Skiing and snowboarding
Big Bear is known for winter mountain days, resort skiing, snowboarding, lessons, rentals, and snow trips.
Explore Big Bear
Ski, hike, fish, boat, ride, shop, and slow down.
Use this guide to plan a full Big Bear trip around the lake, mountains, trails, village, family activities, and seasonal events.
Things to do
Start with the activities visitors search for most.
Lake activities
Boating, fishing, kayaking, paddle boarding, marinas, lake walks, and summer sunsets.
Hiking
Trail ideas, scenic overlooks, forest roads, family walks, and mountain views.
Snow tubing
Family friendly tubing areas and winter play spots during snow season.
Mountain biking
Bike park days, forest rides, rentals, and summer mountain activity.
Village shopping
Local shops, souvenirs, candy, gifts, restaurants, bars, and walkable Big Bear atmosphere.
Seasonal trip ideas
Big Bear changes by season, so this section can grow into a year round planning guide.
Winter
Snow, skiing, boarding, tubing, cozy cabins, fireplaces, and chain control planning.
Spring
Cool weather, hiking, fishing, wildflowers, quieter weekends, and fresh mountain air.
Summer
Lake days, boating, fishing, concerts, biking, patio dining, and family trips.
Fall
Cool evenings, changing colors, Oktoberfest season, hiking, cabin weekends, and market updates.