Big Bear City Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Castle Rock Trail. This is a short hike about a mile, but the view is second to none. It's is the best spot to be in awe of the whole city, especially the lake. Beside hiking this trail, you can also do some rock climbing, which the rock itself has plenty of quick draws to latch your rope, to do some climbing. #Hiking
#WeekendGetaway this weekend at Big Bear California. So many things to do, while over here for the summer. Water tubing and water skiing are a must. Other things to do include, a short hike to Castle Rock, which gives you an awesome view of the Lake and City. Also, visit the summit and enjoy some Mountain biking from easy route to difficult. Want other adventurous things to do? Well, they also have zip lining here and a ride on a helicopter to view the city. Enjoy, when you visit here. #Colorful

Where to stay in Big Bear City

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North Shore

If you're spending some time in North Shore, Big Bear Lake and Big Bear Discovery Center are top sights worth seeing.

North Shore
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Meadowbrook Estates

While Meadowbrook Estates isn't home to many top sights, Gold Mountain Memorial Park and Bear Mountain Golf Course are some notable places to visit nearby.

Meadowbrook Estates
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Peter Pan

Peter Pan might not have many top sights, but Community Arts Theater Society and Gold Mountain Memorial Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Peter Pan
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Whispering Forest

When in Whispering Forest, you can plan a visit to Community Arts Theater Society and Alpine Pedal Path Trail 1E50, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Whispering Forest
Gold Mountain Manor Bed and Breakfast

Gold Mountain Manor Bed and Breakfast

4 out of 5
1117 Anita Avenue Big Bear City CA
The price is 3.798.409 ₫ per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
3.798.409 ₫
4.254.218 ₫ total
10 Mar - 11 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Big Bear City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions The Village and Snow Summit are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (219 reviews)
Clean rooms, friendly staff Very helpful and great hospitality

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Gold Mountain Manor Bed and Breakfast
Tao Cabins

Tao Cabins

3 out of 5
737 Irving Way Big Bear City CA
The price is 759.682 ₫ per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
759.682 ₫
2.748.240 ₫ total
10 Mar - 11 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Big Bear City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and premium bedding. Popular attractions The Village and Snow Summit are located nearby.
8.4/10 Very Good! (152 reviews)
Terrible place it was run down

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Tao Cabins
Sugar Bear

Sugar Bear

3 out of 5
507 Sugarloaf Blvd Big Bear City CA
The price is 2.306.832 ₫ per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
2.306.832 ₫
6.333.460 ₫ total
10 Mar - 11 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this cabin in Big Bear City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a picnic area. Popular attractions The Village and Snow Summit are located nearby.
Sugar Bear
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Sugar Bear

Sugar Bear

3 out of 5
507 Sugarloaf Blvd Big Bear City CA
Stay at this cabin in Big Bear City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a picnic area. Popular attractions The Village and Snow Summit are located nearby.
Sugar Bear
Bear Woods 3BR Retreat

Bear Woods 3BR Retreat

3.5 out of 5
487 Ashwood Dr Big Bear City CA
Stay at this holiday home in Big Bear City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a pool table. Popular attractions The Village and Snow Summit are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (7 reviews)
The kitchen isn’t suitable for cooking because most of the equipment is old. The utensils were dirty, and there were no extra trash bags provided. They should invest a little more in updating the equipment and improving the bedding, as the polyester sheets were very uncomfortable to sleep on.

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Bear Woods 3BR Retreat
Myrtle Chalet

Myrtle Chalet

3.5 out of 5
1000 Myrtle Ave Big Bear City CA
Stay at this cabin in Big Bear City. Enjoy free parking, a garden and a picnic area. Popular attractions The Village and Snow Summit are located nearby.
Myrtle Chalet
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Big Bear Discovery Center

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Big Bear Discovery Center, a lovely green space in Big Bear City. Amble around this quaint area's lakeside or seek out the ski slopes.

Big Bear Discovery Center

North Shore Recreation Area

Explore the lovely green spaces of North Shore Recreation Area and enjoy the ski slopes in Big Bear City. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

North Shore Recreation Area

Community Arts Theater Society

You can make plans for a show at Community Arts Theater Society during your stay in Big Bear City. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

Community Arts Theater Society

Alpine Pedal Path Trail 1E50

You can take time to visit Alpine Pedal Path Trail 1E50 during your travels to Big Bear City. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's art scene.

Alpine Pedal Path Trail 1E50

Chair 7

You can take time to visit Chair 7 during your travels to Big Bear Lake.

Chair 7

Gold Mountain Memorial Park

Explore the lovely green spaces of Gold Mountain Memorial Park and enjoy the ski slopes in Big Bear City. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

Gold Mountain Memorial Park

Cities near Big Bear City

Big Bear Lake

Big Bear Lake

Big Bear Lake with green bush in the water and mountains in the background

Fawnskin

Snowy mountain and snow covered trees.

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