Recreation | Lake Activities
Have fun, relax, and fish in Big Bear Lake with friendly, licensed professional guides. Take your family horseback riding, or simply spend your time enjoying the beautiful beaches around big bear lake.
Things to do in Bear Bountain all year 'round...
Big Bear's alpine scenery from lakeside to the mountaintops creates a great backdrop for events, which explains why so many events are held each year at the resort town. Big Bear's diverse selection of events from concerts to festivals to Broadway musicals delivers good times for all!
Every month, from January to December, there's something special and unique going on up here in Big Bear. And we don't want you to miss anything.
January - Eagle Tours
Watch the soaring flight of a majestic bald eagle, floating high in the bright blue winter skies of Big Bear.Bald Eagle
February - Grand Tour of the Universe/Star Parties
Take a guided tour of the universe with astronomers while you visit the stars through a telescope. Remember to bundle up for those outdoor nighttime adventures!
March - Springfest and Brewfest
Kick-up Spring Break at Bear Mountain's crazy pond skimming competition or sample local breweries' latest concoctions at BrewFest.
April- Birdwalks at WildWings
Grab your walking shoes, a pair of binoculars and get ready to spot indigenous birds who have found their way back home.
May - Spring Air Fair
Mountains of fun for the entire family with unique crafts, games and live entertainment in the outdoor Beer Garden.
June - JazzTrax Smooth Jazz Festival
The mountains are alive as jazz fans gather to hear the live music and spicy edibles, all at Snow Summit's mountain top amphitheater.
July - July 4th Fireworks & Old Miners' Days
Shimmering fireworks light up the night skies on July 4th. Relive historic Big Bear at the logging & horseshoe contests, cowboy poetry and chili cook-off.
August - Antique Car Show & Fun Run
Style, pizzazz and 500+hot, hot rods fill the streets.
September - International Film Festival
Independent feature-length films, student films, short documentaries, family films, animation and digital films
October - Annual Oktoberfest
Eins, Zwei, Drei, GÃ Suffa! Take a break from your responsibilities, lower your inhibitions and surrender to the spirit of the 33rd annual Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest.beer drinkers
November - Mountain Holiday Shopping Starts the Season Right!
One-of-a-kind merchandise ideal for original gift giving. Thanksgiving Weekend, Santa arrives, a sign that Christmas is around thee corner.
December - Christmas in the Village & New Year's Down Slope Celebration
Strolling carolers in Big Bear Village and New Year's Eve... Head to Snow Summit for a spectacular view of skiers and snowboarders gliding down the mountain in a steady stream and glow of lights.
Visit the calendar page on this website so you can arrange your calendar to experience year round fun.
Lake Activities
As you would expect at a resort destination at a lake, there are dozens of different lake-related activities going on at Big Bear Lake throughout the four seasons.
There is an excellent web site that lists every activity and special event in Big Bear, on a month to month basis, from cultural and educational events to sports and recreation activities. Visit bigbear.com and select the month (or months) you plan to visit for a complete listing of activities.
If, for example, you enjoy wakeboarding, wakeskating, waterskiing, tubing, riding an Air Chair or just going on a lake tour, then Designated Wake Sports is the #1 way to have a good time on Big Bear Lake. They offer almost every water activity that you can think of doing behind a boat.
All of their equipment is new and top of the line. From their boat, a 21' 2004 Malibu Wakesetter, to their Liquid Force wakeboard/wakeskate equipment, and Connley water skis, they have equipment to fit everyone in the family.
Expert coaches are always available. If you are an experienced rider or just looking for some pointers or trick tips. Maybe you are a first time rider needing step-by-step instruction. We will be able to accommodate you and/or your group.
Canoing and Kayaking on Big Bear Lake
You can rent a canoe or kayak, or a powerboat too, from half a dozen marinas located around Big Bear Lake. These include: Big Bear Marina, Holloway's Marina, Big Bear Boating, Pine Knot Landing, and Pleasure Point Marina. For for more information visit this site:
There are three great paddling spots on Big Bear Lake.
Grout Bay has marshes and beaver dams to explore, and it is also next to a bald eagle preserve here frequent sitings are noted.
The Grout Bay picnic area is a nice place to launch. Northwest side of the lake near town.
Boulder Bay, on the southwest side of the lake ext to highway 18 is the most picturesque spot on the lake and has a large parking area where you can launch.
Large boulders jut out of the water in a small bay.
China Island is a small island with oriental styled cottages between Boulder Bay and the dam. Paddle west from Boulder Bay along the shore and you can't miss it.
It was built before the water rose after they built the damn.
NOTE: Paddling opportunities at the above spots are diminished if the lake is more than 11 feet below full.
For more information about paddling spots, visit this new website...
Designated Wake Sports
Have fun on the lake wakeboarding, wakeskating, waterskiing, & tubing. We also offer private tours, lessons and charters.
Big Bear City, CA 92314
Tel: 909-556-9945
Big Bear Adventure Racing
www.bigbearadventureracing.com
Paddle boating, pontoon boating, sailing or power boating...
windsurfing, sailboarding, waterskiing or jet skiing - Big Bear Lake
offers it all! And all boats and equipment can be rented at any one
of the marinas that dot the lake's 23 miles of shoreline. Private
boat permits are required and can be purchased at any marina.
Big Bear Adventure Racing
(909)289-0879
Alpine Slide
www.alpineslideatmagicmountain.com
The Magic Mountain Recreation Area at Big Bear Lake, home of the world-famous Alpine
Slide, offers Family fun activities year round. In the summer there is a cool wet water slide
and in the winter there is plenty of fun snowplay for the whole family. The Alpine Slide at
Magic Mountain is open all year and is Southern California's only authentic bobsled
experience.
Time Bandit Pirate Ship Tours
www.800bigbear.com/timebandit.html
The Time Bandit is docked at Holloway's Marina, 398 Edgemoor Rd., Big Bear Lake. We offer daily tours of the lake featuring live entertainment, and our own authentic Pirates. The Time Bandit is also available for private parties, weddings, kid's birthday parties, overnight charters and film production. We accept M/C, Visa, and American Express. Tours are approximately 90 minutes. The cost is $12.95 for adults and $9.95 for children.
