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
We enjoyed our stay very much. Jetted tub was nice and hot. And clean. Fireplace was nice. Only come was that we weren't able to get any wifi during our 2 night stay which I understand being on a mountain. We still enjoyed our stay very much. Will definitely recommend and book again.
Reviewed on May 13, 2026

Tao Cabins
Clean, comfortable, everything worked. The best affordable hotel I've stayed in recently.
Reviewed on Apr 29, 2026

Gold Mountain Manor Bed and Breakfast

Bear Cub Cottage with HotTub & Firepit
This place was great , lots of space and comfortable furniture. Quiet safe neighborhood and walkable to corner deli, restaurant and gas station, check in process was so easy and Communication with host super easy and fast response. The hot tub was clean and ready to go for us which was cool , my ...
Reviewed on May 6, 2026

Quaint Big Bear Home w/ Hot Tub: 4 Mi to Skiing!
Showed up and couldn’t park in driveway due to snow or walk to front door due to snow. No shovel on property. Had to borrow one from neighbors. Hot in was cold and wouldn’t warm up. 2 microwaves and neither worked.
Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026

Canyon Castle Mtn Retreat w Hot Tub
All is good
Reviewed on Feb 18, 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.
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.
Alpine Pedal Path Trail 1E50
You can take time to visit Alpine Pedal Path Trail 1E50 during your travels to Big Bear City. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's art scene.
Things to do

Family-Friendly Nature Hike around the Big Bear Valley



