Of Trout and Terror – What to do at Big Bear Lake

There are two lines in the story Knock by Fredrick Brown that have been identified as the shortest horror story ever written: “The last man on Earth sat alone in a room. There was a knock on the door.” We are still a long way off from Halloween, but the fear and the fun will …

An Abundance of May Events – What to do at Big Bear Lake

How did we get to May so quickly? Time must be flying while we are having a good time in Big Bear Lake! This month the good times change even more as we see our friends in the Big Bear area opening their businesses for the warmer weather. Big Bear Mountain Resorts will be opening …

Eating Fresh and Feeling Good – What to do at Big Bear Lake

Warm weather, beautiful skies, and a glistening lake…Big Bear is ready for all of our warm weather sports and event enthusiasts to come up to the mountains. Many of the Big Bear Lake summer attractions and events  will open around Memorial Day weekend with the first burst of summer tourists. One thing happening right now …

A Bicycle, A Trail, and You – What to do at Big Bear Lake

The Big Bear Lake region is filled with amazing activities. There is always something for you to do any time you come up and visit, no matter the season. The weather has been consistently warm this spring, and that is bringing out the beautiful side of nature we have not seen for a while. While …

Hiking through the Mountains – What to do at Big Bear Lake

We’re getting ready for the many outdoor events coming soon to Big Bear Lake. The lake is buzzing with activity as our friends and neighbors are getting ready for some spring and summer outdoor recreation. Nature is preparing too. The weather is getting warmer, the days are getting longer, and the flowers are peeking out …

The Sweet Air of April – What to do at Big Bear Lake

April has arrived, and it is a big month for transitions here at Big Bear Lake! Bear Mountain and Snow Summit announced this week that the last day for skiing and snowboarding for the 2012-2013 season will be this Sunday. If you have been putting getting to the mountains to the last minute… this is …

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 …

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 …