Location: Big Bear Lake
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What to do and see in Big Bear Lake, California (CA): The Best Things to do Good for Big Groups
Big Bear Lake is a small city in San Bernardino County, California, located in the San Bernardino Mountains along the south shore of Big Bear Lake, and surrounded by the San Bernardino National Forest. The city is located about 25 miles (40 km) northeast of the city of San Bernardino, and immediately west of the unincorporated town of Big Bear City. The population was approximately 5,019 at the 2010 census, down from 5,438 at the 2000 census. Being a popular year-round resort destination, however, the actual number of people staying in or visiting the greater Big Bear Valley area regularly surges to over 100,000 during many weekends of the year.
Restaurants in Big Bear Lake
1. Big Bear Escape Room
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 47 reviews
High-Tech Escape Room Mysteries. You have 60 minutes to solve the mystery in one of our themed rooms. Find the gold in the 1860s themed, Holcomb's Lost Gold. Save the day as a volunteer in the command center of the Bear Valley Search and Rescue team. Great for large groups, Bday parties, families and corporate team building.
2. Big Bear Alpine Zoo at Moonridge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 628 reviews
The Big Bear Alpine Zoo is a rehabilitation facility offering injured, orphaned and imprinted wild animals a safe haven; temporarily while they heal or permanently as they are unable to survive on their own.We are extremely proud that 90% of all the animals brought to us for rehabilitation are successfully released back into their native environment.Those that remain with us on exhibit are either too injured or have been imprinted by humans and can not be released back into the wild to care for themselves.
Reviewed By PAGSB - Belleair Beach, United States
Small but very nice zoo! It’s a must do in the area! The kids had a great time. Staff appear to be local volunteers and very knowledgeable!
3. Pirate Ship Tours
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 32 reviews
1.5 hour-long lake tours on a scaled replica of a 16th Spanish Galleon. Crew serves in full pirate regalia, we offer full bar service, and there's a treasure chest for the wee scoundrels! Come along if ye dare to learn about our grizzly beginnings, outlaw legends, and enjoy the sunshine on the water. We accommodate the whole family, bring the kiddos, grandma and grandpa and everyone in between!
4. Action Zipline Tours
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 60 reviews
Action Zipline Tours are the most exciting way to experience Big Bear year-round, weather permitting. The three hour tour includes an off-road ride two miles into the forest in our safari jeeps, with nine high-speed zipline lines that run down our mountain for the most avid thrill-seekers, a beautiful suspension bridge with stunning views of Johnson Valley as a backdrop for it all, Action Zipline Tours is truly an adventure. Our all-inclusive tour is outdoor recreation at its best, and it's most exclusive. So whether you're planning a team-building retreat for a large group, or you're looking for something new to try with your family, Action Zipline Tours are the perfect way to spend your day in the mountains.
5. Boulder Bay Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 211 reviews
Reviewed By roberthV154OS - Mira Mesa, United States
Relax while sitting at your favorite park. Pack a lunch, bring the kids. Let them fish while you sit under the big trees. Bathrooms are clean. And well maintained. Park is beautiful. Walking your dogs is allowed while on a leash. Enjoy your time. Be safe.
6. Castle Rock Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 229 reviews
Reviewed By MandC0218 - Riverside, United States
You'll need some 'Rock scrambling' skills if you want to go to the very top of the big boulders at the end this hike, but it is so worth it. We went with a total of 6 family members including kids aged 12, 13, and 16. Make sure to wear good hiking shoes if you plan on doing some rock scrambling. I was not aware that we were doing rock scrambling, so I only wore regular sneakers, but still made it to the top with a few helping hands. Hikers and climbers at the top were very friendly to help each other , especially when there was a sudden thunderstorm when we were ready to climb down from the boulders. You can still see a great view of the beautiful lake on the trial near the top. It's an easy one mile hike with the boulders at the very top. It's a challenging hike if you want to try rock scrambling for the first time and such a rewarding experience on top.
7. Getboards Ride Shop
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 21 reviews
Activity Rentals in Big Bear Lake. Kayaks, Standup Paddleboards, Bikes, Ski and Snowboard Rentals. Ski and Snowboard Rental Shop in Big Bear Lake, California. Full Service rental shop located on the blvd and the lake. blocks from snow summit and bear mountain ski resorts.
Reviewed By ABB980
Good service and information for rentals. Easy to book a reservation (recommended), on time service at time of rental as well as good information for our first kayak on Big Bear Lake. Would return!
8. Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 304 reviews
Reviewed By Antsy33
Went in September so it wasn't busy. It was a little pricey, but what do you expect from a tourist place in big bear? We did the alpine slide which was fun! Totally worth the $7 and you get to ride the ski lift to the top of the mountain which made it extra cool. There is a beginner and advanced course. I went in front of my daughter on the beginner one, even though I wanted to do the other one. I would go back on both of these again - it was a lot of fun! Great way to see the whole area around you. I actually liked this so much better than the mountain shaft coaster which I felt was really overpriced and not like a real coaster at all.
9. Bowling Barn
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 86 reviews
Reviewed By Thompsoncleaning2020 - Big Bear Lake, United States
We love it the best and most friendliest place to hang with your family glow bowling is the funnest especially for ppl that are shy
10. Big Bear Jeep Experience
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 68 reviews
