Big Bear City Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Big Bear City
Where to stay in Big Bear City
North Shore
If you're spending some time in North Shore, Big Bear Lake and Big Bear Discovery Center are top sights worth seeing.
Meadowbrook Estates
While Meadowbrook Estates isn't home to many top sights, Gold Mountain Memorial Park and Bear Mountain Golf Course are some notable places to visit nearby.
Whispering Forest
When in Whispering Forest, you can plan a visit to Community Arts Theater Society and Interlaken 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
I booked Kathy’s Cottage based on its high rating, but unfortunately our experience was very disappointing. Check-in was extremely difficult, which was already stressful—especially since I booked this for my dad. Once inside, the heater and fireplace were not working. I contacted the provided number, ...
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Big Sky: Luxury Big Bear Lodge! Hot Tub! Pool Table! Fire Pit! 2 Primary Suites! Dog Friendly! Forest Walks + Snow Play! Arcade! EV Charger!
Only suggestion. Not enough towels and would have enjoyed plush towels for bath. We had to wash a load to have enough
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Tao Cabins
Clean, comfortable, everything worked. The best affordable hotel I've stayed in recently.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
NEW!!! ★BEARADISE★ Modern Luxury Cabin
The downstairs has had a remodel but the upstairs is still outdated besides the bathroom. I was excited for the TeePee and foosball table for our child but neither were usable. No propane for bbq. There were no cleaning supplies to do our own clean when we arrived as it could have used a once over. ...
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
New! Bearadise ~ Hunting Cabin with Game Room
The home was super nice and clean and had a beautiful private back yard there was a awesome game room and they had a main bedroom upstairs with its own jacuzzi and a kids room downstairs with board games in the closet' loved the stay here and would choose to stay here again!
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Big Sky: Luxury Big Bear Lodge! Hot Tub! Pool Table! Fire Pit! 2 Primary Suites! Dog Friendly! Forest Walks + Snow Play! Arcade! EV Charger!
Only suggestion. Not enough towels and would have enjoyed plush towels for bath. We had to wash a load to have enough
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
North Shore Recreation Area
Explore the lovely green spaces of North Shore Recreation Area and enjoy the ski slopes in Big Bear City. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.
Activities
Zipline Tour - 9 high-speed ziplines & fun suspension bridge
