Big Bear City Travel Guide
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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, Gold Mountain Memorial Park and Snow Summit are some notable places to visit nearby.

Whispering Forest
When in Whispering Forest, you can plan a visit to Community Arts Theater Society and Lakeview Shopping Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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.

Cathy's Cottages
This was our first time staying at Cathy's Cottages, and although there were a few minor things we would have liked it was an overall great stay. The room was clean, they offer all the amenities, and the fireplace as well as the tub was the absolute best. We used the tub each night and it made the ...
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

Tao Cabins
Everything is 👍 thank you 😊
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025

Gold Mountain Manor Bed and Breakfast
We enjoyed our stay. I truly admire how the owner welcomed the guests. The other staff were very approachable, and we loved the room.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

Redwood Elegance
The property was clean and in a lovely area. It was close to local shops and places to eat perfect for a quiet getaway. It appeared that the property was still under construction a bit, and a few surfaces were unfinished and a few things didn’t work perfectly, but that did not disruptour stay. The ...
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

Mountain Bliss
It was a good place to stay for a night.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025

Bear Woods 3BR Retreat
Lots of beds, nice and warm, kitchen worked well, living room area was cozy and had good variety of video options. Close to town. No major problems of any kind.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
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.
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.
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.
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.
Green Canyon Group Camp
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Green Canyon Group Camp, a lovely green space in Big Bear City. Amble around this quaint area's lakeside or seek out the ski slopes.
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- Big Bear Discovery Center
- Big Bear Solar Observatory
- Gold Mountain Memorial Park
- Community Arts Theater Society
- Green Canyon Group Camp
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- Snow Summit
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