Hiking 101 Part 2: Prepare Yourself for Adventure! – What to do at Big Bear Lake

The snow is melting and we’re seeing signs of spring! So it’s time to talk about hiking in Big Bear Lake in this second part of our two part series on the subject. Last week we discussed the equipment you’ll need for a successful hike in the mountains. Did you have a chance to purchase …

Hiking 101, Part 1: Gathering the Right Gear – What to do at Big Bear Lake

We welcomed spring in Big Bear on Wednesday with semi-open arms. While we miss the snow, the changing of seasons means the mountains become ready for other activities, fishing on a boat in the lake is a little closer, and that bike that has been sitting in the garage will be getting a good dusting …

St. Patrick’s Day and the March to Spring – What to do at Big Bear Lake

Green will be a big theme over the next few weeks at Big Bear Lake. The weather is getting warmer, and while the Southern California mountains will fight to keep the snow, Mother Nature is not cooperating. We have rooms available for St. Patrick’s Day, when we will all become a little Irish for the …

Storing your Winter Equipment – Things to do at Big Bear Lake

From where we are standing in Big Bear Lake, we can see that the snow is going to end at some point and we’re going to have to think about storing our winter equipment. The temperatures are warming towards the end of this week and spring is over three weeks away. We are hoping that …

Ideas for March – What to do at Big Bear Lake

Will March in Big Bear Lake arrive like a lion or like a lamb? With all of the great snowboarding and skiing events that kick the month off, we are pulling for lion. Bear Mountain and Snow Summit like to receive as much snow as possible through early March. Then, we’ll be happy for all …

Valentine’s Day Weekend – What To Do at Big Bear Lake

Heart drawn in the snow

Snow is not the only thing we are hoping for in the air at this time of year! We are close to Valentine’s Day, and Big Bear Lake shows its love with a good covering of snow on the ground, some cooler weekend temperatures, and plenty of activities for couples to do while you are …

February 2013 Events | What to do at Big Bear Lake

The weather is perfect and at this time of year it's all about the outdoors and snow in Big Bear California. Look for warmer temperatures during this first week of February, but then on Friday we’re expecting snow in Big Bear Lake, which will provide fresh powder for the slopes. Look for temperatures to drop …

Skiing in a Different Light – What to do at Big Bear Lake

The days are filled with activity here in Big Bear Lake.  Did you know we have a bustling night life as well? The Village becomes a little busier, with people out enjoying the restaurants and shops after a long day playing in the crisp alpine air. We love the night time activities up here as …

A Snow Sport for Everyone – What to do at Big Bear Lake

The snow and the cold are here to stay! Big Bear Lake is dressed in all white, and we have fully embraced the winter weather. Good thing too, because January is “Learn a Snow Sport” month. Most of us are familiar with skiing and snowboarding, but there are other ways to get out and enjoy …

Young and Fun – What To Do at Big Bear Lake

Sixty is a big number. It is a big deal when someone reaches their 60th birthday or anniversary, and in 2013 there are plenty of people celebrating theirs. The girl that just wanted to have fun, Cyndi Lauper, turns 60 this year.  The voice of Buzz Lightyear and the famous tool man, Tim Allen, will …