913 Robinhood Boulevard, Big Bear City, California

          

Local Activities

Southern California’s alpine resort is just a short drive away!  Big Bear is a year round resort with unique and fun outdoor adventures where you can relax lakeside or play hard in the backcountry – be sure to visit the Discovery Center for more exciting activities.

Skiing and snowboarding – Both Snow Summit and Bear Mountain are premier resorts usually open in December.

Boating and Fishing – Bring a boat or rent one; jet skiing, fishing, cruising on a paddle boat, dinner cruises, canoes, kayaks, windsurfing and parasailing are all available.

Off-Road – Big Bear is a great setting for off-road fun.  Dirt roads and trails open to ATVs, dirt bikes and 4x4s abound and are clearly marked. Be sure to check with the Big Bear Forrest Service for more information. 

Hiking – Big Bear offers the best hiking in Southern California. Enjoy the whispering pines, sunshine and clean air - from logging roads to trails to cross country jaunts, few places on Earth have as much diversity!

Mountain Biking – Forest Service trails make for the best mountain biking anywhere.  Drive into the forest, park the car and take off uphill. There is no end to the possibilities for mountain biking in Big Bear.

Horseback Riding – Horseback riding trails are a “mane” attraction! Visit one of several local stables and saddle up! Good rides, amazing views, gentle horses and even a petting zoo!

Shopping and Antiquing - Shop till you drop in the village or explore the weekend antique market and local antique mall.

Bird Watching – Catching a glimpse of our national symbol is relatively easy during winter months.

Big Bear Zoo – Meet face to face with over 80 animals including bears, leopards, badgers, wolves, mountain lions and more!

Regular and Annual Events – Farmers Market (each Tuesday), Oktoberfest (Mid September through October), Antique Car Show (September), Air Show (mid August) Wooden Boat Show (Every Fall), Art Fair, Old Miner Days (August), Craft Shows (every weekend), and much more!!