Big Bear City Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A lakeside view with a large wooden house and several smaller buildings, surrounded by trees and rocks.
A lake surrounded by forested mountains, a rocky island with buildings, and clear blue water.
A snow-covered village with a frozen lake, surrounded by mountains.
A lakeside community with houses, a dock, and a sunset.
A lake with boats, a wooden dock, and a mountain in the background.

Where to stay in Big Bear City

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A mountainous landscape with a clear blue sky, a lake, and scattered trees.

Moonridge

Skiing and mountain views are notable features of Moonridge. You might consider stopping by Big Bear Mountain Resort while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

A panoramic view of a lake surrounded by dense forests and mountains, with a marina and residential areas along the shore.

Upper Moonridge

If you're spending some time in Upper Moonridge, Big Bear Mountain Resort and Chair 7 are top sights worth seeing.

A white observatory dome by a lake with a forested mountain backdrop.

North Shore

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

A clear blue river with rocky outcrops, a forested hillside, and a cabin.

Meadowbrook Estates

While Meadowbrook Estates isn't home to many top sights, Gold Mountain Memorial Park and Green Spot Picnic Area are some notable places to visit nearby.

A mountainous landscape with a winding road, a waterfall, and snow-covered peaks.

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.

Cathy's Cottages

Cathy's Cottages

3 out of 5
600 W Big Bear Blvd Big Bear City CA
The price is 945.661 ₫ per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
945.661 ₫
3.102.055 ₫ total
9 Sept - 10 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly lodge in Big Bear City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a business centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (482 reviews)
"If you are just looking for a place to sleep and shower because you have a lot planned, then this is your place. It's not romantic or luxurious. It's just practical. Everything is very dated. However, I had a great time at Big Bear. There is a lot to do there."

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

Cathy's Cottages
Tao Cabins

Tao Cabins

3 out of 5
737 Irving Way Big Bear City CA
The price is 722.938 ₫ per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
722.938 ₫
2.699.030 ₫ total
9 Sept - 10 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Big Bear City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and premium bedding. Popular attractions Snow Summit and The Village are located nearby.
Tao Cabins
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 3.627.706 ₫ per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
3.627.706 ₫
4.063.030 ₫ total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
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! (234 reviews)
"The room we stayed in had a detached bathroom, which was inconvenient because we had to leave the room every time we wanted to use the restroom. This was especially inconvenient in the middle of the night, when we had to get dressed just to use the bathroom. Breakfast was pretty good, and the staff ..."

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

Gold Mountain Manor Bed and Breakfast
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Basecamp Modern A Frame Retreat

Basecamp Modern A Frame Retreat

5 out of 5
553 Villa Grove Ave Big Bear City CA
Stay at this luxury cabin in Big Bear City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Snow Summit and The Village are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Spent the weekend for my wife’s birthday with family and had a great time. The property has everything you need. It does have a bbq even though the listing doesn’t show it."

Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026

Basecamp Modern A Frame Retreat
Bear Cub Cottage with HotTub & Firepit

Bear Cub Cottage with HotTub & Firepit

3.5 out of 5
109 E Country Club Blvd Big Bear City CA
Stay at this cabin in Big Bear City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Snow Summit and The Village are located ...
Bear Cub Cottage with HotTub & Firepit
Bruin Chalet #2464

Bruin Chalet #2464

3 out of 5
280 Stanford Way Big Bear City CA
Stay at this cabin in Big Bear City. Enjoy patios, an in-room coffee maker and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Snow Summit and The Village are located ...
Bruin Chalet #2464
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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.

Stay near popular Big Bear City attractions

Big Bear Solar Observatory

8.4/10 (9 reviews)
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.
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A marina with boats docked, a lighthouse, and a forested hill in the background.

Big Bear Lake

A lake with a dock, surrounded by mountains and houses.

Fawnskin

A snow-covered mountain landscape with evergreen trees.

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