North Shore Travel Guide
Fawnskin
Visit North Shore
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
I loved the Lagonita Lodge. The location was great, right by the lake. Rooms were clean and quiet. The room was a complete apartment with all the amenities. I just wished the check out on the weekends was at 12 noon like the other days, especially since the rate is higher in the weekends.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026

Lake Arrowhead Resort and Spa
This resort can use some new carpet in rooms and hallways.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026

Sessions Retreat & Hotel
Staff, parking, hotel was great- first time in big bear- vanisha and the staff did a awesome job giving us a review and recommendations within area. Will definitely be back.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026

Chateau Big Bear Boutique Hotel, BW Signature Collection
The breakfast buffet was ideal , great location close by to many places, aesthetically cute
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026

Hotel Marina Riviera
I absolutely LOVED this place. With the view, restaurant, hot tub and and gorgeous renovations, this is easily one of my favorite hotels.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Holiday Inn Resort The Lodge At Big Bear Lake by IHG
This place is literally falling apart. No screens on the windows, paint peeling, you can see through the side of the door when locked and closed. No air conditioning.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
