Food scene
Stock up on your favoprite groceries so you can cook some meals or pack a picnic lunch.
297 locals recommend
Stater Bros. Markets
42171 Big Bear BlvdStock up on your favoprite groceries so you can cook some meals or pack a picnic lunch.
Vons
42170 Big Bear BlvdAnother stop for picnic and dinner groceries
Sightseeing
Animal lovers and nature lovers cannot miss this. The zoo is the only one with wolves.
37 locals recommend
Alpine Zoo (Goldmine Dr & Lassen Rd) station
Animal lovers and nature lovers cannot miss this. The zoo is the only one with wolves.
SkyPark at Santa's Village
28950 CA-18Santa's VIllage ...if you have kids don't miss this
winter activities
Skiing and sledding and so much more in the winter. From Casa Verde Lakehouse, take back roads to overflow parking lot and miss all the boulevard traffic.
906 locals recommend
Snow Summit
880 Summit BlvdSkiing and sledding and so much more in the winter. From Casa Verde Lakehouse, take back roads to overflow parking lot and miss all the boulevard traffic.
essential items
DIY Home Center
42146 Big Bear BlvdTire chains, firewood, and so much more ...just in case
Traveler advice
What to pack
Bring extra jackets and sweaters (layers)
Even in the summer, Big Bear lake temperatures can drop in the evening and you will need extra layers of clothing.
Getting around
Driving up in the winter...don't forget your chains.
Make sure you have properly fitting trire chains for your car if you are coming up in the winter months. There are people on the road that help you with installing chains for a $$fee.