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Lagonita Lodge
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Black Forest Lodge And Cabins
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Holiday Inn Resort The Lodge At Big Bear Lake, an IHG Hotel
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Motel 6 Big Bear Lake, CA
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Big Bear Lakefront Lodge
Popular places to visit
Snow Summit
Hit the slopes in Big Bear Lake with a visit to Snow Summit. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.
Castle Rock Trail
Enjoy a trip to Castle Rock Trail and popular activities like skiing in Big Bear Lake. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.
Big Bear Alpine Zoo
Why not meet the animals who call Big Bear Alpine Zoo home during your trip to Big Bear Lake? Amble around this quaint area's lakeside, or seek out the ski slopes.
Big Bear Lake Vacations
Prime opportunities for outdoor recreation draw visitors year-round to Big Bear Lake, a city at 6,750 feet in the San Bernardino Mountains of Southern California. A Big Bear Lake vacation can mean skiing and snowboarding in winter, summer hikes in the national forest, fishing and boating on the lake, or doing little more than relaxing and enjoying the scenery.
Major Attractions
In winter, two ski resorts -- Bear Mountain and Snow Summit -- are the major attraction of Big Bear Lake packages. Spend days downhill skiing or snowboarding, or try snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. Snow play areas are also available for sledding and tubing. In other seasons, the resorts offer hiking and mountain biking trails, and you can ride the scenic sky chair to the top of Snow Summit. The fishing season starts in April take to the lake to catch trout, catfish, and largemouth bass. The lake also offers opportunities for boating, water skiing, kayaking, and stand-up paddle boarding. Visit the Big Bear Discovery Center to learn about forest stewardship and let the children connect with nature at the outdoor discovery zone. You can also arrange off-road Jeep tours at the center.
Recurring Festivals and Events
From June to September, the Music in the Mountains Summer Concert Series brings classic rock bands to the outdoor amphitheater at the Big Bear Discovery Center. Another big annual event is the Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest, held on weekends from mid-September until the end of October. Entertainment and events, including live music, German food and beer, log-sawing contests, and other games, take place at the Convention Center, which is within walking distance of many Big Bear Lake hotels. In September, the town hosts the Big Bear International Film Festival, featuring outdoor film screenings and workshops.
Ready for the slopes, trails, and natural beauty of the mountains? Then it's time to book Big Bear Lake vacation packages through Travelocity and save up to $537. With Big Bear Lake car rentals, you can explore nearby attractions too, including a zip-line course and the Big Bear Alpine Zoo at Moonridge.
Tours and Activities in Big Bear Lake
Overwhelming locations, interesting people and unforgettable new experiences — that's what travel's all about. Excited about your next wonderful adventure?
Getaways give us an opportunity to embark on fun adventures. During your travels to Big Bear Lake, indulge in a Big Bear Lake Ziplining Adventure or a Big Bear Lake Segway Tour.
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Where to stay in Big Bear Lake: Best areas for travelers
- Moonridge: Featuring some of the finest attractions in Big Bear Lake, this area ought to be toward the top of your list. Why not use the Birch Bear! Incredible Views, Ski Close Lodge, Color Spa, Pool Table, Privacy as a base to check out Snow Summit? Also browse the offers at the Bear Haven Cabin-family Friendly-arcade Table-pet Free-close to Bear Mtn! and the 100 Steps to Bear Mountain! Skiier\'s Dream. Cozy 2 Level Mountain Cabin. You'll be able to cross off this neighborhood's other must-sees from any of these hotel options.
- Upper Moonridge: Whether you intend to stay in town for a night or a week, this is the perfect place to set up camp. Spend your days exploring the interesting local attractions and your evenings chilling out at the Bear Haven Cabin-family Friendly-arcade Table-pet Free-close to Bear Mtn! or the Birch Bear! Incredible Views, Ski Close Lodge, Color Spa, Pool Table, Privacy.
- Big Bear City: This neighborhood draws the crowds with its unique character and top attractions. Make Community Arts Theater Society your first port of call if you spend your trip here. Obviously, no trip is complete without someplace to enjoy some shut-eye. We suggest the Great Family Vacation Getaway!. The Cooper\'s Cozy Cabin in the Mountains! and the Million Dollar Lake View Cabin, Big Bear Lake are other places to grab some Zs.