Big Bear City
Travel Guide
Visit Big Bear City
Where to stay in Big Bear City
North Shore
While visiting North Shore, you might make a stop by sights like Big Bear Lake and Big Bear Discovery Center.
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
Though Whispering Forest might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Community Arts Theater Society and Interlaken Shopping Center.
Peter Pan
When in Peter Pan, you can plan a visit to Community Arts Theater Society and Gold Mountain Memorial Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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 Apr 30, 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 Apr 8, 2026
Tao Cabins
Clean, comfortable, everything worked. The best affordable hotel I've stayed in recently.
Reviewed on Apr 29, 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 May 3, 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The downstairs has had a remodel but the upstairs is still outdated besides the bathroom.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 Apr 16, 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 Apr 8, 2026
Popular places to visit
Big Bear Solar Observatory
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Big Bear Solar Observatory in Big Bear City. Wander 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 on your trip to 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.
Things to do
Family-Friendly Nature Hike around the Big Bear Valley
