North Shore Travel Guide
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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 Solar Observatory
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Big Bear Solar Observatory during your trip to Big Bear City. Wander through the lakeside and lush forest in this quaint area.
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.
Juniper Point
Explore the lovely green spaces of Juniper Point and enjoy the ski slopes in Big Bear City. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.
Cougar Crest Trailhead
You can take time to visit Cougar Crest Trailhead during your travels to Big Bear City.
Grout Bay Picnic Area
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Grout Bay Picnic Area, a lovely green space in Fawnskin. Amble around this quaint area's lakeside or seek out the ski slopes.
Top hotels in North Shore

Lagonita Lodge
Great stay! The room was very clean and the staff was wonderful and welcoming. Having a playroom for the family was a big plus, and the in-room kitchen was a great addition that made cooking easy and convenient. The location was also excellent—close to restaurants and plenty of activities. We really ...
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Lake Arrowhead Resort and Spa
Great service
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Black Forest Lodge And Cabins
Excellent rooms, very friendly staff, we had a great stay!
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Motel 6 Big Bear Lake, CA
Great place. Center of all activities
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

Sessions Retreat & Hotel
Professional, friendly staff. Easy peazy check in and front desk was amazing. Offered tons of information regarding shopping, dining and trail experiences. Clean rooms, cozy comfortable beds, great decor too.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Hotel Marina Riviera
Had an amazing stay! What a great spot and location for most of what big bear has to off! The walking distance to everything was amazing! Plus power shut off in the hotel so me being an electrician on site i was able to assist an get power back up an running since there wasn’t really anyone on site ...
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
