughts: Dreams vs Reality of Living in Big Bear<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

    Looking back, moving to Big Bear Lake changed my life in ways I never expected. What started as a weekend getaway turned into a completely new chapter.<\/p>\n

    The dream of mountain living doesn\u2019t replace everyday responsibilities\u2014but it does offer something special: space to breathe, reconnect with nature, and build a different kind of life.<\/p>\n

    Big Bear isn\u2019t perfect, but for the right person, it can be exactly what they\u2019re looking for.<\/p>\n

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