Big Bear Central Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Big Bear Central
Popular places to visit
The Village
With a visit to The Village, a popular shopping spot in Big Bear Lake, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home.
Big Bear Marina
Explore the waterfront of Big Bear Marina and enjoy activities such as skiing in Big Bear Lake. Wander through the lakeside and lush forest in this quaint area.
Snow Summit
Hit the slopes in Big Bear Lake with a visit to Snow Summit. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.
Boulder Bay Park
After visiting Boulder Bay Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Big Bear Lake. Wander through the lakeside and lush forest in this quaint area.
Big Bear Alpine Zoo
Why not visit the animals who call Big Bear Alpine Zoo home during your trip to Big Bear Lake? Amble around this quaint area's lakeside or seek out the ski slopes.
Castle Rock Trail
Enjoy a trip to Castle Rock Trail and popular activities such as skiing in Big Bear Lake. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.
Activities
Zipline Tour - 9 high-speed ziplines & fun suspension bridge
Family-Friendly Nature Hike around the Big Bear Valley
Our pick of the best Big Bear Central Hotel Deals
Lagonita Lodge
"Location is phenomenal. Staff is fantastic. My go to spot."
Reviewed on 19 June 2026
Hotel Marina Riviera
"location is excellent, and I like the balcony view of the lake and the private beach."
Reviewed on 19 June 2026
Bluegreen Vacations Big Bear Village, an Ascend Collection Resort
"This is the first time we stayed here. Location is perfect to the village. We stayed in a 2 bed 2 bath. Very well maintained. We do wish the balcony was a bit bigger to be able to enjoy it a bit more and the balconies all look at the other buildings or driveway so not the most beautiful. The televisions ..."
Reviewed on 18 June 2026
Big Bear Frontier
"Amazing"
Reviewed on 15 June 2026
Big Bear Lakefront Lodge
"The staff at the Inn, Jason and Carlos were great/helpful."
Reviewed on 13 June 2026
Bear Creek Resort
"The property is clean, quaint, and conveniently located. The negatives are rickety bed and thin walls..."
Reviewed on 18 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Big Bear Central
Moonridge
Skiing and mountain views are notable features of Moonridge. You might consider stopping by Big Bear Mountain Resort while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Boulder Bay
While visiting Boulder Bay, you might make a stop by sights like Big Bear Lake and Pleasure Point Marina.
Summit Estates
Summit Estates might not have many top sights, but The Village and Snow Summit are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
The Village
While visiting The Village, you might make a stop by sights like The Village and Pine Knot Marina.
Fox Farm
Fox Farm might not have many top sights, but Lakeview Shopping Center and Interlaken Shopping Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
