Big
Bear is nestled in the San Bernardino Mountains and is
defined by its rustic traditions, rich
history, pristine
lake, beautiful mountainscapes and abundant recreational
opportunities. All of Big Bear's outdoor activities
are easily accessible and for most residents it is a short
drive or walk to enjoy the lake or mountains.
Spring
fever brings hiking, mountain
biking, horseback riding,
off-roading,
golfing, boating, water
skiing, parasailing,
fishing, kayaking,
and canoeing activities. Hiking is abundant with a variety
of trails, ranging from 1-1/2
mile easy
loops, to full-day hikes along the Pacific Crest Trail,
which spans from Mexico to Canada. If you prefer the
outdoors on wheels, Big Bear offers some of the best
off-roading
and mountain biking experiences in Southern California.
If four wheels are the preferred mode of transportation,
off-road adventures are abundant in locations such as
Holcomb Valley and Cactus Flats. Each summer, Big Bear
is host
to a Jeep Jamboree. Golfing at Bear Mountain Resorts
is a local favorite. The course offers nine holes, a
clubhouse,
a golf pro on staff and of course, a gorgeous back drop.
Big
Bear Lake is Southern California's premier recreational
lake. It is has approximately 22 miles of shoreline
and is seven miles long. The lake offers year-round
fishing
and a multitude of recreational opportunities.
When
the colors start to change and the temperatures drop,
Big Bear begins to "think
snow". Down hill and cross country skiing, snowboarding, and moonlight
snowshoeing move to the top of the "must do" list. Big Bear Mountain
Resorts (Bear Mountain and Snow Summit) offer it all for both skier and snowboarder.
Bear Mountain developed "The Park" in 2003. The Park is the ultimate
snowboarding experience and is the world's only resort devoted entirely
to freestyle terrain. Snow Summit is the place for everyday skiers and snowboarders
looking for a family friendly laid-back winter playground. Snow Summit has
fantastic beginner slopes, wide intermediate cruisers and challenging advanced
terrain.
Snow Summit's freestyle terrain parks offer a variety of beginner and
intermediate jumps and jibs for skiers and snowboarders alike. Don't
miss the opportunity to put on your snowshoes and join in the moonlight treks
up the mountain. A few
of Big Bear's equipment rental shops schedule snowshoeing trips
and rent the gear as well.
