Big Bear City Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Big Bear City
Where to stay in Big Bear City
North Shore
If you're spending some time in North Shore, Big Bear Lake and Big Bear Solar Observatory are top sights worth seeing.
Meadowbrook Estates
While Meadowbrook Estates isn't home to many top sights, Bear Mountain Golf Course and Bear Mountain Express Lift are some notable places to visit nearby.
Peter Pan
Peter Pan might not have many top sights, but Community Arts Theater Society and Bear Mountain Golf Course are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Whispering Forest
When in Whispering Forest, you can plan a visit to Community Arts Theater Society and Interlaken Shopping Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Cathy's Cottages
"Very comfortable bed and great fireplace/hot tub!"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Tao Cabins
"Fantastic place to stay"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Gold Mountain Manor Bed and Breakfast
Sugar Bear
"Amazingly cute cabin. Had everything we could need."
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Bear Cub Cottage with HotTub & Firepit
"Great place to stay!"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Quaint Big Bear Home w/ Hot Tub: 4 Mi to Skiing!
"Showed up and couldn’t park in driveway due to snow or walk to front door due to snow. No shovel on property. Had to borrow one from neighbors. Hot in was cold and wouldn’t warm up. 2 microwaves and neither worked."
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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- Big Bear Discovery Center
- Big Bear Solar Observatory
- Alpine Pedal Path Trail 1E50
- Community Arts Theater Society
- Gold Mountain Memorial Park
- Juniper Point
- Cougar Crest Trailhead
- Green Canyon Group Camp
- Snow Summit
- Big Bear Mountain Resort
- Big Bear Marina
- Pioneertown
- Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain
- Bear Mountain Express Lift
- Snow Valley Mountain Resort
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- Big Bear Visitor Center
- Bear Mountain Golf Course
- Big Bear Lake
- Boulder Bay Park
- Bear Mountain
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