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  • About by: admin

    January 4, 2009, 23:39

    We love this place. Big Bear Lake from 2N93 Take the road to the Sugarloaf Mountain Hiking Trail and keep on driving. Look back.

  • Big Bear Storm Photos - Historic by: admin

    January 24, 2010, 12:13

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  • Big Bear Twitter Fountains by: admin

    June 25, 2009, 09:52

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  • Big Bear's TV 6! by: admin

    November 20, 2010, 23:02

    OMG! When you can't get cable TV, when you're out of town, you can still get Big Bear TV!

  • Big Bear Charms by: admin

    January 3, 2012, 14:29

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  • Facebook Likes Big Bear! by: admin

    April 13, 2011, 11:36

  • Gallery by: admin

    April 8, 2012, 00:08

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    February 14, 2012, 18:32

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    February 14, 2012, 18:37

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  • 4x4  (8)
    • Big Bear Lake -Things To Do by: admin

      July 9, 2010, 11:04

      From the Big Bear Lake Chamber of Commerce (MAP): We have two zipline companies which can take you zipping through the trees, enjoying beautiful views…

    • Off Roading by: admin

      June 25, 2009, 16:23

      Big Bear, deep in the heart of the San Bernardino Mountains offers incredible opportunities for off road driving (4x4). From simple drive through Holcomb…

    • Hiking Holcomb Valley by: admin

      March 16, 2009, 15:57

      Saturday was beautiful. The temperatures were in the mid-fifties and the sky was a deep bright blue. We wanted to go out and take some pictures so we thought…

    • Things To Do by: admin

      February 26, 2009, 13:42

      Spring feels like it is getting closer. The mountains are still covered in snow and the Resorts are full of boarders and skiers. But the daytime temperatures…

    • It's the Weekend by: admin

      February 20, 2009, 08:12

        If you are coming to Big Bear this weekend, check your route before heading up. Highway 18 is closed from Running Springs to the Big Bear Dam.…

    • It's the Weekend by: admin

      February 20, 2009, 08:12

        If you are coming to Big Bear this weekend, check your route before heading up. Highway 18 is closed from Running Springs to the Big Bear Dam.…

    • 4x4 Big Bear by: admin

      January 19, 2009, 13:52

        My last post was about going off-road in winter conditions. I didn’t mention that you needed a 4x4 because it seemed obvious.   After posting the…

    • Big Bear Off-Roading –WINTER by: admin

      January 17, 2009, 09:42

        The Big Bear area has over 460 miles of trails winding through its mountains and valleys. The conditions can vary dramatically in the winter time. Going…

  • Activities  (113)
    • Plunge into Big Bear Lake by: BigBear

      February 1, 2012, 17:02

      Big Bear Lake’s water gets rather frigid in the wintertime with lake temperatures dipping into the low 30s, sometimes into the 20s. So why would anyone…

    • Opening Day Big Bear Lake by: BigBear

      November 10, 2011, 08:58

      Bear Mountain Resorts laid down a based of one to two feet of snow. They opened yesterday (Nov 9, 2011) to sunny skies and moderate temperatures. Snow Summit…

    • 3 Signs - Winter is Coming to Big Bear by: admin

      October 27, 2011, 08:01

      1. Pan Hot Springs is steaming! 2. BBARWA is steaming! 3. Big Bear Snow Play is Blowing! The last of the Fall colors are showing off, and Big Bear is…

    • Big Bear Lake, An Early Guide for Sightseers by: BigBear

      September 9, 2011, 04:17

      Big Bear Lake CA, an historical description of road trips in the Big Bear Valley.

    • Old Miner's Days Has Something New! by: admin

      July 22, 2011, 16:54

      Big Bear's Old Miner's Days Celebration has many new and OLD attractions. The Bartlett Street Parking Lot has been converted into grand venue. Watch for the…

    • Big Bear CA -Battles Child Obesity by: Yomama

      July 7, 2011, 17:09

      This summer Big Bear Lake is on board to battle the ongoing epidemic of childhood obesity with its new initiative KIDS. GET OUTDOORS. WIN. The new campaign…

    • Big Bear Lake Winter Sports by: Yomama

      April 22, 2011, 06:53

        Today’s winter sports activities in Big Bear Valley stem from the vision of the late Judge Clifford Lynn who first proposed the formation of a…

    • Big Bear CA Things To Do This Weekend by: admin

      January 28, 2011, 10:09

      Inner Tube Hills At Alpine Slide & Big Bear Snow Play Come play in the snow at the Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain and Big Bear Snow Play! Al…

    • East Big Bear CA Pinon Nuts by: admin

      December 27, 2010, 10:09

      We gathered these nuts in the Baldwin Lake Area -East of Big Bear Lake We live in Baldwin Lake, east of Big Bear Lake. The area is surrounded with beautiful…

    • Big Bear CA Thanksgiving Weekend by: admin

      November 22, 2010, 09:27

      Top 10 Things to Do Thanksgiving Day Dine at Northwoods Make your reservations early, the Chef is creating a special buffet. Map: http://www.bigbea…

    • Big Bear Events by: admin

      September 16, 2010, 05:52

      Friday Nights in the Village September 17, 2010 - 5:00pm to 8:00pm Come to the Village in Big Bear every Friday night to enjoy family entertainm…

    • Big Bear Lake -Things To Do by: admin

      July 9, 2010, 11:04

      From the Big Bear Lake Chamber of Commerce (MAP): We have two zipline companies which can take you zipping through the trees, enjoying beautiful views…

    • Big Bear Chili Cook-off by: admin

      June 18, 2010, 11:11

      Chili enthusiasts, get ready for the Big Bear Chili Cook-off, “Southwest Showdown” regional chili cook-off on Saturday, July 17th.  Chili cooks from…

    • TEAM JORDAN FROM EVEREST  by: admin

      June 9, 2010, 11:46

      Big Bear Lake; Come and welcome back our world record holders to celebrate their amazing accomplishment. Welcome Jordan and Live Your Dreams Fair will be on…

    • Big Bear Lake Community Rides by: admin

      April 29, 2010, 09:14

      Sponsored by the Big Bear Chamber of Commerce Do you have a bike in your garage that is covered with dust and cobwebs? If so, dust it off and come join the…

    • Snowshoe the Bear Big Bear Lake by: admin

      February 3, 2010, 10:32

      Snowshoe the Bear is this Saturday, February, 6. The event welcomes both experts and complete novices. It starts in the Big Bear Lake Village at 8:00 AM and…

    • Arts & Culture - Big Bear Lake by: admin

      January 31, 2010, 11:38

      Big Bear Lake is host to three art galleries, a local arts council, a community arts theatre society, and a state-of-the-art performing arts theatre.  The…

    • Arts & Culture - Big Bear Lake by: admin

      January 31, 2010, 11:38

      Big Bear Lake is host to three art galleries, a local arts council, a community arts theatre society, and a state-of-the-art performing arts theatre.  The…

    • Clubs by: admin

      January 31, 2010, 11:03

      From A to Z, Big Bear residents can find a club or organization that meets a need, offers an opportunity to serve, or provides a learning experience. At last…

    • SNOW BIKE RETURNS by: admin

      January 15, 2010, 14:23

      Xcorps #46.) SNOWBIKE-2 seg3-HD- This winter X show features team XC returning to the So Cal mountains riding mini foot snowboards at Mountain High and…

    • Events in Big Bear CA by: admin

      January 15, 2010, 11:45

      Events Burton Demo Tour at Bear Mountain January 16, 2010 Have the chance to ride Burton boards, boots and bindings at the largest product demo in the…

    • Holidays in Big Bear Lake by: admin

      December 22, 2009, 08:45

      Things to do around the Big Bear Valley Snowshoe Tours at The Discovery Center December 26, & 27, 2009 - 9:00am Come celebrate our winter…

    • Holiday Events by: admin

      December 16, 2009, 11:15

      Photo Courtesy of Bear Mountain Resorts Things to do in Big Bear Lake, Big Bear City CA Go Huck Yourself at Snow Summit December 16, 2009 On the…

    • Snow Report by: admin

      December 15, 2009, 08:56

      Big Bear Lake is having a beautiful crisp morning with sunny skies and frost everywhere. If you love winter sports, this is the week to get up here.…

    • Things To Do by: admin

      December 12, 2009, 02:21

      In this episode of “California Travel Tips," California travel expert Veronica Hill takes a ride on the Alpine Slide, located in Big Bear Lake, CA. Alpine…

    • Weather and Snow Conditions by: admin

      December 9, 2009, 10:58

      We're expecting excellent conditions on the mountain this weekend. With the exptra snow, conditions may be powder and packed powder. Get on the mountain!

    • Christmas Holiday Calendar 2009 by: admin

      November 17, 2009, 13:45

      Christmas Tree Lighting 2008  Santa’s Grand Arrival and Tree Lighting Festivities begin at approx. 4:30pm  After a long flight from the North Pole,…

    • Amgen Tour of California 2010 by: admin

      November 12, 2009, 10:54

      Most of you know that Big Bear  CA has been confirmed as the final leg of the Amgen Tour of California 2010. Stage six, the final leg, will begin in…

    • Oktoberfest Halloween Update LAST DAY by: admin

      October 30, 2009, 14:31

      The Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest has just announced that their online ticket sales will stay open until at least 4:00PM 9:00AM Saturday Morning! LAST DAY! Saturd…

    • Oktoberfest by: admin

      October 29, 2009, 12:07

      The Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest celebrates the final day of the 39th annual Oktoberfest with a special German Spooktacular." Children 12 and under dressed…

    • Snowboard and Ski by: admin

      October 29, 2009, 11:20

      Bear Mountain Opens Tomorrow!   This is it! Bear will open Chair 5- Central Park run with half a dozen features tomorrow morning at 9:30! Snowmakers…

    • Big Bear Snow Play by: admin

      October 29, 2009, 10:41

      Alpine Magic Mountain has been blowing snow and looks like they will be open for snow tubing this weekend. Both Resorts (Bear Mountain and Snow…

    • Big Bear Snow by: admin

      October 28, 2009, 15:44

        There's snow in Big Bear CA! The temperature dipped down to 15 degrees last night and the Resorts took advantage of it. Alpine Slide, Bear Mountain and…

    • Big Bear CA by: admin

      October 20, 2009, 12:22

      Things To Do October 23-25, 2009 39th Annual Oktoberfest October 24, 2009 The Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest runs for seven consecutive weekends, September 19…

    • Oktoberfest by: admin

      October 19, 2009, 16:49

      Big Bear Lake 2009 We hope you enjoy this short home made video of Oktoberfest in Big Bear Lake, CA. We shot this on a Sunday afternoon, using a Nikon…

    • Masonic Breakfast by: admin

      October 16, 2009, 11:31

       Masonic Lodge All-YOU-CAN-EAT "Big" Breakfast Big Bear Masonic Lodge No 617 announces that the 2009 "Big" Breakfast will be held on Saturday, October…

    • Big Bear Lake by: admin

      October 16, 2009, 11:11

      Things To Do in Big Bear CA October 16 - 18 1.  39th Annual Oktoberfest October 17 & 18, 2009 The Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest runs for seven…

    • Halloween Big Bear Village by: admin

      October 14, 2009, 05:34

      Get ready for an invasion of kids in costumes as the Village gears up to have its annual “Halloween in the Village” event October 31st, from 5:00-8:00…

    • 2 hours added to online Oktoberfest deadline by: admin

      October 9, 2009, 14:27

      The weather is warm and lovely. Nights and dawn deserve a heavy sweater and fire in the fireplace. Find a place to stay for the weekend and read below! …

    • Zip Line the Bear by: admin

      September 29, 2009, 05:58

      "Me, my brother, and sister having some fun on ziplines in big bear. Lots of fun. I recommend trying it if you head up there. It's called "Flying Bear…

    • Big Bear Lake by: admin

      September 29, 2009, 05:47

      October 3rd & 4th 39th Annual Oktoberfest Location: The Big Bear Convention Center Date: Saturday, 09/19/2009 Time: All Day URL: www.bigbearevent…

    • San Bernardino National Forest by: admin

      September 25, 2009, 11:24

      National Public Lands Day, September 26, 2009 Saturday & Sunday, September 19 & 20: Kids on Public Lands. 9am-4pm. The Big Bear Discovery Center…

    • Snow Bike Big Bear CA by: admin

      September 23, 2009, 12:07

      Xcorps Action Sports Show #3.)"SNOWBIKE"-seg.3- The face bending cutting edge action continues on this episode of The Xcorps called Snowbike- a new way to…

    • Deer at Jenks Lake CA by: admin

      September 23, 2009, 10:37

      We love to camp and hike in the San Bernardino Mountains. The mountains are a transversal range reaching heights of 11,400 feet. Mount San Gorgonio is the…

    • Things To Do, Big Bear Lake California by: admin

      September 22, 2009, 12:13

      September 26 & 27 Oktoberfest in Big Bear Lake 39th Annual Oktoberfest Location: The Big Bear Convention Center (MAP) Date: Saturday, 09/19/2009 Ti…

    • Run for Freedom by: admin

      September 17, 2009, 14:09

      3rd Annual 1st Lt. Jared M. Landaker Memorial Run for Freedom Big Bear Lake, CA Saturday, 09-26-09 Snow Summit, 880 Summit Blvd, Big Bear Lake (MAP) Event…

    • Big Bear by: admin

      September 16, 2009, 15:24

      California travel expert Veronica Hill tours Big Bear Lake in this episode of "California Travel Tips." This Big Bear video highlights Big Bear hotels such…

    • Hot Dawgz and Hand Rails by: admin

      September 15, 2009, 13:26

      The event will be this Saturday at Bear Mountain. Need a Map? More about Big Bear.

    • Okotberfest Big Bear by: admin

      September 15, 2009, 11:02

      The weekend of September 19 & 20 is the beginning of the 39th Annual Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest. The event continues every weekend through the end of…

    • Big Bear Lake Marathon by: admin

      September 12, 2009, 10:44

      We put together this one minute clip of the start of the Big Bear Lake Marathon this morning!

    • Village Shopping -Gourmet Foods by: admin

      September 11, 2009, 15:12

      Grizzly Mountain Gourmet is getting ready to open in the Big Bear Lake Village. We just received this email from Paul, the owner, describing his store; "We…

    • Things To Do September 11-13 by: admin

      September 11, 2009, 11:25

          "Run The Bear" Big Bear Lake Marathon Location: Starts and Finishes at Pine Knot Landing in the Village Date: Friday, 09/11/2009 Time…

    • Bear Mountain Hot Dawgs and Hand Rails by: admin

      September 11, 2009, 07:36

      In 2008 Hot Dawgz and Hand Rails broke all attendance records...and the competition was amazing. Jeb Anderson walked away with the prize money...but in 2009…

    • Big Bear Lake Marathon by: admin

      September 3, 2009, 14:45

        Friday Nights in the Village Season Finale to Celebrate   Run the Bear, Big Bear Lake Marathon     On Friday September…

    • Labor Day Weekend, Big Bear Lake by: admin

      September 3, 2009, 13:41

      Top 10 Things to Do in Big Bear Lake This Weekend: 1. Fall Festival at The Convention Center Location: Big Bear Lake Convention Center Date: Saturday,…

    • Oktoberfest Tickets On Sale by: admin

      August 7, 2009, 23:01

      YES! NOW! Buy your tickets for the 39th annual Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest now! The highest altitude Oktoberfest celebration in the US is open for…

    • Cold night! by: admin

      August 7, 2009, 07:46

      Good morning from the COLD! Yes, this is August. Summer. Last night, the winds kept blowing and the temperatures plummeted. It became "jacket weather" as…

    • Top 10 Thing to Do on 4th of July Weekend by: admin

      July 1, 2009, 13:57

      1. Fireworks on the Lake Come attend the biggest 4th of July fireworks display in Southern California. The fireworks are shot off from a barge on the…

    • Sky Chair Snow Summit by: admin

      June 28, 2009, 19:27

      Snow Summit runs the scenic Sky Chair daily during the summer (Big Bear Lake CA). A round trip ticket costs or, if you're a mountain biker, one way is .…

    • Off Roading by: admin

      June 25, 2009, 16:23

      Big Bear, deep in the heart of the San Bernardino Mountains offers incredible opportunities for off road driving (4x4). From simple drive through Holcomb…

    • Mountain Up! by: admin

      June 25, 2009, 12:22

      Finale at Manhatten Beach 2008 Doo-Wah Riders Explode on the Discovery Center Amphitheater Stage July 3 The Doo-Wah Riders are celebrating 20 years of…

    • Big Bear Events by: admin

      June 24, 2009, 22:07

      June 26 - 28  Corvettes West Big Bear Bash 2009- Corvettes West's Big Bear Bash takes place from June 26th to June 28th. Public events include the People's…

    • Downhill Mountain Biking by: admin

      June 24, 2009, 18:48

      This is a great video of downhill mountain biking at Snow Summit in Big Bear Lake, CA. Shows what the trails and the mountain views look like.

    • Jazz Trax Video by: admin

      June 19, 2009, 15:21

      Jazz Trax will be presenting great music all weekend at the Big Bear Lake Discovery Center. Tonight at 8:00 PM, Satuday and Sunday at 4:00 PM.

    • July 4th Big Bear Events by: admin

      June 19, 2009, 00:06

      Big Bear Lake Independence Day Festival Big Bear Lake Independence Day Festival at The Big Bear Lake Convention Center on July 3-5. Featuring Live…

    • Run The Bear - Big Bear Lake Marathon by: admin

      June 18, 2009, 23:00

      Run the Big Bear Lake Marathon!

    • Big Bear Lake Discovery Center Fund Raiser by: admin

      June 18, 2009, 19:37

      The San Bernardino National Forest Association (SBNFA) and the Big Bear Discovery Center are pleased to announced its second annual fund raiser, Big Bear…

    • Events in Big Bear by: admin

      June 17, 2009, 18:30

      Events in Big Bear CA June 20 - 21, 2009 Big Bear Multi-Hull Regatta –Satuday June 20 and Sunday June 21, The Big Bear Multi-hull Regatta is set to take…

    • Waterskiing by: admin

      June 12, 2009, 19:56

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    • Big Bear Marathon by: admin

      June 11, 2009, 02:52

      The Big Bear Marathon is Saturday, September 12, in Big Bear Lake, CA. The event will also include a half marathon, a 5k run, a one mile kids run plus a 26…

    • Events by: admin

      June 10, 2009, 23:06

      June 13 & 14 Discovery Center Summer Concert Series: The Long Run: A Tribute To The Eagles- The Long Run: A Musical Tribute to The Eagles. Held at the…

    • Big Bear Events by: admin

      June 4, 2009, 18:51

      Ride Around Big Bear Mountain -Bike riders will leave from Sylvan Park in Redlands, ride over to the 330, go up through Running Springs and Snow Valley and…

    • Fishing for Trout ,000 50K by: admin

      May 29, 2009, 12:52

      The Big Bear Trout Derby is this weekend. Catch the tagged fish and win ,000. There are also several tagged for ,000. With only a few spaces left…

    • Big Bear City Lake Fawnskin by: admin

      May 29, 2009, 12:00

      Things To Do May 30 - 31 Fishing for K Trout Derby The Big Bear Lake Resort Association presents "Fishing for K" on May 30-31, 2009. Enter to catch a…

    • Mountain Wedding Tour by: admin

      May 29, 2009, 11:42

      Visit local wedding venues in the Big Bear Valley and enter to win thousands of dollars in giveaways! Be sure to see the variety of wedding ceremony and…

    • Fishing Report -Big Bear Marina by: admin

      May 14, 2009, 16:49

      Spring got passed over this week as summer time temperatures of 70 degrees warmed the valley and the lake. Trollers going down three plus colors, with…

    • Memorial Day Weekend HOME EXPO, ARTS & CRAFTS by: admin

      May 12, 2009, 03:38

      Big Bear Lake, CA --- The official kickoff to Big Bear’s summer season takes place Memorial Day weekend, May 23 - 25. The annual Spring Air Fair celebrates…

    • Memorial Day Weekend HOME EXPO, ARTS & CRAFTS by: admin

      May 12, 2009, 03:38

      Big Bear Lake, CA --- The official kickoff to Big Bear’s summer season takes place Memorial Day weekend, May 23 - 25. The annual Spring Air Fair celebrates…

    • July 4th Big Bear by: admin

      April 8, 2009, 13:28

          Lou Gramm, former lead singer of Foreigner, will perform at Swin Beach in Big Bear Lake this July 4th. There will be a special appearance by…

    • Big Bear's Farmer's Market by: admin

      April 7, 2009, 11:24

      There was a surprising turnout for the Farmer’s Market. Even though the temperature said 26 degrees, both vendors and farmers set up for the Market…

    • Big Bear's Farmer's Market by: admin

      April 7, 2009, 11:24

      There was a surprising turnout for the Farmer’s Market. Even though the temperature said 26 degrees, both vendors and farmers set up for the Market…

    • Farmer's Market by: admin

      April 6, 2009, 23:01

      The Big Bear Farmer's Market returns to the Convention Center parking lot every Tuesday morning from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM begining tomorrow. This market is…

    • Farmer's Market by: admin

      April 6, 2009, 23:01

      The Big Bear Farmer's Market returns to the Convention Center parking lot every Tuesday morning from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM begining tomorrow. This market is…

    • Boating by: admin

      April 1, 2009, 12:24

            The Big Bear Municipal Water District has opened the West Ramp on the north shore for public boat launch. The summer hours of operation are…

    • Big Bear CA by: admin

      March 28, 2009, 12:47

      The Ski Resorts expect to be open through the Easter Holidays. Meanwhile, Spring is starting to poke through. Daytime temperatures are ranging in the…

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      March 23, 2009, 08:42

      Latest from Snow Summit: 3 inches of new snow yesterday, blue skies today! Packed powder, excellent coverage. Roads open, chains on Hwy. 330.

    • Pacific Crest Trail by: admin

      March 19, 2009, 11:49

      We took a short hike over to the Pacific Crest Trail this morning.  The weather is sunny but overcast. The above photo was taken looking at the east end of…

    • Fishing by: admin

      March 19, 2009, 08:07

      Big Bear Lake is one of the best lakes in Southern California for catching rainbow trout. The Department of Fish and Game keeps the lake well stocked and…

    • Big Bear Snow Play -Alpine Slide by: admin

      March 16, 2009, 16:42

      A short video of Alpine Slide in Big Bear, CA

    • Hiking Holcomb Valley by: admin

      March 16, 2009, 15:57

      Saturday was beautiful. The temperatures were in the mid-fifties and the sky was a deep bright blue. We wanted to go out and take some pictures so we thought…

    • Big Bear Valley by: admin

      March 14, 2009, 11:02

      The weather this next week is expected to be sunny and clear. The snow conditions remain crisp in the mornings, but this may give way to “Spring…

    • Events this Weekend by: admin

      March 11, 2009, 08:28

      March 13-15 Music at The Mansion -The Arts Council of Big Bear Valley proudly presents Music at the Mansion. This special event will be held on Sunday March…

    • Things To Do by: admin

      February 26, 2009, 13:42

      Spring feels like it is getting closer. The mountains are still covered in snow and the Resorts are full of boarders and skiers. But the daytime temperatures…

    • It's the Weekend by: admin

      February 20, 2009, 08:12

        If you are coming to Big Bear this weekend, check your route before heading up. Highway 18 is closed from Running Springs to the Big Bear Dam.…

    • It's the Weekend by: admin

      February 20, 2009, 08:12

        If you are coming to Big Bear this weekend, check your route before heading up. Highway 18 is closed from Running Springs to the Big Bear Dam.…

    • Big Bear Vacations by: admin

      February 19, 2009, 07:35

      Big Bear Lake Tour The four seasons of Big Bear are sharply defined. Springtime in the Valley brings a dramatic respite from winter’s snowy grip, as Big…

    • Big Bear -Eagles by: admin

      January 28, 2009, 15:23

      WHERE TO LOOK FOR EAGLES During the day, eagles are usually seen perched on snags or dead-topped trees along the shore of the lake. They sit there…

    • Tips for Winter Photography by: admin

      January 28, 2009, 14:50

      The onset of winter changes the way we enjoy the outdoors. The same holds true when photographing the profoundly beautiful winter landscapes in the San…

    • Mountain Biking by: admin

      January 27, 2009, 04:15

      Mountain Biking is a growing sport in the San Bernardino Mountains. Riding is permitted on many public roads and trails. Riding is not permitted on the…

    • San Bernardino National Forest by: admin

      January 24, 2009, 11:39

        Many visitors know about the numerous recreational opportunities available in the San Bernardino Mountains during the day. Hiking, fishing, bicycling,…

    • Eagle Watching Tips by: admin

      January 23, 2009, 17:26

      The Big Bear Valley has the largest wintering population of Bald Eagles in Southern California. The eagle has made a remarkable comeback since the…

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      January 21, 2009, 11:08

      Bear Mountain and Snow Summit have both maintained a deep two to four foot snow pack. They are 100% open and the slopes are machine groomed packed powder.…

    • Big Bear Off-Roading –WINTER by: admin

      January 17, 2009, 09:42

        The Big Bear area has over 460 miles of trails winding through its mountains and valleys. The conditions can vary dramatically in the winter time. Going…

    • Big Bear Lake Discovery Center by: admin

      January 15, 2009, 16:58

      The Big Bear Lake Discovery Center is a child and pet friendly environment. It was established 10 years ago for education and information by the San Bernardino…

    • Bellamy Brothers in Big Bear Lake by: admin

      January 15, 2009, 11:50

      The Bellamy Brothers will perform in Big Bear Lake on Saturday, February 7, at 8:00 PM. They are sponsored by the Big Bear Lake Performing Arts Center…

    • Ski Big Bear by: admin

      January 15, 2009, 04:35

      Big Bear enjoys two Resorts, Bear Mountain and Snow Summit. Both Resorts have features and jibs for both snowboarders and skiers. Bear Mountain tends to…

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      January 14, 2009, 08:12

      Snow coverage is excellent. Both Resorts have a two to four foot base of machine groomed hard pack. Since the high temperatures today will be in the mid-fifties…

    • This Week in Big Bear by: admin

      January 13, 2009, 07:14

      This week looks like it will be beautiful. The skies are expected to remain mostly clear and sunny with day time high temperatures reaching the mid-50’s and…

    • Volcom Peanut Butter and Rail Jam by: admin

      January 10, 2009, 15:31

      Bear Mountain plays host tomorrow to Volcom's international Peanit Butter and Rail Jam. This is a free amateur snowboard series.  Online Registration PBRJ…

    • Snow Conditions and Things To Do by: admin

      January 10, 2009, 10:48

      It's 11:00 AM on Saturday. Temperatures are in the 50's  (Mountain Temperatures), it looks like most off the snow-making equipment has been turned off. If…

    • Pacific Crest Trail Video by: admin

      January 6, 2009, 22:36

      This short video was taken from the Pacific Crest Trail. It shows Big Bear Lake, Bear Mountain and Snow Summit, plus San Gorgornio Mountain. The Pacific Crest…

    • Winter Wonderland by: Yomama

      January 5, 2009, 11:36

      This winter has been exceptional. We have a good base of snow and kids of any age will have fun. The snowboard and ski conditions are good. We have a base of…

    • Rail Jam at Bear Mountain by: Yomama

      January 5, 2009, 02:00

      Sunday, January 11 -Volcom Peanut Butter and Rail Jam at Bear Mountain -The Peanut Butter and Rail Jam is Volcom Stone’s amateur snowboard series. There are…

  • Big Bear  (111)
    • Snow Blowers Retiring For the Season by: admin

      April 20, 2012, 13:14

      After a really great season, Snow Summit puts the snow blowers to rest.

    • Big Bear CA News by: BigBear

      January 23, 2012, 15:36

      Top Big Bear Lake news stories for the week.

    • WINTERFEST TO UPLIFT WOMEN by: BigBear

      January 11, 2012, 19:23

      Big Bear Lake, Calif. January 12, 2011 – The inaugural XOS Battle of the Sexes Winterfest showcases females vs. males in three categories that includes a…

    • Big Bear Lake by: BigBear

      January 11, 2012, 06:46

      Big Bear Lake News in Pictures We've compiled stories about Big Bear for the Week. Today's top stories include; Reduction in Court hours due to severe…

    • Big Bear Lake CA and the Rim of the World by: BigBear

      November 30, 2011, 07:51

      WE were now on the beginning of that famed American scenic drive known as 101 Miles on the Rim of the World. It is one of the three routes into Big Bear…

    • 1st Snow 2011 by: admin

      November 6, 2011, 12:06

      Winter blew in, tipped her hat, and that changed everything in the Big Bear Valley. In a few hours time, the temperatures plummeted, the roads went from…

    • Big Bear Lake Gets Tour of California by: BigBear

      November 3, 2011, 05:30

      After reviewing more than 100 submissions from cities throughout California hoping to be named official start or finish locations, AEG, presenter of the Amgen…

    • 3 Signs - Winter is Coming to Big Bear by: admin

      October 27, 2011, 08:01

      1. Pan Hot Springs is steaming! 2. BBARWA is steaming! 3. Big Bear Snow Play is Blowing! The last of the Fall colors are showing off, and Big Bear is…

    • Fall Colors in Big Bear by: admin

      October 18, 2011, 13:23

      Fall colors are everywhere in Big Bear. The season has turned brilliant and the whole area is lighting up in golds and reds and browns. There is hardly a place…

    • Giants of Big Bear by: BigBear

      September 6, 2011, 18:12

      See a monster emerge from Big Bear Lake CA, great fun!

    • Cowboy Traditions in Big Bear by: BigBear

      August 9, 2011, 17:03

      Today, the sagas of cowboy traditions live on at the annual Cowboy Poetry & Music Gathering August 18-21, 2011 in Big Bear Lake. The western-style jamboree…

    • Big Bear Renaissance Faire by: BigBear

      August 8, 2011, 09:11

      The 10th Anniversary Big Bear Renaissance Faire is two weekends, August 13-14 and August 20-21. The faire takes place at Pedersen Sawmill, located in Fawnskin…

    • Old Miner's Days Has Something New! by: admin

      July 22, 2011, 16:54

      Big Bear's Old Miner's Days Celebration has many new and OLD attractions. The Bartlett Street Parking Lot has been converted into grand venue. Watch for the…

    • Big Bear's Moonridge Animal Park  by: Yomama

      July 19, 2011, 17:53

      Blues for the Zoo, a benefit concert to help raise funds for Moonridge Animal Park’s rehabilitation programs for orphaned and injured alpine wildlife,…

    • Big Bear CA -Battles Child Obesity by: Yomama

      July 7, 2011, 17:09

      This summer Big Bear Lake is on board to battle the ongoing epidemic of childhood obesity with its new initiative KIDS. GET OUTDOORS. WIN. The new campaign…

    • July 4th Big Bear CA by: admin

      June 30, 2011, 13:35

      Top Five Things to do in the Mountains of Big Bear over July 4th, 2011.

    • 2011 Music in the Mountains of Big Bear by: Yomama

      June 17, 2011, 14:49

      Summertime and music go hand in hand, and what better way to enjoy your summer trip to Big Bear than with a concert at the Big Bear Discovery Center…

    • Big Bear's Renaissance Faire by: Yomama

      May 23, 2011, 09:54

      The Big Bear Renaissance Faire was cancelled due to the landslide Hwy 330 closer. Cal Trans made an announcement that the HWY will in fact be open…

    • Big Bear Locals on a Quest by: Yomama

      May 19, 2011, 12:47

      SEVEN WAYS TO REACH NEW HEIGHTS Conquer the Seven Highest Peaks of Big Bear BIG BEAR LAKE, Calif./ May 19, 2011 – This summer local hiking…

    • Big Bear Lake Trout Fishing Hot-Spots by: Yomama

      May 9, 2011, 11:28

      Big Bear Lake has excellent trout fishing year-round.  The trick is knowing where the fish are likely to be during certain times of the year.  Here…

    • HWY 330 Conditions by: Yomama

      May 2, 2011, 18:25

      San Bernardino  - Caltrans, Skanska, and SEMA Construction continue to make excellent progress restoring State Route 330 through emergency repair contracts…

    • Big Bear's Gold Miners by: admin

      February 10, 2011, 07:59

      History of Big Bear Valley In the summer of 1845, Benito David Wilson, grandfather of General George S. Patton, led a group of twenty-two soldiers in…

    • Big Bear's Gold Miners by: admin

      February 10, 2011, 07:59

      History of Big Bear Valley In the summer of 1845, Benito David Wilson, grandfather of General George S. Patton, led a group of twenty-two soldiers in the…

    • Big Bear CA Road and Weather Conditions by: admin

      December 28, 2010, 10:15

      State Highway 330 is completely CLOSED due to storm damage. State Highway 18: IS CLOSED TO TRACTOR-TRAILER SEMIS & BUSES ONLY FROM 2.2 MI NORTH OF…

    • East Big Bear CA Pinon Nuts by: admin

      December 27, 2010, 10:09

      We gathered these nuts in the Baldwin Lake Area -East of Big Bear Lake We live in Baldwin Lake, east of Big Bear Lake. The area is surrounded with beautiful…

    • Big Bear CA Thanksgiving Weekend by: admin

      November 22, 2010, 09:27

      Top 10 Things to Do Thanksgiving Day Dine at Northwoods Make your reservations early, the Chef is creating a special buffet. Map: http://www.bigbea…

    • Hike Sand Canyon by: admin

      July 12, 2010, 14:52

      A great hike, with potential for a view and/or TOTAL WORKOUT is easily available just a short drive from the Moonridge Golf Course. Head into Sand…

    • Big Bear Lake -Things To Do by: admin

      July 9, 2010, 11:04

      From the Big Bear Lake Chamber of Commerce (MAP): We have two zipline companies which can take you zipping through the trees, enjoying beautiful views…

    • Fishing Big Bear by: admin

      June 30, 2010, 13:28

      There are many things to do in beautiful Big Bear during the summer, like hiking and mountain biking, but mainly what Big Bear is known for in the summer is…

    • Winter Blast Hits Big Bear. AGAIN! by: admin

      April 29, 2010, 09:02

      Old Man Winter's beard brushed over Big Bear again. 3 days of HIGH WIND is getting a little much. The house shakes all the time. Windows and doors whistle.…

    • Snow Storm Again by: admin

      April 22, 2010, 08:59

      Winds blew for a day and a half. Yesterday, the snow joined in. This morning, the roads are very slick and not melting fast. Here are a few shots from…

    • Mountain Snow Pack by: admin

      March 23, 2010, 05:37

       On the first day of Spring we thought we would check out the hiking conditions over in the San Gorgonio Wilderness Area. We headed down HWY 38 and…

    • 4th of July Fireworks Fundraising by: admin

      March 11, 2010, 13:48

      Chamber to Start “4th of July” Fireworks Fundraising  Each year over 100,000+ visitors come to the Big Bear mountain community to celebrate the 4th of…

    • Snowshoe the Bear Big Bear Lake by: admin

      February 3, 2010, 10:32

      Snowshoe the Bear is this Saturday, February, 6. The event welcomes both experts and complete novices. It starts in the Big Bear Lake Village at 8:00 AM and…

    • Old Miner's Days -Big Bear Lake by: admin

      January 30, 2010, 16:03

      Old Miner's Days has been a long tradition in Big Bear Lake. We went into our collection of Big Bear Lake ephemera and found these advertisements that were…

    • Old Miner's Days -Big Bear Lake by: admin

      January 30, 2010, 16:03

      Old Miner's Days has been a long tradition in Big Bear Lake. We went into our collection of Big Bear Lake ephemera and found these advertisements that were…

    • Big Bear Lake by: admin

      January 30, 2010, 11:18

      The call of the wild!  What pictures the phrase brings to the mind at this season, the spring of the year when the blood is pulsating with renewed life…

    • Storm Preparedness by: admin

      January 27, 2010, 12:07

      Checklist Remember 9-1-1 May Save Someone's Life Food Supplies: Is your home well stocked with supplies for seven days? If not, you are not prepared to…

    • Big Bear Lake by: admin

      January 26, 2010, 13:18

      Emergency Workers -Big Bear Lake  This picture was just sent to us from a friend's cell phone. Lower Moonridge is clear as is Moonridge Rd and Big Bear Blvd.…

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      January 26, 2010, 11:24

      Both Bear Mountain and Snow Summit are experiencing epic conditions. The last storm increase the snow base to 48-84 inches of machine groomed packed powder.…

    • HWY 18 Open by: admin

      January 25, 2010, 16:31

      Hwy. 330/18 (through Running Springs) and Hwy. 18 (through Lucerne Valley) just opened to the public. No big rig trucks or buses allowed at this time. R-2…

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      January 25, 2010, 14:28

      The latest road update is Caltrans and CHP will continue to allow trucks to travel up Hwy. 38 for fuel and food supplies deliveries. Inbound traffic to…

    • Big Bear Lake Updates by: admin

      January 24, 2010, 09:16

      Big Bear Lake, Big Bear City, Fawnskin CA Fun in Big Bear Lake Road Conditions as of 9:00 AM, Sunday; Highway 38 closed Highway 18 closed at Arctic Circle,…

    • HWY 18 4:00 PM by: admin

      January 23, 2010, 16:09

      Hwy. 18 (through Lucerne Valley) is now R-2, which means chains are required on all vehicles, except for 4WD vehicles, which must  carry chains in the vehicle.

    • Big Bear Lake -Storm Updates by: admin

      January 23, 2010, 15:35

      Highway 18 (through Lucerne Valley) is now OPEN to all traffic. R-3 chain restrictions remain in effect, which means chains are required on all…

    • Snow Storm Big Bear Lake by: admin

      January 22, 2010, 14:01

      The San Bernardino Mountains, including Big Bear Lake, received an amazing amount of snow this week. We used a Nikon Coolpix to make this homemade video of…

    • Winter Storm Warning by: admin

      January 20, 2010, 08:55

      View of Big Bear Valley ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO MIDNIGHT PST THURSDAY NIGHT ABOVE 6500 FEET... THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN…

    • MOUNTAIN STORM WARNING by: admin

      January 18, 2010, 04:55

      The Govenor's Office issued an alert for the San Bernardino Mountains. A Pacific storm could bring several feet of snow to these southern California mountains.

    • Peter Pan Woodland Club by: admin

      December 16, 2009, 09:04

      This is a copy of the rules and regulations of the Peter Pan Woodland Club from 1931. The Club was a world class resort built by Guy Maltby. Located in Big…

    • Snow Report by: admin

      December 15, 2009, 08:56

      Big Bear Lake is having a beautiful crisp morning with sunny skies and frost everywhere. If you love winter sports, this is the week to get up here.…

    • Big Bear Mountain Resorts by: admin

      December 12, 2009, 05:40

      This week's storm blanketed Bear Mountain and Snow Summit with 14 inches of fresh powder! Snow Summit and Bear Mountain have a total of more than 15…

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      December 12, 2009, 04:16

      HIGHWAY 38- CHAINS ARE REQUIRED ON ALL VEHICLES EXCEPT 4-WHEEL-DRIVE VEHICLES WITH SNOW TIRES ON ALL 4 WHEELS FROM 8.7 MI WEST OF ONYX SUMMIT TO 4 MI WEST…

    • Weather Conditions WX by: admin

      December 10, 2009, 12:35

      Thursday Night...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain and snow. Patchy dense fog. Visibility one quarter mile or less at times. Lows 23 to 32 above 6000 feet…

    • Weather and Snow Conditions by: admin

      December 9, 2009, 10:58

      We're expecting excellent conditions on the mountain this weekend. With the exptra snow, conditions may be powder and packed powder. Get on the mountain!

    • Christmas Holiday Calendar 2009 by: admin

      November 17, 2009, 13:45

      Christmas Tree Lighting 2008  Santa’s Grand Arrival and Tree Lighting Festivities begin at approx. 4:30pm  After a long flight from the North Pole,…

    • Amgen Tour of California 2010 by: admin

      November 12, 2009, 10:54

      Most of you know that Big Bear  CA has been confirmed as the final leg of the Amgen Tour of California 2010. Stage six, the final leg, will begin in…

    • Oktoberfest Halloween Update LAST DAY by: admin

      October 30, 2009, 14:31

      The Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest has just announced that their online ticket sales will stay open until at least 4:00PM 9:00AM Saturday Morning! LAST DAY! Saturd…

    • Oktoberfest by: admin

      October 29, 2009, 12:07

      The Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest celebrates the final day of the 39th annual Oktoberfest with a special German Spooktacular." Children 12 and under dressed…

    • Big Bear Snow Play by: admin

      October 29, 2009, 10:41

      Alpine Magic Mountain has been blowing snow and looks like they will be open for snow tubing this weekend. Both Resorts (Bear Mountain and Snow…

    • Big Bear Snow by: admin

      October 28, 2009, 15:44

        There's snow in Big Bear CA! The temperature dipped down to 15 degrees last night and the Resorts took advantage of it. Alpine Slide, Bear Mountain and…

    • Oktoberfest by: admin

      October 19, 2009, 16:49

      Big Bear Lake 2009 We hope you enjoy this short home made video of Oktoberfest in Big Bear Lake, CA. We shot this on a Sunday afternoon, using a Nikon…

    • Masonic Breakfast by: admin

      October 16, 2009, 11:31

       Masonic Lodge All-YOU-CAN-EAT "Big" Breakfast Big Bear Masonic Lodge No 617 announces that the 2009 "Big" Breakfast will be held on Saturday, October…

    • Big Bear Lake by: admin

      October 16, 2009, 11:11

      Things To Do in Big Bear CA October 16 - 18 1.  39th Annual Oktoberfest October 17 & 18, 2009 The Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest runs for seven…

    • Mountain Wolves by: admin

      October 16, 2009, 10:48

      Nine wolf pups were born on April 9, 2009 at the Moonridge Animal Park in Big Bear Lake, CA. They are now five months old and all are doing extremely…

    • Mountain Weather by: admin

      October 14, 2009, 06:22

      THROUGH 8 AM...LIGHT TO MODERATE RAINFALL WILL CONTINUE OVER ORANGE COUNTY...THE INLAND EMPIRE...AND THE SAN BERNARDINO MOUNTAINS THIS MORNING. RAINFALL OF ONE…

    • Halloween Big Bear Village by: admin

      October 14, 2009, 05:34

      Get ready for an invasion of kids in costumes as the Village gears up to have its annual “Halloween in the Village” event October 31st, from 5:00-8:00…

    • Weather WX by: admin

      October 13, 2009, 09:53

      Mountain Weather, Tuesday, October 13, 2009 Today: A 40 percent chance of rain. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 53. Southwest wind around 15 mph, with gusts…

    • 2 hours added to online Oktoberfest deadline by: admin

      October 9, 2009, 14:27

      The weather is warm and lovely. Nights and dawn deserve a heavy sweater and fire in the fireplace. Find a place to stay for the weekend and read below! …

    • Starbucks by: admin

      September 29, 2009, 14:39

      Big Bear Lake attracts a lot of tour buses. A couple of weeks ago a bus came into Starbucks with a group of Asian tourists.  My local barista told me about…

    • Weather by: admin

      September 29, 2009, 07:54

      Wind Advisory - San Bernardino County Mountains (California)   A LOW PRESSURE SYSTEM WILL MOVE THROUGH CALIFORNIA TODAY AND WEDNESDAY. THIS WILL PRODUCE…

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      September 29, 2009, 07:46

      Tuesday, September 29, 2009 SR 18      1-WAY CONTROLLED TRAFFIC AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS FROM 2 MI SOUTH TO 8.7 MI NORTH OF THE BIG BEAR DAM, FROM 0800…

    • Sugar Pine Bakery by: admin

      September 25, 2009, 08:14

      Samples at Sugar Pine Bake Shop this morning - Bring your own Coffee after 10am :) -posted on Facebook by Trish Gordon, the owner of Sugar Pine Bake Shop.…

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      September 23, 2009, 14:16

      Caltrans continues blasting operations at the Big Bear Bridge Project.

    • Snow Bike Big Bear CA by: admin

      September 23, 2009, 12:07

      Xcorps Action Sports Show #3.)"SNOWBIKE"-seg.3- The face bending cutting edge action continues on this episode of The Xcorps called Snowbike- a new way to…

    • Deer at Jenks Lake CA by: admin

      September 23, 2009, 10:37

      We love to camp and hike in the San Bernardino Mountains. The mountains are a transversal range reaching heights of 11,400 feet. Mount San Gorgonio is the…

    • Things To Do, Big Bear Lake California by: admin

      September 22, 2009, 12:13

      September 26 & 27 Oktoberfest in Big Bear Lake 39th Annual Oktoberfest Location: The Big Bear Convention Center (MAP) Date: Saturday, 09/19/2009 Ti…

    • Oktoberfest Big Bear Lake by: admin

      September 22, 2009, 11:13

      This short video is of opening ceremonies at the Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest, Saturday September 19, 2009. Oktoberfest contines through the last Saturday in…

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      September 15, 2009, 17:17

      Wednesday, September 16   Big Bear Bridge ( SR-18) Full Closure (when blasting occurs). Between 1:00pm and 3:00pm Construction will…

    • Hot Dawgz and Hand Rails by: admin

      September 15, 2009, 13:26

      The event will be this Saturday at Bear Mountain. Need a Map? More about Big Bear.

    • Okotberfest Big Bear by: admin

      September 15, 2009, 11:02

      The weekend of September 19 & 20 is the beginning of the 39th Annual Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest. The event continues every weekend through the end of…

    • Big Bear Lake Marathon Race Results by: admin

      September 12, 2009, 13:24

      Full Marathon - Men 1. Tony Torres 2. Kevin McSweeney 3. Greg Garman Full Marathon - Women 1. Mary Paulsen 2. Kate Bertko 3. Juliet Morgan Results…

    • Things To Do September 11-13 by: admin

      September 11, 2009, 11:25

          "Run The Bear" Big Bear Lake Marathon Location: Starts and Finishes at Pine Knot Landing in the Village Date: Friday, 09/11/2009 Time…

    • Feathery Clouds over Big Bear by: admin

      September 11, 2009, 10:17

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    • Bear Mountain Hot Dawgs and Hand Rails by: admin

      September 11, 2009, 07:36

      In 2008 Hot Dawgz and Hand Rails broke all attendance records...and the competition was amazing. Jeb Anderson walked away with the prize money...but in 2009…

    • Big Bear Air Show by: admin

      September 10, 2009, 18:13

      THE BEST PART OF THIS EVENT IS MEETING THE MEN WHO ARE CONNECTED TO THE AIRCRAFT AND OUR HISTORY. 

    • Lake Sunrise and Sunset by: admin

      September 10, 2009, 18:10

      LOTS OF ACTION IN THE EARLY MORNING-ENJOY!

    • Big Bear Mountain Biking by: admin

      September 10, 2009, 16:36

      Team Blue Competition. 24 Hours of Big Bear. Andy rode the last lap of the race and brought home the win for the team. It was a crazy last lap, he went out…

    • First Mountain Bank by: admin

      September 3, 2009, 15:02

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    • Antique Car Show by: admin

      August 8, 2009, 20:41

      A few shots from the car show this morning. Please enjoy.

    • Oktoberfest Tickets On Sale by: admin

      August 7, 2009, 23:01

      YES! NOW! Buy your tickets for the 39th annual Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest now! The highest altitude Oktoberfest celebration in the US is open for…

    • Ryan Hall shares Marathon training advice by: admin

      August 7, 2009, 09:03

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    • Community Emergency Response Teams by: admin

      August 7, 2009, 08:06

      In the event of a natural disaster or community related emergency, being self reliant confident and prepared is the most valuable personal tool you can…

    • Top 10 things to do in Big Bear Lake this weekend. by: admin

      August 5, 2009, 08:59

      1.) Fandance: the Legend of Sally Rand at the PAC Location: Big Bear Lake Performing Arts Center Date: Friday, Saturday, Sunday Time: 07:30 pm Provocative,…

    • Mountain Up! by: admin

      June 25, 2009, 12:22

      Finale at Manhatten Beach 2008 Doo-Wah Riders Explode on the Discovery Center Amphitheater Stage July 3 The Doo-Wah Riders are celebrating 20 years of…

    • Big Bear Events by: admin

      June 24, 2009, 22:07

      June 26 - 28  Corvettes West Big Bear Bash 2009- Corvettes West's Big Bear Bash takes place from June 26th to June 28th. Public events include the People's…

    • Downhill Mountain Biking by: admin

      June 24, 2009, 18:48

      This is a great video of downhill mountain biking at Snow Summit in Big Bear Lake, CA. Shows what the trails and the mountain views look like.

    • Big Bear Bridge Blasting Continues by: admin

      June 20, 2009, 01:48

      Big Bear Lake–the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Signs will be posted in advance. Please expect short delays during these time periods. Construction…

    • Jazz Trax Video by: admin

      June 19, 2009, 15:21

      Jazz Trax will be presenting great music all weekend at the Big Bear Lake Discovery Center. Tonight at 8:00 PM, Satuday and Sunday at 4:00 PM.

    • July 4th Big Bear Events by: admin

      June 19, 2009, 00:06

      Big Bear Lake Independence Day Festival Big Bear Lake Independence Day Festival at The Big Bear Lake Convention Center on July 3-5. Featuring Live…

    • Run The Bear - Big Bear Lake Marathon by: admin

      June 18, 2009, 23:00

      Run the Big Bear Lake Marathon!

    • Discovery Center Supporters by: admin

      June 18, 2009, 20:48

        About Forest Aid: The United States Forest Service, the San Bernardino National Forest Association and TreePeople are partnering to plant over 32,000…

    • Big Bear Lake Discovery Center Fund Raiser by: admin

      June 18, 2009, 19:37

      The San Bernardino National Forest Association (SBNFA) and the Big Bear Discovery Center are pleased to announced its second annual fund raiser, Big Bear…

    • New Bridge Construction by Lake by: admin

      June 9, 2009, 01:24

        We drove across the Rim of the World today. I never tire of the drive and don't feel like its a business trip. We left in the morning and the…

    • Big Bear Events by: admin

      June 4, 2009, 18:51

      Ride Around Big Bear Mountain -Bike riders will leave from Sylvan Park in Redlands, ride over to the 330, go up through Running Springs and Snow Valley and…

    • Fishing for Trout ,000 50K by: admin

      May 29, 2009, 12:52

      The Big Bear Trout Derby is this weekend. Catch the tagged fish and win ,000. There are also several tagged for ,000. With only a few spaces left…

    • Big Bear City Lake Fawnskin by: admin

      May 29, 2009, 12:00

      Things To Do May 30 - 31 Fishing for K Trout Derby The Big Bear Lake Resort Association presents "Fishing for K" on May 30-31, 2009. Enter to catch a…

    • Mountain Wedding Tour by: admin

      May 29, 2009, 11:42

      Visit local wedding venues in the Big Bear Valley and enter to win thousands of dollars in giveaways! Be sure to see the variety of wedding ceremony and…

    • Big Bear City and Lake by: admin

      May 22, 2009, 15:54

      Things To Do Memorial Day Weekend Memorial Day Ceremonies- On May 25, 2009 the Big Bear Valley Marine Corps League Detachment 1038,the American Legion Post…

    • RICK SHOUP NAMED CEO OF BIG BEAR LAKE RESORT ASSOCIATION by: admin

      May 15, 2009, 21:01

      BIG BEAR LAKE, Calif./ May 15, 2009 – Joyce Reed, President of the Big Bear Lake Resort Association, announced today the appointment of Rick Shoup as the…

    • Fishing Report -Big Bear Marina by: admin

      May 14, 2009, 16:49

      Spring got passed over this week as summer time temperatures of 70 degrees warmed the valley and the lake. Trollers going down three plus colors, with…

    • Hello world! AGAIN! by: admin

      April 14, 2009, 22:20

      We're on a new server and just getting some of the kinks out! This is a BLAST! We've gone from a single processor box with all the old stuff: Apache 1,…

  • Big Bear Village  (16)
    • Live Theatre in Big Bear Lake Village by: BigBear

      May 16, 2012, 07:00

      The 2012 Big Bear Summer Theater Festival will open with “Clarence Darrow,” an in-depth look at the life and time of America’s most famous lawyer, at 7…

    • Big Bear Lake Christmas by: admin

      December 7, 2010, 12:04

      We decided to walk around the Village on Monday. The skies were blue and the temperatures were wonderful. We stopped in to Himalayan Restaurant and enjoyed…

    • Big Bear’s Holiday Images California by: admin

      November 30, 2010, 03:25

      White snow fills the Valley and reflects the beauty of the rainbow. Our skies are clear blue and the air is fresh. Ring in the Holiday season with…

    • Halloween in the Village Made Easy by: admin

      October 29, 2010, 12:30

      Halloween Pumpkins Big Bear Lake CA -Arrive early afternoon on Sunday and park in the public parking lot on Bartlett. You’ll be able to make use of the…

    • Big Bear Events by: admin

      September 16, 2010, 05:52

      Friday Nights in the Village September 17, 2010 - 5:00pm to 8:00pm Come to the Village in Big Bear every Friday night to enjoy family entertainm…

    • Big Bear Lake -Things To Do by: admin

      July 9, 2010, 11:04

      From the Big Bear Lake Chamber of Commerce (MAP): We have two zipline companies which can take you zipping through the trees, enjoying beautiful views…

    • Big Bear Chili Cook-off by: admin

      June 18, 2010, 11:11

      Chili enthusiasts, get ready for the Big Bear Chili Cook-off, “Southwest Showdown” regional chili cook-off on Saturday, July 17th.  Chili cooks from…

    • Snowshoe the Bear Big Bear Lake by: admin

      February 3, 2010, 10:32

      Snowshoe the Bear is this Saturday, February, 6. The event welcomes both experts and complete novices. It starts in the Big Bear Lake Village at 8:00 AM and…

    • Okotberfest Big Bear by: admin

      September 15, 2009, 11:02

      The weekend of September 19 & 20 is the beginning of the 39th Annual Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest. The event continues every weekend through the end of…

    • Labor Day Weekend, Big Bear Lake by: admin

      September 3, 2009, 13:41

      Top 10 Things to Do in Big Bear Lake This Weekend: 1. Fall Festival at The Convention Center Location: Big Bear Lake Convention Center Date: Saturday,…

    • Antique Car Show by: admin

      August 8, 2009, 20:41

      A few shots from the car show this morning. Please enjoy.

    • Cold night! by: admin

      August 7, 2009, 07:46

      Good morning from the COLD! Yes, this is August. Summer. Last night, the winds kept blowing and the temperatures plummeted. It became "jacket weather" as…

    • Big Bear Events by: admin

      June 24, 2009, 22:07

      June 26 - 28  Corvettes West Big Bear Bash 2009- Corvettes West's Big Bear Bash takes place from June 26th to June 28th. Public events include the People's…

    • Big Bear City Lake Fawnskin by: admin

      May 29, 2009, 12:00

      Things To Do May 30 - 31 Fishing for K Trout Derby The Big Bear Lake Resort Association presents "Fishing for K" on May 30-31, 2009. Enter to catch a…

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      February 11, 2009, 12:04

      Powder to Packed Powder Conditions with 24 to 44 inches of coverage and more coming...

    • Big Bear Village by: admin

      January 30, 2009, 11:16

      There are several shopping areas in the Big Bear Valley; The Village, Moonridge, the Von’s/Stater Brothers area, along Big Bear Boulevard (through Big…

  • Boating  (8)
    • Big Bear Lake -Things To Do by: admin

      July 9, 2010, 11:04

      From the Big Bear Lake Chamber of Commerce (MAP): We have two zipline companies which can take you zipping through the trees, enjoying beautiful views…

    • History by: admin

      January 27, 2010, 10:40

      Built by Guy Maltby, Big Bear City About Peter Pan Woodland Club Three hundred years ago the site of Big Bear City was a wilderness, a pristine valley…

    • Pirates on Big Bear Lake by: admin

      June 27, 2009, 12:14

      Holloway's Marina bought the Time Bandit (from the movie) and had the pirate ship brought up here. This is a short video of it on the Lake.

    • Events in Big Bear by: admin

      June 17, 2009, 18:30

      Events in Big Bear CA June 20 - 21, 2009 Big Bear Multi-Hull Regatta –Satuday June 20 and Sunday June 21, The Big Bear Multi-hull Regatta is set to take…

    • Pirate Ship on the Lake by: admin

      June 13, 2009, 03:22

       

    • Wooden Boats Big Bear Lake by: admin

      June 4, 2009, 18:38

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    • Big Bear City Lake Fawnskin by: admin

      May 29, 2009, 12:00

      Things To Do May 30 - 31 Fishing for K Trout Derby The Big Bear Lake Resort Association presents "Fishing for K" on May 30-31, 2009. Enter to catch a…

    • Boating by: admin

      April 1, 2009, 12:24

            The Big Bear Municipal Water District has opened the West Ramp on the north shore for public boat launch. The summer hours of operation are…

  • Cabins  (13)
    • VALENTINE’S DAY RED-HOT SPECIALS  by: BigBear

      January 25, 2012, 17:05

      Big Bear Lake serves the ideal setting for a romantic winter getaway with two top-notch ski resorts, candlelight dining, comfy accommodations with wood-burning…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 28, 2011, 11:31

      Log Cabin Group of 1916 In 1916 ten groups of log cabins were the most buildings aside from the cabins for the Pine Knot Lodge and Knight’s second camp on…

    • TripAdvisor Ranks Big Bear Lake #4 by: admin

      December 1, 2010, 07:13

      Trip Advisor, the largest online travel site, released their list of the top 10 ski rental home destinations. These are the hottest destinations that offer…

    • Reserve Your Big Bear Holiday by: admin

      November 9, 2010, 09:44

      Bookings for Holidays are up; it’s Advised to Book Early for Lake Lodging Big Bear Lake, Calif./ November 8, 2010 – Big Bear Lake Resort Association…

    • Peter Pan Woodland Club by: admin

      December 16, 2009, 09:04

      This is a copy of the rules and regulations of the Peter Pan Woodland Club from 1931. The Club was a world class resort built by Guy Maltby. Located in Big…

    • Big Bear by: admin

      March 18, 2009, 15:30

      This picture should say it all. The weather is near 60 degrees. The skies are clear blue and the air is crisp. Eventhough it's Spring, the Resorts still…

    • Big Bear Museum by: admin

      March 17, 2009, 15:46

      The old post office and general store are going to move to the Big Bear Museum! A small cabin,  located across from Juniper Point (Google Map), has been…

    • Big Bear Vacations by: admin

      February 19, 2009, 07:35

      Big Bear Lake Tour The four seasons of Big Bear are sharply defined. Springtime in the Valley brings a dramatic respite from winter’s snowy grip, as Big…

    • Mountain Cabins -Bartlett's by: admin

      January 10, 2009, 13:01

      Here are some early images of cabins that were part of Bartlett's Camp (MAP). Note the beautiful detail put into each of the cabins.

    • Mountain Cabins -Bartlett's by: admin

      January 10, 2009, 13:01

      Here are some early images of cabins that were part of Bartlett's Camp (MAP). Note the beautiful detail put into each of the cabins.

    • History -Bartlett's CABINS and Camp by: admin

      January 10, 2009, 10:09

      Here is another old photo of Bartlett's camp. Since this is an image of the General Store, I'm wondering if the location is at the Chamber of Commerce Parking…

    • Roy Rogers and Big Bear History by: admin

      January 7, 2009, 10:30

      Movies have the ability to affect opinions and tell us powerful stories. For the Big Bear California area, movies can be a glimpse into the past. One of the…

    • Stillwells by: Yomama

      January 5, 2009, 12:15

      Stillwell's on-the-Lake-Front was a well know club in early Big Bear. It supplied hotel rooms, cabins, boats and entertainment. "No California excursion…

  • Discounts  (4)
    • VALENTINE’S DAY RED-HOT SPECIALS  by: BigBear

      January 25, 2012, 17:05

      Big Bear Lake serves the ideal setting for a romantic winter getaway with two top-notch ski resorts, candlelight dining, comfy accommodations with wood-burning…

    • Oktoberfest Halloween Update LAST DAY by: admin

      October 30, 2009, 14:31

      The Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest has just announced that their online ticket sales will stay open until at least 4:00PM 9:00AM Saturday Morning! LAST DAY! Saturd…

    • Oktoberfest Tickets On Sale by: admin

      August 7, 2009, 23:01

      YES! NOW! Buy your tickets for the 39th annual Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest now! The highest altitude Oktoberfest celebration in the US is open for…

    • STIMULUS PACKAGE FOR VACATIONERS by: admin

      April 9, 2009, 12:58

        Up to 0 in Free Visa Gift Cards Eases Vacation Planning in Down Economy   BIG BEAR LAKE, Calif./ April 9, 2009 – Big has a stimulus package of…

  • Fishing  (14)
    • Big Bear Lake 50K Trout Fishing Results by: Yomama

      June 14, 2011, 13:21

      THE ,000 FISH THAT GOT AWAY One Tagged Fish Caught at Big Bear Lake’s Fishin’ for K Comes up Short BIG BEAR LAKE, Calif./ June 14, 2011 –…

    • Jim Hall May Trout Classic - Update by: Yomama

      May 14, 2011, 17:10

      Annual Trout Classic is going on at Big Bear Lake CA today.

    • Big Bear Lake Trout Fishing Hot-Spots by: Yomama

      May 9, 2011, 11:28

      Big Bear Lake has excellent trout fishing year-round.  The trick is knowing where the fish are likely to be during certain times of the year.  Here…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 7, 2011, 09:44

      Lloyd and His Spinner Of course there were professional guides to help the novice-folks who wanted to fish and one of the most colorful was Jack…

    • Big Bear Lake -Things To Do by: admin

      July 9, 2010, 11:04

      From the Big Bear Lake Chamber of Commerce (MAP): We have two zipline companies which can take you zipping through the trees, enjoying beautiful views…

    • Fishing Big Bear by: admin

      June 30, 2010, 13:28

      There are many things to do in beautiful Big Bear during the summer, like hiking and mountain biking, but mainly what Big Bear is known for in the summer is…

    • Fishing for Trout ,000 50K by: admin

      May 29, 2009, 12:52

      The Big Bear Trout Derby is this weekend. Catch the tagged fish and win ,000. There are also several tagged for ,000. With only a few spaces left…

    • Big Bear City Lake Fawnskin by: admin

      May 29, 2009, 12:00

      Things To Do May 30 - 31 Fishing for K Trout Derby The Big Bear Lake Resort Association presents "Fishing for K" on May 30-31, 2009. Enter to catch a…

    • Fishing Report -Big Bear Marina by: admin

      May 14, 2009, 16:49

      Spring got passed over this week as summer time temperatures of 70 degrees warmed the valley and the lake. Trollers going down three plus colors, with…

    • Fishing by: admin

      April 1, 2009, 16:35

      Big Bear Lake will host a Fishn' for 50K trout derby on May 30 & 31. Catch a trout worth ,000. http://tinyurl.com/dyhsnf Trout Fishing

    • Fishing by: admin

      March 19, 2009, 08:07

      Big Bear Lake is one of the best lakes in Southern California for catching rainbow trout. The Department of Fish and Game keeps the lake well stocked and…

    • Big Bear Valley by: admin

      March 14, 2009, 11:02

      The weather this next week is expected to be sunny and clear. The snow conditions remain crisp in the mornings, but this may give way to “Spring…

    • Big Bear Vacations by: admin

      February 19, 2009, 07:35

      Big Bear Lake Tour The four seasons of Big Bear are sharply defined. Springtime in the Valley brings a dramatic respite from winter’s snowy grip, as Big…

    • History -1959 Angling Rules Outlined by: admin

      January 16, 2009, 09:12

      Important changes in 1959 regulations were adopted by the California Fish and Game Commission on February 27th, mainly with regard to a reduction in limit…

  • Hiking  (18)
    • Hiking - Wilderness Day Hike, Fish Creek by: admin

      September 10, 2011, 04:07

      A good mid-level trail is Fish Creek Trail, used as a trailhead for San Gorgonio Peak Hikers.

    • Big Bear Locals on a Quest by: Yomama

      May 19, 2011, 12:47

      SEVEN WAYS TO REACH NEW HEIGHTS Conquer the Seven Highest Peaks of Big Bear BIG BEAR LAKE, Calif./ May 19, 2011 – This summer local hiking…

    • Mountain Hiking by: Yomama

      May 9, 2011, 17:53

      We wanted to see what the conditions were in the back country. The Santa Ana River seemed to be full of melted snow water. With warm Spring temperatures on…

    • Hike Sand Canyon by: admin

      July 12, 2010, 14:52

      A great hike, with potential for a view and/or TOTAL WORKOUT is easily available just a short drive from the Moonridge Golf Course. Head into Sand…

    • Big Bear Lake -Things To Do by: admin

      July 9, 2010, 11:04

      From the Big Bear Lake Chamber of Commerce (MAP): We have two zipline companies which can take you zipping through the trees, enjoying beautiful views…

    • Mountain Snow Pack by: admin

      March 23, 2010, 05:37

       On the first day of Spring we thought we would check out the hiking conditions over in the San Gorgonio Wilderness Area. We headed down HWY 38 and…

    • Big Bear Events by: admin

      June 4, 2009, 18:51

      Ride Around Big Bear Mountain -Bike riders will leave from Sylvan Park in Redlands, ride over to the 330, go up through Running Springs and Snow Valley and…

    • Pacific Crest Trail by: admin

      March 19, 2009, 11:49

      We took a short hike over to the Pacific Crest Trail this morning.  The weather is sunny but overcast. The above photo was taken looking at the east end of…

    • Hiking Holcomb Valley by: admin

      March 16, 2009, 15:57

      Saturday was beautiful. The temperatures were in the mid-fifties and the sky was a deep bright blue. We wanted to go out and take some pictures so we thought…

    • Big Bear Valley by: admin

      March 14, 2009, 11:02

      The weather this next week is expected to be sunny and clear. The snow conditions remain crisp in the mornings, but this may give way to “Spring…

    • Things To Do by: admin

      February 26, 2009, 13:42

      Spring feels like it is getting closer. The mountains are still covered in snow and the Resorts are full of boarders and skiers. But the daytime temperatures…

    • It's the Weekend by: admin

      February 20, 2009, 08:12

        If you are coming to Big Bear this weekend, check your route before heading up. Highway 18 is closed from Running Springs to the Big Bear Dam.…

    • It's the Weekend by: admin

      February 20, 2009, 08:12

        If you are coming to Big Bear this weekend, check your route before heading up. Highway 18 is closed from Running Springs to the Big Bear Dam.…

    • Big Bear Vacations by: admin

      February 19, 2009, 07:35

      Big Bear Lake Tour The four seasons of Big Bear are sharply defined. Springtime in the Valley brings a dramatic respite from winter’s snowy grip, as Big…

    • Big Bear Lake Discovery Center by: admin

      January 15, 2009, 16:58

      The Big Bear Lake Discovery Center is a child and pet friendly environment. It was established 10 years ago for education and information by the San Bernardino…

    • Snow Conditions and Things To Do by: admin

      January 10, 2009, 10:48

      It's 11:00 AM on Saturday. Temperatures are in the 50's  (Mountain Temperatures), it looks like most off the snow-making equipment has been turned off. If…

    • Winter Hiking by: admin

      January 8, 2009, 04:07

      During the winter, the best hiking is out in the east valley, especially behind Baldwin Lake. Daytime temperatures are usually warmer causing the snow to melt.…

    • Pacific Crest Trail Video by: admin

      January 6, 2009, 22:36

      This short video was taken from the Pacific Crest Trail. It shows Big Bear Lake, Bear Mountain and Snow Summit, plus San Gorgornio Mountain. The Pacific Crest…

  • History  (85)
    • Historic Holcomb Valley by: admin

      February 12, 2012, 07:38

      After you have caught your limit of fish and taken advantage of the many recreational facilities in the immense area of Big Bear Valley, take a trip into the…

    • Big Bear Lake CA and the Rim of the World by: BigBear

      November 30, 2011, 07:51

      WE were now on the beginning of that famed American scenic drive known as 101 Miles on the Rim of the World. It is one of the three routes into Big Bear…

    • Big Bear City's Pan Hot Springs by: BigBear

      October 20, 2011, 10:52

      A month, fortnight or weekend spent at Pan Hot Springs and Inn will prove the most enjoyable vacation you ever had! Beautifully situated between Big Bear and…

    • Holcomb Valley at Big Bear Lake by: Yomama

      September 21, 2011, 05:37

      Just north of Big Bear Lake lies a fascinating historical area called Holcomb Valley. It was here, in 1859, that Bill Holcomb discovered what was to become the…

    • Big Bear Chamber of Commerce, part 1 by: Yomama

      September 17, 2011, 04:43

      High among the wooded ranges of the California Sierras lies the historic Big Bear Lake Country. Sheltered by the snow-capped peaks of Greyback (Mount San…

    • Big Bear Lake Communities by: Yomama

      September 15, 2011, 05:22

      Three delightful mountain communities are located near the shores of Big Bear Lake, and they serve as “home base” for the many different kinds of activities…

    • Big Bear CA - Cultural Heritage by: BigBear

      September 2, 2011, 08:48

      The San Bernardino National Forest is composed of four mountain ranges: the San Bernardino Mountains, the San Jacinto Mountains, the Santa Rosa Mountains, and…

    • Big Bear CA Stage Lines by: Yomama

      June 21, 2011, 07:25

      The ride on a comfortable stage from Redlands to Big Bear Valley will be made in about ten hours. The first half of the trip is all upgrade to the…

    • Big Bear Lake Winter Sports by: Yomama

      April 22, 2011, 06:53

        Today’s winter sports activities in Big Bear Valley stem from the vision of the late Judge Clifford Lynn who first proposed the formation of a…

    • Big Bear Lake Rodeo by: Yomama

      April 20, 2011, 09:19

      Big Bear Lake's annual event used to attract hundreds of spectators.

    • California Mountain Resorts by: admin

      February 17, 2011, 10:52

      Resorts in this region number almost a hundred with every kind of service available. Hotels have been built – thoroly (sp) modern structures with…

    • Big Bear Lake High School Ski Report by: admin

      February 15, 2011, 08:14

      My Favorite Winter Sport Big Bear High School 1932? My favorite winter sport is skiing or “sheeing,” as the Scandinavians call it. It consists of…

    • Old Miners Days Bear Valley by: admin

      February 14, 2011, 08:23

      RULES FOR THE ROPERS DURING THE BURRO RACE All ropers will rope with a partner. 2. Teams will compete for buckles to be awarded to the top three…

    • Big Bear CA Cabins Stillwells by: admin

      February 13, 2011, 05:15

      Stillwell’s Camp On the Shores of Big Bear Lake Stillwells Camp is 7,000 feet high in the San Bernardino Mountains on the shores of Beautiful Big…

    • History of Bear Valley Part 2 by: admin

      February 11, 2011, 08:26

      Caption says "Ancient Resident of Big Bear Lake" Gold Mining History Part 1 Gold Mining in Big Bear CA The first time we visited the valley I killed two…

    • Big Bear's Gold Miners by: admin

      February 10, 2011, 07:59

      History of Big Bear Valley In the summer of 1845, Benito David Wilson, grandfather of General George S. Patton, led a group of twenty-two soldiers in…

    • Big Bear's Gold Miners by: admin

      February 10, 2011, 07:59

      History of Big Bear Valley In the summer of 1845, Benito David Wilson, grandfather of General George S. Patton, led a group of twenty-two soldiers in the…

    • Mountain Roads by: admin

      February 8, 2011, 03:18

      In 1935, County Surveyor Harold L. Way and George Beattie retraced the upper and steeper portions of the old Mormon Road to determine percentages of…

    • Early Mountain History by: admin

      February 7, 2011, 14:19

      Early History of the Valley and Mountains The picturesque history and background of the “Rim of the World” area makes one of the most fascinating…

    • Lake Arrowhead Area by: admin

      February 6, 2011, 09:39

      Blue Jay Mr. Stoney L. DeMent founded the Blue Jay Resort in 1934 on the old Wixom ranch and homestead site. Mr. And Mrs. DeMent purchased this…

    • Big Bear Lake Pioneer Killed in Accident by: admin

      February 6, 2011, 07:56

      Accident Ends Resort Man’s Life in Mexico Gun falls from rack, explodes, and full force of charge hits Pine Knot Pioneer. Fred S. (Dad) Skinner,…

    • Big Bear High School 1932 by: admin

      February 5, 2011, 12:21

      Athletics The athletics of the Big Bear High School show a different array of sports than most any school in Southern California. The winter snows…

    • CA Mountains Rim of the World by: admin

      February 5, 2011, 09:57

      Mountain Stage Lines Kirk Phillips, probably the first man to visualize the possibilities of a mountain stage line, formed a partnership with Max and…

    • Fawnskin to Lake Arrowhead CA, Big Bear Roads Part 3 by: admin

      February 4, 2011, 04:53

      In Fawnskin Valley we passed a little cabin of native logs, and then started the lonesome 55 miles through the pine forests, over the hazardous snow…

    • Mountain Conditions Big Bear Roads, Part 2 by: admin

      February 3, 2011, 10:04

      Well, the driver hand-fired her up to 1000 pounds of steam, and we hung on as we hit the crossing at 30 miles per hour with a half-block run at it. The…

    • Big Bear Roads Challenge First Cars by: admin

      February 2, 2011, 11:11

      The first car into Big Bear Valley and on over the 101-Mile Rim of the World route was a twenty-horse-power White Steamer driven by John A. Heyser of…

    • Big Bear CA Mountain Roads by: admin

      February 1, 2011, 06:01

      Exploits of the Automobile As incredible as it sounds today, one of the big battles in San Bernardino from 1908-1912 involved the question of whether…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 31, 2011, 08:42

      Race Against Nature It is not possible to close these pages without a mention of a leading citizen and a great race; a race against both time and nature. Th…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 30, 2011, 07:34

      Bill and Bath Tub One more story about our friend Bill. When living at the Dam as Keeper those many years and with five children , it was decided to…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 29, 2011, 06:58

      Johnson’s Five Feet Frank Johnson built the first theatre on my east forty feet, then he wanted a well so he had to have five feet more. I sold it…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 28, 2011, 11:31

      Log Cabin Group of 1916 In 1916 ten groups of log cabins were the most buildings aside from the cabins for the Pine Knot Lodge and Knight’s second camp on…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 27, 2011, 05:47

      Heller’s Broadcasting Station When Dr. Heller came over from the north shore and built the first two story building in the business section, he had…

    • Mountain Resorts by: admin

      January 26, 2011, 15:24

      A Mountain Vacation has complete enjoyment! The scenic pine covered ranges of Southern California mountains provide a glorious playground with an…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 26, 2011, 08:30

      The Big Snow The big snow. This was really something to tell them back home. No former record approached this. Twenty eight buildings laid flat; two…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 25, 2011, 08:51

      Clever Boys Stole and Filled Cabin At one period several cabins were broken into, ransacked, and radios, guns and blankets stolen and little evidence…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 24, 2011, 07:53

      Jack’s Turkey Party Of course having big parties for a meal or a night for outsiders as guests of a cabin owner was a common occurrence, and some of…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 24, 2011, 07:35

      Peddar’s Road – Jessoran’s Toboggan Mr. Peddar had the finest cabin near town in the early days and for locomotion he had built a kind of sleigh…

    • Big Bear's Old Miner's Days, California! by: admin

      January 23, 2011, 15:17

      Old Miners Relive Golden Days Gold in Holcomb Valley! This magic call was just as compelling in 1860 as it had been twelve years before when it…

    • Big Bear's Old Miner's Days, California! by: admin

      January 23, 2011, 15:17

      Old Miners Relive Golden Days Gold in Holcomb Valley! This magic call was just as compelling in 1860 as it had been twelve years before when it drew…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 23, 2011, 11:38

      When the Big Bear Lake CA Dam was completed, many many trees were submerged. Ninety-One Hundred Stumps Those out on the lake today have little idea what…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 22, 2011, 07:26

      The Lake Claims Its Dead The lake has seen many drowning. I can remember only a few. A few years after completion of the first Dam a fight occurred in…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 21, 2011, 11:16

      Road to the Dam It was in 1923 that the Deep Creek cut-off, so-called, was being built on the side of the mountain to give a direct road out of the…

    • Big Bear City Real Estate by: admin

      January 20, 2011, 09:33

      This is from the Big Bear Land and Water Company Real Estate Booklet dated June 1st, 1925: Building Big Bear City in the Heart of Big Bear Valley Bare…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 20, 2011, 08:03

      Holcomb at Starvation Flat When Dan (Don) Benito Wilson discovered the Valley and its grizzlies back in 1845, his party remained only long enough on…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 19, 2011, 09:31

      New Road on a Flip of a Dollar Pine Knot Lodge owned the strip from Wild Rose Creek to Bartletts Road and wanted a direct road through it from the…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 18, 2011, 07:36

      Barbequed Meat and Bad Beans Big Bear had a barbeque at least once a year and an early one was under big trees between the boulevard and Pine Knot…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 17, 2011, 07:17

      Stebbins’ Gold Hunt in Van Deusen Soon after opening camp in the early twenties a man by the name of Stebbins rented a room from me and said he…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 16, 2011, 09:00

      Teacher Lost at the Mantle It was a strange case of the woman school teacher who went down into the canyon fishing with Mrs. Thomas. Now it is so easy…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 15, 2011, 08:58

      Bear Creek Trail In the early days, of course, no road led to the Dam on either side. Fisherman left cars at Gray’s Camp on the North Shore, or at…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 14, 2011, 07:37

      Guests Stole Smith’s Guns Warren Smith had a little experience with a bunch of roughnecks. He came to the Valley from a high bank position with…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 13, 2011, 05:42

      Stanfield Shot Their Tires As a rule, there was not much lawlessness in those early days, because the Valley was too far away. Another thing was the…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 12, 2011, 03:34

      The Ditch and Old Ball Mill Perhaps few living know the water from Van Deusen that was taken in a ditch along the edge of the hills and behind (north)…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 11, 2011, 04:54

      Augustine’s Car Boiled The most unusual story of the two grades comes as follows. The Augustines bought Oak Knoll Lodge and in the winter remained…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 10, 2011, 05:15

      Brush and Percival Stuck on Highway After a freezing night in one of my new bought log cabins, Engineer Ford and I started due east along the…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 9, 2011, 05:43

      Stuck in the China Garden 1917 The winter of ’16-’17 was a heavy one - - rain, snow, wind, and the later uprooting many pines in the east. Making…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 7, 2011, 09:44

      Lloyd and His Spinner Of course there were professional guides to help the novice-folks who wanted to fish and one of the most colorful was Jack…

    • Roy Rogers and Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 6, 2011, 09:32

      Movies have the ability to affect opinions and tell us powerful stories. For the Big Bear California area, movies can be a glimpse into the past. One of the…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 6, 2011, 06:55

       Lynn and Moyer’s Mill Abut 1916 Clifford Lynn and Ed Moyer (former drug clerk in Ontario), formed a partnership to cut the trees in the lake and saw…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 5, 2011, 08:32

      Old Man James 1857 The old man, James, I judge, was quite a character. He :”knew” Big Bear way back when. I assume he was a prospector and he had…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 4, 2011, 11:57

      Big Horse Meadows When we three boys hiked in over mountain home (Glen Martin) to the Santa Ana, there was a single cabin on the flat at the top of the…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 1, 2011, 05:22

      B.G. Holmes These pages are written in the belief that few now are living who have known of these events, or at least remembered the incidents, happening…

    • Legend of the Arrowhead by: admin

      December 25, 2010, 08:27

      Residents of both the San Bernardino Mountains and the city of San Bernardino California are familar with the Arrowhead on the south facing side of the…

    • Big Bear History Clifford Lynn Ski Area by: admin

      November 12, 2010, 10:09

        This is an article written about the Clifford Lynn Ski Resort, on eof the first snow play area in Big Bear Lake CA Scenic chair lift rides may be enjoyed…

    • Old Miner's Days -Big Bear Lake by: admin

      January 30, 2010, 16:03

      Old Miner's Days has been a long tradition in Big Bear Lake. We went into our collection of Big Bear Lake ephemera and found these advertisements that were…

    • Old Miner's Days -Big Bear Lake by: admin

      January 30, 2010, 16:03

      Old Miner's Days has been a long tradition in Big Bear Lake. We went into our collection of Big Bear Lake ephemera and found these advertisements that were…

    • Big Bear Lake by: admin

      January 30, 2010, 11:18

      The call of the wild!  What pictures the phrase brings to the mind at this season, the spring of the year when the blood is pulsating with renewed life…

    • History by: admin

      January 27, 2010, 10:40

      Built by Guy Maltby, Big Bear City About Peter Pan Woodland Club Three hundred years ago the site of Big Bear City was a wilderness, a pristine valley…

    • Peter Pan Woodland Club by: admin

      December 16, 2009, 09:04

      This is a copy of the rules and regulations of the Peter Pan Woodland Club from 1931. The Club was a world class resort built by Guy Maltby. Located in Big…

    • Big Bear Museum by: admin

      March 17, 2009, 15:46

      The old post office and general store are going to move to the Big Bear Museum! A small cabin,  located across from Juniper Point (Google Map), has been…

    • Historic Photos by: admin

      March 7, 2009, 11:59

      We just loaded more than 40 historic images of Big Bear to Facebook. Here's the link: http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=2009537&id=1159121012&l=77b…

    • Big Bear by: admin

      February 25, 2009, 08:40

      Publish at Scribd or explore others: Magazines History History

    • RODEO by: admin

      February 8, 2009, 11:42

      One of the most exciting and colorful traditions of the Old West is carried on right in Big Bear Valley when the Vaqueros de las Montanas stage their annual…

    • Airport History by: admin

      February 3, 2009, 11:01

      Access by Air -1959 Big Bear City airport, owned by Ted M. Page of Monrovia, is situated at the east end of Big Bear Lake and is rapidly becoming popular among…

    • “Sunshine Route” to Bear Valley Well Under Way -September 2,1959 by: admin

      February 3, 2009, 10:47

      Known officially as Federal Highway 68, the new 26-ft. two lane highway which will join the upper Santa Ana river Canyon to the east end of Big Bear Valley is…

    • History -1959 Angling Rules Outlined by: admin

      January 16, 2009, 09:12

      Important changes in 1959 regulations were adopted by the California Fish and Game Commission on February 27th, mainly with regard to a reduction in limit…

    • From the 1959 Sportsman’s Fishing & Vacation Guide by: admin

      January 15, 2009, 05:53

      Just Fish Talk You may fish for Rainbow Trout as well as bass, channel catfish, bluegill and crappie in the waters of Big bear Lake.  Fingerlings and…

    • Mountain Cabins -Bartlett's by: admin

      January 10, 2009, 13:01

      Here are some early images of cabins that were part of Bartlett's Camp (MAP). Note the beautiful detail put into each of the cabins.

    • Mountain Cabins -Bartlett's by: admin

      January 10, 2009, 13:01

      Here are some early images of cabins that were part of Bartlett's Camp (MAP). Note the beautiful detail put into each of the cabins.

    • History -Bartlett's CABINS and Camp by: admin

      January 10, 2009, 10:09

      Here is another old photo of Bartlett's camp. Since this is an image of the General Store, I'm wondering if the location is at the Chamber of Commerce Parking…

    • Roy Rogers and Big Bear History by: admin

      January 7, 2009, 10:30

      Movies have the ability to affect opinions and tell us powerful stories. For the Big Bear California area, movies can be a glimpse into the past. One of the…

    • Bartlett's Camp by: admin

      January 6, 2009, 22:06

      I'm not sure about the date of these images. The first one shows men from Bartlett's Camp. The camp was located in the area now occupied by the Chamber of…

    • Bartlett's Camp by: admin

      January 6, 2009, 22:06

      I'm not sure about the date of these images. The first one shows men from Bartlett's Camp. The camp was located in the area now occupied by the Chamber of…

    • Stillwells by: Yomama

      January 5, 2009, 12:15

      Stillwell's on-the-Lake-Front was a well know club in early Big Bear. It supplied hotel rooms, cabins, boats and entertainment. "No California excursion…

    • Lake Arrowhead  (7)
      • Mountain Roads by: admin

        February 8, 2011, 03:18

        In 1935, County Surveyor Harold L. Way and George Beattie retraced the upper and steeper portions of the old Mormon Road to determine percentages of…

      • Early Mountain History by: admin

        February 7, 2011, 14:19

        Early History of the Valley and Mountains The picturesque history and background of the “Rim of the World” area makes one of the most fascinating…

      • Lake Arrowhead Area by: admin

        February 6, 2011, 09:39

        Blue Jay Mr. Stoney L. DeMent founded the Blue Jay Resort in 1934 on the old Wixom ranch and homestead site. Mr. And Mrs. DeMent purchased this…

      • CA Mountains Rim of the World by: admin

        February 5, 2011, 09:57

        Mountain Stage Lines Kirk Phillips, probably the first man to visualize the possibilities of a mountain stage line, formed a partnership with Max and…

      • Fawnskin to Lake Arrowhead CA, Big Bear Roads Part 3 by: admin

        February 4, 2011, 04:53

        In Fawnskin Valley we passed a little cabin of native logs, and then started the lonesome 55 miles through the pine forests, over the hazardous snow…

      • Mountain Resorts by: admin

        January 26, 2011, 15:24

        A Mountain Vacation has complete enjoyment! The scenic pine covered ranges of Southern California mountains provide a glorious playground with an…

      • Legend of the Arrowhead by: admin

        December 25, 2010, 08:27

        Residents of both the San Bernardino Mountains and the city of San Bernardino California are familar with the Arrowhead on the south facing side of the…

    • Stillwell's  (2)
      • Stillwells at Big Bear Lake by: BigBear

        September 12, 2011, 05:16

        Stillwell's Camp was a well known Big Bear Lake destination in the 1930's. Accommodations included lake side cabins or hotel stlye.

      • Big Bear CA Cabins Stillwells by: admin

        February 13, 2011, 05:15

        Stillwell’s Camp On the Shores of Big Bear Lake Stillwells Camp is 7,000 feet high in the San Bernardino Mountains on the shores of Beautiful Big…

    • Holmes  (30)
      • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

        January 31, 2011, 08:42

        Race Against Nature It is not possible to close these pages without a mention of a leading citizen and a great race; a race against both time and nature. Th…

      • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

        January 30, 2011, 07:34

        Bill and Bath Tub One more story about our friend Bill. When living at the Dam as Keeper those many years and with five children , it was decided to…

      • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

        January 29, 2011, 06:58

        Johnson’s Five Feet Frank Johnson built the first theatre on my east forty feet, then he wanted a well so he had to have five feet more. I sold it…

      • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

        January 28, 2011, 11:31

        Log Cabin Group of 1916 In 1916 ten groups of log cabins were the most buildings aside from the cabins for the Pine Knot Lodge and Knight’s second camp on…

      • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

        January 27, 2011, 05:47

        Heller’s Broadcasting Station When Dr. Heller came over from the north shore and built the first two story building in the business section, he had…

      • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

        January 26, 2011, 08:30

        The Big Snow The big snow. This was really something to tell them back home. No former record approached this. Twenty eight buildings laid flat; two…

      • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

        January 25, 2011, 08:51

        Clever Boys Stole and Filled Cabin At one period several cabins were broken into, ransacked, and radios, guns and blankets stolen and little evidence…

      • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

        January 24, 2011, 07:53

        Jack’s Turkey Party Of course having big parties for a meal or a night for outsiders as guests of a cabin owner was a common occurrence, and some of…

      • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

        January 24, 2011, 07:35

        Peddar’s Road – Jessoran’s Toboggan Mr. Peddar had the finest cabin near town in the early days and for locomotion he had built a kind of sleigh…

      • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

        January 23, 2011, 11:38

        When the Big Bear Lake CA Dam was completed, many many trees were submerged. Ninety-One Hundred Stumps Those out on the lake today have little idea what…

      • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

        January 22, 2011, 07:26

        The Lake Claims Its Dead The lake has seen many drowning. I can remember only a few. A few years after completion of the first Dam a fight occurred in…

      • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

        January 21, 2011, 11:16

        Road to the Dam It was in 1923 that the Deep Creek cut-off, so-called, was being built on the side of the mountain to give a direct road out of the…

      • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

        January 20, 2011, 08:03

        Holcomb at Starvation Flat When Dan (Don) Benito Wilson discovered the Valley and its grizzlies back in 1845, his party remained only long enough on…

      • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

        January 19, 2011, 09:31

        New Road on a Flip of a Dollar Pine Knot Lodge owned the strip from Wild Rose Creek to Bartletts Road and wanted a direct road through it from the…

      • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

        January 18, 2011, 07:36

        Barbequed Meat and Bad Beans Big Bear had a barbeque at least once a year and an early one was under big trees between the boulevard and Pine Knot…

      • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

        January 17, 2011, 07:17

        Stebbins’ Gold Hunt in Van Deusen Soon after opening camp in the early twenties a man by the name of Stebbins rented a room from me and said he…

      • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

        January 16, 2011, 09:00

        Teacher Lost at the Mantle It was a strange case of the woman school teacher who went down into the canyon fishing with Mrs. Thomas. Now it is so easy…

      • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

        January 15, 2011, 08:58

        Bear Creek Trail In the early days, of course, no road led to the Dam on either side. Fisherman left cars at Gray’s Camp on the North Shore, or at…

      • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

        January 14, 2011, 07:37

        Guests Stole Smith’s Guns Warren Smith had a little experience with a bunch of roughnecks. He came to the Valley from a high bank position with…

      • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

        January 13, 2011, 05:42

        Stanfield Shot Their Tires As a rule, there was not much lawlessness in those early days, because the Valley was too far away. Another thing was the…

      • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

        January 12, 2011, 03:34

        The Ditch and Old Ball Mill Perhaps few living know the water from Van Deusen that was taken in a ditch along the edge of the hills and behind (north)…

      • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

        January 11, 2011, 04:54

        Augustine’s Car Boiled The most unusual story of the two grades comes as follows. The Augustines bought Oak Knoll Lodge and in the winter remained…

      • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

        January 10, 2011, 05:15

        Brush and Percival Stuck on Highway After a freezing night in one of my new bought log cabins, Engineer Ford and I started due east along the…

      • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

        January 9, 2011, 05:43

        Stuck in the China Garden 1917 The winter of ’16-’17 was a heavy one - - rain, snow, wind, and the later uprooting many pines in the east. Making…

      • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

        January 8, 2011, 08:11

        Warren’s Choice Steaks One of the early cattlemen was Metcalf and the bay and a creek were named for him as he operated the road at the head of the…

      • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

        January 7, 2011, 09:44

        Lloyd and His Spinner Of course there were professional guides to help the novice-folks who wanted to fish and one of the most colorful was Jack…

      • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

        January 6, 2011, 06:55

         Lynn and Moyer’s Mill Abut 1916 Clifford Lynn and Ed Moyer (former drug clerk in Ontario), formed a partnership to cut the trees in the lake and saw…

      • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

        January 5, 2011, 08:32

        Old Man James 1857 The old man, James, I judge, was quite a character. He :”knew” Big Bear way back when. I assume he was a prospector and he had…

      • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

        January 4, 2011, 11:57

        Big Horse Meadows When we three boys hiked in over mountain home (Glen Martin) to the Santa Ana, there was a single cabin on the flat at the top of the…

      • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

        January 1, 2011, 05:22

        B.G. Holmes These pages are written in the belief that few now are living who have known of these events, or at least remembered the incidents, happening…

    • Land & Water Company  (3)
      • California Mountain Resorts by: admin

        February 17, 2011, 10:52

        Resorts in this region number almost a hundred with every kind of service available. Hotels have been built – thoroly (sp) modern structures with…

      • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

        January 23, 2011, 11:38

        When the Big Bear Lake CA Dam was completed, many many trees were submerged. Ninety-One Hundred Stumps Those out on the lake today have little idea what…

      • Big Bear City Real Estate by: admin

        January 20, 2011, 09:33

        This is from the Big Bear Land and Water Company Real Estate Booklet dated June 1st, 1925: Building Big Bear City in the Heart of Big Bear Valley Bare…

    • Cabins  (2)

      Big Bear Lake and Big Bear City California have a vast array of historic cabins. We’ll post images and stories here.

      • Big Bear CA Cabins Stillwells by: admin

        February 13, 2011, 05:15

        Stillwell’s Camp On the Shores of Big Bear Lake Stillwells Camp is 7,000 feet high in the San Bernardino Mountains on the shores of Beautiful Big…

      • Big Bear City Real Estate by: admin

        January 20, 2011, 09:33

        This is from the Big Bear Land and Water Company Real Estate Booklet dated June 1st, 1925: Building Big Bear City in the Heart of Big Bear Valley Bare…

    • Historic Photos  (21)

      Scans of early pictures and photos of Big Bear Lake, Big Bear City, Baldwin Lake, Fawnskin, Holcomb Valley and Big Bear Valley CA.

      • Big Bear CA Stage Lines by: Yomama

        June 21, 2011, 07:25

        The ride on a comfortable stage from Redlands to Big Bear Valley will be made in about ten hours. The first half of the trip is all upgrade to the…

      • Big Bear Lake Winter Sports by: Yomama

        April 22, 2011, 06:53

          Today’s winter sports activities in Big Bear Valley stem from the vision of the late Judge Clifford Lynn who first proposed the formation of a…

      • Big Bear Lake Rodeo by: Yomama

        April 20, 2011, 09:19

        Big Bear Lake's annual event used to attract hundreds of spectators.

      • California Mountain Resorts by: admin

        February 17, 2011, 10:52

        Resorts in this region number almost a hundred with every kind of service available. Hotels have been built – thoroly (sp) modern structures with…

      • Big Bear Lake High School Ski Report by: admin

        February 15, 2011, 08:14

        My Favorite Winter Sport Big Bear High School 1932? My favorite winter sport is skiing or “sheeing,” as the Scandinavians call it. It consists of…

      • History of Bear Valley Part 2 by: admin

        February 11, 2011, 08:26

        Caption says "Ancient Resident of Big Bear Lake" Gold Mining History Part 1 Gold Mining in Big Bear CA The first time we visited the valley I killed two…

      • Big Bear's Gold Miners by: admin

        February 10, 2011, 07:59

        History of Big Bear Valley In the summer of 1845, Benito David Wilson, grandfather of General George S. Patton, led a group of twenty-two soldiers in…

      • Big Bear's Gold Miners by: admin

        February 10, 2011, 07:59

        History of Big Bear Valley In the summer of 1845, Benito David Wilson, grandfather of General George S. Patton, led a group of twenty-two soldiers in the…

      • Mountain Roads by: admin

        February 8, 2011, 03:18

        In 1935, County Surveyor Harold L. Way and George Beattie retraced the upper and steeper portions of the old Mormon Road to determine percentages of…

      • Early Mountain History by: admin

        February 7, 2011, 14:19

        Early History of the Valley and Mountains The picturesque history and background of the “Rim of the World” area makes one of the most fascinating…

      • Big Bear High School 1932 by: admin

        February 5, 2011, 12:21

        Athletics The athletics of the Big Bear High School show a different array of sports than most any school in Southern California. The winter snows…

      • Fawnskin to Lake Arrowhead CA, Big Bear Roads Part 3 by: admin

        February 4, 2011, 04:53

        In Fawnskin Valley we passed a little cabin of native logs, and then started the lonesome 55 miles through the pine forests, over the hazardous snow…

      • Mountain Conditions Big Bear Roads, Part 2 by: admin

        February 3, 2011, 10:04

        Well, the driver hand-fired her up to 1000 pounds of steam, and we hung on as we hit the crossing at 30 miles per hour with a half-block run at it. The…

      • Big Bear Roads Challenge First Cars by: admin

        February 2, 2011, 11:11

        The first car into Big Bear Valley and on over the 101-Mile Rim of the World route was a twenty-horse-power White Steamer driven by John A. Heyser of…

      • Big Bear CA Mountain Roads by: admin

        February 1, 2011, 06:01

        Exploits of the Automobile As incredible as it sounds today, one of the big battles in San Bernardino from 1908-1912 involved the question of whether…

      • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

        January 30, 2011, 07:34

        Bill and Bath Tub One more story about our friend Bill. When living at the Dam as Keeper those many years and with five children , it was decided to…

      • Mountain Resorts by: admin

        January 26, 2011, 15:24

        A Mountain Vacation has complete enjoyment! The scenic pine covered ranges of Southern California mountains provide a glorious playground with an…

      • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

        January 21, 2011, 11:16

        Road to the Dam It was in 1923 that the Deep Creek cut-off, so-called, was being built on the side of the mountain to give a direct road out of the…

      • Big Bear City Real Estate by: admin

        January 20, 2011, 09:33

        This is from the Big Bear Land and Water Company Real Estate Booklet dated June 1st, 1925: Building Big Bear City in the Heart of Big Bear Valley Bare…

      • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

        January 20, 2011, 08:03

        Holcomb at Starvation Flat When Dan (Don) Benito Wilson discovered the Valley and its grizzlies back in 1845, his party remained only long enough on…

      • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

        January 19, 2011, 09:31

        New Road on a Flip of a Dollar Pine Knot Lodge owned the strip from Wild Rose Creek to Bartletts Road and wanted a direct road through it from the…

    • Rim of the World  (1)
  • Lake  (15)
    • Plunge into Big Bear Lake by: BigBear

      February 1, 2012, 17:02

      Big Bear Lake’s water gets rather frigid in the wintertime with lake temperatures dipping into the low 30s, sometimes into the 20s. So why would anyone…

    • Big Bear Lake Trout Fishing Hot-Spots by: Yomama

      May 9, 2011, 11:28

      Big Bear Lake has excellent trout fishing year-round.  The trick is knowing where the fish are likely to be during certain times of the year.  Here…

    • Big Bear Lake Officials Set Bounty on Trout by: Yomama

      May 5, 2011, 11:56

      BIG BEAR LAKE, Calif./ May 5, 2011 – Today officials of The Big Bear Lake Resort Association announced they have put a bounty on a tagged trout for ,000…

    • Fishing Big Bear by: admin

      June 30, 2010, 13:28

      There are many things to do in beautiful Big Bear during the summer, like hiking and mountain biking, but mainly what Big Bear is known for in the summer is…

    • Big Bear by: admin

      September 16, 2009, 15:24

      California travel expert Veronica Hill tours Big Bear Lake in this episode of "California Travel Tips." This Big Bear video highlights Big Bear hotels such…

    • Lake Sunrise and Sunset by: admin

      September 10, 2009, 18:10

      LOTS OF ACTION IN THE EARLY MORNING-ENJOY!

    • Cold night! by: admin

      August 7, 2009, 07:46

      Good morning from the COLD! Yes, this is August. Summer. Last night, the winds kept blowing and the temperatures plummeted. It became "jacket weather" as…

    • Pirates on Big Bear Lake by: admin

      June 27, 2009, 12:14

      Holloway's Marina bought the Time Bandit (from the movie) and had the pirate ship brought up here. This is a short video of it on the Lake.

    • Events in Big Bear by: admin

      June 17, 2009, 18:30

      Events in Big Bear CA June 20 - 21, 2009 Big Bear Multi-Hull Regatta –Satuday June 20 and Sunday June 21, The Big Bear Multi-hull Regatta is set to take…

    • Pirate Ship on the Lake by: admin

      June 13, 2009, 03:22

       

    • Waterskiing by: admin

      June 12, 2009, 19:56

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    • Wooden Boats Big Bear Lake by: admin

      June 4, 2009, 18:38

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    • Big Bear City Lake Fawnskin by: admin

      May 29, 2009, 12:00

      Things To Do May 30 - 31 Fishing for K Trout Derby The Big Bear Lake Resort Association presents "Fishing for K" on May 30-31, 2009. Enter to catch a…

    • Fishing by: admin

      April 1, 2009, 16:35

      Big Bear Lake will host a Fishn' for 50K trout derby on May 30 & 31. Catch a trout worth ,000. http://tinyurl.com/dyhsnf Trout Fishing

    • Boating by: admin

      April 1, 2009, 12:24

            The Big Bear Municipal Water District has opened the West Ramp on the north shore for public boat launch. The summer hours of operation are…

  • Mountain Biking  (9)
    • Snow Bike Big Bear CA by: admin

      September 23, 2009, 12:07

      Xcorps Action Sports Show #3.)"SNOWBIKE"-seg.3- The face bending cutting edge action continues on this episode of The Xcorps called Snowbike- a new way to…

    • Things To Do, Big Bear Lake California by: admin

      September 22, 2009, 12:13

      September 26 & 27 Oktoberfest in Big Bear Lake 39th Annual Oktoberfest Location: The Big Bear Convention Center (MAP) Date: Saturday, 09/19/2009 Ti…

    • Big Bear Mountain Biking by: admin

      September 10, 2009, 16:36

      Team Blue Competition. 24 Hours of Big Bear. Andy rode the last lap of the race and brought home the win for the team. It was a crazy last lap, he went out…

    • Sky Chair Snow Summit by: admin

      June 28, 2009, 19:27

      Snow Summit runs the scenic Sky Chair daily during the summer (Big Bear Lake CA). A round trip ticket costs or, if you're a mountain biker, one way is .…

    • Downhill Mountain Biking by: admin

      June 24, 2009, 18:48

      This is a great video of downhill mountain biking at Snow Summit in Big Bear Lake, CA. Shows what the trails and the mountain views look like.

    • Big Bear Events by: admin

      June 4, 2009, 18:51

      Ride Around Big Bear Mountain -Bike riders will leave from Sylvan Park in Redlands, ride over to the 330, go up through Running Springs and Snow Valley and…

    • Big Bear City Lake Fawnskin by: admin

      May 29, 2009, 12:00

      Things To Do May 30 - 31 Fishing for K Trout Derby The Big Bear Lake Resort Association presents "Fishing for K" on May 30-31, 2009. Enter to catch a…

    • Big Bear Vacations by: admin

      February 19, 2009, 07:35

      Big Bear Lake Tour The four seasons of Big Bear are sharply defined. Springtime in the Valley brings a dramatic respite from winter’s snowy grip, as Big…

    • Mountain Biking by: admin

      January 27, 2009, 04:15

      Mountain Biking is a growing sport in the San Bernardino Mountains. Riding is permitted on many public roads and trails. Riding is not permitted on the…

  • Outdoors  (57)
    • Snow Blowers Retiring For the Season by: admin

      April 20, 2012, 13:14

      After a really great season, Snow Summit puts the snow blowers to rest.

    • Plunge into Big Bear Lake by: BigBear

      February 1, 2012, 17:02

      Big Bear Lake’s water gets rather frigid in the wintertime with lake temperatures dipping into the low 30s, sometimes into the 20s. So why would anyone…

    • STAGE 6 FINISH -- BIG BEAR LAKE  by: BigBear

      November 3, 2011, 05:38

      Today AEG, the official race presenter of the Amgen Tour of California, announced its 13 Host Cities for the 2012 Amgen Tour of California professional road…

    • Big Bear Lake Gets Tour of California by: BigBear

      November 3, 2011, 05:30

      After reviewing more than 100 submissions from cities throughout California hoping to be named official start or finish locations, AEG, presenter of the Amgen…

    • Explore Big Bear Lake by: BigBear

      October 27, 2011, 10:55

      Action Segway Tours introduces a new and environmentally friendly approach to explore Big Bear Lake by means of electric two-wheeled Segway Personal…

    • Big Bear Lake Communities by: Yomama

      September 15, 2011, 05:22

      Three delightful mountain communities are located near the shores of Big Bear Lake, and they serve as “home base” for the many different kinds of activities…

    • Hiking - Wilderness Day Hike, Fish Creek by: admin

      September 10, 2011, 04:07

      A good mid-level trail is Fish Creek Trail, used as a trailhead for San Gorgonio Peak Hikers.

    • Big Bear CA – Migratory Songbirds by: BigBear

      September 6, 2011, 10:09

      Migrating songbirds stop in Big Bear CA. They rest in our trees, meadows, and stream banks. Some stay to nest and spend the summer, while others continue…

    • Big Bear Lake CA FUN by: BigBear

      August 18, 2011, 13:16

      The numerous marinas around Big Bear Lake, CA rent fishing boats, pontoon boats, pedal boats, kayaks and canoes. Most everything your family needs for a day of…

    • Big Bear Locals on a Quest by: Yomama

      May 19, 2011, 12:47

      SEVEN WAYS TO REACH NEW HEIGHTS Conquer the Seven Highest Peaks of Big Bear BIG BEAR LAKE, Calif./ May 19, 2011 – This summer local hiking…

    • Big Bear CA Things To Do This Weekend by: admin

      January 28, 2011, 10:09

      Inner Tube Hills At Alpine Slide & Big Bear Snow Play Come play in the snow at the Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain and Big Bear Snow Play! Al…

    • East Big Bear CA Pinon Nuts by: admin

      December 27, 2010, 10:09

      We gathered these nuts in the Baldwin Lake Area -East of Big Bear Lake We live in Baldwin Lake, east of Big Bear Lake. The area is surrounded with beautiful…

    • Snow Summit Opens Snowboarding and Skiing by: admin

      November 12, 2010, 09:20

      Big Bear Lake CA - Snow Summit (MAP) will open tomorrow, Saturday, November 13th. The have been laying a base of snow for several days. The temperatures…

    • Hike Sand Canyon by: admin

      July 12, 2010, 14:52

      A great hike, with potential for a view and/or TOTAL WORKOUT is easily available just a short drive from the Moonridge Golf Course. Head into Sand…

    • Big Bear Lake -Things To Do by: admin

      July 9, 2010, 11:04

      From the Big Bear Lake Chamber of Commerce (MAP): We have two zipline companies which can take you zipping through the trees, enjoying beautiful views…

    • Snowboarding Snow Summit by: admin

      December 20, 2009, 13:22

      The Resorts are enjoying a packed powder base of 18 to 36 inches, with all lifts and all runs open. Mid-day temperatures are hovering around 45 degrees,…

    • Snow Storm Photos by: admin

      December 8, 2009, 16:54

      At 2:00 PM on Monday the storm was intensifying.  Our low temperature was 12 degrees. Leaving us with crisp blue skies.

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      December 8, 2009, 14:47

      Big Bear added to it's snow totals today with another 14 inches of powder accumulating on the Mountain. Big Bear Resorts (Bear Mountain and Snow Summit) have a…

    • Big Bear Snow Conditions by: admin

      November 2, 2009, 09:57

      Yes, we have snow conditions in Big Bear CA! Well...atleast on the mountain. Bear Mountain blew a foot of snow in the lower elevations and two feet of snow at…

    • Big Bear's Parkumentary by: admin

      October 28, 2009, 18:52

      Big Bear Mountain Resorts is proud to announce that their 2009 movie release, Parkumentary will be available in a nine part series online through Bear…

    • Big Bear's Parkumentary by: admin

      October 28, 2009, 18:52

      Big Bear Mountain Resorts is proud to announce that their 2009 movie release, Parkumentary will be available in a nine part series online through Bear…

    • Big Bear Snow by: admin

      October 28, 2009, 15:44

        There's snow in Big Bear CA! The temperature dipped down to 15 degrees last night and the Resorts took advantage of it. Alpine Slide, Bear Mountain and…

    • Snow Bike Big Bear CA by: admin

      September 23, 2009, 12:07

      Xcorps Action Sports Show #3.)"SNOWBIKE"-seg.3- The face bending cutting edge action continues on this episode of The Xcorps called Snowbike- a new way to…

    • Deer at Jenks Lake CA by: admin

      September 23, 2009, 10:37

      We love to camp and hike in the San Bernardino Mountains. The mountains are a transversal range reaching heights of 11,400 feet. Mount San Gorgonio is the…

    • Things To Do, Big Bear Lake California by: admin

      September 22, 2009, 12:13

      September 26 & 27 Oktoberfest in Big Bear Lake 39th Annual Oktoberfest Location: The Big Bear Convention Center (MAP) Date: Saturday, 09/19/2009 Ti…

    • Big Bear by: admin

      September 16, 2009, 15:24

      California travel expert Veronica Hill tours Big Bear Lake in this episode of "California Travel Tips." This Big Bear video highlights Big Bear hotels such…

    • Sugarloaf in the Morning by: admin

      September 11, 2009, 09:27

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    • August Frosty Night by: admin

      August 8, 2009, 06:59

      I hope you brought your jackets and sweaters. The temperature plummeted during the night. Our neighbbor's roof at dawn was a little disconcerting to…

    • Cold night! by: admin

      August 7, 2009, 07:46

      Good morning from the COLD! Yes, this is August. Summer. Last night, the winds kept blowing and the temperatures plummeted. It became "jacket weather" as…

    • Big Bear Marathon by: admin

      August 5, 2009, 08:51

      Join De'Anna Nunez, professional Hypnotherapist, weight loss expert, and all around fitness enthusiast in her training for the Run the Bear Marathon. Learn her…

    • Downhill Mountain Biking by: admin

      June 24, 2009, 18:48

      This is a great video of downhill mountain biking at Snow Summit in Big Bear Lake, CA. Shows what the trails and the mountain views look like.

    • Ryan Hall Interview by: admin

      June 23, 2009, 12:58

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    • Run The Bear - Big Bear Lake Marathon by: admin

      June 18, 2009, 23:00

      Run the Big Bear Lake Marathon!

    • Pirate Ship on the Lake by: admin

      June 13, 2009, 03:22

       

    • Waterskiing by: admin

      June 12, 2009, 19:56

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    • Big Bear Marathon by: admin

      June 11, 2009, 02:52

      The Big Bear Marathon is Saturday, September 12, in Big Bear Lake, CA. The event will also include a half marathon, a 5k run, a one mile kids run plus a 26…

    • Big Bear Events by: admin

      June 4, 2009, 18:51

      Ride Around Big Bear Mountain -Bike riders will leave from Sylvan Park in Redlands, ride over to the 330, go up through Running Springs and Snow Valley and…

    • Big Bear City Lake Fawnskin by: admin

      May 29, 2009, 12:00

      Things To Do May 30 - 31 Fishing for K Trout Derby The Big Bear Lake Resort Association presents "Fishing for K" on May 30-31, 2009. Enter to catch a…

    • Fishing Report -Big Bear Marina by: admin

      May 14, 2009, 16:49

      Spring got passed over this week as summer time temperatures of 70 degrees warmed the valley and the lake. Trollers going down three plus colors, with…

    • Fishing by: admin

      April 1, 2009, 16:35

      Big Bear Lake will host a Fishn' for 50K trout derby on May 30 & 31. Catch a trout worth ,000. http://tinyurl.com/dyhsnf Trout Fishing

    • Boating by: admin

      April 1, 2009, 12:24

            The Big Bear Municipal Water District has opened the West Ramp on the north shore for public boat launch. The summer hours of operation are…

    • Big Bear by: admin

      March 18, 2009, 15:30

      This picture should say it all. The weather is near 60 degrees. The skies are clear blue and the air is crisp. Eventhough it's Spring, the Resorts still…

    • Big Bear Airport L35 by: admin

      March 17, 2009, 12:57

      Before heading to Big Bear by airplane, there are several unique issues to be aware of; density altitude in the summer, unique wind conditions and…

    • Hiking Holcomb Valley by: admin

      March 16, 2009, 15:57

      Saturday was beautiful. The temperatures were in the mid-fifties and the sky was a deep bright blue. We wanted to go out and take some pictures so we thought…

    • Big Bear Valley by: admin

      March 14, 2009, 11:02

      The weather this next week is expected to be sunny and clear. The snow conditions remain crisp in the mornings, but this may give way to “Spring…

    • Things To Do by: admin

      February 26, 2009, 13:42

      Spring feels like it is getting closer. The mountains are still covered in snow and the Resorts are full of boarders and skiers. But the daytime temperatures…

    • It's the Weekend by: admin

      February 20, 2009, 08:12

        If you are coming to Big Bear this weekend, check your route before heading up. Highway 18 is closed from Running Springs to the Big Bear Dam.…

    • It's the Weekend by: admin

      February 20, 2009, 08:12

        If you are coming to Big Bear this weekend, check your route before heading up. Highway 18 is closed from Running Springs to the Big Bear Dam.…

    • Big Bear Vacations by: admin

      February 19, 2009, 07:35

      Big Bear Lake Tour The four seasons of Big Bear are sharply defined. Springtime in the Valley brings a dramatic respite from winter’s snowy grip, as Big…

    • Recession Intervention by: admin

      February 10, 2009, 08:56

      Attention all snow lovers: Don't put off your love for snow sports this season – head to Big Bear Mountain Resorts for fun on the slopes – close to…

    • Hunting by: admin

      January 27, 2009, 05:29

      Hunting is permitted during open seasons. Popular game animals are mule deer, mountain and valley quail, and turkey. Band-tailed pigeons, cottontail rabbits,…

    • Mountain Biking by: admin

      January 27, 2009, 04:15

      Mountain Biking is a growing sport in the San Bernardino Mountains. Riding is permitted on many public roads and trails. Riding is not permitted on the…

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      January 21, 2009, 11:08

      Bear Mountain and Snow Summit have both maintained a deep two to four foot snow pack. They are 100% open and the slopes are machine groomed packed powder.…

    • Big Bear Lake Discovery Center by: admin

      January 15, 2009, 16:58

      The Big Bear Lake Discovery Center is a child and pet friendly environment. It was established 10 years ago for education and information by the San Bernardino…

    • Ski Big Bear by: admin

      January 15, 2009, 04:35

      Big Bear enjoys two Resorts, Bear Mountain and Snow Summit. Both Resorts have features and jibs for both snowboarders and skiers. Bear Mountain tends to…

    • Volcom Peanut Butter and Rail Jam by: admin

      January 10, 2009, 15:31

      Bear Mountain plays host tomorrow to Volcom's international Peanit Butter and Rail Jam. This is a free amateur snowboard series.  Online Registration PBRJ…

    • Snow Conditions and Things To Do by: admin

      January 10, 2009, 10:48

      It's 11:00 AM on Saturday. Temperatures are in the 50's  (Mountain Temperatures), it looks like most off the snow-making equipment has been turned off. If…

  • Pacific Crest Trail  (1)
    • Pacific Crest Trail by: admin

      March 19, 2009, 11:49

      We took a short hike over to the Pacific Crest Trail this morning.  The weather is sunny but overcast. The above photo was taken looking at the east end of…

  • Restaurants  (7)
    • Beer in Big Bear by: admin

      September 6, 2011, 12:41

        Big Bear Mountain Brewery Did you know Big Bear has it's own brewery? Located just west of the Village MAP), this small brewery provides great…

    • Restaurants for Thanksgiving in Big Bear CA by: admin

      November 23, 2010, 18:15

      Jasper’s Smokehouse and Steaks 607 Pine Knot Ave. 909.866.2434 Serving a turkey dinner : 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Nottingham’s Restaurant 40797…

    • Big Bear Lake -Things To Do by: admin

      July 9, 2010, 11:04

      From the Big Bear Lake Chamber of Commerce (MAP): We have two zipline companies which can take you zipping through the trees, enjoying beautiful views…

    • Masonic Breakfast by: admin

      October 16, 2009, 11:31

       Masonic Lodge All-YOU-CAN-EAT "Big" Breakfast Big Bear Masonic Lodge No 617 announces that the 2009 "Big" Breakfast will be held on Saturday, October…

    • Sugar Pine Bakery by: admin

      September 25, 2009, 08:14

      Samples at Sugar Pine Bake Shop this morning - Bring your own Coffee after 10am :) -posted on Facebook by Trish Gordon, the owner of Sugar Pine Bake Shop.…

    • Big Bear by: admin

      September 16, 2009, 15:24

      California travel expert Veronica Hill tours Big Bear Lake in this episode of "California Travel Tips." This Big Bear video highlights Big Bear hotels such…

    • Big Bear Restaurants by: admin

      January 15, 2009, 03:57

      Big Bear has lots of restaurants priced to fit any type of budget. From Burger King and Dominos to Stillwell’s and North Shore Café in Fawnskin, you’ll…

  • Road Conditions  (61)
    • Road Conditions by: BigBear

      December 13, 2011, 11:25

      Caltrans has kept us at R2 road conditions. Four wheel drive vehicles are not required to chain-up.

    • Big Bear Road Conditions by: Yomama

      September 23, 2011, 12:15

      State Highway 38 to big Bear Lake will remain closed through the weekend.

    • Road Conditions Alert by: Yomama

      September 20, 2011, 10:39

      A fuel tanker overturned on SR 38 last night at approximately 10:00 p.m. As a result almost 9,000 gallons of fuel was spilled on the roadway and in a turnout…

    • Big Bear Road Conditions Improve by: Yomama

      June 17, 2011, 19:18

      Highway 330 (Hwy. 330) the most popular route to Big Bear, is now OPEN to all traffic in both directions. Hwy. 330 opened at 4 p.m. today and will remain…

    • Big Bear Lake - HWY 330 Reopening by: Yomama

      June 15, 2011, 16:14

      Assemblyman Paul Cook (R-Yucca Valley) and Caltrans are pleased to announce that SR-330 will open permanently following a ceremony on Friday, June 17 to…

    • HWY 330 Conditions by: Yomama

      May 2, 2011, 18:25

      San Bernardino  - Caltrans, Skanska, and SEMA Construction continue to make excellent progress restoring State Route 330 through emergency repair contracts…

    • Road Conditions Video Big Bear CA by: admin

      February 10, 2011, 07:07

      Caltrans is in the midst of road repair for State Highway 330. Completion estimates range from one to two years. The video below shows the condition of…

    • Big Bear CA Mountain Roads by: admin

      February 1, 2011, 06:01

      Exploits of the Automobile As incredible as it sounds today, one of the big battles in San Bernardino from 1908-1912 involved the question of whether…

    • Big Bear Lake Road Conditions R2 by: admin

      January 30, 2011, 17:31

      SHOWERS WILL CONTINUE INTO THE EVENING AND A FEW SHOWERS WILL BE HEAVY FOR A BRIEF TIME. SNOW WILL BEGIN TO ACCUMULATE ABOVE 5000 FEET ELEVATION AND ROADS…

    • Conditions in the Southern California Mountains by: admin

      January 21, 2011, 12:40

      A Big Bear CA Weekend Expect great conditions in Big Bear City and Big Bear Lake CA this weekend. Spring-like temperatures have given way to amazing…

    • Road Conditions HWY 18 by: admin

      January 19, 2011, 16:17

      SR-18 Narrows Debris Removal Work San Bernardino Mountains – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) Maintenance crews will begin work on…

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      January 19, 2011, 11:27

      Updated: It's 1:00 PM, Wed Jan 19th and HWY 38 has re-opened! Hwy 38 leading into Big Bear City and Big Bear Lake CA has been closed since 8:30 AM due to 2…

    • 2011 Big Bear Lake Road Conditions by: admin

      January 15, 2011, 10:11

      The recent storms have affected the local road conditions. State Highway 330 has been wiped out and many take a year of two to repair. State Highway…

    • Driving to Big Bear CA by: admin

      January 7, 2011, 11:12

      The storms in December have affected the highways leading into Big Bear Lake CA. Hwy 330 was washed out and may not reopen for some time. If you need to…

    • Big Bear CA Current Weather and Road Conditions for Travel by: admin

      January 1, 2011, 08:34

      Current conditions in both Big Bear Lake and Big Bear City CA are sunny, clear skies and 18 degrees at 8:00 AM on New Years Day. Temperatures are expected…

    • Big Bear CA Road and Weather Conditions by: admin

      December 28, 2010, 10:15

      State Highway 330 is completely CLOSED due to storm damage. State Highway 18: IS CLOSED TO TRACTOR-TRAILER SEMIS & BUSES ONLY FROM 2.2 MI NORTH OF…

    • Snow Storm Again by: admin

      April 22, 2010, 08:59

      Winds blew for a day and a half. Yesterday, the snow joined in. This morning, the roads are very slick and not melting fast. Here are a few shots from…

    • Snow Forecast for Southern California Mountain Resorts by: admin

      February 10, 2010, 06:06

      Big Bear Lake CA; A winter advisory remains in effect until 10:00 AM this morning. Winds may gust to 35 mph. Our overnight snowfall was eight inches and…

    • Snow Removal -Big Bear Lake by: admin

      January 29, 2010, 09:11

        North Shore Elementary School Our local radio station announce that Big Bear Lake received 57 inches of snow over the last week. Snow removal crews have…

    • Big Bear Lake by: admin

      January 26, 2010, 13:18

      Emergency Workers -Big Bear Lake  This picture was just sent to us from a friend's cell phone. Lower Moonridge is clear as is Moonridge Rd and Big Bear Blvd.…

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      January 26, 2010, 11:24

      Both Bear Mountain and Snow Summit are experiencing epic conditions. The last storm increase the snow base to 48-84 inches of machine groomed packed powder.…

    • HWY 18 Open by: admin

      January 25, 2010, 16:31

      Hwy. 330/18 (through Running Springs) and Hwy. 18 (through Lucerne Valley) just opened to the public. No big rig trucks or buses allowed at this time. R-2…

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      January 25, 2010, 14:28

      The latest road update is Caltrans and CHP will continue to allow trucks to travel up Hwy. 38 for fuel and food supplies deliveries. Inbound traffic to…

    • Road Conditions and Emergency Shelters by: admin

      January 25, 2010, 11:37

      Looking towards Big Bear Lake -Gold Mountain, Butler Peak and Snow Summit  Snow Summit open, Bear Mountain closed! Road restrictions were approved by…

    • Big Bear Lake Updates by: admin

      January 24, 2010, 09:16

      Big Bear Lake, Big Bear City, Fawnskin CA Fun in Big Bear Lake Road Conditions as of 9:00 AM, Sunday; Highway 38 closed Highway 18 closed at Arctic Circle,…

    • Big Bear Lake -Storm Updates by: admin

      January 23, 2010, 15:35

      Highway 18 (through Lucerne Valley) is now OPEN to all traffic. R-3 chain restrictions remain in effect, which means chains are required on all…

    • HWY 18 Road Conditions by: admin

      January 23, 2010, 15:08

      The Office of Emergency Services has ordered six CalFire Crews to Big Bear Lake and Big Bear City to help remove downed branches and debris. This will help…

    • Storm Photos by: admin

      January 22, 2010, 08:53

      Snow Accumulation Baldwin Lake -Big Bear CA There is sunshine in the east Big Bear Valley. The sun is poking through the clouds and we can finally see some of…

    • MOUNTAIN STORM WARNING by: admin

      January 18, 2010, 04:55

      The Govenor's Office issued an alert for the San Bernardino Mountains. A Pacific storm could bring several feet of snow to these southern California mountains.

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      December 22, 2009, 06:37

      HWY 330 -CHAINS ARE REQUIRED ON ALL VEHICLES EXCEPT 4-WHEEL-DRIVE VEHICLES WITH SNOW TIRES ON ALL 4 WHEELS FROM 2.5 MI EAST OF SAN BERNARDINO TO…

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      December 12, 2009, 04:16

      HIGHWAY 38- CHAINS ARE REQUIRED ON ALL VEHICLES EXCEPT 4-WHEEL-DRIVE VEHICLES WITH SNOW TIRES ON ALL 4 WHEELS FROM 8.7 MI WEST OF ONYX SUMMIT TO 4 MI WEST…

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      September 29, 2009, 07:46

      Tuesday, September 29, 2009 SR 18      1-WAY CONTROLLED TRAFFIC AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS FROM 2 MI SOUTH TO 8.7 MI NORTH OF THE BIG BEAR DAM, FROM 0800…

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      September 23, 2009, 14:16

      Caltrans continues blasting operations at the Big Bear Bridge Project.

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      September 22, 2009, 10:08

      Caltrans is expected to continue their road improvements through the month of September. They are focusing on Highway 18 in Big Bear City. Work is scheduled…

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      September 15, 2009, 17:17

      Wednesday, September 16   Big Bear Bridge ( SR-18) Full Closure (when blasting occurs). Between 1:00pm and 3:00pm Construction will…

    • Big Bear Bridge Blasting Continues by: admin

      June 20, 2009, 01:48

      Big Bear Lake–the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Signs will be posted in advance. Please expect short delays during these time periods. Construction…

    • New Bridge Construction by Lake by: admin

      June 9, 2009, 01:24

        We drove across the Rim of the World today. I never tire of the drive and don't feel like its a business trip. We left in the morning and the…

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      March 23, 2009, 08:42

      Latest from Snow Summit: 3 inches of new snow yesterday, blue skies today! Packed powder, excellent coverage. Roads open, chains on Hwy. 330.

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      March 22, 2009, 11:59

      CHAINS ARE REQUIRED ON ALL VEHICLES EXCEPT 4-WHEEL-DRIVE VEHICLES WITH SNOW TIRES ON ALL 4 WHEELS FROM 3 MI EAST OF THE JCT OF SR 173 TO SUMMIT BLVD IN BIG…

    • Hiking Holcomb Valley by: admin

      March 16, 2009, 15:57

      Saturday was beautiful. The temperatures were in the mid-fifties and the sky was a deep bright blue. We wanted to go out and take some pictures so we thought…

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      March 3, 2009, 09:04

      All roads leading into and through the Valley are open with no restrictions. If you are traveling through the west side of Fawnskin, you will encounter…

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      February 20, 2009, 14:53

      Highway 18 re-opened at noon today. State and local crews worked hard to remove piles of snow and managed to open the road early. All roads leading into Big…

    • It's the Weekend by: admin

      February 20, 2009, 08:12

        If you are coming to Big Bear this weekend, check your route before heading up. Highway 18 is closed from Running Springs to the Big Bear Dam.…

    • It's the Weekend by: admin

      February 20, 2009, 08:12

        If you are coming to Big Bear this weekend, check your route before heading up. Highway 18 is closed from Running Springs to the Big Bear Dam.…

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      February 19, 2009, 16:09

      Highway 18 expected to re-open late Friday. Caltrans and local teams have worked around the clock to remove the snow that avalanched across highway 18. Until…

    • Winter Driving by: admin

      February 17, 2009, 07:58

      Road Conditions are R2 this morning. Audi S6 in Winter Driving School.

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      February 16, 2009, 14:49

      Highway 18 is closed from the Big Bear Dam to Snow Valley. Parts of Artic Circle (HWY 18) have avalanched due to heavy precipitation. Chain restrictions are…

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      February 11, 2009, 11:42

      The warm temperatures have helped clear some of the roads. Most of the roads coming into the Big Bear Valley are under R2 conditions. Hwy 18 is closed from…

    • Bedtime Update - Roads Closed by: admin

      February 9, 2009, 22:17

      It is just after 10pm. The road conditions are R-3! Even WITH 4 Wheel Drive, you need chains ON the tires. It is REALLY COLD! Stay home. Let Caltrans…

    • Winter Weather Advisory by: admin

      February 9, 2009, 13:33

      ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM PST THIS EVENING... Much of Big Bear Valley is experiencing winter white-out conditions. Highway 18 and…

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      February 9, 2009, 06:11

      Bear Mountain and Snow Summit have blown snow and received over a half foot of fresh powder last night! It's snowing hard this morning and some places in the…

    • roadconditions by: admin

      February 8, 2009, 11:14

      From what we can see across the Valley, road conditions are variable. Temperatures range from a "warm" 36 degrees in Baldwin Lake, to 31 degrees at the base of…

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      February 6, 2009, 08:14

      The Big Bear area received 4 inches of fresh snow over night, adding to their 18 to 36 inch base of machine groomed hard pack. The temperature at the base of…

    • “Sunshine Route” to Bear Valley Well Under Way -September 2,1959 by: admin

      February 3, 2009, 10:47

      Known officially as Federal Highway 68, the new 26-ft. two lane highway which will join the upper Santa Ana river Canyon to the east end of Big Bear Valley is…

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      January 26, 2009, 16:52

      All roads leading into the Big Bear Valley are open, there are no restricitions. The temperature in the east valley is around 25 degrees at nearly 5:00 PM.…

    • Chains Required by: admin

      January 26, 2009, 08:29

      The Big Bear Valley received about six inches of snow last night. All roads are requiring chains: HIGHWAY 330 -CHAINS ARE REQUIRED ON ALL VEHICLES EXCEPT…

    • Tips for Driving in the Fog by: admin

      January 24, 2009, 02:10

      Because of limited visibility, driving in foggy conditions is considered to be more dangerous than driving in rain or snow. Fog is condensed water vapor that…

    • Winter Driving Tips by: admin

      January 22, 2009, 04:07

      Stay home and avoid driving in bad conditions if possible. Don’t drive if you are sleepy. Let someone know your travel plans and itinerary. Make…

    • Mountain Road Conditions, Wed, Jan 21, 2009 by: admin

      January 21, 2009, 10:38

      SR 18- 1-WAY CONTROLLED TRAFFIC AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS FROM BIG BEAR DAM TO 1.4 MI EAST OF BIG BEAR DAM FROM 0830 HRS TO 1600 HRS ON WEDNESDAY,  1/21/09 - DUE…

    • All Roads Open by: admin

      January 13, 2009, 12:40

      The detour on State Highway 18 has been lifted. All Roads leading into Big Bear are open, there are no restrictions.

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      January 6, 2009, 12:25

      County and City are continuing to clear up the roads. You may experience some delays. There are no chain restrictions and the roads are clear.

  • San Bernardino Mountains  (155)
    • Road Conditions by: BigBear

      December 13, 2011, 11:25

      Caltrans has kept us at R2 road conditions. Four wheel drive vehicles are not required to chain-up.

    • Hiking - Wilderness Day Hike, Fish Creek by: admin

      September 10, 2011, 04:07

      A good mid-level trail is Fish Creek Trail, used as a trailhead for San Gorgonio Peak Hikers.

    • Big Bear CA – Migratory Songbirds by: BigBear

      September 6, 2011, 10:09

      Migrating songbirds stop in Big Bear CA. They rest in our trees, meadows, and stream banks. Some stay to nest and spend the summer, while others continue…

    • Big Bear CA - Cultural Heritage by: BigBear

      September 2, 2011, 08:48

      The San Bernardino National Forest is composed of four mountain ranges: the San Bernardino Mountains, the San Jacinto Mountains, the Santa Rosa Mountains, and…

    • Big Bear Heritage Parade Wants You! by: Yomama

      July 12, 2011, 12:27

      From the Halls of Montezuma to the shores of Big Bear Lake, the Old Miners’ Association wants you. That’s the clarion call to arms by the Old…

    • Big Bear Road Conditions Improve by: Yomama

      June 17, 2011, 19:18

      Highway 330 (Hwy. 330) the most popular route to Big Bear, is now OPEN to all traffic in both directions. Hwy. 330 opened at 4 p.m. today and will remain…

    • Big Bear Locals on a Quest by: Yomama

      May 19, 2011, 12:47

      SEVEN WAYS TO REACH NEW HEIGHTS Conquer the Seven Highest Peaks of Big Bear BIG BEAR LAKE, Calif./ May 19, 2011 – This summer local hiking…

    • Mountain Hiking by: Yomama

      May 9, 2011, 17:53

      We wanted to see what the conditions were in the back country. The Santa Ana River seemed to be full of melted snow water. With warm Spring temperatures on…

    • Fire Incident, San Bernardino Mountains by: Yomama

      May 9, 2011, 13:02

        Here's the Latest Fire Update (1:00 PM) The Momyer and Vivian Creek Trails are closed until further notice due to an active fire in the San…

    • HWY 330 Conditions by: Yomama

      May 2, 2011, 18:25

      San Bernardino  - Caltrans, Skanska, and SEMA Construction continue to make excellent progress restoring State Route 330 through emergency repair contracts…

    • Road Conditions Video Big Bear CA by: admin

      February 10, 2011, 07:07

      Caltrans is in the midst of road repair for State Highway 330. Completion estimates range from one to two years. The video below shows the condition of…

    • Early Mountain History by: admin

      February 7, 2011, 14:19

      Early History of the Valley and Mountains The picturesque history and background of the “Rim of the World” area makes one of the most fascinating…

    • Lake Arrowhead Area by: admin

      February 6, 2011, 09:39

      Blue Jay Mr. Stoney L. DeMent founded the Blue Jay Resort in 1934 on the old Wixom ranch and homestead site. Mr. And Mrs. DeMent purchased this…

    • Mountain Conditions Big Bear Roads, Part 2 by: admin

      February 3, 2011, 10:04

      Well, the driver hand-fired her up to 1000 pounds of steam, and we hung on as we hit the crossing at 30 miles per hour with a half-block run at it. The…

    • Big Bear CA Mountain Roads by: admin

      February 1, 2011, 06:01

      Exploits of the Automobile As incredible as it sounds today, one of the big battles in San Bernardino from 1908-1912 involved the question of whether…

    • Mountain Resorts by: admin

      January 26, 2011, 15:24

      A Mountain Vacation has complete enjoyment! The scenic pine covered ranges of Southern California mountains provide a glorious playground with an…

    • Road Conditions HWY 18 by: admin

      January 19, 2011, 16:17

      SR-18 Narrows Debris Removal Work San Bernardino Mountains – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) Maintenance crews will begin work on…

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      January 19, 2011, 11:27

      Updated: It's 1:00 PM, Wed Jan 19th and HWY 38 has re-opened! Hwy 38 leading into Big Bear City and Big Bear Lake CA has been closed since 8:30 AM due to 2…

    • 2011 Big Bear Lake Road Conditions by: admin

      January 15, 2011, 10:11

      The recent storms have affected the local road conditions. State Highway 330 has been wiped out and many take a year of two to repair. State Highway…

    • Driving to Big Bear CA by: admin

      January 7, 2011, 11:12

      The storms in December have affected the highways leading into Big Bear Lake CA. Hwy 330 was washed out and may not reopen for some time. If you need to…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 4, 2011, 11:57

      Big Horse Meadows When we three boys hiked in over mountain home (Glen Martin) to the Santa Ana, there was a single cabin on the flat at the top of the…

    • Big Bear CA Current Weather and Road Conditions for Travel by: admin

      January 1, 2011, 08:34

      Current conditions in both Big Bear Lake and Big Bear City CA are sunny, clear skies and 18 degrees at 8:00 AM on New Years Day. Temperatures are expected…

    • Big Bear CA Road and Weather Conditions by: admin

      December 28, 2010, 10:15

      State Highway 330 is completely CLOSED due to storm damage. State Highway 18: IS CLOSED TO TRACTOR-TRAILER SEMIS & BUSES ONLY FROM 2.2 MI NORTH OF…

    • Legend of the Arrowhead by: admin

      December 25, 2010, 08:27

      Residents of both the San Bernardino Mountains and the city of San Bernardino California are familar with the Arrowhead on the south facing side of the…

    • Oktoberfest by: admin

      September 13, 2010, 10:57

      Okotberfest is a few days away! We have coupons for free admission on Sunday for our friends. Click here, print and come a visit the Big Bear Lake…

    • Big Bear Lake Community Rides by: admin

      April 29, 2010, 09:14

      Sponsored by the Big Bear Chamber of Commerce Do you have a bike in your garage that is covered with dust and cobwebs? If so, dust it off and come join the…

    • WORLD’S BEST CYCLING TEAMS FOR AMGEN TOUR OF CALIFORNIA’S MOST NOTABLE STAGE by: admin

      April 19, 2010, 14:11

        BIG BEAR LAKE, Calif. April 16, 2010 – One of the strongest and most talented fields ever assembled for a U.S. cycling race has been invited to the…

    • Amgen Tour of California -CYCLING FANS by: admin

      March 25, 2010, 11:40

      BIG BEAR LAKE, Calif. March 25, 2010 – Race fans of the 2010 Amgen Tour of California can now purchase official merchandise specifically designed for the…

    • Southern California Superpipe - Big Bear Lake by: admin

      February 11, 2010, 15:12

      Photo Courtesy of Bear Mountain Resort   (Big Bear Lake, CA - February 11, 2010) - Bear Mountain is offering a dose of the Olympic Spirit as they unveil…

    • Snow Forecast for Southern California Mountain Resorts by: admin

      February 10, 2010, 06:06

      Big Bear Lake CA; A winter advisory remains in effect until 10:00 AM this morning. Winds may gust to 35 mph. Our overnight snowfall was eight inches and…

    • Old Miner's Days -Big Bear Lake by: admin

      January 30, 2010, 16:03

      Old Miner's Days has been a long tradition in Big Bear Lake. We went into our collection of Big Bear Lake ephemera and found these advertisements that were…

    • Old Miner's Days -Big Bear Lake by: admin

      January 30, 2010, 16:03

      Old Miner's Days has been a long tradition in Big Bear Lake. We went into our collection of Big Bear Lake ephemera and found these advertisements that were…

    • Snow Removal -Big Bear Lake by: admin

      January 29, 2010, 09:11

        North Shore Elementary School Our local radio station announce that Big Bear Lake received 57 inches of snow over the last week. Snow removal crews have…

    • Big Bear Lake Concert by: admin

      January 29, 2010, 08:26

      Big Bear Lake Concert Simply Voices - The Art of Choral Singing Start Time: Friday, February 12, 2010 at 7:30pm End Time: Saturday, February 13, 2010 at…

    • Storm Preparedness by: admin

      January 27, 2010, 12:07

      Checklist Remember 9-1-1 May Save Someone's Life Food Supplies: Is your home well stocked with supplies for seven days? If not, you are not prepared to…

    • Big Bear Lake by: admin

      January 26, 2010, 13:18

      Emergency Workers -Big Bear Lake  This picture was just sent to us from a friend's cell phone. Lower Moonridge is clear as is Moonridge Rd and Big Bear Blvd.…

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      January 26, 2010, 11:24

      Both Bear Mountain and Snow Summit are experiencing epic conditions. The last storm increase the snow base to 48-84 inches of machine groomed packed powder.…

    • HWY 18 Open by: admin

      January 25, 2010, 16:31

      Hwy. 330/18 (through Running Springs) and Hwy. 18 (through Lucerne Valley) just opened to the public. No big rig trucks or buses allowed at this time. R-2…

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      January 25, 2010, 14:28

      The latest road update is Caltrans and CHP will continue to allow trucks to travel up Hwy. 38 for fuel and food supplies deliveries. Inbound traffic to…

    • Road Conditions and Emergency Shelters by: admin

      January 25, 2010, 11:37

      Looking towards Big Bear Lake -Gold Mountain, Butler Peak and Snow Summit  Snow Summit open, Bear Mountain closed! Road restrictions were approved by…

    • Big Bear Lake Updates by: admin

      January 24, 2010, 09:16

      Big Bear Lake, Big Bear City, Fawnskin CA Fun in Big Bear Lake Road Conditions as of 9:00 AM, Sunday; Highway 38 closed Highway 18 closed at Arctic Circle,…

    • Big Bear Lake -Storm Updates by: admin

      January 23, 2010, 15:35

      Highway 18 (through Lucerne Valley) is now OPEN to all traffic. R-3 chain restrictions remain in effect, which means chains are required on all…

    • HWY 18 Road Conditions by: admin

      January 23, 2010, 15:08

      The Office of Emergency Services has ordered six CalFire Crews to Big Bear Lake and Big Bear City to help remove downed branches and debris. This will help…

    • Snow Storm Big Bear Lake by: admin

      January 22, 2010, 14:01

      The San Bernardino Mountains, including Big Bear Lake, received an amazing amount of snow this week. We used a Nikon Coolpix to make this homemade video of…

    • Storm Photos by: admin

      January 22, 2010, 08:53

      Snow Accumulation Baldwin Lake -Big Bear CA There is sunshine in the east Big Bear Valley. The sun is poking through the clouds and we can finally see some of…

    • Winter Storm Warning by: admin

      January 20, 2010, 08:55

      View of Big Bear Valley ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO MIDNIGHT PST THURSDAY NIGHT ABOVE 6500 FEET... THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN…

    • MOUNTAIN STORM WARNING by: admin

      January 18, 2010, 04:55

      The Govenor's Office issued an alert for the San Bernardino Mountains. A Pacific storm could bring several feet of snow to these southern California mountains.

    • SNOW BIKE RETURNS by: admin

      January 15, 2010, 14:23

      Xcorps #46.) SNOWBIKE-2 seg3-HD- This winter X show features team XC returning to the So Cal mountains riding mini foot snowboards at Mountain High and…

    • Events in Big Bear CA by: admin

      January 15, 2010, 11:45

      Events Burton Demo Tour at Bear Mountain January 16, 2010 Have the chance to ride Burton boards, boots and bindings at the largest product demo in the…

    • WEATHER WX Big Bear Lake by: admin

      January 15, 2010, 09:40

      SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE SAN DIEGO CA JAN 14 2010 ...BIG CHANGES IN THE WEATHER NEXT WEEK... MAJOR CHANGES ARE EXPECTED IN THE…

    • Holidays in Big Bear Lake by: admin

      December 22, 2009, 08:45

      Things to do around the Big Bear Valley Snowshoe Tours at The Discovery Center December 26, & 27, 2009 - 9:00am Come celebrate our winter…

    • Fresh Snow by: admin

      December 22, 2009, 06:52

       The Resorts pick up a fresh coat snow last night. Snow is continuing to fall, but not much more is expected. The conditions are perfect for a day on the…

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      December 22, 2009, 06:37

      HWY 330 -CHAINS ARE REQUIRED ON ALL VEHICLES EXCEPT 4-WHEEL-DRIVE VEHICLES WITH SNOW TIRES ON ALL 4 WHEELS FROM 2.5 MI EAST OF SAN BERNARDINO TO…

    • Snowboarding Snow Summit by: admin

      December 20, 2009, 13:22

      The Resorts are enjoying a packed powder base of 18 to 36 inches, with all lifts and all runs open. Mid-day temperatures are hovering around 45 degrees,…

    • Peter Pan Woodland Club by: admin

      December 16, 2009, 09:04

      This is a copy of the rules and regulations of the Peter Pan Woodland Club from 1931. The Club was a world class resort built by Guy Maltby. Located in Big…

    • Snow Report by: admin

      December 15, 2009, 08:56

      Big Bear Lake is having a beautiful crisp morning with sunny skies and frost everywhere. If you love winter sports, this is the week to get up here.…

    • WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY by: admin

      December 12, 2009, 11:11

      ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY FOR THE SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY MOUNTAINS... THIS AFTERNOON THROUGH SUNDAY MORNING A STRONG STORM WILL ARRIVE IN SOUTHERN…

    • Big Bear Mountain Resorts by: admin

      December 12, 2009, 05:40

      This week's storm blanketed Bear Mountain and Snow Summit with 14 inches of fresh powder! Snow Summit and Bear Mountain have a total of more than 15…

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      December 12, 2009, 04:16

      HIGHWAY 38- CHAINS ARE REQUIRED ON ALL VEHICLES EXCEPT 4-WHEEL-DRIVE VEHICLES WITH SNOW TIRES ON ALL 4 WHEELS FROM 8.7 MI WEST OF ONYX SUMMIT TO 4 MI WEST…

    • Weather WX by: admin

      December 11, 2009, 07:40

      ...WET WEATHER MOVING BACK INTO SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA THIS WEEKEND... A STRING OF DISTURBANCES OVER THE EAST PACIFIC WILL BE MOVING THROUGH SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA…

    • Weather Conditions WX by: admin

      December 10, 2009, 12:35

      Thursday Night...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain and snow. Patchy dense fog. Visibility one quarter mile or less at times. Lows 23 to 32 above 6000 feet…

    • Snow Storm Photos by: admin

      December 8, 2009, 16:54

      At 2:00 PM on Monday the storm was intensifying.  Our low temperature was 12 degrees. Leaving us with crisp blue skies.

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      December 8, 2009, 14:47

      Big Bear added to it's snow totals today with another 14 inches of powder accumulating on the Mountain. Big Bear Resorts (Bear Mountain and Snow Summit) have a…

    • Christmas Holiday Calendar 2009 by: admin

      November 17, 2009, 13:45

      Christmas Tree Lighting 2008  Santa’s Grand Arrival and Tree Lighting Festivities begin at approx. 4:30pm  After a long flight from the North Pole,…

    • Amgen Tour of California 2010 by: admin

      November 12, 2009, 10:54

      Most of you know that Big Bear  CA has been confirmed as the final leg of the Amgen Tour of California 2010. Stage six, the final leg, will begin in…

    • Big Bear Snow Conditions by: admin

      November 2, 2009, 09:57

      Yes, we have snow conditions in Big Bear CA! Well...atleast on the mountain. Bear Mountain blew a foot of snow in the lower elevations and two feet of snow at…

    • Oktoberfest by: admin

      October 29, 2009, 12:07

      The Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest celebrates the final day of the 39th annual Oktoberfest with a special German Spooktacular." Children 12 and under dressed…

    • Big Bear Snow Play by: admin

      October 29, 2009, 10:41

      Alpine Magic Mountain has been blowing snow and looks like they will be open for snow tubing this weekend. Both Resorts (Bear Mountain and Snow…

    • Big Bear Lake by: admin

      October 16, 2009, 11:11

      Things To Do in Big Bear CA October 16 - 18 1.  39th Annual Oktoberfest October 17 & 18, 2009 The Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest runs for seven…

    • Mountain Wolves by: admin

      October 16, 2009, 10:48

      Nine wolf pups were born on April 9, 2009 at the Moonridge Animal Park in Big Bear Lake, CA. They are now five months old and all are doing extremely…

    • Weather WX by: admin

      October 13, 2009, 09:53

      Mountain Weather, Tuesday, October 13, 2009 Today: A 40 percent chance of rain. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 53. Southwest wind around 15 mph, with gusts…

    • Starbucks by: admin

      September 29, 2009, 14:39

      Big Bear Lake attracts a lot of tour buses. A couple of weeks ago a bus came into Starbucks with a group of Asian tourists.  My local barista told me about…

    • Weather by: admin

      September 29, 2009, 07:54

      Wind Advisory - San Bernardino County Mountains (California)   A LOW PRESSURE SYSTEM WILL MOVE THROUGH CALIFORNIA TODAY AND WEDNESDAY. THIS WILL PRODUCE…

    • Zip Line the Bear by: admin

      September 29, 2009, 05:58

      "Me, my brother, and sister having some fun on ziplines in big bear. Lots of fun. I recommend trying it if you head up there. It's called "Flying Bear…

    • San Bernardino National Forest by: admin

      September 25, 2009, 11:24

      National Public Lands Day, September 26, 2009 Saturday & Sunday, September 19 & 20: Kids on Public Lands. 9am-4pm. The Big Bear Discovery Center…

    • Sugar Pine Bakery by: admin

      September 25, 2009, 08:14

      Samples at Sugar Pine Bake Shop this morning - Bring your own Coffee after 10am :) -posted on Facebook by Trish Gordon, the owner of Sugar Pine Bake Shop.…

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      September 23, 2009, 14:16

      Caltrans continues blasting operations at the Big Bear Bridge Project.

    • Snow Bike Big Bear CA by: admin

      September 23, 2009, 12:07

      Xcorps Action Sports Show #3.)"SNOWBIKE"-seg.3- The face bending cutting edge action continues on this episode of The Xcorps called Snowbike- a new way to…

    • Deer at Jenks Lake CA by: admin

      September 23, 2009, 10:37

      We love to camp and hike in the San Bernardino Mountains. The mountains are a transversal range reaching heights of 11,400 feet. Mount San Gorgonio is the…

    • Things To Do, Big Bear Lake California by: admin

      September 22, 2009, 12:13

      September 26 & 27 Oktoberfest in Big Bear Lake 39th Annual Oktoberfest Location: The Big Bear Convention Center (MAP) Date: Saturday, 09/19/2009 Ti…

    • Oktoberfest Big Bear Lake by: admin

      September 22, 2009, 11:13

      This short video is of opening ceremonies at the Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest, Saturday September 19, 2009. Oktoberfest contines through the last Saturday in…

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      September 22, 2009, 10:08

      Caltrans is expected to continue their road improvements through the month of September. They are focusing on Highway 18 in Big Bear City. Work is scheduled…

    • Run for Freedom by: admin

      September 17, 2009, 14:09

      3rd Annual 1st Lt. Jared M. Landaker Memorial Run for Freedom Big Bear Lake, CA Saturday, 09-26-09 Snow Summit, 880 Summit Blvd, Big Bear Lake (MAP) Event…

    • Big Bear by: admin

      September 16, 2009, 15:24

      California travel expert Veronica Hill tours Big Bear Lake in this episode of "California Travel Tips." This Big Bear video highlights Big Bear hotels such…

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      September 15, 2009, 17:17

      Wednesday, September 16   Big Bear Bridge ( SR-18) Full Closure (when blasting occurs). Between 1:00pm and 3:00pm Construction will…

    • Hot Dawgz and Hand Rails by: admin

      September 15, 2009, 13:26

      The event will be this Saturday at Bear Mountain. Need a Map? More about Big Bear.

    • Okotberfest Big Bear by: admin

      September 15, 2009, 11:02

      The weekend of September 19 & 20 is the beginning of the 39th Annual Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest. The event continues every weekend through the end of…

    • Big Bear Lake Marathon Race Results by: admin

      September 12, 2009, 13:24

      Full Marathon - Men 1. Tony Torres 2. Kevin McSweeney 3. Greg Garman Full Marathon - Women 1. Mary Paulsen 2. Kate Bertko 3. Juliet Morgan Results…

    • Big Bear Lake Marathon by: admin

      September 12, 2009, 10:44

      We put together this one minute clip of the start of the Big Bear Lake Marathon this morning!

    • Things To Do September 11-13 by: admin

      September 11, 2009, 11:25

          "Run The Bear" Big Bear Lake Marathon Location: Starts and Finishes at Pine Knot Landing in the Village Date: Friday, 09/11/2009 Time…

    • Sugarloaf in the Morning by: admin

      September 11, 2009, 09:27

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    • Big Bear Air Show by: admin

      September 10, 2009, 18:13

      THE BEST PART OF THIS EVENT IS MEETING THE MEN WHO ARE CONNECTED TO THE AIRCRAFT AND OUR HISTORY. 

    • Big Bear Mountain Biking by: admin

      September 10, 2009, 16:36

      Team Blue Competition. 24 Hours of Big Bear. Andy rode the last lap of the race and brought home the win for the team. It was a crazy last lap, he went out…

    • First Mountain Bank by: admin

      September 3, 2009, 15:02

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    • Big Bear Lake Marathon by: admin

      September 3, 2009, 14:45

        Friday Nights in the Village Season Finale to Celebrate   Run the Bear, Big Bear Lake Marathon     On Friday September…

    • Labor Day Weekend, Big Bear Lake by: admin

      September 3, 2009, 13:41

      Top 10 Things to Do in Big Bear Lake This Weekend: 1. Fall Festival at The Convention Center Location: Big Bear Lake Convention Center Date: Saturday,…

    • Big Bear Marathon by: admin

      August 5, 2009, 08:51

      Join De'Anna Nunez, professional Hypnotherapist, weight loss expert, and all around fitness enthusiast in her training for the Run the Bear Marathon. Learn her…

    • Top 10 Thing to Do on 4th of July Weekend by: admin

      July 1, 2009, 13:57

      1. Fireworks on the Lake Come attend the biggest 4th of July fireworks display in Southern California. The fireworks are shot off from a barge on the…

    • Sky Chair Snow Summit by: admin

      June 28, 2009, 19:27

      Snow Summit runs the scenic Sky Chair daily during the summer (Big Bear Lake CA). A round trip ticket costs or, if you're a mountain biker, one way is .…

    • Pirates on Big Bear Lake by: admin

      June 27, 2009, 12:14

      Holloway's Marina bought the Time Bandit (from the movie) and had the pirate ship brought up here. This is a short video of it on the Lake.

    • Off Roading by: admin

      June 25, 2009, 16:23

      Big Bear, deep in the heart of the San Bernardino Mountains offers incredible opportunities for off road driving (4x4). From simple drive through Holcomb…

    • Mountain Up! by: admin

      June 25, 2009, 12:22

      Finale at Manhatten Beach 2008 Doo-Wah Riders Explode on the Discovery Center Amphitheater Stage July 3 The Doo-Wah Riders are celebrating 20 years of…

    • Big Bear Events by: admin

      June 24, 2009, 22:07

      June 26 - 28  Corvettes West Big Bear Bash 2009- Corvettes West's Big Bear Bash takes place from June 26th to June 28th. Public events include the People's…

    • Downhill Mountain Biking by: admin

      June 24, 2009, 18:48

      This is a great video of downhill mountain biking at Snow Summit in Big Bear Lake, CA. Shows what the trails and the mountain views look like.

    • Ryan Hall Interview by: admin

      June 23, 2009, 12:58

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    • Jazz Trax Video by: admin

      June 19, 2009, 15:21

      Jazz Trax will be presenting great music all weekend at the Big Bear Lake Discovery Center. Tonight at 8:00 PM, Satuday and Sunday at 4:00 PM.

    • July 4th Big Bear Events by: admin

      June 19, 2009, 00:06

      Big Bear Lake Independence Day Festival Big Bear Lake Independence Day Festival at The Big Bear Lake Convention Center on July 3-5. Featuring Live…

    • Run The Bear - Big Bear Lake Marathon by: admin

      June 18, 2009, 23:00

      Run the Big Bear Lake Marathon!

    • Discovery Center Supporters by: admin

      June 18, 2009, 20:48

        About Forest Aid: The United States Forest Service, the San Bernardino National Forest Association and TreePeople are partnering to plant over 32,000…

    • Big Bear Lake Discovery Center Fund Raiser by: admin

      June 18, 2009, 19:37

      The San Bernardino National Forest Association (SBNFA) and the Big Bear Discovery Center are pleased to announced its second annual fund raiser, Big Bear…

    • Events in Big Bear by: admin

      June 17, 2009, 18:30

      Events in Big Bear CA June 20 - 21, 2009 Big Bear Multi-Hull Regatta –Satuday June 20 and Sunday June 21, The Big Bear Multi-hull Regatta is set to take…

    • Pirate Ship on the Lake by: admin

      June 13, 2009, 03:22

       

    • Waterskiing by: admin

      June 12, 2009, 19:56

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    • Big Bear Marathon by: admin

      June 11, 2009, 02:52

      The Big Bear Marathon is Saturday, September 12, in Big Bear Lake, CA. The event will also include a half marathon, a 5k run, a one mile kids run plus a 26…

    • Events by: admin

      June 10, 2009, 23:06

      June 13 & 14 Discovery Center Summer Concert Series: The Long Run: A Tribute To The Eagles- The Long Run: A Musical Tribute to The Eagles. Held at the…

    • New Bridge Construction by Lake by: admin

      June 9, 2009, 01:24

        We drove across the Rim of the World today. I never tire of the drive and don't feel like its a business trip. We left in the morning and the…

    • Big Bear Events by: admin

      June 4, 2009, 18:51

      Ride Around Big Bear Mountain -Bike riders will leave from Sylvan Park in Redlands, ride over to the 330, go up through Running Springs and Snow Valley and…

    • Wooden Boats Big Bear Lake by: admin

      June 4, 2009, 18:38

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    • Big Bear City Lake Fawnskin by: admin

      May 29, 2009, 12:00

      Things To Do May 30 - 31 Fishing for K Trout Derby The Big Bear Lake Resort Association presents "Fishing for K" on May 30-31, 2009. Enter to catch a…

    • RICK SHOUP NAMED CEO OF BIG BEAR LAKE RESORT ASSOCIATION by: admin

      May 15, 2009, 21:01

      BIG BEAR LAKE, Calif./ May 15, 2009 – Joyce Reed, President of the Big Bear Lake Resort Association, announced today the appointment of Rick Shoup as the…

    • Fishing Report -Big Bear Marina by: admin

      May 14, 2009, 16:49

      Spring got passed over this week as summer time temperatures of 70 degrees warmed the valley and the lake. Trollers going down three plus colors, with…

    • Memorial Day Weekend HOME EXPO, ARTS & CRAFTS by: admin

      May 12, 2009, 03:38

      Big Bear Lake, CA --- The official kickoff to Big Bear’s summer season takes place Memorial Day weekend, May 23 - 25. The annual Spring Air Fair celebrates…

    • Memorial Day Weekend HOME EXPO, ARTS & CRAFTS by: admin

      May 12, 2009, 03:38

      Big Bear Lake, CA --- The official kickoff to Big Bear’s summer season takes place Memorial Day weekend, May 23 - 25. The annual Spring Air Fair celebrates…

    • Weather-WX by: admin

      April 10, 2009, 14:45

      WIDELY SCATTERED SHOWERS AND ISOLATED THUNDERSTORMS WITH SNOW ABOVE 6500 FT WILL CONTINUE OVER THE SAN BERNARDINO MOUNTAINS THROUGH 3 PM. MAINLY LIGHT RAIN OR…

    • Snowing in Big Bear by: admin

      April 8, 2009, 16:15

      The west valley is clouded over and precipitation appears immanent. A special weather statement has been issued predicting the possibility of snow above 5000…

    • Weather Alert by: admin

      April 8, 2009, 02:57

      A WEAK PACIFIC STORM SYSTEM WILL CONTINUE TO WEAKEN...AND WILL BRING SCATTERED LIGHT SHOWERS TO SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA THIS EVENING THROUGH WEDNESDAY. THE COASTAL…

    • Easter Weekend Update by: admin

      April 6, 2009, 14:14

      It’s 2:00 PM on a Monday afternoon in the mountains of Southern California. The current temperature is 57 degrees and the skies are sunny and bright blue.…

    • Fishing by: admin

      April 1, 2009, 16:35

      Big Bear Lake will host a Fishn' for 50K trout derby on May 30 & 31. Catch a trout worth ,000. http://tinyurl.com/dyhsnf Trout Fishing

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      March 23, 2009, 08:42

      Latest from Snow Summit: 3 inches of new snow yesterday, blue skies today! Packed powder, excellent coverage. Roads open, chains on Hwy. 330.

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      March 22, 2009, 11:59

      CHAINS ARE REQUIRED ON ALL VEHICLES EXCEPT 4-WHEEL-DRIVE VEHICLES WITH SNOW TIRES ON ALL 4 WHEELS FROM 3 MI EAST OF THE JCT OF SR 173 TO SUMMIT BLVD IN BIG…

    • Pacific Crest Trail by: admin

      March 19, 2009, 11:49

      We took a short hike over to the Pacific Crest Trail this morning.  The weather is sunny but overcast. The above photo was taken looking at the east end of…

    • Fishing by: admin

      March 19, 2009, 08:07

      Big Bear Lake is one of the best lakes in Southern California for catching rainbow trout. The Department of Fish and Game keeps the lake well stocked and…

    • Big Bear by: admin

      March 18, 2009, 15:30

      This picture should say it all. The weather is near 60 degrees. The skies are clear blue and the air is crisp. Eventhough it's Spring, the Resorts still…

    • Big Bear Lake Fire Department by: admin

      March 18, 2009, 14:27

          The Big Bear Lake Fire Protection District was formed for fire suppression services in 1927. Since that time emergency medical services and…

    • Hiking Holcomb Valley by: admin

      March 16, 2009, 15:57

      Saturday was beautiful. The temperatures were in the mid-fifties and the sky was a deep bright blue. We wanted to go out and take some pictures so we thought…

    • Weather by: admin

      March 4, 2009, 16:02

      SCATTERED...MOSTLY LIGHT SHOWERS WILL CONTINUE THROUGH 5 PM. THE SHOWERS WERE MOVING TO THE EAST NORTHEAST AT ABOUT 20 MPH. RAINFALL AMOUNTS ARE EXPECTED TO…

    • Big Bear Today by: admin

      March 4, 2009, 09:28

      The Forest Service will be burning piles of wood today. They are doing a test burn this morning. If successful, they will begin over in the Angelus Oaks area,…

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      March 3, 2009, 09:04

      All roads leading into and through the Valley are open with no restrictions. If you are traveling through the west side of Fawnskin, you will encounter…

    • Things To Do by: admin

      February 26, 2009, 13:42

      Spring feels like it is getting closer. The mountains are still covered in snow and the Resorts are full of boarders and skiers. But the daytime temperatures…

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      February 20, 2009, 14:53

      Highway 18 re-opened at noon today. State and local crews worked hard to remove piles of snow and managed to open the road early. All roads leading into Big…

    • It's the Weekend by: admin

      February 20, 2009, 08:12

        If you are coming to Big Bear this weekend, check your route before heading up. Highway 18 is closed from Running Springs to the Big Bear Dam.…

    • It's the Weekend by: admin

      February 20, 2009, 08:12

        If you are coming to Big Bear this weekend, check your route before heading up. Highway 18 is closed from Running Springs to the Big Bear Dam.…

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      February 19, 2009, 16:09

      Highway 18 expected to re-open late Friday. Caltrans and local teams have worked around the clock to remove the snow that avalanched across highway 18. Until…

    • Big Bear Vacations by: admin

      February 19, 2009, 07:35

      Big Bear Lake Tour The four seasons of Big Bear are sharply defined. Springtime in the Valley brings a dramatic respite from winter’s snowy grip, as Big…

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      February 16, 2009, 14:49

      Highway 18 is closed from the Big Bear Dam to Snow Valley. Parts of Artic Circle (HWY 18) have avalanched due to heavy precipitation. Chain restrictions are…

    • WINTER STORM WARNING by: admin

      February 16, 2009, 09:43

      ...NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT PST TONIGHT ABOVE 5000 FEET... HEAVY SNOW WILL SPREAD EASTWARD ACROSS THE SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY MOUNTAINS THIS MORNING INTO…

    • Hazardous Weather Outlook by: admin

      February 12, 2009, 13:01

      .DAY ONE...TODAY THROUGH TONIGHT * A WEAK COLD FRONT WILL BRING SOME LIGHT SHOWERS MAINLY THIS  MORNING. .DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...FRIDAY THROUGH WEDNESDAY …

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      February 11, 2009, 12:04

      Powder to Packed Powder Conditions with 24 to 44 inches of coverage and more coming...

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      February 11, 2009, 11:42

      The warm temperatures have helped clear some of the roads. Most of the roads coming into the Big Bear Valley are under R2 conditions. Hwy 18 is closed from…

    • Hazardous Weather Outlook by: admin

      February 11, 2009, 11:08

      ANOTHER COLD FRONT WILL BRING A CHANCE OF LIGHT SHOWERS EARLY THURSDAY AND GUSTY WEST WINDS TO THE MOUNTAINS AND DESERTS. A STRONGER LOW PRESSURE SYSTEM COULD…

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      February 10, 2009, 09:07

        Chris Bradshaw -Bear Mountain Both Bear Mountain and Snow Summit have a snow pack of 24 to 44 inches of packed powder. On top of the natural snowfall, both…

    • Recession Intervention by: admin

      February 10, 2009, 08:56

      Attention all snow lovers: Don't put off your love for snow sports this season – head to Big Bear Mountain Resorts for fun on the slopes – close to…

    • Winter Weather Advisory by: admin

      February 9, 2009, 13:33

      ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM PST THIS EVENING... Much of Big Bear Valley is experiencing winter white-out conditions. Highway 18 and…

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      February 9, 2009, 06:11

      Bear Mountain and Snow Summit have blown snow and received over a half foot of fresh powder last night! It's snowing hard this morning and some places in the…

    • roadconditions by: admin

      February 8, 2009, 11:14

      From what we can see across the Valley, road conditions are variable. Temperatures range from a "warm" 36 degrees in Baldwin Lake, to 31 degrees at the base of…

  • Shopping  (14)
    • Big Bear Lake Christmas by: admin

      December 7, 2010, 12:04

      We decided to walk around the Village on Monday. The skies were blue and the temperatures were wonderful. We stopped in to Himalayan Restaurant and enjoyed…

    • Easy School Donations by: admin

      September 24, 2010, 10:20

      Big Bear High School 1933 In times such as these when the education budget is constantly being cut, it is invaluable to have the community's support to…

    • Big Bear Lake -Things To Do by: admin

      July 9, 2010, 11:04

      From the Big Bear Lake Chamber of Commerce (MAP): We have two zipline companies which can take you zipping through the trees, enjoying beautiful views…

    • Christmas Holiday Calendar 2009 by: admin

      November 17, 2009, 13:45

      Christmas Tree Lighting 2008  Santa’s Grand Arrival and Tree Lighting Festivities begin at approx. 4:30pm  After a long flight from the North Pole,…

    • Village Shopping -Gourmet Foods by: admin

      September 11, 2009, 15:12

      Grizzly Mountain Gourmet is getting ready to open in the Big Bear Lake Village. We just received this email from Paul, the owner, describing his store; "We…

    • Memorial Day Weekend HOME EXPO, ARTS & CRAFTS by: admin

      May 12, 2009, 03:38

      Big Bear Lake, CA --- The official kickoff to Big Bear’s summer season takes place Memorial Day weekend, May 23 - 25. The annual Spring Air Fair celebrates…

    • Memorial Day Weekend HOME EXPO, ARTS & CRAFTS by: admin

      May 12, 2009, 03:38

      Big Bear Lake, CA --- The official kickoff to Big Bear’s summer season takes place Memorial Day weekend, May 23 - 25. The annual Spring Air Fair celebrates…

    • Big Bear's Farmer's Market by: admin

      April 7, 2009, 11:24

      There was a surprising turnout for the Farmer’s Market. Even though the temperature said 26 degrees, both vendors and farmers set up for the Market…

    • Big Bear's Farmer's Market by: admin

      April 7, 2009, 11:24

      There was a surprising turnout for the Farmer’s Market. Even though the temperature said 26 degrees, both vendors and farmers set up for the Market…

    • Farmer's Market by: admin

      April 6, 2009, 23:01

      The Big Bear Farmer's Market returns to the Convention Center parking lot every Tuesday morning from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM begining tomorrow. This market is…

    • Farmer's Market by: admin

      April 6, 2009, 23:01

      The Big Bear Farmer's Market returns to the Convention Center parking lot every Tuesday morning from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM begining tomorrow. This market is…

    • It's the Weekend by: admin

      February 20, 2009, 08:12

        If you are coming to Big Bear this weekend, check your route before heading up. Highway 18 is closed from Running Springs to the Big Bear Dam.…

    • It's the Weekend by: admin

      February 20, 2009, 08:12

        If you are coming to Big Bear this weekend, check your route before heading up. Highway 18 is closed from Running Springs to the Big Bear Dam.…

    • Big Bear Village by: admin

      January 30, 2009, 11:16

      There are several shopping areas in the Big Bear Valley; The Village, Moonridge, the Von’s/Stater Brothers area, along Big Bear Boulevard (through Big…

  • Skiing  (32)
    • Opening Day Big Bear Lake by: BigBear

      November 10, 2011, 08:58

      Bear Mountain Resorts laid down a based of one to two feet of snow. They opened yesterday (Nov 9, 2011) to sunny skies and moderate temperatures. Snow Summit…

    • Big Bear Lake Winter Sports by: Yomama

      April 22, 2011, 06:53

        Today’s winter sports activities in Big Bear Valley stem from the vision of the late Judge Clifford Lynn who first proposed the formation of a…

    • Big Bear Lake High School Ski Report by: admin

      February 15, 2011, 08:14

      My Favorite Winter Sport Big Bear High School 1932? My favorite winter sport is skiing or “sheeing,” as the Scandinavians call it. It consists of…

    • TripAdvisor Ranks Big Bear Lake #4 by: admin

      December 1, 2010, 07:13

      Trip Advisor, the largest online travel site, released their list of the top 10 ski rental home destinations. These are the hottest destinations that offer…

    • Mountain Snow Conditions by: admin

      November 19, 2010, 10:27

        Snow Summit (MAP) has a base of six to 12 inches of man-made machine groomed packed powder. The high temperature is expected to reach 55 degrees with…

    • Big Bear History Clifford Lynn Ski Area by: admin

      November 12, 2010, 10:09

        This is an article written about the Clifford Lynn Ski Resort, on eof the first snow play area in Big Bear Lake CA Scenic chair lift rides may be enjoyed…

    • Snow Summit Opens Snowboarding and Skiing by: admin

      November 12, 2010, 09:20

      Big Bear Lake CA - Snow Summit (MAP) will open tomorrow, Saturday, November 13th. The have been laying a base of snow for several days. The temperatures…

    • Southern California Superpipe - Big Bear Lake by: admin

      February 11, 2010, 15:12

      Photo Courtesy of Bear Mountain Resort   (Big Bear Lake, CA - February 11, 2010) - Bear Mountain is offering a dose of the Olympic Spirit as they unveil…

    • Snow Forecast for Southern California Mountain Resorts by: admin

      February 10, 2010, 06:06

      Big Bear Lake CA; A winter advisory remains in effect until 10:00 AM this morning. Winds may gust to 35 mph. Our overnight snowfall was eight inches and…

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      January 26, 2010, 11:24

      Both Bear Mountain and Snow Summit are experiencing epic conditions. The last storm increase the snow base to 48-84 inches of machine groomed packed powder.…

    • Storm Photos by: admin

      January 22, 2010, 08:53

      Snow Accumulation Baldwin Lake -Big Bear CA There is sunshine in the east Big Bear Valley. The sun is poking through the clouds and we can finally see some of…

    • Events in Big Bear CA by: admin

      January 15, 2010, 11:45

      Events Burton Demo Tour at Bear Mountain January 16, 2010 Have the chance to ride Burton boards, boots and bindings at the largest product demo in the…

    • Snow Report by: admin

      December 15, 2009, 08:56

      Big Bear Lake is having a beautiful crisp morning with sunny skies and frost everywhere. If you love winter sports, this is the week to get up here.…

    • Weather and Snow Conditions by: admin

      December 9, 2009, 10:58

      We're expecting excellent conditions on the mountain this weekend. With the exptra snow, conditions may be powder and packed powder. Get on the mountain!

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      December 8, 2009, 14:47

      Big Bear added to it's snow totals today with another 14 inches of powder accumulating on the Mountain. Big Bear Resorts (Bear Mountain and Snow Summit) have a…

    • Big Bear Snow Conditions by: admin

      November 2, 2009, 09:57

      Yes, we have snow conditions in Big Bear CA! Well...atleast on the mountain. Bear Mountain blew a foot of snow in the lower elevations and two feet of snow at…

    • Easter Weekend Update by: admin

      April 6, 2009, 14:14

      It’s 2:00 PM on a Monday afternoon in the mountains of Southern California. The current temperature is 57 degrees and the skies are sunny and bright blue.…

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      March 23, 2009, 08:42

      Latest from Snow Summit: 3 inches of new snow yesterday, blue skies today! Packed powder, excellent coverage. Roads open, chains on Hwy. 330.

    • Snowboard and Ski for Free by: admin

      March 7, 2009, 09:32

      Hit the slopes for FREE with Big Bear Mountain Resorts' Screamin' Deal on 2009/2010 Season Passes! Beginning March 9, 2009, purchase a season pass for…

    • Things To Do by: admin

      February 26, 2009, 13:42

      Spring feels like it is getting closer. The mountains are still covered in snow and the Resorts are full of boarders and skiers. But the daytime temperatures…

    • It's the Weekend by: admin

      February 20, 2009, 08:12

        If you are coming to Big Bear this weekend, check your route before heading up. Highway 18 is closed from Running Springs to the Big Bear Dam.…

    • It's the Weekend by: admin

      February 20, 2009, 08:12

        If you are coming to Big Bear this weekend, check your route before heading up. Highway 18 is closed from Running Springs to the Big Bear Dam.…

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      February 11, 2009, 12:04

      Powder to Packed Powder Conditions with 24 to 44 inches of coverage and more coming...

    • Recession Intervention by: admin

      February 10, 2009, 08:56

      Attention all snow lovers: Don't put off your love for snow sports this season – head to Big Bear Mountain Resorts for fun on the slopes – close to…

    • Ski and Snowboard Clinic by: admin

      January 26, 2009, 09:33

      Ski & Snowboard Clinics For Women - Price: 9.00 -All Levels: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced The clinics are taught by: PSIA (Professional Ski…

    • Snow Report by: admin

      January 26, 2009, 08:57

      It's a Powder Day in Big Bear! The Resorts received a fresh batch of snow last night, on top of using the snowmaking equipment all night. Both resorts have a…

    • Board & Ski Rentals by: admin

      January 23, 2009, 08:52

      Best Snowboard and Ski Rentals in Big Bear Not everyone has their own equipment and there are several places to rent what you need boards or skis for the…

    • Ski Snow Summit by: admin

      January 22, 2009, 04:21

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    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      January 21, 2009, 11:08

      Bear Mountain and Snow Summit have both maintained a deep two to four foot snow pack. They are 100% open and the slopes are machine groomed packed powder.…

    • Ski Big Bear by: admin

      January 15, 2009, 04:35

      Big Bear enjoys two Resorts, Bear Mountain and Snow Summit. Both Resorts have features and jibs for both snowboarders and skiers. Bear Mountain tends to…

    • Southern California Snow Conditions by: admin

      January 9, 2009, 10:26

      Bear Mountain (MAP) and Snow Summit (MAP) are holding their snow pack at two to four feet of machine groomed packed powder. At 10:00 AM, Resort temperatures…

    • Wednesday, January 7 by: admin

      January 7, 2009, 11:00

      Photo Courtesy of Bear Mountain Resorts Get an early start on the slopes today. The temperatures are gorgeous, and are expected to reach 60 today. Bring…

  • Snowboarding  (47)
    • WINTERFEST TO UPLIFT WOMEN by: BigBear

      January 11, 2012, 19:23

      Big Bear Lake, Calif. January 12, 2011 – The inaugural XOS Battle of the Sexes Winterfest showcases females vs. males in three categories that includes a…

    • Opening Day Big Bear Lake by: BigBear

      November 10, 2011, 08:58

      Bear Mountain Resorts laid down a based of one to two feet of snow. They opened yesterday (Nov 9, 2011) to sunny skies and moderate temperatures. Snow Summit…

    • Mountain Snow Conditions by: admin

      November 19, 2010, 10:27

        Snow Summit (MAP) has a base of six to 12 inches of man-made machine groomed packed powder. The high temperature is expected to reach 55 degrees with…

    • Snow Summit Opens Snowboarding and Skiing by: admin

      November 12, 2010, 09:20

      Big Bear Lake CA - Snow Summit (MAP) will open tomorrow, Saturday, November 13th. The have been laying a base of snow for several days. The temperatures…

    • Southern California Superpipe - Big Bear Lake by: admin

      February 11, 2010, 15:12

      Photo Courtesy of Bear Mountain Resort   (Big Bear Lake, CA - February 11, 2010) - Bear Mountain is offering a dose of the Olympic Spirit as they unveil…

    • Snow Forecast for Southern California Mountain Resorts by: admin

      February 10, 2010, 06:06

      Big Bear Lake CA; A winter advisory remains in effect until 10:00 AM this morning. Winds may gust to 35 mph. Our overnight snowfall was eight inches and…

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      January 26, 2010, 11:24

      Both Bear Mountain and Snow Summit are experiencing epic conditions. The last storm increase the snow base to 48-84 inches of machine groomed packed powder.…

    • Storm Photos by: admin

      January 22, 2010, 08:53

      Snow Accumulation Baldwin Lake -Big Bear CA There is sunshine in the east Big Bear Valley. The sun is poking through the clouds and we can finally see some of…

    • Events in Big Bear CA by: admin

      January 15, 2010, 11:45

      Events Burton Demo Tour at Bear Mountain January 16, 2010 Have the chance to ride Burton boards, boots and bindings at the largest product demo in the…

    • Fresh Snow by: admin

      December 22, 2009, 06:52

       The Resorts pick up a fresh coat snow last night. Snow is continuing to fall, but not much more is expected. The conditions are perfect for a day on the…

    • Snowboarding Snow Summit by: admin

      December 20, 2009, 13:22

      The Resorts are enjoying a packed powder base of 18 to 36 inches, with all lifts and all runs open. Mid-day temperatures are hovering around 45 degrees,…

    • Snow Report by: admin

      December 15, 2009, 08:56

      Big Bear Lake is having a beautiful crisp morning with sunny skies and frost everywhere. If you love winter sports, this is the week to get up here.…

    • Big Bear Mountain Resorts by: admin

      December 12, 2009, 05:40

      This week's storm blanketed Bear Mountain and Snow Summit with 14 inches of fresh powder! Snow Summit and Bear Mountain have a total of more than 15…

    • Weather and Snow Conditions by: admin

      December 9, 2009, 10:58

      We're expecting excellent conditions on the mountain this weekend. With the exptra snow, conditions may be powder and packed powder. Get on the mountain!

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      December 8, 2009, 14:47

      Big Bear added to it's snow totals today with another 14 inches of powder accumulating on the Mountain. Big Bear Resorts (Bear Mountain and Snow Summit) have a…

    • Big Bear Snow Conditions by: admin

      November 2, 2009, 09:57

      Yes, we have snow conditions in Big Bear CA! Well...atleast on the mountain. Bear Mountain blew a foot of snow in the lower elevations and two feet of snow at…

    • Snowboard and Ski by: admin

      October 29, 2009, 11:20

      Bear Mountain Opens Tomorrow!   This is it! Bear will open Chair 5- Central Park run with half a dozen features tomorrow morning at 9:30! Snowmakers…

    • Big Bear's Parkumentary by: admin

      October 28, 2009, 18:52

      Big Bear Mountain Resorts is proud to announce that their 2009 movie release, Parkumentary will be available in a nine part series online through Bear…

    • Big Bear's Parkumentary by: admin

      October 28, 2009, 18:52

      Big Bear Mountain Resorts is proud to announce that their 2009 movie release, Parkumentary will be available in a nine part series online through Bear…

    • Big Bear Snow by: admin

      October 28, 2009, 15:44

        There's snow in Big Bear CA! The temperature dipped down to 15 degrees last night and the Resorts took advantage of it. Alpine Slide, Bear Mountain and…

    • Hot Dawgz and Hand Rails by: admin

      September 15, 2009, 13:26

      The event will be this Saturday at Bear Mountain. Need a Map? More about Big Bear.

    • Okotberfest Big Bear by: admin

      September 15, 2009, 11:02

      The weekend of September 19 & 20 is the beginning of the 39th Annual Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest. The event continues every weekend through the end of…

    • Bear Mountain Hot Dawgs and Hand Rails by: admin

      September 11, 2009, 07:36

      In 2008 Hot Dawgz and Hand Rails broke all attendance records...and the competition was amazing. Jeb Anderson walked away with the prize money...but in 2009…

    • Easter Weekend Update by: admin

      April 6, 2009, 14:14

      It’s 2:00 PM on a Monday afternoon in the mountains of Southern California. The current temperature is 57 degrees and the skies are sunny and bright blue.…

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      March 23, 2009, 08:42

      Latest from Snow Summit: 3 inches of new snow yesterday, blue skies today! Packed powder, excellent coverage. Roads open, chains on Hwy. 330.

    • Snowboard and Ski for Free by: admin

      March 7, 2009, 09:32

      Hit the slopes for FREE with Big Bear Mountain Resorts' Screamin' Deal on 2009/2010 Season Passes! Beginning March 9, 2009, purchase a season pass for…

    • Mountain Monster Rail Jam Video by: admin

      March 3, 2009, 09:07

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    • Things To Do by: admin

      February 26, 2009, 13:42

      Spring feels like it is getting closer. The mountains are still covered in snow and the Resorts are full of boarders and skiers. But the daytime temperatures…

    • It's the Weekend by: admin

      February 20, 2009, 08:12

        If you are coming to Big Bear this weekend, check your route before heading up. Highway 18 is closed from Running Springs to the Big Bear Dam.…

    • It's the Weekend by: admin

      February 20, 2009, 08:12

        If you are coming to Big Bear this weekend, check your route before heading up. Highway 18 is closed from Running Springs to the Big Bear Dam.…

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      February 11, 2009, 12:04

      Powder to Packed Powder Conditions with 24 to 44 inches of coverage and more coming...

    • Bear Mountain by: admin

      February 11, 2009, 11:11

      More Snow Conditions

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      February 10, 2009, 09:07

        Chris Bradshaw -Bear Mountain Both Bear Mountain and Snow Summit have a snow pack of 24 to 44 inches of packed powder. On top of the natural snowfall, both…

    • Recession Intervention by: admin

      February 10, 2009, 08:56

      Attention all snow lovers: Don't put off your love for snow sports this season – head to Big Bear Mountain Resorts for fun on the slopes – close to…

    • Ski and Snowboard Clinic by: admin

      January 26, 2009, 09:33

      Ski & Snowboard Clinics For Women - Price: 9.00 -All Levels: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced The clinics are taught by: PSIA (Professional Ski…

    • Snow Report by: admin

      January 26, 2009, 08:57

      It's a Powder Day in Big Bear! The Resorts received a fresh batch of snow last night, on top of using the snowmaking equipment all night. Both resorts have a…

    • Snowboarding The Park -Bear Mountain by: admin

      January 23, 2009, 09:22

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    • Board & Ski Rentals by: admin

      January 23, 2009, 08:52

      Best Snowboard and Ski Rentals in Big Bear Not everyone has their own equipment and there are several places to rent what you need boards or skis for the…

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      January 21, 2009, 11:08

      Bear Mountain and Snow Summit have both maintained a deep two to four foot snow pack. They are 100% open and the slopes are machine groomed packed powder.…

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      January 14, 2009, 08:12

      Snow coverage is excellent. Both Resorts have a two to four foot base of machine groomed hard pack. Since the high temperatures today will be in the mid-fifties…

    • This Week in Big Bear by: admin

      January 13, 2009, 07:14

      This week looks like it will be beautiful. The skies are expected to remain mostly clear and sunny with day time high temperatures reaching the mid-50’s and…

    • Volcom Peanut Butter and Rail Jam by: admin

      January 10, 2009, 15:31

      Bear Mountain plays host tomorrow to Volcom's international Peanit Butter and Rail Jam. This is a free amateur snowboard series.  Online Registration PBRJ…

    • Southern California Snow Conditions by: admin

      January 9, 2009, 10:26

      Bear Mountain (MAP) and Snow Summit (MAP) are holding their snow pack at two to four feet of machine groomed packed powder. At 10:00 AM, Resort temperatures…

    • Wednesday, January 7 by: admin

      January 7, 2009, 11:00

      Photo Courtesy of Bear Mountain Resorts Get an early start on the slopes today. The temperatures are gorgeous, and are expected to reach 60 today. Bring…

    • Bear Mountain Opening Week by: Yomama

      January 6, 2009, 11:30

      This is a short home-made video of Bear Mountain shot during their opening week (prior to the four foot snowfall).

    • Snowboarding Video by: Yomama

      January 6, 2009, 09:37

      There are lots of features to go off at Bear Mountain.  This video showcases what the mountain has to offer and has cool camera shots of great snowboarding…

    • Winter Wonderland by: Yomama

      January 5, 2009, 11:36

      This winter has been exceptional. We have a good base of snow and kids of any age will have fun. The snowboard and ski conditions are good. We have a base of…

  • Vacation Rentals  (2)
    • TripAdvisor Ranks Big Bear Lake #4 by: admin

      December 1, 2010, 07:13

      Trip Advisor, the largest online travel site, released their list of the top 10 ski rental home destinations. These are the hottest destinations that offer…

    • Reserve Your Big Bear Holiday by: admin

      November 9, 2010, 09:44

      Bookings for Holidays are up; it’s Advised to Book Early for Lake Lodging Big Bear Lake, Calif./ November 8, 2010 – Big Bear Lake Resort Association…

  • Video  (85)
    • Giants of Big Bear by: BigBear

      September 6, 2011, 18:12

      See a monster emerge from Big Bear Lake CA, great fun!

    • Beer in Big Bear by: admin

      September 6, 2011, 12:41

        Big Bear Mountain Brewery Did you know Big Bear has it's own brewery? Located just west of the Village MAP), this small brewery provides great…

    • Mountain Hiking by: Yomama

      May 9, 2011, 17:53

      We wanted to see what the conditions were in the back country. The Santa Ana River seemed to be full of melted snow water. With warm Spring temperatures on…

    • Big Bear CA Things To Do This Weekend by: admin

      January 28, 2011, 10:09

      Inner Tube Hills At Alpine Slide & Big Bear Snow Play Come play in the snow at the Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain and Big Bear Snow Play! Al…

    • Sunset Over Big Bear Lake by: admin

      January 23, 2011, 18:05

      The sunset tonight was gorgeous. This quick clip shows Sugarloaf Mountain, Bear Mountain, Baldwin Lake, Snow Summit and Big Bear Lake CA!

    • Mountain Snow Conditions by: admin

      November 19, 2010, 10:27

        Snow Summit (MAP) has a base of six to 12 inches of man-made machine groomed packed powder. The high temperature is expected to reach 55 degrees with…

    • WORLD’S BEST CYCLING TEAMS FOR AMGEN TOUR OF CALIFORNIA’S MOST NOTABLE STAGE by: admin

      April 19, 2010, 14:11

        BIG BEAR LAKE, Calif. April 16, 2010 – One of the strongest and most talented fields ever assembled for a U.S. cycling race has been invited to the…

    • Amgen Tour of California -CYCLING FANS by: admin

      March 25, 2010, 11:40

      BIG BEAR LAKE, Calif. March 25, 2010 – Race fans of the 2010 Amgen Tour of California can now purchase official merchandise specifically designed for the…

    • Mountain Snow Pack by: admin

      March 23, 2010, 05:37

       On the first day of Spring we thought we would check out the hiking conditions over in the San Gorgonio Wilderness Area. We headed down HWY 38 and…

    • Big Bear Lake - Amgen Tour of California Stage 6 by: admin

      February 11, 2010, 10:56

      BIG BEAR LAKE, Calif. February 11, 2010 – Today officials of the Amgen Tour of California announced the Stage 6 route from Pasadena to Big Bear Lake. On…

    • Snowshoe the Bear Big Bear Lake by: admin

      February 3, 2010, 10:32

      Snowshoe the Bear is this Saturday, February, 6. The event welcomes both experts and complete novices. It starts in the Big Bear Lake Village at 8:00 AM and…

    • Snow Removal -Big Bear Lake by: admin

      January 29, 2010, 09:11

        North Shore Elementary School Our local radio station announce that Big Bear Lake received 57 inches of snow over the last week. Snow removal crews have…

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      January 26, 2010, 11:24

      Both Bear Mountain and Snow Summit are experiencing epic conditions. The last storm increase the snow base to 48-84 inches of machine groomed packed powder.…

    • Snow Storm Big Bear Lake by: admin

      January 22, 2010, 14:01

      The San Bernardino Mountains, including Big Bear Lake, received an amazing amount of snow this week. We used a Nikon Coolpix to make this homemade video of…

    • SNOW BIKE RETURNS by: admin

      January 15, 2010, 14:23

      Xcorps #46.) SNOWBIKE-2 seg3-HD- This winter X show features team XC returning to the So Cal mountains riding mini foot snowboards at Mountain High and…

    • Events in Big Bear CA by: admin

      January 15, 2010, 11:45

      Events Burton Demo Tour at Bear Mountain January 16, 2010 Have the chance to ride Burton boards, boots and bindings at the largest product demo in the…

    • Fresh Snow by: admin

      December 22, 2009, 06:52

       The Resorts pick up a fresh coat snow last night. Snow is continuing to fall, but not much more is expected. The conditions are perfect for a day on the…

    • Snowboarding Snow Summit by: admin

      December 20, 2009, 13:22

      The Resorts are enjoying a packed powder base of 18 to 36 inches, with all lifts and all runs open. Mid-day temperatures are hovering around 45 degrees,…

    • Snow Report by: admin

      December 15, 2009, 08:56

      Big Bear Lake is having a beautiful crisp morning with sunny skies and frost everywhere. If you love winter sports, this is the week to get up here.…

    • Big Bear Mountain Resorts by: admin

      December 12, 2009, 05:40

      This week's storm blanketed Bear Mountain and Snow Summit with 14 inches of fresh powder! Snow Summit and Bear Mountain have a total of more than 15…

    • Christmas Holidays by: admin

      December 10, 2009, 10:12

      Silent Monks Singing Halleluia. Creative high schools students give a great rendition of Halleluia!

    • Amgen Tour of California 2010 by: admin

      November 12, 2009, 10:54

      Most of you know that Big Bear  CA has been confirmed as the final leg of the Amgen Tour of California 2010. Stage six, the final leg, will begin in…

    • Big Bear's Parkumentary by: admin

      October 28, 2009, 18:52

      Big Bear Mountain Resorts is proud to announce that their 2009 movie release, Parkumentary will be available in a nine part series online through Bear…

    • Big Bear's Parkumentary by: admin

      October 28, 2009, 18:52

      Big Bear Mountain Resorts is proud to announce that their 2009 movie release, Parkumentary will be available in a nine part series online through Bear…

    • Big Bear Snow by: admin

      October 28, 2009, 15:44

        There's snow in Big Bear CA! The temperature dipped down to 15 degrees last night and the Resorts took advantage of it. Alpine Slide, Bear Mountain and…

    • Oktoberfest by: admin

      October 19, 2009, 16:49

      Big Bear Lake 2009 We hope you enjoy this short home made video of Oktoberfest in Big Bear Lake, CA. We shot this on a Sunday afternoon, using a Nikon…

    • Mountain Wolves by: admin

      October 16, 2009, 10:48

      Nine wolf pups were born on April 9, 2009 at the Moonridge Animal Park in Big Bear Lake, CA. They are now five months old and all are doing extremely…

    • Zip Line the Bear by: admin

      September 29, 2009, 05:58

      "Me, my brother, and sister having some fun on ziplines in big bear. Lots of fun. I recommend trying it if you head up there. It's called "Flying Bear…

    • Snow Bike Big Bear CA by: admin

      September 23, 2009, 12:07

      Xcorps Action Sports Show #3.)"SNOWBIKE"-seg.3- The face bending cutting edge action continues on this episode of The Xcorps called Snowbike- a new way to…

    • Deer at Jenks Lake CA by: admin

      September 23, 2009, 10:37

      We love to camp and hike in the San Bernardino Mountains. The mountains are a transversal range reaching heights of 11,400 feet. Mount San Gorgonio is the…

    • Things To Do, Big Bear Lake California by: admin

      September 22, 2009, 12:13

      September 26 & 27 Oktoberfest in Big Bear Lake 39th Annual Oktoberfest Location: The Big Bear Convention Center (MAP) Date: Saturday, 09/19/2009 Ti…

    • Oktoberfest Big Bear Lake by: admin

      September 22, 2009, 11:13

      This short video is of opening ceremonies at the Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest, Saturday September 19, 2009. Oktoberfest contines through the last Saturday in…

    • Big Bear by: admin

      September 16, 2009, 15:24

      California travel expert Veronica Hill tours Big Bear Lake in this episode of "California Travel Tips." This Big Bear video highlights Big Bear hotels such…

    • Hot Dawgz and Hand Rails by: admin

      September 15, 2009, 13:26

      The event will be this Saturday at Bear Mountain. Need a Map? More about Big Bear.

    • Big Bear Lake Marathon by: admin

      September 12, 2009, 10:44

      We put together this one minute clip of the start of the Big Bear Lake Marathon this morning!

    • Big Bear Air Show by: admin

      September 10, 2009, 18:13

      THE BEST PART OF THIS EVENT IS MEETING THE MEN WHO ARE CONNECTED TO THE AIRCRAFT AND OUR HISTORY. 

    • Lake Sunrise and Sunset by: admin

      September 10, 2009, 18:10

      LOTS OF ACTION IN THE EARLY MORNING-ENJOY!

    • Big Bear Mountain Biking by: admin

      September 10, 2009, 16:36

      Team Blue Competition. 24 Hours of Big Bear. Andy rode the last lap of the race and brought home the win for the team. It was a crazy last lap, he went out…

    • First Mountain Bank by: admin

      September 3, 2009, 15:02

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    • Top 10 Thing to Do on 4th of July Weekend by: admin

      July 1, 2009, 13:57

      1. Fireworks on the Lake Come attend the biggest 4th of July fireworks display in Southern California. The fireworks are shot off from a barge on the…

    • Sky Chair Snow Summit by: admin

      June 28, 2009, 19:27

      Snow Summit runs the scenic Sky Chair daily during the summer (Big Bear Lake CA). A round trip ticket costs or, if you're a mountain biker, one way is .…

    • Pirates on Big Bear Lake by: admin

      June 27, 2009, 12:14

      Holloway's Marina bought the Time Bandit (from the movie) and had the pirate ship brought up here. This is a short video of it on the Lake.

    • Off Roading by: admin

      June 25, 2009, 16:23

      Big Bear, deep in the heart of the San Bernardino Mountains offers incredible opportunities for off road driving (4x4). From simple drive through Holcomb…

    • Mountain Up! by: admin

      June 25, 2009, 12:22

      Finale at Manhatten Beach 2008 Doo-Wah Riders Explode on the Discovery Center Amphitheater Stage July 3 The Doo-Wah Riders are celebrating 20 years of…

    • Big Bear Events by: admin

      June 24, 2009, 22:07

      June 26 - 28  Corvettes West Big Bear Bash 2009- Corvettes West's Big Bear Bash takes place from June 26th to June 28th. Public events include the People's…

    • Ryan Hall Interview by: admin

      June 23, 2009, 12:58

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    • Jazz Trax Video by: admin

      June 19, 2009, 15:21

      Jazz Trax will be presenting great music all weekend at the Big Bear Lake Discovery Center. Tonight at 8:00 PM, Satuday and Sunday at 4:00 PM.

    • Run The Bear - Big Bear Lake Marathon by: admin

      June 18, 2009, 23:00

      Run the Big Bear Lake Marathon!

    • Discovery Center Supporters by: admin

      June 18, 2009, 20:48

        About Forest Aid: The United States Forest Service, the San Bernardino National Forest Association and TreePeople are partnering to plant over 32,000…

    • Pirate Ship on the Lake by: admin

      June 13, 2009, 03:22

       

    • Waterskiing by: admin

      June 12, 2009, 19:56

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    • Big Bear Marathon by: admin

      June 11, 2009, 02:52

      The Big Bear Marathon is Saturday, September 12, in Big Bear Lake, CA. The event will also include a half marathon, a 5k run, a one mile kids run plus a 26…

    • New Bridge Construction by Lake by: admin

      June 9, 2009, 01:24

        We drove across the Rim of the World today. I never tire of the drive and don't feel like its a business trip. We left in the morning and the…

    • Wooden Boats Big Bear Lake by: admin

      June 4, 2009, 18:38

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    • Weather-WX by: admin

      April 10, 2009, 14:45

      WIDELY SCATTERED SHOWERS AND ISOLATED THUNDERSTORMS WITH SNOW ABOVE 6500 FT WILL CONTINUE OVER THE SAN BERNARDINO MOUNTAINS THROUGH 3 PM. MAINLY LIGHT RAIN OR…

    • Fishing by: admin

      April 1, 2009, 16:35

      Big Bear Lake will host a Fishn' for 50K trout derby on May 30 & 31. Catch a trout worth ,000. http://tinyurl.com/dyhsnf Trout Fishing

    • Happy Saint Patrick's Day! by: admin

      March 17, 2009, 07:58

      May your day be touched by a bit of Irish luck, brightened by a song in your heart, and warmed by the smiles of the people you love!

    • Happy Saint Patrick's Day! by: admin

      March 17, 2009, 07:58

      May your day be touched by a bit of Irish luck, brightened by a song in your heart, and warmed by the smiles of the people you love!

    • Big Bear Snow Play -Alpine Slide by: admin

      March 16, 2009, 16:42

      A short video of Alpine Slide in Big Bear, CA

    • Hiking Holcomb Valley by: admin

      March 16, 2009, 15:57

      Saturday was beautiful. The temperatures were in the mid-fifties and the sky was a deep bright blue. We wanted to go out and take some pictures so we thought…

    • Big Bear Today by: admin

      March 4, 2009, 09:28

      The Forest Service will be burning piles of wood today. They are doing a test burn this morning. If successful, they will begin over in the Angelus Oaks area,…

    • Mountain Monster Rail Jam Video by: admin

      March 3, 2009, 09:07

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    • Things To Do by: admin

      February 26, 2009, 13:42

      Spring feels like it is getting closer. The mountains are still covered in snow and the Resorts are full of boarders and skiers. But the daytime temperatures…

    • Winter Driving by: admin

      February 17, 2009, 07:58

      Road Conditions are R2 this morning. Audi S6 in Winter Driving School.

    • Bear Mountain by: admin

      February 11, 2009, 11:11

      More Snow Conditions

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      February 10, 2009, 09:07

        Chris Bradshaw -Bear Mountain Both Bear Mountain and Snow Summit have a snow pack of 24 to 44 inches of packed powder. On top of the natural snowfall, both…

    • RODEO by: admin

      February 8, 2009, 11:42

      One of the most exciting and colorful traditions of the Old West is carried on right in Big Bear Valley when the Vaqueros de las Montanas stage their annual…

    • Mountain Biking by: admin

      January 27, 2009, 04:15

      Mountain Biking is a growing sport in the San Bernardino Mountains. Riding is permitted on many public roads and trails. Riding is not permitted on the…

    • Snow Report by: admin

      January 26, 2009, 08:57

      It's a Powder Day in Big Bear! The Resorts received a fresh batch of snow last night, on top of using the snowmaking equipment all night. Both resorts have a…

    • Eagle Watching Tips by: admin

      January 23, 2009, 17:26

      The Big Bear Valley has the largest wintering population of Bald Eagles in Southern California. The eagle has made a remarkable comeback since the…

    • Snowboarding The Park -Bear Mountain by: admin

      January 23, 2009, 09:22

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    • Ski Snow Summit by: admin

      January 22, 2009, 04:21

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    • Big Bear Off-Roading –WINTER by: admin

      January 17, 2009, 09:42

        The Big Bear area has over 460 miles of trails winding through its mountains and valleys. The conditions can vary dramatically in the winter time. Going…

    • Big Bear Lake Discovery Center by: admin

      January 15, 2009, 16:58

      The Big Bear Lake Discovery Center is a child and pet friendly environment. It was established 10 years ago for education and information by the San Bernardino…

    • Bellamy Brothers in Big Bear Lake by: admin

      January 15, 2009, 11:50

      The Bellamy Brothers will perform in Big Bear Lake on Saturday, February 7, at 8:00 PM. They are sponsored by the Big Bear Lake Performing Arts Center…

    • Ski Big Bear by: admin

      January 15, 2009, 04:35

      Big Bear enjoys two Resorts, Bear Mountain and Snow Summit. Both Resorts have features and jibs for both snowboarders and skiers. Bear Mountain tends to…

    • Big Bear Restaurants by: admin

      January 15, 2009, 03:57

      Big Bear has lots of restaurants priced to fit any type of budget. From Burger King and Dominos to Stillwell’s and North Shore Café in Fawnskin, you’ll…

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      January 14, 2009, 08:12

      Snow coverage is excellent. Both Resorts have a two to four foot base of machine groomed hard pack. Since the high temperatures today will be in the mid-fifties…

    • This Week in Big Bear by: admin

      January 13, 2009, 07:14

      This week looks like it will be beautiful. The skies are expected to remain mostly clear and sunny with day time high temperatures reaching the mid-50’s and…

    • Volcom Peanut Butter and Rail Jam by: admin

      January 10, 2009, 15:31

      Bear Mountain plays host tomorrow to Volcom's international Peanit Butter and Rail Jam. This is a free amateur snowboard series.  Online Registration PBRJ…

    • Snow Conditions and Things To Do by: admin

      January 10, 2009, 10:48

      It's 11:00 AM on Saturday. Temperatures are in the 50's  (Mountain Temperatures), it looks like most off the snow-making equipment has been turned off. If…

    • Southern California Snow Conditions by: admin

      January 9, 2009, 10:26

      Bear Mountain (MAP) and Snow Summit (MAP) are holding their snow pack at two to four feet of machine groomed packed powder. At 10:00 AM, Resort temperatures…

    • Winter Hiking by: admin

      January 8, 2009, 04:07

      During the winter, the best hiking is out in the east valley, especially behind Baldwin Lake. Daytime temperatures are usually warmer causing the snow to melt.…

    • Bear Mountain Opening Week by: Yomama

      January 6, 2009, 11:30

      This is a short home-made video of Bear Mountain shot during their opening week (prior to the four foot snowfall).

    • Snowboarding Video by: Yomama

      January 6, 2009, 09:37

      There are lots of features to go off at Bear Mountain.  This video showcases what the mountain has to offer and has cool camera shots of great snowboarding…

  • Weather  (57)
    • 1st Snow 2011 by: admin

      November 6, 2011, 12:06

      Winter blew in, tipped her hat, and that changed everything in the Big Bear Valley. In a few hours time, the temperatures plummeted, the roads went from…

    • 3 Signs - Winter is Coming to Big Bear by: admin

      October 27, 2011, 08:01

      1. Pan Hot Springs is steaming! 2. BBARWA is steaming! 3. Big Bear Snow Play is Blowing! The last of the Fall colors are showing off, and Big Bear is…

    • Big Bear Lake Road Conditions R2 by: admin

      January 30, 2011, 17:31

      SHOWERS WILL CONTINUE INTO THE EVENING AND A FEW SHOWERS WILL BE HEAVY FOR A BRIEF TIME. SNOW WILL BEGIN TO ACCUMULATE ABOVE 5000 FEET ELEVATION AND ROADS…

    • Conditions in the Southern California Mountains by: admin

      January 21, 2011, 12:40

      A Big Bear CA Weekend Expect great conditions in Big Bear City and Big Bear Lake CA this weekend. Spring-like temperatures have given way to amazing…

    • 2011 Big Bear Lake Road Conditions by: admin

      January 15, 2011, 10:11

      The recent storms have affected the local road conditions. State Highway 330 has been wiped out and many take a year of two to repair. State Highway…

    • Driving to Big Bear CA by: admin

      January 7, 2011, 11:12

      The storms in December have affected the highways leading into Big Bear Lake CA. Hwy 330 was washed out and may not reopen for some time. If you need to…

    • Big Bear CA Current Weather and Road Conditions for Travel by: admin

      January 1, 2011, 08:34

      Current conditions in both Big Bear Lake and Big Bear City CA are sunny, clear skies and 18 degrees at 8:00 AM on New Years Day. Temperatures are expected…

    • Big Bear CA Road and Weather Conditions by: admin

      December 28, 2010, 10:15

      State Highway 330 is completely CLOSED due to storm damage. State Highway 18: IS CLOSED TO TRACTOR-TRAILER SEMIS & BUSES ONLY FROM 2.2 MI NORTH OF…

    • Big Bear Lake CA White Christmas by: admin

      December 20, 2010, 07:12

      Stormy Weather Expected to Bring Snow for the Holidays Big Bear Lake CA -Rain storms have pelted Southern California for the last four days. A Pacific low…

    • Winter Blast Hits Big Bear. AGAIN! by: admin

      April 29, 2010, 09:02

      Old Man Winter's beard brushed over Big Bear again. 3 days of HIGH WIND is getting a little much. The house shakes all the time. Windows and doors whistle.…

    • Snow Storm Again by: admin

      April 22, 2010, 08:59

      Winds blew for a day and a half. Yesterday, the snow joined in. This morning, the roads are very slick and not melting fast. Here are a few shots from…

    • Snow Forecast for Southern California Mountain Resorts by: admin

      February 10, 2010, 06:06

      Big Bear Lake CA; A winter advisory remains in effect until 10:00 AM this morning. Winds may gust to 35 mph. Our overnight snowfall was eight inches and…

    • Storm Preparedness by: admin

      January 27, 2010, 12:07

      Checklist Remember 9-1-1 May Save Someone's Life Food Supplies: Is your home well stocked with supplies for seven days? If not, you are not prepared to…

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      January 26, 2010, 11:24

      Both Bear Mountain and Snow Summit are experiencing epic conditions. The last storm increase the snow base to 48-84 inches of machine groomed packed powder.…

    • Road Conditions and Emergency Shelters by: admin

      January 25, 2010, 11:37

      Looking towards Big Bear Lake -Gold Mountain, Butler Peak and Snow Summit  Snow Summit open, Bear Mountain closed! Road restrictions were approved by…

    • Snow Storm Big Bear Lake by: admin

      January 22, 2010, 14:01

      The San Bernardino Mountains, including Big Bear Lake, received an amazing amount of snow this week. We used a Nikon Coolpix to make this homemade video of…

    • Storm Photos by: admin

      January 22, 2010, 08:53

      Snow Accumulation Baldwin Lake -Big Bear CA There is sunshine in the east Big Bear Valley. The sun is poking through the clouds and we can finally see some of…

    • Winter Storm Warning by: admin

      January 20, 2010, 08:55

      View of Big Bear Valley ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO MIDNIGHT PST THURSDAY NIGHT ABOVE 6500 FEET... THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN…

    • MOUNTAIN STORM WARNING by: admin

      January 18, 2010, 04:55

      The Govenor's Office issued an alert for the San Bernardino Mountains. A Pacific storm could bring several feet of snow to these southern California mountains.

    • WEATHER WX Big Bear Lake by: admin

      January 15, 2010, 09:40

      SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE SAN DIEGO CA JAN 14 2010 ...BIG CHANGES IN THE WEATHER NEXT WEEK... MAJOR CHANGES ARE EXPECTED IN THE…

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      December 22, 2009, 06:37

      HWY 330 -CHAINS ARE REQUIRED ON ALL VEHICLES EXCEPT 4-WHEEL-DRIVE VEHICLES WITH SNOW TIRES ON ALL 4 WHEELS FROM 2.5 MI EAST OF SAN BERNARDINO TO…

    • WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY by: admin

      December 12, 2009, 11:11

      ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY FOR THE SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY MOUNTAINS... THIS AFTERNOON THROUGH SUNDAY MORNING A STRONG STORM WILL ARRIVE IN SOUTHERN…

    • Weather WX by: admin

      December 11, 2009, 07:40

      ...WET WEATHER MOVING BACK INTO SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA THIS WEEKEND... A STRING OF DISTURBANCES OVER THE EAST PACIFIC WILL BE MOVING THROUGH SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA…

    • Weather Conditions WX by: admin

      December 10, 2009, 12:35

      Thursday Night...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain and snow. Patchy dense fog. Visibility one quarter mile or less at times. Lows 23 to 32 above 6000 feet…

    • Weather and Snow Conditions by: admin

      December 9, 2009, 10:58

      We're expecting excellent conditions on the mountain this weekend. With the exptra snow, conditions may be powder and packed powder. Get on the mountain!

    • Snow Storm Photos by: admin

      December 8, 2009, 16:54

      At 2:00 PM on Monday the storm was intensifying.  Our low temperature was 12 degrees. Leaving us with crisp blue skies.

    • Mountain Weather by: admin

      October 14, 2009, 06:22

      THROUGH 8 AM...LIGHT TO MODERATE RAINFALL WILL CONTINUE OVER ORANGE COUNTY...THE INLAND EMPIRE...AND THE SAN BERNARDINO MOUNTAINS THIS MORNING. RAINFALL OF ONE…

    • Weather WX by: admin

      October 13, 2009, 09:53

      Mountain Weather, Tuesday, October 13, 2009 Today: A 40 percent chance of rain. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 53. Southwest wind around 15 mph, with gusts…

    • Weather by: admin

      September 29, 2009, 07:54

      Wind Advisory - San Bernardino County Mountains (California)   A LOW PRESSURE SYSTEM WILL MOVE THROUGH CALIFORNIA TODAY AND WEDNESDAY. THIS WILL PRODUCE…

    • August Frosty Night by: admin

      August 8, 2009, 06:59

      I hope you brought your jackets and sweaters. The temperature plummeted during the night. Our neighbbor's roof at dawn was a little disconcerting to…

    • Cold night! by: admin

      August 7, 2009, 07:46

      Good morning from the COLD! Yes, this is August. Summer. Last night, the winds kept blowing and the temperatures plummeted. It became "jacket weather" as…

    • Weather-WX by: admin

      April 10, 2009, 14:45

      WIDELY SCATTERED SHOWERS AND ISOLATED THUNDERSTORMS WITH SNOW ABOVE 6500 FT WILL CONTINUE OVER THE SAN BERNARDINO MOUNTAINS THROUGH 3 PM. MAINLY LIGHT RAIN OR…

    • Snowing in Big Bear by: admin

      April 8, 2009, 16:15

      The west valley is clouded over and precipitation appears immanent. A special weather statement has been issued predicting the possibility of snow above 5000…

    • Weather Alert by: admin

      April 8, 2009, 02:57

      A WEAK PACIFIC STORM SYSTEM WILL CONTINUE TO WEAKEN...AND WILL BRING SCATTERED LIGHT SHOWERS TO SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA THIS EVENING THROUGH WEDNESDAY. THE COASTAL…

    • Easter Weekend Update by: admin

      April 6, 2009, 14:14

      It’s 2:00 PM on a Monday afternoon in the mountains of Southern California. The current temperature is 57 degrees and the skies are sunny and bright blue.…

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      March 23, 2009, 08:42

      Latest from Snow Summit: 3 inches of new snow yesterday, blue skies today! Packed powder, excellent coverage. Roads open, chains on Hwy. 330.

    • Big Bear Valley by: admin

      March 14, 2009, 11:02

      The weather this next week is expected to be sunny and clear. The snow conditions remain crisp in the mornings, but this may give way to “Spring…

    • Weather by: admin

      March 4, 2009, 16:02

      SCATTERED...MOSTLY LIGHT SHOWERS WILL CONTINUE THROUGH 5 PM. THE SHOWERS WERE MOVING TO THE EAST NORTHEAST AT ABOUT 20 MPH. RAINFALL AMOUNTS ARE EXPECTED TO…

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      February 16, 2009, 14:49

      Highway 18 is closed from the Big Bear Dam to Snow Valley. Parts of Artic Circle (HWY 18) have avalanched due to heavy precipitation. Chain restrictions are…

    • WINTER STORM WARNING by: admin

      February 16, 2009, 09:43

      ...NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT PST TONIGHT ABOVE 5000 FEET... HEAVY SNOW WILL SPREAD EASTWARD ACROSS THE SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY MOUNTAINS THIS MORNING INTO…

    • Hazardous Weather Outlook by: admin

      February 12, 2009, 13:01

      .DAY ONE...TODAY THROUGH TONIGHT * A WEAK COLD FRONT WILL BRING SOME LIGHT SHOWERS MAINLY THIS  MORNING. .DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...FRIDAY THROUGH WEDNESDAY …

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      February 11, 2009, 11:42

      The warm temperatures have helped clear some of the roads. Most of the roads coming into the Big Bear Valley are under R2 conditions. Hwy 18 is closed from…

    • Hazardous Weather Outlook by: admin

      February 11, 2009, 11:08

      ANOTHER COLD FRONT WILL BRING A CHANCE OF LIGHT SHOWERS EARLY THURSDAY AND GUSTY WEST WINDS TO THE MOUNTAINS AND DESERTS. A STRONGER LOW PRESSURE SYSTEM COULD…

    • Bedtime Update - Roads Closed by: admin

      February 9, 2009, 22:17

      It is just after 10pm. The road conditions are R-3! Even WITH 4 Wheel Drive, you need chains ON the tires. It is REALLY COLD! Stay home. Let Caltrans…

    • Winter Weather Advisory by: admin

      February 9, 2009, 13:33

      ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM PST THIS EVENING... Much of Big Bear Valley is experiencing winter white-out conditions. Highway 18 and…

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      February 9, 2009, 06:11

      Bear Mountain and Snow Summit have blown snow and received over a half foot of fresh powder last night! It's snowing hard this morning and some places in the…

    • roadconditions by: admin

      February 8, 2009, 11:14

      From what we can see across the Valley, road conditions are variable. Temperatures range from a "warm" 36 degrees in Baldwin Lake, to 31 degrees at the base of…

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      February 6, 2009, 08:14

      The Big Bear area received 4 inches of fresh snow over night, adding to their 18 to 36 inch base of machine groomed hard pack. The temperature at the base of…

    • Wind Advisory by: admin

      January 28, 2009, 16:16

      ...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM THURSDAY TO 2 PM PST FRIDAY... THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN SAN DIEGO HAS ISSUED A WIND ADVISORY...WHICH IS IN EFFECT…

    • Special Weather Statement -NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE by: admin

      January 22, 2009, 03:33

      AFTER ALMOST TWO WEEKS OF EXTREMELY WARM AND DRY WEATHER...RAIN IS EXPECTED TO RETURN TO SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA. A PACIFIC STORM LOCATED TO THE SOUTHWEST IS…

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      January 21, 2009, 11:08

      Bear Mountain and Snow Summit have both maintained a deep two to four foot snow pack. They are 100% open and the slopes are machine groomed packed powder.…

    • Weather Alert by: admin

      January 21, 2009, 10:31

      SPRINKLES OR LIGHT SHOWERS WILL MOVE NORTHWARD ACROSS THE AREA AT 30 MPH AND CONTINUE THROUGH 1 PM. AT 1005 AM SPRINKLES WERE MOVING THROUGH MUCH OF THE AREA.…

    • Snow Conditions and Things To Do by: admin

      January 10, 2009, 10:48

      It's 11:00 AM on Saturday. Temperatures are in the 50's  (Mountain Temperatures), it looks like most off the snow-making equipment has been turned off. If…

    • Friday January 9, 2009 -Weather by: admin

      January 9, 2009, 10:53

      At 7:49 PM last night (Thursday), Big Bear was rattled by a magnitude 4.5 quake. The quake was located 2 miles south southwest of the city of San Bernardino.…

    • Wednesday, January 7 by: admin

      January 7, 2009, 11:00

      Photo Courtesy of Bear Mountain Resorts Get an early start on the slopes today. The temperatures are gorgeous, and are expected to reach 60 today. Bring…

    • Tuesday, January 6th, Weather & Snow Conditions by: Yomama

      January 6, 2009, 09:21

      It's sunny and clear today. Expected high temperatures will be around 48 degrees. The snow at the Resorts should be perfect in the morning and late afternoon.…

    • Weather & Roads by: Yomama

      January 5, 2009, 11:47

      Today will be cold. The expected high temperature is 42 degrees and the skies are sunny. The roads are clear with no restrictions, but, as the temperatures…

  • Airport  (2)
    • Big Bear Air Show by: admin

      September 10, 2009, 18:13

      THE BEST PART OF THIS EVENT IS MEETING THE MEN WHO ARE CONNECTED TO THE AIRCRAFT AND OUR HISTORY. 

    • Airport and Big Bear Air by: admin

      June 27, 2009, 15:06

      This is a fantastic video developed for BigBearAir.com. If you've wondered what it was like to fly around Big Bear CA, sit back and press play!

  • Big Bear  (168)
    • Historic Holcomb Valley by: admin

      February 12, 2012, 07:38

      After you have caught your limit of fish and taken advantage of the many recreational facilities in the immense area of Big Bear Valley, take a trip into the…

    • Big Bear Road Conditions by: Yomama

      September 23, 2011, 12:15

      State Highway 38 to big Bear Lake will remain closed through the weekend.

    • Big Bear Chamber of Commerce, part 1 by: Yomama

      September 17, 2011, 04:43

      High among the wooded ranges of the California Sierras lies the historic Big Bear Lake Country. Sheltered by the snow-capped peaks of Greyback (Mount San…

    • Big Bear Lake is Southern California's Best Oktoberfest by: BigBear

      September 6, 2011, 13:42

      This year the Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest expands its bier garden for a more comfortable social area and enhances the entertainment lineup with more authentic…

    • Beer in Big Bear by: admin

      September 6, 2011, 12:41

        Big Bear Mountain Brewery Did you know Big Bear has it's own brewery? Located just west of the Village MAP), this small brewery provides great…

    • Big Bear CA – Migratory Songbirds by: BigBear

      September 6, 2011, 10:09

      Migrating songbirds stop in Big Bear CA. They rest in our trees, meadows, and stream banks. Some stay to nest and spend the summer, while others continue…

    • Big Bear CA - Cultural Heritage by: BigBear

      September 2, 2011, 08:48

      The San Bernardino National Forest is composed of four mountain ranges: the San Bernardino Mountains, the San Jacinto Mountains, the Santa Rosa Mountains, and…

    • Big Bear Road Conditions Improve by: Yomama

      June 17, 2011, 19:18

      Highway 330 (Hwy. 330) the most popular route to Big Bear, is now OPEN to all traffic in both directions. Hwy. 330 opened at 4 p.m. today and will remain…

    • Halloween in the Village Made Easy by: admin

      October 29, 2010, 12:30

      Halloween Pumpkins Big Bear Lake CA -Arrive early afternoon on Sunday and park in the public parking lot on Bartlett. You’ll be able to make use of the…

    • History by: admin

      January 27, 2010, 10:40

      Built by Guy Maltby, Big Bear City About Peter Pan Woodland Club Three hundred years ago the site of Big Bear City was a wilderness, a pristine valley…

    • Road Conditions and Emergency Shelters by: admin

      January 25, 2010, 11:37

      Looking towards Big Bear Lake -Gold Mountain, Butler Peak and Snow Summit  Snow Summit open, Bear Mountain closed! Road restrictions were approved by…

    • HWY 18 Road Conditions by: admin

      January 23, 2010, 15:08

      The Office of Emergency Services has ordered six CalFire Crews to Big Bear Lake and Big Bear City to help remove downed branches and debris. This will help…

    • Storm Photos by: admin

      January 22, 2010, 08:53

      Snow Accumulation Baldwin Lake -Big Bear CA There is sunshine in the east Big Bear Valley. The sun is poking through the clouds and we can finally see some of…

    • WEATHER WX Big Bear Lake by: admin

      January 15, 2010, 09:40

      SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE SAN DIEGO CA JAN 14 2010 ...BIG CHANGES IN THE WEATHER NEXT WEEK... MAJOR CHANGES ARE EXPECTED IN THE…

    • Holidays in Big Bear Lake by: admin

      December 22, 2009, 08:45

      Things to do around the Big Bear Valley Snowshoe Tours at The Discovery Center December 26, & 27, 2009 - 9:00am Come celebrate our winter…

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      December 22, 2009, 06:37

      HWY 330 -CHAINS ARE REQUIRED ON ALL VEHICLES EXCEPT 4-WHEEL-DRIVE VEHICLES WITH SNOW TIRES ON ALL 4 WHEELS FROM 2.5 MI EAST OF SAN BERNARDINO TO…

    • Christmas Tree Safety by: admin

      December 12, 2009, 12:45

      As you deck the halls this holiday season, be fire smart. A small fire that spreads to a Christmas tree can grow large very quickly. Picking the tree If…

    • WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY by: admin

      December 12, 2009, 11:11

      ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY FOR THE SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY MOUNTAINS... THIS AFTERNOON THROUGH SUNDAY MORNING A STRONG STORM WILL ARRIVE IN SOUTHERN…

    • Things To Do by: admin

      December 12, 2009, 02:21

      In this episode of “California Travel Tips," California travel expert Veronica Hill takes a ride on the Alpine Slide, located in Big Bear Lake, CA. Alpine…

    • Christmas Holiday Calendar 2009 by: admin

      November 17, 2009, 13:45

      Christmas Tree Lighting 2008  Santa’s Grand Arrival and Tree Lighting Festivities begin at approx. 4:30pm  After a long flight from the North Pole,…

    • Big Bear Snow Conditions by: admin

      November 2, 2009, 09:57

      Yes, we have snow conditions in Big Bear CA! Well...atleast on the mountain. Bear Mountain blew a foot of snow in the lower elevations and two feet of snow at…

    • Big Bear's Parkumentary by: admin

      October 28, 2009, 18:52

      Big Bear Mountain Resorts is proud to announce that their 2009 movie release, Parkumentary will be available in a nine part series online through Bear…

    • Big Bear's Parkumentary by: admin

      October 28, 2009, 18:52

      Big Bear Mountain Resorts is proud to announce that their 2009 movie release, Parkumentary will be available in a nine part series online through Bear…

    • Big Bear CA by: admin

      October 20, 2009, 12:22

      Things To Do October 23-25, 2009 39th Annual Oktoberfest October 24, 2009 The Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest runs for seven consecutive weekends, September 19…

    • Zip Line the Bear by: admin

      September 29, 2009, 05:58

      "Me, my brother, and sister having some fun on ziplines in big bear. Lots of fun. I recommend trying it if you head up there. It's called "Flying Bear…

    • Big Bear Lake by: admin

      September 29, 2009, 05:47

      October 3rd & 4th 39th Annual Oktoberfest Location: The Big Bear Convention Center Date: Saturday, 09/19/2009 Time: All Day URL: www.bigbearevent…

    • San Bernardino National Forest by: admin

      September 25, 2009, 11:24

      National Public Lands Day, September 26, 2009 Saturday & Sunday, September 19 & 20: Kids on Public Lands. 9am-4pm. The Big Bear Discovery Center…

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      September 22, 2009, 10:08

      Caltrans is expected to continue their road improvements through the month of September. They are focusing on Highway 18 in Big Bear City. Work is scheduled…

    • Run for Freedom by: admin

      September 17, 2009, 14:09

      3rd Annual 1st Lt. Jared M. Landaker Memorial Run for Freedom Big Bear Lake, CA Saturday, 09-26-09 Snow Summit, 880 Summit Blvd, Big Bear Lake (MAP) Event…

    • Big Bear by: admin

      September 16, 2009, 15:24

      California travel expert Veronica Hill tours Big Bear Lake in this episode of "California Travel Tips." This Big Bear video highlights Big Bear hotels such…

    • Big Bear Lake Marathon by: admin

      September 12, 2009, 10:44

      We put together this one minute clip of the start of the Big Bear Lake Marathon this morning!

    • Sugarloaf in the Morning by: admin

      September 11, 2009, 09:27

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    • Big Bear Lake Marathon by: admin

      September 3, 2009, 14:45

        Friday Nights in the Village Season Finale to Celebrate   Run the Bear, Big Bear Lake Marathon     On Friday September…

    • Labor Day Weekend, Big Bear Lake by: admin

      September 3, 2009, 13:41

      Top 10 Things to Do in Big Bear Lake This Weekend: 1. Fall Festival at The Convention Center Location: Big Bear Lake Convention Center Date: Saturday,…

    • Big Bear Marathon by: admin

      August 5, 2009, 08:51

      Join De'Anna Nunez, professional Hypnotherapist, weight loss expert, and all around fitness enthusiast in her training for the Run the Bear Marathon. Learn her…

    • Top 10 Thing to Do on 4th of July Weekend by: admin

      July 1, 2009, 13:57

      1. Fireworks on the Lake Come attend the biggest 4th of July fireworks display in Southern California. The fireworks are shot off from a barge on the…

    • Sky Chair Snow Summit by: admin

      June 28, 2009, 19:27

      Snow Summit runs the scenic Sky Chair daily during the summer (Big Bear Lake CA). A round trip ticket costs or, if you're a mountain biker, one way is .…

    • Airport and Big Bear Air by: admin

      June 27, 2009, 15:06

      This is a fantastic video developed for BigBearAir.com. If you've wondered what it was like to fly around Big Bear CA, sit back and press play!

    • Pirates on Big Bear Lake by: admin

      June 27, 2009, 12:14

      Holloway's Marina bought the Time Bandit (from the movie) and had the pirate ship brought up here. This is a short video of it on the Lake.

    • Off Roading by: admin

      June 25, 2009, 16:23

      Big Bear, deep in the heart of the San Bernardino Mountains offers incredible opportunities for off road driving (4x4). From simple drive through Holcomb…

    • Ryan Hall Interview by: admin

      June 23, 2009, 12:58

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    • Events in Big Bear by: admin

      June 17, 2009, 18:30

      Events in Big Bear CA June 20 - 21, 2009 Big Bear Multi-Hull Regatta –Satuday June 20 and Sunday June 21, The Big Bear Multi-hull Regatta is set to take…

    • Pirate Ship on the Lake by: admin

      June 13, 2009, 03:22

       

    • Waterskiing by: admin

      June 12, 2009, 19:56

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    • Big Bear Marathon by: admin

      June 11, 2009, 02:52

      The Big Bear Marathon is Saturday, September 12, in Big Bear Lake, CA. The event will also include a half marathon, a 5k run, a one mile kids run plus a 26…

    • Events by: admin

      June 10, 2009, 23:06

      June 13 & 14 Discovery Center Summer Concert Series: The Long Run: A Tribute To The Eagles- The Long Run: A Musical Tribute to The Eagles. Held at the…

    • Wooden Boats Big Bear Lake by: admin

      June 4, 2009, 18:38

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    • Weather-WX by: admin

      April 10, 2009, 14:45

      WIDELY SCATTERED SHOWERS AND ISOLATED THUNDERSTORMS WITH SNOW ABOVE 6500 FT WILL CONTINUE OVER THE SAN BERNARDINO MOUNTAINS THROUGH 3 PM. MAINLY LIGHT RAIN OR…

    • STIMULUS PACKAGE FOR VACATIONERS by: admin

      April 9, 2009, 12:58

        Up to 0 in Free Visa Gift Cards Eases Vacation Planning in Down Economy   BIG BEAR LAKE, Calif./ April 9, 2009 – Big has a stimulus package of…

    • Snowing in Big Bear by: admin

      April 8, 2009, 16:15

      The west valley is clouded over and precipitation appears immanent. A special weather statement has been issued predicting the possibility of snow above 5000…

    • July 4th Big Bear by: admin

      April 8, 2009, 13:28

          Lou Gramm, former lead singer of Foreigner, will perform at Swin Beach in Big Bear Lake this July 4th. There will be a special appearance by…

    • Weather Alert by: admin

      April 8, 2009, 02:57

      A WEAK PACIFIC STORM SYSTEM WILL CONTINUE TO WEAKEN...AND WILL BRING SCATTERED LIGHT SHOWERS TO SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA THIS EVENING THROUGH WEDNESDAY. THE COASTAL…

    • Big Bear's Farmer's Market by: admin

      April 7, 2009, 11:24

      There was a surprising turnout for the Farmer’s Market. Even though the temperature said 26 degrees, both vendors and farmers set up for the Market…

    • Big Bear's Farmer's Market by: admin

      April 7, 2009, 11:24

      There was a surprising turnout for the Farmer’s Market. Even though the temperature said 26 degrees, both vendors and farmers set up for the Market…

    • Farmer's Market by: admin

      April 6, 2009, 23:01

      The Big Bear Farmer's Market returns to the Convention Center parking lot every Tuesday morning from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM begining tomorrow. This market is…

    • Farmer's Market by: admin

      April 6, 2009, 23:01

      The Big Bear Farmer's Market returns to the Convention Center parking lot every Tuesday morning from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM begining tomorrow. This market is…

    • Easter Weekend Update by: admin

      April 6, 2009, 14:14

      It’s 2:00 PM on a Monday afternoon in the mountains of Southern California. The current temperature is 57 degrees and the skies are sunny and bright blue.…

    • Fishing by: admin

      April 1, 2009, 16:35

      Big Bear Lake will host a Fishn' for 50K trout derby on May 30 & 31. Catch a trout worth ,000. http://tinyurl.com/dyhsnf Trout Fishing

    • Boating by: admin

      April 1, 2009, 12:24

            The Big Bear Municipal Water District has opened the West Ramp on the north shore for public boat launch. The summer hours of operation are…

    • Big Bear CA by: admin

      March 28, 2009, 12:47

      The Ski Resorts expect to be open through the Easter Holidays. Meanwhile, Spring is starting to poke through. Daytime temperatures are ranging in the…

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      March 23, 2009, 08:42

      Latest from Snow Summit: 3 inches of new snow yesterday, blue skies today! Packed powder, excellent coverage. Roads open, chains on Hwy. 330.

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      March 22, 2009, 17:01

      5:00 PM Sunday, Chain Restrictions State Highway 18- CHAINS ARE REQUIRED ON ALL VEHICLES EXCEPT 4-WHEEL-DRIVE VEHICLES WITH SNOWTIRES ON ALL 4 WHEELS FROM…

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      March 22, 2009, 11:59

      CHAINS ARE REQUIRED ON ALL VEHICLES EXCEPT 4-WHEEL-DRIVE VEHICLES WITH SNOW TIRES ON ALL 4 WHEELS FROM 3 MI EAST OF THE JCT OF SR 173 TO SUMMIT BLVD IN BIG…

    • Weather by: admin

      March 22, 2009, 11:39

      A HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM PDT MONDAY. A PACIFIC STORM IS MOVING RAPIDLY SOUTHEAST THROUGH SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA TODAY...WITH VERY STRONG…

    • Pacific Crest Trail by: admin

      March 19, 2009, 11:49

      We took a short hike over to the Pacific Crest Trail this morning.  The weather is sunny but overcast. The above photo was taken looking at the east end of…

    • Fishing by: admin

      March 19, 2009, 08:07

      Big Bear Lake is one of the best lakes in Southern California for catching rainbow trout. The Department of Fish and Game keeps the lake well stocked and…

    • Big Bear by: admin

      March 18, 2009, 15:30

      This picture should say it all. The weather is near 60 degrees. The skies are clear blue and the air is crisp. Eventhough it's Spring, the Resorts still…

    • Big Bear Lake Fire Department by: admin

      March 18, 2009, 14:27

          The Big Bear Lake Fire Protection District was formed for fire suppression services in 1927. Since that time emergency medical services and…

    • Big Bear Museum by: admin

      March 17, 2009, 15:46

      The old post office and general store are going to move to the Big Bear Museum! A small cabin,  located across from Juniper Point (Google Map), has been…

    • Big Bear Airport L35 by: admin

      March 17, 2009, 12:57

      Before heading to Big Bear by airplane, there are several unique issues to be aware of; density altitude in the summer, unique wind conditions and…

    • Big Bear Snow Play -Alpine Slide by: admin

      March 16, 2009, 16:42

      A short video of Alpine Slide in Big Bear, CA

    • Hiking Holcomb Valley by: admin

      March 16, 2009, 15:57

      Saturday was beautiful. The temperatures were in the mid-fifties and the sky was a deep bright blue. We wanted to go out and take some pictures so we thought…

    • Big Bear Valley by: admin

      March 14, 2009, 11:02

      The weather this next week is expected to be sunny and clear. The snow conditions remain crisp in the mornings, but this may give way to “Spring…

    • Events this Weekend by: admin

      March 11, 2009, 08:28

      March 13-15 Music at The Mansion -The Arts Council of Big Bear Valley proudly presents Music at the Mansion. This special event will be held on Sunday March…

    • Historic Photos by: admin

      March 7, 2009, 11:59

      We just loaded more than 40 historic images of Big Bear to Facebook. Here's the link: http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=2009537&id=1159121012&l=77b…

    • Snowboard and Ski for Free by: admin

      March 7, 2009, 09:32

      Hit the slopes for FREE with Big Bear Mountain Resorts' Screamin' Deal on 2009/2010 Season Passes! Beginning March 9, 2009, purchase a season pass for…

    • Coupon -McDonalds by: admin

      March 6, 2009, 12:54

      Click on the image and follow the link to the coupon. The McDonald's coupon is good for Big Bear, Lake Arrowhead and Crestline.

    • Out of Bounds by: admin

      March 6, 2009, 11:57

      This short video shows what two feet of fresh powder looks like in Big Bear. It's a home-made video and a lot of fun. Coming to Big Bear? Big Bear Cabins.

    • Weather by: admin

      March 4, 2009, 16:02

      SCATTERED...MOSTLY LIGHT SHOWERS WILL CONTINUE THROUGH 5 PM. THE SHOWERS WERE MOVING TO THE EAST NORTHEAST AT ABOUT 20 MPH. RAINFALL AMOUNTS ARE EXPECTED TO…

    • Big Bear Today by: admin

      March 4, 2009, 09:28

      The Forest Service will be burning piles of wood today. They are doing a test burn this morning. If successful, they will begin over in the Angelus Oaks area,…

    • Mountain Monster Rail Jam Video by: admin

      March 3, 2009, 09:07

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    • Road Conditions by: admin

      March 3, 2009, 09:04

      All roads leading into and through the Valley are open with no restrictions. If you are traveling through the west side of Fawnskin, you will encounter…

    • Things To Do by: admin

      February 26, 2009, 13:42

      Spring feels like it is getting closer. The mountains are still covered in snow and the Resorts are full of boarders and skiers. But the daytime temperatures…

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      February 20, 2009, 14:53

      Highway 18 re-opened at noon today. State and local crews worked hard to remove piles of snow and managed to open the road early. All roads leading into Big…

    • It's the Weekend by: admin

      February 20, 2009, 08:12

        If you are coming to Big Bear this weekend, check your route before heading up. Highway 18 is closed from Running Springs to the Big Bear Dam.…

    • It's the Weekend by: admin

      February 20, 2009, 08:12

        If you are coming to Big Bear this weekend, check your route before heading up. Highway 18 is closed from Running Springs to the Big Bear Dam.…

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      February 19, 2009, 16:09

      Highway 18 expected to re-open late Friday. Caltrans and local teams have worked around the clock to remove the snow that avalanched across highway 18. Until…

    • Big Bear Vacations by: admin

      February 19, 2009, 07:35

      Big Bear Lake Tour The four seasons of Big Bear are sharply defined. Springtime in the Valley brings a dramatic respite from winter’s snowy grip, as Big…

    • Winter Driving by: admin

      February 17, 2009, 07:58

      Road Conditions are R2 this morning. Audi S6 in Winter Driving School.

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      February 16, 2009, 14:49

      Highway 18 is closed from the Big Bear Dam to Snow Valley. Parts of Artic Circle (HWY 18) have avalanched due to heavy precipitation. Chain restrictions are…

    • WINTER STORM WARNING by: admin

      February 16, 2009, 09:43

      ...NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT PST TONIGHT ABOVE 5000 FEET... HEAVY SNOW WILL SPREAD EASTWARD ACROSS THE SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY MOUNTAINS THIS MORNING INTO…

    • Hazardous Weather Outlook by: admin

      February 12, 2009, 13:01

      .DAY ONE...TODAY THROUGH TONIGHT * A WEAK COLD FRONT WILL BRING SOME LIGHT SHOWERS MAINLY THIS  MORNING. .DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...FRIDAY THROUGH WEDNESDAY …

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      February 11, 2009, 11:42

      The warm temperatures have helped clear some of the roads. Most of the roads coming into the Big Bear Valley are under R2 conditions. Hwy 18 is closed from…

    • Bear Mountain by: admin

      February 11, 2009, 11:11

      More Snow Conditions

    • Hazardous Weather Outlook by: admin

      February 11, 2009, 11:08

      ANOTHER COLD FRONT WILL BRING A CHANCE OF LIGHT SHOWERS EARLY THURSDAY AND GUSTY WEST WINDS TO THE MOUNTAINS AND DESERTS. A STRONGER LOW PRESSURE SYSTEM COULD…

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      February 10, 2009, 09:07

        Chris Bradshaw -Bear Mountain Both Bear Mountain and Snow Summit have a snow pack of 24 to 44 inches of packed powder. On top of the natural snowfall, both…

    • Recession Intervention by: admin

      February 10, 2009, 08:56

      Attention all snow lovers: Don't put off your love for snow sports this season – head to Big Bear Mountain Resorts for fun on the slopes – close to…

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      February 10, 2009, 08:38

      This last storm, which came in Sunday evening, left Big Bear with more than 18 inches of perfect power. If you are planning a trip up the mountain, you will…

    • Bedtime Update - Roads Closed by: admin

      February 9, 2009, 22:17

      It is just after 10pm. The road conditions are R-3! Even WITH 4 Wheel Drive, you need chains ON the tires. It is REALLY COLD! Stay home. Let Caltrans…

    • Winter Weather Advisory by: admin

      February 9, 2009, 13:33

      ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM PST THIS EVENING... Much of Big Bear Valley is experiencing winter white-out conditions. Highway 18 and…

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      February 9, 2009, 06:11

      Bear Mountain and Snow Summit have blown snow and received over a half foot of fresh powder last night! It's snowing hard this morning and some places in the…

    • RODEO by: admin

      February 8, 2009, 11:42

      One of the most exciting and colorful traditions of the Old West is carried on right in Big Bear Valley when the Vaqueros de las Montanas stage their annual…

    • roadconditions by: admin

      February 8, 2009, 11:14

      From what we can see across the Valley, road conditions are variable. Temperatures range from a "warm" 36 degrees in Baldwin Lake, to 31 degrees at the base of…

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      February 6, 2009, 08:14

      The Big Bear area received 4 inches of fresh snow over night, adding to their 18 to 36 inch base of machine groomed hard pack. The temperature at the base of…

    • Airport History by: admin

      February 3, 2009, 11:01

      Access by Air -1959 Big Bear City airport, owned by Ted M. Page of Monrovia, is situated at the east end of Big Bear Lake and is rapidly becoming popular among…

    • “Sunshine Route” to Bear Valley Well Under Way -September 2,1959 by: admin

      February 3, 2009, 10:47

      Known officially as Federal Highway 68, the new 26-ft. two lane highway which will join the upper Santa Ana river Canyon to the east end of Big Bear Valley is…

    • Big Bear Village by: admin

      January 30, 2009, 11:16

      There are several shopping areas in the Big Bear Valley; The Village, Moonridge, the Von’s/Stater Brothers area, along Big Bear Boulevard (through Big…

    • Wind Advisory by: admin

      January 28, 2009, 16:16

      ...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM THURSDAY TO 2 PM PST FRIDAY... THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN SAN DIEGO HAS ISSUED A WIND ADVISORY...WHICH IS IN EFFECT…

    • Big Bear -Eagles by: admin

      January 28, 2009, 15:23

      WHERE TO LOOK FOR EAGLES During the day, eagles are usually seen perched on snags or dead-topped trees along the shore of the lake. They sit there…

    • Recreational Shooting by: admin

      January 27, 2009, 05:42

      Recreational (target) shooting is allowed only in designated shooting areas in the San Bernardino National Forest. Please call your local ranger station (909)…

    • Hunting by: admin

      January 27, 2009, 05:29

      Hunting is permitted during open seasons. Popular game animals are mule deer, mountain and valley quail, and turkey. Band-tailed pigeons, cottontail rabbits,…

    • Mountain Biking by: admin

      January 27, 2009, 04:15

      Mountain Biking is a growing sport in the San Bernardino Mountains. Riding is permitted on many public roads and trails. Riding is not permitted on the…

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      January 26, 2009, 16:52

      All roads leading into the Big Bear Valley are open, there are no restricitions. The temperature in the east valley is around 25 degrees at nearly 5:00 PM.…

    • Snow Report by: admin

      January 26, 2009, 08:57

      It's a Powder Day in Big Bear! The Resorts received a fresh batch of snow last night, on top of using the snowmaking equipment all night. Both resorts have a…

    • Chains Required by: admin

      January 26, 2009, 08:29

      The Big Bear Valley received about six inches of snow last night. All roads are requiring chains: HIGHWAY 330 -CHAINS ARE REQUIRED ON ALL VEHICLES EXCEPT…

    • San Bernardino National Forest by: admin

      January 24, 2009, 11:39

        Many visitors know about the numerous recreational opportunities available in the San Bernardino Mountains during the day. Hiking, fishing, bicycling,…

    • Tips for Driving in the Fog by: admin

      January 24, 2009, 02:10

      Because of limited visibility, driving in foggy conditions is considered to be more dangerous than driving in rain or snow. Fog is condensed water vapor that…

    • Eagle Watching Tips by: admin

      January 23, 2009, 17:26

      The Big Bear Valley has the largest wintering population of Bald Eagles in Southern California. The eagle has made a remarkable comeback since the…

    • Big Bear Real Estate by: admin

      January 23, 2009, 14:25

        Before investing in a second home in the mountains, it’s important to know the economic health of the area.   Big Bear Lake is the third smallest city…

    • Road Conditions -Update by: admin

      January 23, 2009, 10:06

      Highy 38 has re-opened. All roads leading into the Big Bear Valley are open without restrictions. Please drive carefully, conditions are still foggy.

    • Snowboarding The Park -Bear Mountain by: admin

      January 23, 2009, 09:22

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    • Accident Temporarily Closed Highway 38 by: admin

      January 23, 2009, 09:19

      SR 38 IS CLOSED FROM 4.6 MI EAST TO 5.6 MI EAST OF ONXY SUMMIT - DUE TO AN ACCIDENT - A DETOUR IS AVAILABLE. According to the Sheriff's Department, there is a…

    • Today's Weather -Friday, Jan 23, 2009 by: admin

      January 23, 2009, 09:07

      ISOLATED TO WIDELY SCATTERED LIGHT SHOWERS WILL CONTINUE THROUGH NOON. AT 845 AM THE HEAVIEST SHOWERS WERE OVER THE COASTAL AREAS MOVING NORTH AT ABOUT 25 MPH.…

    • Today's Weather -Friday, Jan 23, 2009 by: admin

      January 23, 2009, 09:07

      ISOLATED TO WIDELY SCATTERED LIGHT SHOWERS WILL CONTINUE THROUGH NOON. AT 845 AM THE HEAVIEST SHOWERS WERE OVER THE COASTAL AREAS MOVING NORTH AT ABOUT 25 MPH.…

    • Board & Ski Rentals by: admin

      January 23, 2009, 08:52

      Best Snowboard and Ski Rentals in Big Bear Not everyone has their own equipment and there are several places to rent what you need boards or skis for the…

    • Ski Snow Summit by: admin

      January 22, 2009, 04:21

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    • Winter Driving Tips by: admin

      January 22, 2009, 04:07

      Stay home and avoid driving in bad conditions if possible. Don’t drive if you are sleepy. Let someone know your travel plans and itinerary. Make…

    • San Bernardino National Forest Resumes Winter Pile Burning by: admin

      January 22, 2009, 03:41

      SAN BERNARDINO, Calif., January 20, 2009— Fire crews are resuming winter pile burning at various locations across the San Bernardino National Forest. The…

    • Special Weather Statement -NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE by: admin

      January 22, 2009, 03:33

      AFTER ALMOST TWO WEEKS OF EXTREMELY WARM AND DRY WEATHER...RAIN IS EXPECTED TO RETURN TO SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA. A PACIFIC STORM LOCATED TO THE SOUTHWEST IS…

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      January 21, 2009, 11:08

      Bear Mountain and Snow Summit have both maintained a deep two to four foot snow pack. They are 100% open and the slopes are machine groomed packed powder.…

    • Mountain Road Conditions, Wed, Jan 21, 2009 by: admin

      January 21, 2009, 10:38

      SR 18- 1-WAY CONTROLLED TRAFFIC AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS FROM BIG BEAR DAM TO 1.4 MI EAST OF BIG BEAR DAM FROM 0830 HRS TO 1600 HRS ON WEDNESDAY,  1/21/09 - DUE…

    • Weather Alert by: admin

      January 21, 2009, 10:31

      SPRINKLES OR LIGHT SHOWERS WILL MOVE NORTHWARD ACROSS THE AREA AT 30 MPH AND CONTINUE THROUGH 1 PM. AT 1005 AM SPRINKLES WERE MOVING THROUGH MUCH OF THE AREA.…

    • 4x4 Big Bear by: admin

      January 19, 2009, 13:52

        My last post was about going off-road in winter conditions. I didn’t mention that you needed a 4x4 because it seemed obvious.   After posting the…

    • Big Bear Off-Roading –WINTER by: admin

      January 17, 2009, 09:42

        The Big Bear area has over 460 miles of trails winding through its mountains and valleys. The conditions can vary dramatically in the winter time. Going…

    • History -1959 Angling Rules Outlined by: admin

      January 16, 2009, 09:12

      Important changes in 1959 regulations were adopted by the California Fish and Game Commission on February 27th, mainly with regard to a reduction in limit…

    • Big Bear Lake Discovery Center by: admin

      January 15, 2009, 16:58

      The Big Bear Lake Discovery Center is a child and pet friendly environment. It was established 10 years ago for education and information by the San Bernardino…

    • Bellamy Brothers in Big Bear Lake by: admin

      January 15, 2009, 11:50

      The Bellamy Brothers will perform in Big Bear Lake on Saturday, February 7, at 8:00 PM. They are sponsored by the Big Bear Lake Performing Arts Center…

    • From the 1959 Sportsman’s Fishing & Vacation Guide by: admin

      January 15, 2009, 05:53

      Just Fish Talk You may fish for Rainbow Trout as well as bass, channel catfish, bluegill and crappie in the waters of Big bear Lake.  Fingerlings and…

    • Ski Big Bear by: admin

      January 15, 2009, 04:35

      Big Bear enjoys two Resorts, Bear Mountain and Snow Summit. Both Resorts have features and jibs for both snowboarders and skiers. Bear Mountain tends to…

    • Big Bear Restaurants by: admin

      January 15, 2009, 03:57

      Big Bear has lots of restaurants priced to fit any type of budget. From Burger King and Dominos to Stillwell’s and North Shore Café in Fawnskin, you’ll…

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      January 14, 2009, 08:12

      Snow coverage is excellent. Both Resorts have a two to four foot base of machine groomed hard pack. Since the high temperatures today will be in the mid-fifties…

    • All Roads Open by: admin

      January 13, 2009, 12:40

      The detour on State Highway 18 has been lifted. All Roads leading into Big Bear are open, there are no restrictions.

    • Detour on HWY 18 by: admin

      January 13, 2009, 12:00

      HWY 18 IS CLOSED 5.4 MI EAST OF THE JCT OF SR 247 AT HIGH RD, DUE TO AN ACCIDENT - A DETOUR IS AVAILABE.

    • Eagle Census -San Bernardino National Forest by: admin

      January 13, 2009, 11:49

      The San Bernardino National Forest, assisted by volunteers, conducted it’s 30th annual Winter 2009 census. The January census counted eight adults and four…

    • HIGH WIND WARNING by: admin

      January 13, 2009, 10:59

      A HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM PST THIS AFTERNOON. SANTA ANA WINDS WILL CONTINUE THROUGH THIS MORNING WITH GUSTS TO AROUND 60 MPH...EXCEPT…

    • Snowshoe the Bear by: admin

      January 13, 2009, 08:25

      Kahtoola in conjunction with Equada Outfitters and the Big Bear Events Office will sponsor “Snowshoe the Bear,” Feburary 7, 2009. Regardless of whether…

    • This Week in Big Bear by: admin

      January 13, 2009, 07:14

      This week looks like it will be beautiful. The skies are expected to remain mostly clear and sunny with day time high temperatures reaching the mid-50’s and…

    • Volcom Peanut Butter and Rail Jam by: admin

      January 10, 2009, 15:31

      Bear Mountain plays host tomorrow to Volcom's international Peanit Butter and Rail Jam. This is a free amateur snowboard series.  Online Registration PBRJ…

    • Mountain Cabins -Bartlett's by: admin

      January 10, 2009, 13:01

      Here are some early images of cabins that were part of Bartlett's Camp (MAP). Note the beautiful detail put into each of the cabins.

    • Mountain Cabins -Bartlett's by: admin

      January 10, 2009, 13:01

      Here are some early images of cabins that were part of Bartlett's Camp (MAP). Note the beautiful detail put into each of the cabins.

    • HIGH WIND WARNING ISSUED by: admin

      January 10, 2009, 11:08

      The National Weather Service issued the following weather adivsory this morning: STRONG...POTENTIALLY DAMAGING SANTA ANA WINDS WILL CONTINUE THROUGH THE…

    • Snow Conditions and Things To Do by: admin

      January 10, 2009, 10:48

      It's 11:00 AM on Saturday. Temperatures are in the 50's  (Mountain Temperatures), it looks like most off the snow-making equipment has been turned off. If…

    • History -Bartlett's CABINS and Camp by: admin

      January 10, 2009, 10:09

      Here is another old photo of Bartlett's camp. Since this is an image of the General Store, I'm wondering if the location is at the Chamber of Commerce Parking…

    • Friday January 9, 2009 -Weather by: admin

      January 9, 2009, 10:53

      At 7:49 PM last night (Thursday), Big Bear was rattled by a magnitude 4.5 quake. The quake was located 2 miles south southwest of the city of San Bernardino.…

    • Southern California Snow Conditions by: admin

      January 9, 2009, 10:26

      Bear Mountain (MAP) and Snow Summit (MAP) are holding their snow pack at two to four feet of machine groomed packed powder. At 10:00 AM, Resort temperatures…

    • Winter Hiking by: admin

      January 8, 2009, 04:07

      During the winter, the best hiking is out in the east valley, especially behind Baldwin Lake. Daytime temperatures are usually warmer causing the snow to melt.…

    • Wednesday, January 7 by: admin

      January 7, 2009, 11:00

      Photo Courtesy of Bear Mountain Resorts Get an early start on the slopes today. The temperatures are gorgeous, and are expected to reach 60 today. Bring…

    • Roy Rogers and Big Bear History by: admin

      January 7, 2009, 10:30

      Movies have the ability to affect opinions and tell us powerful stories. For the Big Bear California area, movies can be a glimpse into the past. One of the…

    • Pacific Crest Trail Video by: admin

      January 6, 2009, 22:36

      This short video was taken from the Pacific Crest Trail. It shows Big Bear Lake, Bear Mountain and Snow Summit, plus San Gorgornio Mountain. The Pacific Crest…

    • Bartlett's Camp by: admin

      January 6, 2009, 22:06

      I'm not sure about the date of these images. The first one shows men from Bartlett's Camp. The camp was located in the area now occupied by the Chamber of…

    • Bartlett's Camp by: admin

      January 6, 2009, 22:06

      I'm not sure about the date of these images. The first one shows men from Bartlett's Camp. The camp was located in the area now occupied by the Chamber of…

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      January 6, 2009, 12:25

      County and City are continuing to clear up the roads. You may experience some delays. There are no chain restrictions and the roads are clear.

    • Bear Mountain Opening Week by: Yomama

      January 6, 2009, 11:30

      This is a short home-made video of Bear Mountain shot during their opening week (prior to the four foot snowfall).

    • Snowboarding Video by: Yomama

      January 6, 2009, 09:37

      There are lots of features to go off at Bear Mountain.  This video showcases what the mountain has to offer and has cool camera shots of great snowboarding…

    • Tuesday, January 6th, Weather & Snow Conditions by: Yomama

      January 6, 2009, 09:21

      It's sunny and clear today. Expected high temperatures will be around 48 degrees. The snow at the Resorts should be perfect in the morning and late afternoon.…

    • Stillwells by: Yomama

      January 5, 2009, 12:15

      Stillwell's on-the-Lake-Front was a well know club in early Big Bear. It supplied hotel rooms, cabins, boats and entertainment. "No California excursion…

    • Winter Wonderland by: Yomama

      January 5, 2009, 11:36

      This winter has been exceptional. We have a good base of snow and kids of any age will have fun. The snowboard and ski conditions are good. We have a base of…

    • Hello world! by: admin

      January 4, 2009, 23:39

      Welcome to Big Bear. This is our first post.

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    • Big Bear Lake News by: BigBear

      February 8, 2012, 16:42

      The news for Big Bear Lake includes Snowshie the Bear, plans for the new pool, Amgen Tour of California Route Announcement and advice on how to clean up your…

    • VALENTINE’S DAY RED-HOT SPECIALS  by: BigBear

      January 25, 2012, 17:05

      Big Bear Lake serves the ideal setting for a romantic winter getaway with two top-notch ski resorts, candlelight dining, comfy accommodations with wood-burning…

    • Big Bear CA News by: BigBear

      January 23, 2012, 15:36

      Top Big Bear Lake news stories for the week.

    • Big Bear to Lake Arrowhead - County Parking by: BigBear

      December 14, 2011, 08:34

      Big Bear Lake, CA – Today, Chief Executive Officer Greg Devereaux updated the Board of Supervisors regarding Supervisor Neil Derry’s proposal to ease the…

    • Road Conditions by: BigBear

      December 13, 2011, 11:25

      Caltrans has kept us at R2 road conditions. Four wheel drive vehicles are not required to chain-up.

    • Big Bear Lake News by: BigBear

      November 17, 2011, 16:12

      In what amounts to outright thievery by Governor Jerry Brown and the State of California, the Board of Forestry and Fire Protection overrode its previous…

    • Big Bear City's Pan Hot Springs by: BigBear

      October 20, 2011, 10:52

      A month, fortnight or weekend spent at Pan Hot Springs and Inn will prove the most enjoyable vacation you ever had! Beautifully situated between Big Bear and…

    • Road Conditions Alert by: Yomama

      September 20, 2011, 10:39

      A fuel tanker overturned on SR 38 last night at approximately 10:00 p.m. As a result almost 9,000 gallons of fuel was spilled on the roadway and in a turnout…

    • Big Bear Lake Communities by: Yomama

      September 15, 2011, 05:22

      Three delightful mountain communities are located near the shores of Big Bear Lake, and they serve as “home base” for the many different kinds of activities…

    • Big Bear Lake - HWY 330 Reopening by: Yomama

      June 15, 2011, 16:14

      Assemblyman Paul Cook (R-Yucca Valley) and Caltrans are pleased to announce that SR-330 will open permanently following a ceremony on Friday, June 17 to…

    • California Mountain Resorts by: admin

      February 17, 2011, 10:52

      Resorts in this region number almost a hundred with every kind of service available. Hotels have been built – thoroly (sp) modern structures with…

    • Road Conditions Video Big Bear CA by: admin

      February 10, 2011, 07:07

      Caltrans is in the midst of road repair for State Highway 330. Completion estimates range from one to two years. The video below shows the condition of…

    • Mountain Resorts by: admin

      January 26, 2011, 15:24

      A Mountain Vacation has complete enjoyment! The scenic pine covered ranges of Southern California mountains provide a glorious playground with an…

    • Conditions in the Southern California Mountains by: admin

      January 21, 2011, 12:40

      A Big Bear CA Weekend Expect great conditions in Big Bear City and Big Bear Lake CA this weekend. Spring-like temperatures have given way to amazing…

    • Big Bear City Real Estate by: admin

      January 20, 2011, 09:33

      This is from the Big Bear Land and Water Company Real Estate Booklet dated June 1st, 1925: Building Big Bear City in the Heart of Big Bear Valley Bare…

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      January 19, 2011, 11:27

      Updated: It's 1:00 PM, Wed Jan 19th and HWY 38 has re-opened! Hwy 38 leading into Big Bear City and Big Bear Lake CA has been closed since 8:30 AM due to 2…

    • Big Bear CA Current Weather and Road Conditions for Travel by: admin

      January 1, 2011, 08:34

      Current conditions in both Big Bear Lake and Big Bear City CA are sunny, clear skies and 18 degrees at 8:00 AM on New Years Day. Temperatures are expected…

    • Big Bear CA Road and Weather Conditions by: admin

      December 28, 2010, 10:15

      State Highway 330 is completely CLOSED due to storm damage. State Highway 18: IS CLOSED TO TRACTOR-TRAILER SEMIS & BUSES ONLY FROM 2.2 MI NORTH OF…

    • Big Bear’s Holiday Images California by: admin

      November 30, 2010, 03:25

      White snow fills the Valley and reflects the beauty of the rainbow. Our skies are clear blue and the air is fresh. Ring in the Holiday season with…

    • Reserve Your Big Bear Holiday by: admin

      November 9, 2010, 09:44

      Bookings for Holidays are up; it’s Advised to Book Early for Lake Lodging Big Bear Lake, Calif./ November 8, 2010 – Big Bear Lake Resort Association…

    • Easy School Donations by: admin

      September 24, 2010, 10:20

      Big Bear High School 1933 In times such as these when the education budget is constantly being cut, it is invaluable to have the community's support to…

    • Big Bear Events by: admin

      September 16, 2010, 05:52

      Friday Nights in the Village September 17, 2010 - 5:00pm to 8:00pm Come to the Village in Big Bear every Friday night to enjoy family entertainm…

    • Big Bear Lake Community Rides by: admin

      April 29, 2010, 09:14

      Sponsored by the Big Bear Chamber of Commerce Do you have a bike in your garage that is covered with dust and cobwebs? If so, dust it off and come join the…

    • Old Miner's Days -Big Bear Lake by: admin

      January 30, 2010, 16:03

      Old Miner's Days has been a long tradition in Big Bear Lake. We went into our collection of Big Bear Lake ephemera and found these advertisements that were…

    • Old Miner's Days -Big Bear Lake by: admin

      January 30, 2010, 16:03

      Old Miner's Days has been a long tradition in Big Bear Lake. We went into our collection of Big Bear Lake ephemera and found these advertisements that were…

    • History by: admin

      January 27, 2010, 10:40

      Built by Guy Maltby, Big Bear City About Peter Pan Woodland Club Three hundred years ago the site of Big Bear City was a wilderness, a pristine valley…

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      January 26, 2010, 11:24

      Both Bear Mountain and Snow Summit are experiencing epic conditions. The last storm increase the snow base to 48-84 inches of machine groomed packed powder.…

    • Peter Pan Woodland Club by: admin

      December 16, 2009, 09:04

      This is a copy of the rules and regulations of the Peter Pan Woodland Club from 1931. The Club was a world class resort built by Guy Maltby. Located in Big…

  • Big Bear Lake  (120)
    • Live Theatre in Big Bear Lake Village by: BigBear

      May 16, 2012, 07:00

      The 2012 Big Bear Summer Theater Festival will open with “Clarence Darrow,” an in-depth look at the life and time of America’s most famous lawyer, at 7…

    • Big Bear Lake - New Beauty Procedures! by: BigBear

      March 13, 2012, 14:50

      Elevations Day Spa in Big Bear Lake has expanded their beauty, anti-aging and aesthetics treatments to include high level medically- trained beauty procedures.…

    • Big Bear Lake News by: BigBear

      February 8, 2012, 16:42

      The news for Big Bear Lake includes Snowshie the Bear, plans for the new pool, Amgen Tour of California Route Announcement and advice on how to clean up your…

    • Plunge into Big Bear Lake by: BigBear

      February 1, 2012, 17:02

      Big Bear Lake’s water gets rather frigid in the wintertime with lake temperatures dipping into the low 30s, sometimes into the 20s. So why would anyone…

    • VALENTINE’S DAY RED-HOT SPECIALS  by: BigBear

      January 25, 2012, 17:05

      Big Bear Lake serves the ideal setting for a romantic winter getaway with two top-notch ski resorts, candlelight dining, comfy accommodations with wood-burning…

    • Big Bear CA News by: BigBear

      January 23, 2012, 15:36

      Top Big Bear Lake news stories for the week.

    • Big Bear to Lake Arrowhead - County Parking by: BigBear

      December 14, 2011, 08:34

      Big Bear Lake, CA – Today, Chief Executive Officer Greg Devereaux updated the Board of Supervisors regarding Supervisor Neil Derry’s proposal to ease the…

    • Road Conditions by: BigBear

      December 13, 2011, 11:25

      Caltrans has kept us at R2 road conditions. Four wheel drive vehicles are not required to chain-up.

    • Big Bear Lake News by: BigBear

      November 17, 2011, 16:12

      In what amounts to outright thievery by Governor Jerry Brown and the State of California, the Board of Forestry and Fire Protection overrode its previous…

    • Big Bear CA - Amgen Tour of California by: BigBear

      November 3, 2011, 15:36

      The American equivalent of the Tour de France cycling road race will return to Big Bear in 2012 after garnering rave reviews by organizers of the Amgen Tour of…

    • STAGE 6 FINISH -- BIG BEAR LAKE  by: BigBear

      November 3, 2011, 05:38

      Today AEG, the official race presenter of the Amgen Tour of California, announced its 13 Host Cities for the 2012 Amgen Tour of California professional road…

    • Big Bear Lake Gets Tour of California by: BigBear

      November 3, 2011, 05:30

      After reviewing more than 100 submissions from cities throughout California hoping to be named official start or finish locations, AEG, presenter of the Amgen…

    • Explore Big Bear Lake by: BigBear

      October 27, 2011, 10:55

      Action Segway Tours introduces a new and environmentally friendly approach to explore Big Bear Lake by means of electric two-wheeled Segway Personal…

    • Road Conditions Alert by: Yomama

      September 20, 2011, 10:39

      A fuel tanker overturned on SR 38 last night at approximately 10:00 p.m. As a result almost 9,000 gallons of fuel was spilled on the roadway and in a turnout…

    • Big Bear Lake Communities by: Yomama

      September 15, 2011, 05:22

      Three delightful mountain communities are located near the shores of Big Bear Lake, and they serve as “home base” for the many different kinds of activities…

    • Stillwells at Big Bear Lake by: BigBear

      September 12, 2011, 05:16

      Stillwell's Camp was a well known Big Bear Lake destination in the 1930's. Accommodations included lake side cabins or hotel stlye.

    • Big Bear Lake, An Early Guide for Sightseers by: BigBear

      September 9, 2011, 04:17

      Big Bear Lake CA, an historical description of road trips in the Big Bear Valley.

    • Big Bear Lake CA FUN by: BigBear

      August 18, 2011, 13:16

      The numerous marinas around Big Bear Lake, CA rent fishing boats, pontoon boats, pedal boats, kayaks and canoes. Most everything your family needs for a day of…

    • Cowboy Traditions in Big Bear by: BigBear

      August 9, 2011, 17:03

      Today, the sagas of cowboy traditions live on at the annual Cowboy Poetry & Music Gathering August 18-21, 2011 in Big Bear Lake. The western-style jamboree…

    • Big Bear Lake Old Miner's Days by: Yomama

      July 20, 2011, 10:34

      With a fresh new spin to an old Bear Valley tradition, the Burros Return to Big Bear! Come watch a comical Burro Relay in the Village this Sunday July 24 where…

    • Big Bear's Moonridge Animal Park  by: Yomama

      July 19, 2011, 17:53

      Blues for the Zoo, a benefit concert to help raise funds for Moonridge Animal Park’s rehabilitation programs for orphaned and injured alpine wildlife,…

    • July 4th Big Bear CA by: admin

      June 30, 2011, 13:35

      Top Five Things to do in the Mountains of Big Bear over July 4th, 2011.

    • 2011 Music in the Mountains of Big Bear by: Yomama

      June 17, 2011, 14:49

      Summertime and music go hand in hand, and what better way to enjoy your summer trip to Big Bear than with a concert at the Big Bear Discovery Center…

    • Fitness in Big Bear Lake  by: Yomama

      June 16, 2011, 13:22

      BIG BEAR LAKE, Calif./ June 15, 2011 – Last summer stand up paddleboards (SUP) were among the top requests made by Big Bear Lake guests. This…

    • Big Bear Lake - HWY 330 Reopening by: Yomama

      June 15, 2011, 16:14

      Assemblyman Paul Cook (R-Yucca Valley) and Caltrans are pleased to announce that SR-330 will open permanently following a ceremony on Friday, June 17 to…

    • Big Bear Lake 50K Trout Fishing Results by: Yomama

      June 14, 2011, 13:21

      THE ,000 FISH THAT GOT AWAY One Tagged Fish Caught at Big Bear Lake’s Fishin’ for K Comes up Short BIG BEAR LAKE, Calif./ June 14, 2011 –…

    • Big Bear Lake Masonic Breakfast by: Yomama

      May 19, 2011, 18:47

      It's Masonic "All-You-Can-Eat BIG BREAKFAST" time again. From 7:30-11:00, Saturday May 21 at the Lodge located at 385 S. Summit Blvd, behind the…

    • Jim Hall May Trout Classic - Update by: Yomama

      May 14, 2011, 17:10

      Annual Trout Classic is going on at Big Bear Lake CA today.

    • Big Bear Lake Trout Fishing Hot-Spots by: Yomama

      May 9, 2011, 11:28

      Big Bear Lake has excellent trout fishing year-round.  The trick is knowing where the fish are likely to be during certain times of the year.  Here…

    • Big Bear Lake Officials Set Bounty on Trout by: Yomama

      May 5, 2011, 11:56

      BIG BEAR LAKE, Calif./ May 5, 2011 – Today officials of The Big Bear Lake Resort Association announced they have put a bounty on a tagged trout for ,000…

    • Big Bear Lake Winter Sports by: Yomama

      April 22, 2011, 06:53

        Today’s winter sports activities in Big Bear Valley stem from the vision of the late Judge Clifford Lynn who first proposed the formation of a…

    • Big Bear Lake Rodeo by: Yomama

      April 20, 2011, 09:19

      Big Bear Lake's annual event used to attract hundreds of spectators.

    • Big Bear Lake High School Ski Report by: admin

      February 15, 2011, 08:14

      My Favorite Winter Sport Big Bear High School 1932? My favorite winter sport is skiing or “sheeing,” as the Scandinavians call it. It consists of…

    • Old Miners Days Bear Valley by: admin

      February 14, 2011, 08:23

      RULES FOR THE ROPERS DURING THE BURRO RACE All ropers will rope with a partner. 2. Teams will compete for buckles to be awarded to the top three…

    • History of Bear Valley Part 2 by: admin

      February 11, 2011, 08:26

      Caption says "Ancient Resident of Big Bear Lake" Gold Mining History Part 1 Gold Mining in Big Bear CA The first time we visited the valley I killed two…

    • Road Conditions Video Big Bear CA by: admin

      February 10, 2011, 07:07

      Caltrans is in the midst of road repair for State Highway 330. Completion estimates range from one to two years. The video below shows the condition of…

    • Big Bear Lake Pioneer Killed in Accident by: admin

      February 6, 2011, 07:56

      Accident Ends Resort Man’s Life in Mexico Gun falls from rack, explodes, and full force of charge hits Pine Knot Pioneer. Fred S. (Dad) Skinner,…

    • CA Mountains Rim of the World by: admin

      February 5, 2011, 09:57

      Mountain Stage Lines Kirk Phillips, probably the first man to visualize the possibilities of a mountain stage line, formed a partnership with Max and…

    • Fawnskin to Lake Arrowhead CA, Big Bear Roads Part 3 by: admin

      February 4, 2011, 04:53

      In Fawnskin Valley we passed a little cabin of native logs, and then started the lonesome 55 miles through the pine forests, over the hazardous snow…

    • Mountain Conditions Big Bear Roads, Part 2 by: admin

      February 3, 2011, 10:04

      Well, the driver hand-fired her up to 1000 pounds of steam, and we hung on as we hit the crossing at 30 miles per hour with a half-block run at it. The…

    • Big Bear Roads Challenge First Cars by: admin

      February 2, 2011, 11:11

      The first car into Big Bear Valley and on over the 101-Mile Rim of the World route was a twenty-horse-power White Steamer driven by John A. Heyser of…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 31, 2011, 08:42

      Race Against Nature It is not possible to close these pages without a mention of a leading citizen and a great race; a race against both time and nature. Th…

    • Big Bear Lake Road Conditions R2 by: admin

      January 30, 2011, 17:31

      SHOWERS WILL CONTINUE INTO THE EVENING AND A FEW SHOWERS WILL BE HEAVY FOR A BRIEF TIME. SNOW WILL BEGIN TO ACCUMULATE ABOVE 5000 FEET ELEVATION AND ROADS…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 30, 2011, 07:34

      Bill and Bath Tub One more story about our friend Bill. When living at the Dam as Keeper those many years and with five children , it was decided to…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 29, 2011, 06:58

      Johnson’s Five Feet Frank Johnson built the first theatre on my east forty feet, then he wanted a well so he had to have five feet more. I sold it…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 28, 2011, 11:31

      Log Cabin Group of 1916 In 1916 ten groups of log cabins were the most buildings aside from the cabins for the Pine Knot Lodge and Knight’s second camp on…

    • Big Bear CA Things To Do This Weekend by: admin

      January 28, 2011, 10:09

      Inner Tube Hills At Alpine Slide & Big Bear Snow Play Come play in the snow at the Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain and Big Bear Snow Play! Al…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 27, 2011, 05:47

      Heller’s Broadcasting Station When Dr. Heller came over from the north shore and built the first two story building in the business section, he had…

    • Mountain Resorts by: admin

      January 26, 2011, 15:24

      A Mountain Vacation has complete enjoyment! The scenic pine covered ranges of Southern California mountains provide a glorious playground with an…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 26, 2011, 08:30

      The Big Snow The big snow. This was really something to tell them back home. No former record approached this. Twenty eight buildings laid flat; two…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 25, 2011, 08:51

      Clever Boys Stole and Filled Cabin At one period several cabins were broken into, ransacked, and radios, guns and blankets stolen and little evidence…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 24, 2011, 07:53

      Jack’s Turkey Party Of course having big parties for a meal or a night for outsiders as guests of a cabin owner was a common occurrence, and some of…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 24, 2011, 07:35

      Peddar’s Road – Jessoran’s Toboggan Mr. Peddar had the finest cabin near town in the early days and for locomotion he had built a kind of sleigh…

    • Sunset Over Big Bear Lake by: admin

      January 23, 2011, 18:05

      The sunset tonight was gorgeous. This quick clip shows Sugarloaf Mountain, Bear Mountain, Baldwin Lake, Snow Summit and Big Bear Lake CA!

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 23, 2011, 11:38

      When the Big Bear Lake CA Dam was completed, many many trees were submerged. Ninety-One Hundred Stumps Those out on the lake today have little idea what…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 22, 2011, 07:26

      The Lake Claims Its Dead The lake has seen many drowning. I can remember only a few. A few years after completion of the first Dam a fight occurred in…

    • Conditions in the Southern California Mountains by: admin

      January 21, 2011, 12:40

      A Big Bear CA Weekend Expect great conditions in Big Bear City and Big Bear Lake CA this weekend. Spring-like temperatures have given way to amazing…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 21, 2011, 11:16

      Road to the Dam It was in 1923 that the Deep Creek cut-off, so-called, was being built on the side of the mountain to give a direct road out of the…

    • Big Bear City Real Estate by: admin

      January 20, 2011, 09:33

      This is from the Big Bear Land and Water Company Real Estate Booklet dated June 1st, 1925: Building Big Bear City in the Heart of Big Bear Valley Bare…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 20, 2011, 08:03

      Holcomb at Starvation Flat When Dan (Don) Benito Wilson discovered the Valley and its grizzlies back in 1845, his party remained only long enough on…

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      January 19, 2011, 11:27

      Updated: It's 1:00 PM, Wed Jan 19th and HWY 38 has re-opened! Hwy 38 leading into Big Bear City and Big Bear Lake CA has been closed since 8:30 AM due to 2…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 19, 2011, 09:31

      New Road on a Flip of a Dollar Pine Knot Lodge owned the strip from Wild Rose Creek to Bartletts Road and wanted a direct road through it from the…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 18, 2011, 07:36

      Barbequed Meat and Bad Beans Big Bear had a barbeque at least once a year and an early one was under big trees between the boulevard and Pine Knot…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 17, 2011, 07:17

      Stebbins’ Gold Hunt in Van Deusen Soon after opening camp in the early twenties a man by the name of Stebbins rented a room from me and said he…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 16, 2011, 09:00

      Teacher Lost at the Mantle It was a strange case of the woman school teacher who went down into the canyon fishing with Mrs. Thomas. Now it is so easy…

    • 2011 VISITOR GUIDE REVEALS NEW BRANDING by: admin

      January 15, 2011, 11:27

      Big Bear Lake Resort Association (BBLRA) has fine-tuned its branding for more effectiveness in the marketplace. BBLRA President and CEO Rick Shoup…

    • 2011 Big Bear Lake Road Conditions by: admin

      January 15, 2011, 10:11

      The recent storms have affected the local road conditions. State Highway 330 has been wiped out and many take a year of two to repair. State Highway…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 15, 2011, 08:58

      Bear Creek Trail In the early days, of course, no road led to the Dam on either side. Fisherman left cars at Gray’s Camp on the North Shore, or at…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 14, 2011, 07:37

      Guests Stole Smith’s Guns Warren Smith had a little experience with a bunch of roughnecks. He came to the Valley from a high bank position with…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 13, 2011, 05:42

      Stanfield Shot Their Tires As a rule, there was not much lawlessness in those early days, because the Valley was too far away. Another thing was the…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 12, 2011, 03:34

      The Ditch and Old Ball Mill Perhaps few living know the water from Van Deusen that was taken in a ditch along the edge of the hills and behind (north)…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 11, 2011, 04:54

      Augustine’s Car Boiled The most unusual story of the two grades comes as follows. The Augustines bought Oak Knoll Lodge and in the winter remained…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 10, 2011, 05:15

      Brush and Percival Stuck on Highway After a freezing night in one of my new bought log cabins, Engineer Ford and I started due east along the…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 9, 2011, 05:43

      Stuck in the China Garden 1917 The winter of ’16-’17 was a heavy one - - rain, snow, wind, and the later uprooting many pines in the east. Making…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 8, 2011, 08:11

      Warren’s Choice Steaks One of the early cattlemen was Metcalf and the bay and a creek were named for him as he operated the road at the head of the…

    • Driving to Big Bear CA by: admin

      January 7, 2011, 11:12

      The storms in December have affected the highways leading into Big Bear Lake CA. Hwy 330 was washed out and may not reopen for some time. If you need to…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 7, 2011, 09:44

      Lloyd and His Spinner Of course there were professional guides to help the novice-folks who wanted to fish and one of the most colorful was Jack…

    • Roy Rogers and Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 6, 2011, 09:32

      Movies have the ability to affect opinions and tell us powerful stories. For the Big Bear California area, movies can be a glimpse into the past. One of the…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 6, 2011, 06:55

       Lynn and Moyer’s Mill Abut 1916 Clifford Lynn and Ed Moyer (former drug clerk in Ontario), formed a partnership to cut the trees in the lake and saw…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 5, 2011, 08:32

      Old Man James 1857 The old man, James, I judge, was quite a character. He :”knew” Big Bear way back when. I assume he was a prospector and he had…

    • Big Bear CA Current Weather and Road Conditions for Travel by: admin

      January 1, 2011, 08:34

      Current conditions in both Big Bear Lake and Big Bear City CA are sunny, clear skies and 18 degrees at 8:00 AM on New Years Day. Temperatures are expected…

    • Tales of Big Bear Lake CA by: admin

      January 1, 2011, 05:22

      B.G. Holmes These pages are written in the belief that few now are living who have known of these events, or at least remembered the incidents, happening…

    • Big Bear CA Road and Weather Conditions by: admin

      December 28, 2010, 10:15

      State Highway 330 is completely CLOSED due to storm damage. State Highway 18: IS CLOSED TO TRACTOR-TRAILER SEMIS & BUSES ONLY FROM 2.2 MI NORTH OF…

    • Big Bear Lake CA White Christmas by: admin

      December 20, 2010, 07:12

      Stormy Weather Expected to Bring Snow for the Holidays Big Bear Lake CA -Rain storms have pelted Southern California for the last four days. A Pacific low…

    • Big Bear Lake Christmas by: admin

      December 7, 2010, 12:04

      We decided to walk around the Village on Monday. The skies were blue and the temperatures were wonderful. We stopped in to Himalayan Restaurant and enjoyed…

    • TripAdvisor Ranks Big Bear Lake #4 by: admin

      December 1, 2010, 07:13

      Trip Advisor, the largest online travel site, released their list of the top 10 ski rental home destinations. These are the hottest destinations that offer…

    • Big Bear’s Holiday Images California by: admin

      November 30, 2010, 03:25

      White snow fills the Valley and reflects the beauty of the rainbow. Our skies are clear blue and the air is fresh. Ring in the Holiday season with…

    • Big Bear CA Thanksgiving Weekend by: admin

      November 22, 2010, 09:27

      Top 10 Things to Do Thanksgiving Day Dine at Northwoods Make your reservations early, the Chef is creating a special buffet. Map: http://www.bigbea…

    • Mountain Snow Conditions by: admin

      November 19, 2010, 10:27

        Snow Summit (MAP) has a base of six to 12 inches of man-made machine groomed packed powder. The high temperature is expected to reach 55 degrees with…

    • Big Bear History Clifford Lynn Ski Area by: admin

      November 12, 2010, 10:09

        This is an article written about the Clifford Lynn Ski Resort, on eof the first snow play area in Big Bear Lake CA Scenic chair lift rides may be enjoyed…

    • Snow Summit Opens Snowboarding and Skiing by: admin

      November 12, 2010, 09:20

      Big Bear Lake CA - Snow Summit (MAP) will open tomorrow, Saturday, November 13th. The have been laying a base of snow for several days. The temperatures…

    • Reserve Your Big Bear Holiday by: admin

      November 9, 2010, 09:44

      Bookings for Holidays are up; it’s Advised to Book Early for Lake Lodging Big Bear Lake, Calif./ November 8, 2010 – Big Bear Lake Resort Association…

    • Easy School Donations by: admin

      September 24, 2010, 10:20

      Big Bear High School 1933 In times such as these when the education budget is constantly being cut, it is invaluable to have the community's support to…

    • Big Bear Events by: admin

      September 16, 2010, 05:52

      Friday Nights in the Village September 17, 2010 - 5:00pm to 8:00pm Come to the Village in Big Bear every Friday night to enjoy family entertainm…

    • Oktoberfest by: admin

      September 13, 2010, 10:57

      Okotberfest is a few days away! We have coupons for free admission on Sunday for our friends. Click here, print and come a visit the Big Bear Lake…

    • Big Bear Lake -Things To Do by: admin

      July 9, 2010, 11:04

      From the Big Bear Lake Chamber of Commerce (MAP): We have two zipline companies which can take you zipping through the trees, enjoying beautiful views…

    • Fishing Big Bear by: admin

      June 30, 2010, 13:28

      There are many things to do in beautiful Big Bear during the summer, like hiking and mountain biking, but mainly what Big Bear is known for in the summer is…

    • Big Bear Chili Cook-off by: admin

      June 18, 2010, 11:11

      Chili enthusiasts, get ready for the Big Bear Chili Cook-off, “Southwest Showdown” regional chili cook-off on Saturday, July 17th.  Chili cooks from…

    • Big Bear Lake - Weekend Events by: admin

      June 10, 2010, 15:16

                          Events Cooking Demonstrations  June 11, 2010       The Copper Q provides a totally unique shopping and…

    • TEAM JORDAN FROM EVEREST  by: admin

      June 9, 2010, 11:46

      Big Bear Lake; Come and welcome back our world record holders to celebrate their amazing accomplishment. Welcome Jordan and Live Your Dreams Fair will be on…

    • Mountain Trekking- Jordan Romero by: admin

      May 12, 2010, 07:39

      This is Jordan Romero's phonecast from the Himalayas. They have been traveling between camps at 17,000 feet and 24,000 feet, aclimating to the extreme…

    • Big Bear Lake Community Rides by: admin

      April 29, 2010, 09:14

      Sponsored by the Big Bear Chamber of Commerce Do you have a bike in your garage that is covered with dust and cobwebs? If so, dust it off and come join the…

    • WORLD’S BEST CYCLING TEAMS FOR AMGEN TOUR OF CALIFORNIA’S MOST NOTABLE STAGE by: admin

      April 19, 2010, 14:11

        BIG BEAR LAKE, Calif. April 16, 2010 – One of the strongest and most talented fields ever assembled for a U.S. cycling race has been invited to the…

    • Amgen Tour of California -CYCLING FANS by: admin

      March 25, 2010, 11:40

      BIG BEAR LAKE, Calif. March 25, 2010 – Race fans of the 2010 Amgen Tour of California can now purchase official merchandise specifically designed for the…

    • Southern California Superpipe - Big Bear Lake by: admin

      February 11, 2010, 15:12

      Photo Courtesy of Bear Mountain Resort   (Big Bear Lake, CA - February 11, 2010) - Bear Mountain is offering a dose of the Olympic Spirit as they unveil…

    • Big Bear Lake - Amgen Tour of California Stage 6 by: admin

      February 11, 2010, 10:56

      BIG BEAR LAKE, Calif. February 11, 2010 – Today officials of the Amgen Tour of California announced the Stage 6 route from Pasadena to Big Bear Lake. On…

    • Snow Forecast for Southern California Mountain Resorts by: admin

      February 10, 2010, 06:06

      Big Bear Lake CA; A winter advisory remains in effect until 10:00 AM this morning. Winds may gust to 35 mph. Our overnight snowfall was eight inches and…

    • Snowshoe the Bear Big Bear Lake by: admin

      February 3, 2010, 10:32

      Snowshoe the Bear is this Saturday, February, 6. The event welcomes both experts and complete novices. It starts in the Big Bear Lake Village at 8:00 AM and…

    • Big Bear CA Events by: admin

      January 31, 2010, 12:16

       Throughout the year Big Bear is full of events.  During the warm days of summer, Big Bear hosts the annual Jazz Festival offering live jazz. The…

    • Arts & Culture - Big Bear Lake by: admin

      January 31, 2010, 11:38

      Big Bear Lake is host to three art galleries, a local arts council, a community arts theatre society, and a state-of-the-art performing arts theatre.  The…

    • Arts & Culture - Big Bear Lake by: admin

      January 31, 2010, 11:38

      Big Bear Lake is host to three art galleries, a local arts council, a community arts theatre society, and a state-of-the-art performing arts theatre.  The…

    • Clubs by: admin

      January 31, 2010, 11:03

      From A to Z, Big Bear residents can find a club or organization that meets a need, offers an opportunity to serve, or provides a learning experience. At last…

    • City of Big Bear Lake by: admin

      January 31, 2010, 10:24

      The City of Big Bear Lake (the City) and the Community Services District (the CSD) govern Big Bear Lake and Big Bear City, respectively.  Big Bear Lake is…

    • Old Miner's Days -Big Bear Lake by: admin

      January 30, 2010, 16:03

      Old Miner's Days has been a long tradition in Big Bear Lake. We went into our collection of Big Bear Lake ephemera and found these advertisements that were…

    • Old Miner's Days -Big Bear Lake by: admin

      January 30, 2010, 16:03

      Old Miner's Days has been a long tradition in Big Bear Lake. We went into our collection of Big Bear Lake ephemera and found these advertisements that were…

    • Big Bear Lake by: admin

      January 30, 2010, 11:18

      The call of the wild!  What pictures the phrase brings to the mind at this season, the spring of the year when the blood is pulsating with renewed life…

    • Snow Removal -Big Bear Lake by: admin

      January 29, 2010, 09:11

        North Shore Elementary School Our local radio station announce that Big Bear Lake received 57 inches of snow over the last week. Snow removal crews have…

    • Big Bear Lake Concert by: admin

      January 29, 2010, 08:26

      Big Bear Lake Concert Simply Voices - The Art of Choral Singing Start Time: Friday, February 12, 2010 at 7:30pm End Time: Saturday, February 13, 2010 at…

    • Big Bear Lake by: admin

      January 26, 2010, 13:18

      Emergency Workers -Big Bear Lake  This picture was just sent to us from a friend's cell phone. Lower Moonridge is clear as is Moonridge Rd and Big Bear Blvd.…

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      January 26, 2010, 11:24

      Both Bear Mountain and Snow Summit are experiencing epic conditions. The last storm increase the snow base to 48-84 inches of machine groomed packed powder.…

  • Discovery Center  (8)
    • 2011 Music in the Mountains of Big Bear by: Yomama

      June 17, 2011, 14:49

      Summertime and music go hand in hand, and what better way to enjoy your summer trip to Big Bear than with a concert at the Big Bear Discovery Center…

    • Events in Big Bear CA by: admin

      January 15, 2010, 11:45

      Events Burton Demo Tour at Bear Mountain January 16, 2010 Have the chance to ride Burton boards, boots and bindings at the largest product demo in the…

    • Big Bear Lake by: admin

      October 16, 2009, 11:11

      Things To Do in Big Bear CA October 16 - 18 1.  39th Annual Oktoberfest October 17 & 18, 2009 The Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest runs for seven…

    • San Bernardino National Forest by: admin

      September 25, 2009, 11:24

      National Public Lands Day, September 26, 2009 Saturday & Sunday, September 19 & 20: Kids on Public Lands. 9am-4pm. The Big Bear Discovery Center…

    • Big Bear by: admin

      September 16, 2009, 15:24

      California travel expert Veronica Hill tours Big Bear Lake in this episode of "California Travel Tips." This Big Bear video highlights Big Bear hotels such…

    • Labor Day Weekend, Big Bear Lake by: admin

      September 3, 2009, 13:41

      Top 10 Things to Do in Big Bear Lake This Weekend: 1. Fall Festival at The Convention Center Location: Big Bear Lake Convention Center Date: Saturday,…

    • Top 10 Thing to Do on 4th of July Weekend by: admin

      July 1, 2009, 13:57

      1. Fireworks on the Lake Come attend the biggest 4th of July fireworks display in Southern California. The fireworks are shot off from a barge on the…

    • Mountain Up! by: admin

      June 25, 2009, 12:22

      Finale at Manhatten Beach 2008 Doo-Wah Riders Explode on the Discovery Center Amphitheater Stage July 3 The Doo-Wah Riders are celebrating 20 years of…

  • Events  (58)
    • Plunge into Big Bear Lake by: BigBear

      February 1, 2012, 17:02

      Big Bear Lake’s water gets rather frigid in the wintertime with lake temperatures dipping into the low 30s, sometimes into the 20s. So why would anyone…

    • VALENTINE’S DAY RED-HOT SPECIALS  by: BigBear

      January 25, 2012, 17:05

      Big Bear Lake serves the ideal setting for a romantic winter getaway with two top-notch ski resorts, candlelight dining, comfy accommodations with wood-burning…

    • WINTERFEST TO UPLIFT WOMEN by: BigBear

      January 11, 2012, 19:23

      Big Bear Lake, Calif. January 12, 2011 – The inaugural XOS Battle of the Sexes Winterfest showcases females vs. males in three categories that includes a…

    • Big Bear CA - Amgen Tour of California by: BigBear

      November 3, 2011, 15:36

      The American equivalent of the Tour de France cycling road race will return to Big Bear in 2012 after garnering rave reviews by organizers of the Amgen Tour of…

    • 3 Signs - Winter is Coming to Big Bear by: admin

      October 27, 2011, 08:01

      1. Pan Hot Springs is steaming! 2. BBARWA is steaming! 3. Big Bear Snow Play is Blowing! The last of the Fall colors are showing off, and Big Bear is…

    • Big Bear Renaissance Faire by: BigBear

      August 8, 2011, 09:11

      The 10th Anniversary Big Bear Renaissance Faire is two weekends, August 13-14 and August 20-21. The faire takes place at Pedersen Sawmill, located in Fawnskin…

    • Old Miner's Days Has Something New! by: admin

      July 22, 2011, 16:54

      Big Bear's Old Miner's Days Celebration has many new and OLD attractions. The Bartlett Street Parking Lot has been converted into grand venue. Watch for the…

    • Big Bear's Moonridge Animal Park  by: Yomama

      July 19, 2011, 17:53

      Blues for the Zoo, a benefit concert to help raise funds for Moonridge Animal Park’s rehabilitation programs for orphaned and injured alpine wildlife,…

    • July 4th Big Bear CA by: admin

      June 30, 2011, 13:35

      Top Five Things to do in the Mountains of Big Bear over July 4th, 2011.

    • Big Bear's Renaissance Faire by: Yomama

      May 23, 2011, 09:54

      The Big Bear Renaissance Faire was cancelled due to the landslide Hwy 330 closer. Cal Trans made an announcement that the HWY will in fact be open…

    • Big Bear Lake Masonic Breakfast by: Yomama

      May 19, 2011, 18:47

      It's Masonic "All-You-Can-Eat BIG BREAKFAST" time again. From 7:30-11:00, Saturday May 21 at the Lodge located at 385 S. Summit Blvd, behind the…

    • Jim Hall May Trout Classic - Update by: Yomama

      May 14, 2011, 17:10

      Annual Trout Classic is going on at Big Bear Lake CA today.

    • Big Bear’s Holiday Images California by: admin

      November 30, 2010, 03:25

      White snow fills the Valley and reflects the beauty of the rainbow. Our skies are clear blue and the air is fresh. Ring in the Holiday season with…

    • Big Bear CA Thanksgiving Weekend by: admin

      November 22, 2010, 09:27

      Top 10 Things to Do Thanksgiving Day Dine at Northwoods Make your reservations early, the Chef is creating a special buffet. Map: http://www.bigbea…

    • Halloween in the Village Made Easy by: admin

      October 29, 2010, 12:30

      Halloween Pumpkins Big Bear Lake CA -Arrive early afternoon on Sunday and park in the public parking lot on Bartlett. You’ll be able to make use of the…

    • Big Bear Events by: admin

      September 16, 2010, 05:52

      Friday Nights in the Village September 17, 2010 - 5:00pm to 8:00pm Come to the Village in Big Bear every Friday night to enjoy family entertainm…

    • Big Bear Chili Cook-off by: admin

      June 18, 2010, 11:11

      Chili enthusiasts, get ready for the Big Bear Chili Cook-off, “Southwest Showdown” regional chili cook-off on Saturday, July 17th.  Chili cooks from…

    • Big Bear Lake - Weekend Events by: admin

      June 10, 2010, 15:16

                          Events Cooking Demonstrations  June 11, 2010       The Copper Q provides a totally unique shopping and…

    • TEAM JORDAN FROM EVEREST  by: admin

      June 9, 2010, 11:46

      Big Bear Lake; Come and welcome back our world record holders to celebrate their amazing accomplishment. Welcome Jordan and Live Your Dreams Fair will be on…

    • Big Bear Lake Community Rides by: admin

      April 29, 2010, 09:14

      Sponsored by the Big Bear Chamber of Commerce Do you have a bike in your garage that is covered with dust and cobwebs? If so, dust it off and come join the…

    • Big Bear Lake Teen Climbs Everest by: admin

      April 21, 2010, 08:37

      Big Bear Lake local, Jordan Romero is attempting to climb Mount Everest. His extensive mountain climbing experience puts him on track to become the…

    • WORLD’S BEST CYCLING TEAMS FOR AMGEN TOUR OF CALIFORNIA’S MOST NOTABLE STAGE by: admin

      April 19, 2010, 14:11

        BIG BEAR LAKE, Calif. April 16, 2010 – One of the strongest and most talented fields ever assembled for a U.S. cycling race has been invited to the…

    • Amgen Tour of California -CYCLING FANS by: admin

      March 25, 2010, 11:40

      BIG BEAR LAKE, Calif. March 25, 2010 – Race fans of the 2010 Amgen Tour of California can now purchase official merchandise specifically designed for the…

    • Big Bear Lake - Amgen Tour of California Stage 6 by: admin

      February 11, 2010, 10:56

      BIG BEAR LAKE, Calif. February 11, 2010 – Today officials of the Amgen Tour of California announced the Stage 6 route from Pasadena to Big Bear Lake. On…

    • Snowshoe the Bear Big Bear Lake by: admin

      February 3, 2010, 10:32

      Snowshoe the Bear is this Saturday, February, 6. The event welcomes both experts and complete novices. It starts in the Big Bear Lake Village at 8:00 AM and…

    • Big Bear CA Events by: admin

      January 31, 2010, 12:16

       Throughout the year Big Bear is full of events.  During the warm days of summer, Big Bear hosts the annual Jazz Festival offering live jazz. The…

    • Big Bear Lake Concert by: admin

      January 29, 2010, 08:26

      Big Bear Lake Concert Simply Voices - The Art of Choral Singing Start Time: Friday, February 12, 2010 at 7:30pm End Time: Saturday, February 13, 2010 at…

    • Events in Big Bear CA by: admin

      January 15, 2010, 11:45

      Events Burton Demo Tour at Bear Mountain January 16, 2010 Have the chance to ride Burton boards, boots and bindings at the largest product demo in the…

    • Holidays in Big Bear Lake by: admin

      December 22, 2009, 08:45

      Things to do around the Big Bear Valley Snowshoe Tours at The Discovery Center December 26, & 27, 2009 - 9:00am Come celebrate our winter…

    • Snow Report by: admin

      December 15, 2009, 08:56

      Big Bear Lake is having a beautiful crisp morning with sunny skies and frost everywhere. If you love winter sports, this is the week to get up here.…

    • Weather and Snow Conditions by: admin

      December 9, 2009, 10:58

      We're expecting excellent conditions on the mountain this weekend. With the exptra snow, conditions may be powder and packed powder. Get on the mountain!

    • Christmas Holiday Calendar 2009 by: admin

      November 17, 2009, 13:45

      Christmas Tree Lighting 2008  Santa’s Grand Arrival and Tree Lighting Festivities begin at approx. 4:30pm  After a long flight from the North Pole,…

    • Oktoberfest Halloween Update LAST DAY by: admin

      October 30, 2009, 14:31

      The Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest has just announced that their online ticket sales will stay open until at least 4:00PM 9:00AM Saturday Morning! LAST DAY! Saturd…

    • Big Bear Snow Play by: admin

      October 29, 2009, 10:41

      Alpine Magic Mountain has been blowing snow and looks like they will be open for snow tubing this weekend. Both Resorts (Bear Mountain and Snow…

    • Big Bear CA by: admin

      October 20, 2009, 12:22

      Things To Do October 23-25, 2009 39th Annual Oktoberfest October 24, 2009 The Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest runs for seven consecutive weekends, September 19…

    • Oktoberfest by: admin

      October 19, 2009, 16:49

      Big Bear Lake 2009 We hope you enjoy this short home made video of Oktoberfest in Big Bear Lake, CA. We shot this on a Sunday afternoon, using a Nikon…

    • Big Bear Lake by: admin

      October 16, 2009, 11:11

      Things To Do in Big Bear CA October 16 - 18 1.  39th Annual Oktoberfest October 17 & 18, 2009 The Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest runs for seven…

    • 2 hours added to online Oktoberfest deadline by: admin

      October 9, 2009, 14:27

      The weather is warm and lovely. Nights and dawn deserve a heavy sweater and fire in the fireplace. Find a place to stay for the weekend and read below! …

    • Big Bear Lake by: admin

      September 29, 2009, 05:47

      October 3rd & 4th 39th Annual Oktoberfest Location: The Big Bear Convention Center Date: Saturday, 09/19/2009 Time: All Day URL: www.bigbearevent…

    • Things To Do, Big Bear Lake California by: admin

      September 22, 2009, 12:13

      September 26 & 27 Oktoberfest in Big Bear Lake 39th Annual Oktoberfest Location: The Big Bear Convention Center (MAP) Date: Saturday, 09/19/2009 Ti…

    • Run for Freedom by: admin

      September 17, 2009, 14:09

      3rd Annual 1st Lt. Jared M. Landaker Memorial Run for Freedom Big Bear Lake, CA Saturday, 09-26-09 Snow Summit, 880 Summit Blvd, Big Bear Lake (MAP) Event…

    • Okotberfest Big Bear by: admin

      September 15, 2009, 11:02

      The weekend of September 19 & 20 is the beginning of the 39th Annual Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest. The event continues every weekend through the end of…

    • Big Bear Lake Marathon by: admin

      September 12, 2009, 10:44

      We put together this one minute clip of the start of the Big Bear Lake Marathon this morning!

    • Big Bear Air Show by: admin

      September 10, 2009, 18:13

      THE BEST PART OF THIS EVENT IS MEETING THE MEN WHO ARE CONNECTED TO THE AIRCRAFT AND OUR HISTORY. 

    • Big Bear Lake Marathon by: admin

      September 3, 2009, 14:45

        Friday Nights in the Village Season Finale to Celebrate   Run the Bear, Big Bear Lake Marathon     On Friday September…

    • Labor Day Weekend, Big Bear Lake by: admin

      September 3, 2009, 13:41

      Top 10 Things to Do in Big Bear Lake This Weekend: 1. Fall Festival at The Convention Center Location: Big Bear Lake Convention Center Date: Saturday,…

    • Antique Car Show by: admin

      August 8, 2009, 20:41

      A few shots from the car show this morning. Please enjoy.

    • Oktoberfest Tickets On Sale by: admin

      August 7, 2009, 23:01

      YES! NOW! Buy your tickets for the 39th annual Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest now! The highest altitude Oktoberfest celebration in the US is open for…

    • Cold night! by: admin

      August 7, 2009, 07:46

      Good morning from the COLD! Yes, this is August. Summer. Last night, the winds kept blowing and the temperatures plummeted. It became "jacket weather" as…

    • Top 10 Thing to Do on 4th of July Weekend by: admin

      July 1, 2009, 13:57

      1. Fireworks on the Lake Come attend the biggest 4th of July fireworks display in Southern California. The fireworks are shot off from a barge on the…

    • Mountain Up! by: admin

      June 25, 2009, 12:22

      Finale at Manhatten Beach 2008 Doo-Wah Riders Explode on the Discovery Center Amphitheater Stage July 3 The Doo-Wah Riders are celebrating 20 years of…

    • Big Bear Events by: admin

      June 24, 2009, 22:07

      June 26 - 28  Corvettes West Big Bear Bash 2009- Corvettes West's Big Bear Bash takes place from June 26th to June 28th. Public events include the People's…

    • Old Miner's Days  (7)
      • Old Miner's Days Has Something New! by: admin

        July 22, 2011, 16:54

        Big Bear's Old Miner's Days Celebration has many new and OLD attractions. The Bartlett Street Parking Lot has been converted into grand venue. Watch for the…

      • Big Bear Lake Old Miner's Days by: Yomama

        July 20, 2011, 10:34

        With a fresh new spin to an old Bear Valley tradition, the Burros Return to Big Bear! Come watch a comical Burro Relay in the Village this Sunday July 24 where…

      • Big Bear Heritage Parade Wants You! by: Yomama

        July 12, 2011, 12:27

        From the Halls of Montezuma to the shores of Big Bear Lake, the Old Miners’ Association wants you. That’s the clarion call to arms by the Old…

      • 2011 Music in the Mountains of Big Bear by: Yomama

        June 17, 2011, 14:49

        Summertime and music go hand in hand, and what better way to enjoy your summer trip to Big Bear than with a concert at the Big Bear Discovery Center…

      • Old Miners Days Bear Valley by: admin

        February 14, 2011, 08:23

        RULES FOR THE ROPERS DURING THE BURRO RACE All ropers will rope with a partner. 2. Teams will compete for buckles to be awarded to the top three…

      • Big Bear's Old Miner's Days, California! by: admin

        January 23, 2011, 15:17

        Old Miners Relive Golden Days Gold in Holcomb Valley! This magic call was just as compelling in 1860 as it had been twelve years before when it…

      • Big Bear's Old Miner's Days, California! by: admin

        January 23, 2011, 15:17

        Old Miners Relive Golden Days Gold in Holcomb Valley! This magic call was just as compelling in 1860 as it had been twelve years before when it drew…

  • pictures  (6)
    • Big Bear Lake -Things To Do by: admin

      July 9, 2010, 11:04

      From the Big Bear Lake Chamber of Commerce (MAP): We have two zipline companies which can take you zipping through the trees, enjoying beautiful views…

    • Winter Blast Hits Big Bear. AGAIN! by: admin

      April 29, 2010, 09:02

      Old Man Winter's beard brushed over Big Bear again. 3 days of HIGH WIND is getting a little much. The house shakes all the time. Windows and doors whistle.…

    • Snow Storm Again by: admin

      April 22, 2010, 08:59

      Winds blew for a day and a half. Yesterday, the snow joined in. This morning, the roads are very slick and not melting fast. Here are a few shots from…

    • Big Bear Lake by: admin

      January 30, 2010, 11:18

      The call of the wild!  What pictures the phrase brings to the mind at this season, the spring of the year when the blood is pulsating with renewed life…

    • Snow Removal -Big Bear Lake by: admin

      January 29, 2010, 09:11

        North Shore Elementary School Our local radio station announce that Big Bear Lake received 57 inches of snow over the last week. Snow removal crews have…

    • Big Bear Lake by: admin

      January 26, 2010, 13:18

      Emergency Workers -Big Bear Lake  This picture was just sent to us from a friend's cell phone. Lower Moonridge is clear as is Moonridge Rd and Big Bear Blvd.…

  • Real Estate  (1)
    • Big Bear Real Estate by: admin

      January 23, 2009, 14:25

        Before investing in a second home in the mountains, it’s important to know the economic health of the area.   Big Bear Lake is the third smallest city…

  • Snow Summit  (17)
    • Snow Blowers Retiring For the Season by: admin

      April 20, 2012, 13:14

      After a really great season, Snow Summit puts the snow blowers to rest.

    • 1st Snow 2011 by: admin

      November 6, 2011, 12:06

      Winter blew in, tipped her hat, and that changed everything in the Big Bear Valley. In a few hours time, the temperatures plummeted, the roads went from…

    • Mountain Snow Conditions by: admin

      November 19, 2010, 10:27

        Snow Summit (MAP) has a base of six to 12 inches of man-made machine groomed packed powder. The high temperature is expected to reach 55 degrees with…

    • Snow Summit Opens Snowboarding and Skiing by: admin

      November 12, 2010, 09:20

      Big Bear Lake CA - Snow Summit (MAP) will open tomorrow, Saturday, November 13th. The have been laying a base of snow for several days. The temperatures…

    • Southern California Superpipe - Big Bear Lake by: admin

      February 11, 2010, 15:12

      Photo Courtesy of Bear Mountain Resort   (Big Bear Lake, CA - February 11, 2010) - Bear Mountain is offering a dose of the Olympic Spirit as they unveil…

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      January 26, 2010, 11:24

      Both Bear Mountain and Snow Summit are experiencing epic conditions. The last storm increase the snow base to 48-84 inches of machine groomed packed powder.…

    • Road Conditions and Emergency Shelters by: admin

      January 25, 2010, 11:37

      Looking towards Big Bear Lake -Gold Mountain, Butler Peak and Snow Summit  Snow Summit open, Bear Mountain closed! Road restrictions were approved by…

    • Storm Photos by: admin

      January 22, 2010, 08:53

      Snow Accumulation Baldwin Lake -Big Bear CA There is sunshine in the east Big Bear Valley. The sun is poking through the clouds and we can finally see some of…

    • Events in Big Bear CA by: admin

      January 15, 2010, 11:45

      Events Burton Demo Tour at Bear Mountain January 16, 2010 Have the chance to ride Burton boards, boots and bindings at the largest product demo in the…

    • Snowboarding Snow Summit by: admin

      December 20, 2009, 13:22

      The Resorts are enjoying a packed powder base of 18 to 36 inches, with all lifts and all runs open. Mid-day temperatures are hovering around 45 degrees,…

    • Snow Report by: admin

      December 15, 2009, 08:56

      Big Bear Lake is having a beautiful crisp morning with sunny skies and frost everywhere. If you love winter sports, this is the week to get up here.…

    • Big Bear Mountain Resorts by: admin

      December 12, 2009, 05:40

      This week's storm blanketed Bear Mountain and Snow Summit with 14 inches of fresh powder! Snow Summit and Bear Mountain have a total of more than 15…

    • Weather and Snow Conditions by: admin

      December 9, 2009, 10:58

      We're expecting excellent conditions on the mountain this weekend. With the exptra snow, conditions may be powder and packed powder. Get on the mountain!

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      December 8, 2009, 14:47

      Big Bear added to it's snow totals today with another 14 inches of powder accumulating on the Mountain. Big Bear Resorts (Bear Mountain and Snow Summit) have a…

    • Big Bear Snow by: admin

      October 28, 2009, 15:44

        There's snow in Big Bear CA! The temperature dipped down to 15 degrees last night and the Resorts took advantage of it. Alpine Slide, Bear Mountain and…

    • Sky Chair Snow Summit by: admin

      June 28, 2009, 19:27

      Snow Summit runs the scenic Sky Chair daily during the summer (Big Bear Lake CA). A round trip ticket costs or, if you're a mountain biker, one way is .…

    • Downhill Mountain Biking by: admin

      June 24, 2009, 18:48

      This is a great video of downhill mountain biking at Snow Summit in Big Bear Lake, CA. Shows what the trails and the mountain views look like.

  • Travel  (5)
  • WX  (11)
    • Conditions in the Southern California Mountains by: admin

      January 21, 2011, 12:40

      A Big Bear CA Weekend Expect great conditions in Big Bear City and Big Bear Lake CA this weekend. Spring-like temperatures have given way to amazing…

    • 2011 Big Bear Lake Road Conditions by: admin

      January 15, 2011, 10:11

      The recent storms have affected the local road conditions. State Highway 330 has been wiped out and many take a year of two to repair. State Highway…

    • Driving to Big Bear CA by: admin

      January 7, 2011, 11:12

      The storms in December have affected the highways leading into Big Bear Lake CA. Hwy 330 was washed out and may not reopen for some time. If you need to…

    • Big Bear CA Current Weather and Road Conditions for Travel by: admin

      January 1, 2011, 08:34

      Current conditions in both Big Bear Lake and Big Bear City CA are sunny, clear skies and 18 degrees at 8:00 AM on New Years Day. Temperatures are expected…

    • Big Bear CA Road and Weather Conditions by: admin

      December 28, 2010, 10:15

      State Highway 330 is completely CLOSED due to storm damage. State Highway 18: IS CLOSED TO TRACTOR-TRAILER SEMIS & BUSES ONLY FROM 2.2 MI NORTH OF…

    • Snow Forecast for Southern California Mountain Resorts by: admin

      February 10, 2010, 06:06

      Big Bear Lake CA; A winter advisory remains in effect until 10:00 AM this morning. Winds may gust to 35 mph. Our overnight snowfall was eight inches and…

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      January 26, 2010, 11:24

      Both Bear Mountain and Snow Summit are experiencing epic conditions. The last storm increase the snow base to 48-84 inches of machine groomed packed powder.…

    • Road Conditions and Emergency Shelters by: admin

      January 25, 2010, 11:37

      Looking towards Big Bear Lake -Gold Mountain, Butler Peak and Snow Summit  Snow Summit open, Bear Mountain closed! Road restrictions were approved by…

    • Snow Storm Big Bear Lake by: admin

      January 22, 2010, 14:01

      The San Bernardino Mountains, including Big Bear Lake, received an amazing amount of snow this week. We used a Nikon Coolpix to make this homemade video of…

    • Storm Photos by: admin

      January 22, 2010, 08:53

      Snow Accumulation Baldwin Lake -Big Bear CA There is sunshine in the east Big Bear Valley. The sun is poking through the clouds and we can finally see some of…

    • Winter Storm Warning by: admin

      January 20, 2010, 08:55

      View of Big Bear Valley ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO MIDNIGHT PST THURSDAY NIGHT ABOVE 6500 FEET... THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN…

  • News  (78)
    • Big Bear Lake - New Beauty Procedures! by: BigBear

      March 13, 2012, 14:50

      Elevations Day Spa in Big Bear Lake has expanded their beauty, anti-aging and aesthetics treatments to include high level medically- trained beauty procedures.…

    • Big Bear Lake News by: BigBear

      February 8, 2012, 16:42

      The news for Big Bear Lake includes Snowshie the Bear, plans for the new pool, Amgen Tour of California Route Announcement and advice on how to clean up your…

    • Big Bear CA News by: BigBear

      January 23, 2012, 15:36

      Top Big Bear Lake news stories for the week.

    • Big Bear to Lake Arrowhead - County Parking by: BigBear

      December 14, 2011, 08:34

      Big Bear Lake, CA – Today, Chief Executive Officer Greg Devereaux updated the Board of Supervisors regarding Supervisor Neil Derry’s proposal to ease the…

    • Big Bear Lake News by: BigBear

      November 17, 2011, 16:12

      In what amounts to outright thievery by Governor Jerry Brown and the State of California, the Board of Forestry and Fire Protection overrode its previous…

    • Big Bear CA - Amgen Tour of California by: BigBear

      November 3, 2011, 15:36

      The American equivalent of the Tour de France cycling road race will return to Big Bear in 2012 after garnering rave reviews by organizers of the Amgen Tour of…

    • STAGE 6 FINISH -- BIG BEAR LAKE  by: BigBear

      November 3, 2011, 05:38

      Today AEG, the official race presenter of the Amgen Tour of California, announced its 13 Host Cities for the 2012 Amgen Tour of California professional road…

    • Big Bear Lake Gets Tour of California by: BigBear

      November 3, 2011, 05:30

      After reviewing more than 100 submissions from cities throughout California hoping to be named official start or finish locations, AEG, presenter of the Amgen…

    • Explore Big Bear Lake by: BigBear

      October 27, 2011, 10:55

      Action Segway Tours introduces a new and environmentally friendly approach to explore Big Bear Lake by means of electric two-wheeled Segway Personal…

    • Big Bear Road Conditions by: Yomama

      September 23, 2011, 12:15

      State Highway 38 to big Bear Lake will remain closed through the weekend.

    • Big Bear Lake is Southern California's Best Oktoberfest by: BigBear

      September 6, 2011, 13:42

      This year the Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest expands its bier garden for a more comfortable social area and enhances the entertainment lineup with more authentic…

    • Big Bear Lake Old Miner's Days by: Yomama

      July 20, 2011, 10:34

      With a fresh new spin to an old Bear Valley tradition, the Burros Return to Big Bear! Come watch a comical Burro Relay in the Village this Sunday July 24 where…

    • Big Bear's Moonridge Animal Park  by: Yomama

      July 19, 2011, 17:53

      Blues for the Zoo, a benefit concert to help raise funds for Moonridge Animal Park’s rehabilitation programs for orphaned and injured alpine wildlife,…

    • Big Bear Heritage Parade Wants You! by: Yomama

      July 12, 2011, 12:27

      From the Halls of Montezuma to the shores of Big Bear Lake, the Old Miners’ Association wants you. That’s the clarion call to arms by the Old…

    • Big Bear CA -Battles Child Obesity by: Yomama

      July 7, 2011, 17:09

      This summer Big Bear Lake is on board to battle the ongoing epidemic of childhood obesity with its new initiative KIDS. GET OUTDOORS. WIN. The new campaign…

    • Fitness in Big Bear Lake  by: Yomama

      June 16, 2011, 13:22

      BIG BEAR LAKE, Calif./ June 15, 2011 – Last summer stand up paddleboards (SUP) were among the top requests made by Big Bear Lake guests. This…

    • Big Bear Lake - HWY 330 Reopening by: Yomama

      June 15, 2011, 16:14

      Assemblyman Paul Cook (R-Yucca Valley) and Caltrans are pleased to announce that SR-330 will open permanently following a ceremony on Friday, June 17 to…

    • Big Bear Lake 50K Trout Fishing Results by: Yomama

      June 14, 2011, 13:21

      THE ,000 FISH THAT GOT AWAY One Tagged Fish Caught at Big Bear Lake’s Fishin’ for K Comes up Short BIG BEAR LAKE, Calif./ June 14, 2011 –…

    • Big Bear Lake Masonic Breakfast by: Yomama

      May 19, 2011, 18:47

      It's Masonic "All-You-Can-Eat BIG BREAKFAST" time again. From 7:30-11:00, Saturday May 21 at the Lodge located at 385 S. Summit Blvd, behind the…

    • Big Bear Locals on a Quest by: Yomama

      May 19, 2011, 12:47

      SEVEN WAYS TO REACH NEW HEIGHTS Conquer the Seven Highest Peaks of Big Bear BIG BEAR LAKE, Calif./ May 19, 2011 – This summer local hiking…

    • Big Bear Lake Officials Set Bounty on Trout by: Yomama

      May 5, 2011, 11:56

      BIG BEAR LAKE, Calif./ May 5, 2011 – Today officials of The Big Bear Lake Resort Association announced they have put a bounty on a tagged trout for ,000…

    • Road Conditions HWY 18 by: admin

      January 19, 2011, 16:17

      SR-18 Narrows Debris Removal Work San Bernardino Mountains – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) Maintenance crews will begin work on…

    • 2011 VISITOR GUIDE REVEALS NEW BRANDING by: admin

      January 15, 2011, 11:27

      Big Bear Lake Resort Association (BBLRA) has fine-tuned its branding for more effectiveness in the marketplace. BBLRA President and CEO Rick Shoup…

    • Snow Summit Opens Snowboarding and Skiing by: admin

      November 12, 2010, 09:20

      Big Bear Lake CA - Snow Summit (MAP) will open tomorrow, Saturday, November 13th. The have been laying a base of snow for several days. The temperatures…

    • Reserve Your Big Bear Holiday by: admin

      November 9, 2010, 09:44

      Bookings for Holidays are up; it’s Advised to Book Early for Lake Lodging Big Bear Lake, Calif./ November 8, 2010 – Big Bear Lake Resort Association…

    • Halloween in the Village Made Easy by: admin

      October 29, 2010, 12:30

      Halloween Pumpkins Big Bear Lake CA -Arrive early afternoon on Sunday and park in the public parking lot on Bartlett. You’ll be able to make use of the…

    • Easy School Donations by: admin

      September 24, 2010, 10:20

      Big Bear High School 1933 In times such as these when the education budget is constantly being cut, it is invaluable to have the community's support to…

    • Big Bear Events by: admin

      September 16, 2010, 05:52

      Friday Nights in the Village September 17, 2010 - 5:00pm to 8:00pm Come to the Village in Big Bear every Friday night to enjoy family entertainm…

    • Oktoberfest by: admin

      September 13, 2010, 10:57

      Okotberfest is a few days away! We have coupons for free admission on Sunday for our friends. Click here, print and come a visit the Big Bear Lake…

    • TEAM JORDAN FROM EVEREST  by: admin

      June 9, 2010, 11:46

      Big Bear Lake; Come and welcome back our world record holders to celebrate their amazing accomplishment. Welcome Jordan and Live Your Dreams Fair will be on…

    • Mountain Trekking- Jordan Romero by: admin

      May 12, 2010, 07:39

      This is Jordan Romero's phonecast from the Himalayas. They have been traveling between camps at 17,000 feet and 24,000 feet, aclimating to the extreme…

    • Big Bear Lake Community Rides by: admin

      April 29, 2010, 09:14

      Sponsored by the Big Bear Chamber of Commerce Do you have a bike in your garage that is covered with dust and cobwebs? If so, dust it off and come join the…

    • Big Bear Lake Teen Climbs Everest by: admin

      April 21, 2010, 08:37

      Big Bear Lake local, Jordan Romero is attempting to climb Mount Everest. His extensive mountain climbing experience puts him on track to become the…

    • Southern California Superpipe - Big Bear Lake by: admin

      February 11, 2010, 15:12

      Photo Courtesy of Bear Mountain Resort   (Big Bear Lake, CA - February 11, 2010) - Bear Mountain is offering a dose of the Olympic Spirit as they unveil…

    • Big Bear Lake - Amgen Tour of California Stage 6 by: admin

      February 11, 2010, 10:56

      BIG BEAR LAKE, Calif. February 11, 2010 – Today officials of the Amgen Tour of California announced the Stage 6 route from Pasadena to Big Bear Lake. On…

    • Snowshoe the Bear Big Bear Lake by: admin

      February 3, 2010, 10:32

      Snowshoe the Bear is this Saturday, February, 6. The event welcomes both experts and complete novices. It starts in the Big Bear Lake Village at 8:00 AM and…

    • Big Bear Lake Concert by: admin

      January 29, 2010, 08:26

      Big Bear Lake Concert Simply Voices - The Art of Choral Singing Start Time: Friday, February 12, 2010 at 7:30pm End Time: Saturday, February 13, 2010 at…

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      January 26, 2010, 11:24

      Both Bear Mountain and Snow Summit are experiencing epic conditions. The last storm increase the snow base to 48-84 inches of machine groomed packed powder.…

    • HWY 18 Open by: admin

      January 25, 2010, 16:31

      Hwy. 330/18 (through Running Springs) and Hwy. 18 (through Lucerne Valley) just opened to the public. No big rig trucks or buses allowed at this time. R-2…

    • Road Conditions by: admin

      January 25, 2010, 14:28

      The latest road update is Caltrans and CHP will continue to allow trucks to travel up Hwy. 38 for fuel and food supplies deliveries. Inbound traffic to…

    • Road Conditions and Emergency Shelters by: admin

      January 25, 2010, 11:37

      Looking towards Big Bear Lake -Gold Mountain, Butler Peak and Snow Summit  Snow Summit open, Bear Mountain closed! Road restrictions were approved by…

    • Big Bear Lake Updates by: admin

      January 24, 2010, 09:16

      Big Bear Lake, Big Bear City, Fawnskin CA Fun in Big Bear Lake Road Conditions as of 9:00 AM, Sunday; Highway 38 closed Highway 18 closed at Arctic Circle,…

    • Big Bear Lake -Storm Updates by: admin

      January 23, 2010, 15:35

      Highway 18 (through Lucerne Valley) is now OPEN to all traffic. R-3 chain restrictions remain in effect, which means chains are required on all…

    • HWY 18 Road Conditions by: admin

      January 23, 2010, 15:08

      The Office of Emergency Services has ordered six CalFire Crews to Big Bear Lake and Big Bear City to help remove downed branches and debris. This will help…

    • Snow Storm Big Bear Lake by: admin

      January 22, 2010, 14:01

      The San Bernardino Mountains, including Big Bear Lake, received an amazing amount of snow this week. We used a Nikon Coolpix to make this homemade video of…

    • Storm Photos by: admin

      January 22, 2010, 08:53

      Snow Accumulation Baldwin Lake -Big Bear CA There is sunshine in the east Big Bear Valley. The sun is poking through the clouds and we can finally see some of…

    • WEATHER WX Big Bear Lake by: admin

      January 15, 2010, 09:40

      SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE SAN DIEGO CA JAN 14 2010 ...BIG CHANGES IN THE WEATHER NEXT WEEK... MAJOR CHANGES ARE EXPECTED IN THE…

    • Holidays in Big Bear Lake by: admin

      December 22, 2009, 08:45

      Things to do around the Big Bear Valley Snowshoe Tours at The Discovery Center December 26, & 27, 2009 - 9:00am Come celebrate our winter…

    • Christmas Holiday Calendar 2009 by: admin

      November 17, 2009, 13:45

      Christmas Tree Lighting 2008  Santa’s Grand Arrival and Tree Lighting Festivities begin at approx. 4:30pm  After a long flight from the North Pole,…

    • Amgen Tour of California 2010 by: admin

      November 12, 2009, 10:54

      Most of you know that Big Bear  CA has been confirmed as the final leg of the Amgen Tour of California 2010. Stage six, the final leg, will begin in…

    • Oktoberfest by: admin

      October 29, 2009, 12:07

      The Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest celebrates the final day of the 39th annual Oktoberfest with a special German Spooktacular." Children 12 and under dressed…

    • Big Bear Snow Play by: admin

      October 29, 2009, 10:41

      Alpine Magic Mountain has been blowing snow and looks like they will be open for snow tubing this weekend. Both Resorts (Bear Mountain and Snow…

    • Big Bear Snow by: admin

      October 28, 2009, 15:44

        There's snow in Big Bear CA! The temperature dipped down to 15 degrees last night and the Resorts took advantage of it. Alpine Slide, Bear Mountain and…

    • Big Bear CA by: admin

      October 20, 2009, 12:22

      Things To Do October 23-25, 2009 39th Annual Oktoberfest October 24, 2009 The Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest runs for seven consecutive weekends, September 19…

    • Big Bear Lake by: admin

      October 16, 2009, 11:11

      Things To Do in Big Bear CA October 16 - 18 1.  39th Annual Oktoberfest October 17 & 18, 2009 The Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest runs for seven…

    • Run for Freedom by: admin

      September 17, 2009, 14:09

      3rd Annual 1st Lt. Jared M. Landaker Memorial Run for Freedom Big Bear Lake, CA Saturday, 09-26-09 Snow Summit, 880 Summit Blvd, Big Bear Lake (MAP) Event…

    • Okotberfest Big Bear by: admin

      September 15, 2009, 11:02

      The weekend of September 19 & 20 is the beginning of the 39th Annual Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest. The event continues every weekend through the end of…

    • Big Bear Lake Marathon Race Results by: admin

      September 12, 2009, 13:24

      Full Marathon - Men 1. Tony Torres 2. Kevin McSweeney 3. Greg Garman Full Marathon - Women 1. Mary Paulsen 2. Kate Bertko 3. Juliet Morgan Results…

    • Big Bear Lake Marathon by: admin

      September 12, 2009, 10:44

      We put together this one minute clip of the start of the Big Bear Lake Marathon this morning!

    • Village Shopping -Gourmet Foods by: admin

      September 11, 2009, 15:12

      Grizzly Mountain Gourmet is getting ready to open in the Big Bear Lake Village. We just received this email from Paul, the owner, describing his store; "We…

    • Things To Do September 11-13 by: admin

      September 11, 2009, 11:25

          "Run The Bear" Big Bear Lake Marathon Location: Starts and Finishes at Pine Knot Landing in the Village Date: Friday, 09/11/2009 Time…

    • Big Bear Lake Marathon by: admin

      September 3, 2009, 14:45

        Friday Nights in the Village Season Finale to Celebrate   Run the Bear, Big Bear Lake Marathon     On Friday September…

    • Labor Day Weekend, Big Bear Lake by: admin

      September 3, 2009, 13:41

      Top 10 Things to Do in Big Bear Lake This Weekend: 1. Fall Festival at The Convention Center Location: Big Bear Lake Convention Center Date: Saturday,…

    • Community Emergency Response Teams by: admin

      August 7, 2009, 08:06

      In the event of a natural disaster or community related emergency, being self reliant confident and prepared is the most valuable personal tool you can…

    • Top 10 Thing to Do on 4th of July Weekend by: admin

      July 1, 2009, 13:57

      1. Fireworks on the Lake Come attend the biggest 4th of July fireworks display in Southern California. The fireworks are shot off from a barge on the…

    • Mountain Up! by: admin

      June 25, 2009, 12:22

      Finale at Manhatten Beach 2008 Doo-Wah Riders Explode on the Discovery Center Amphitheater Stage July 3 The Doo-Wah Riders are celebrating 20 years of…

    • Big Bear Events by: admin

      June 24, 2009, 22:07

      June 26 - 28  Corvettes West Big Bear Bash 2009- Corvettes West's Big Bear Bash takes place from June 26th to June 28th. Public events include the People's…

    • Ryan Hall Interview by: admin

      June 23, 2009, 12:58

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    • Big Bear Bridge Blasting Continues by: admin

      June 20, 2009, 01:48

      Big Bear Lake–the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Signs will be posted in advance. Please expect short delays during these time periods. Construction…

    • Jazz Trax Video by: admin

      June 19, 2009, 15:21

      Jazz Trax will be presenting great music all weekend at the Big Bear Lake Discovery Center. Tonight at 8:00 PM, Satuday and Sunday at 4:00 PM.

    • July 4th Big Bear Events by: admin

      June 19, 2009, 00:06

      Big Bear Lake Independence Day Festival Big Bear Lake Independence Day Festival at The Big Bear Lake Convention Center on July 3-5. Featuring Live…

    • Run The Bear - Big Bear Lake Marathon by: admin

      June 18, 2009, 23:00

      Run the Big Bear Lake Marathon!

    • Discovery Center Supporters by: admin

      June 18, 2009, 20:48

        About Forest Aid: The United States Forest Service, the San Bernardino National Forest Association and TreePeople are partnering to plant over 32,000…

    • Big Bear Lake Discovery Center Fund Raiser by: admin

      June 18, 2009, 19:37

      The San Bernardino National Forest Association (SBNFA) and the Big Bear Discovery Center are pleased to announced its second annual fund raiser, Big Bear…

    • Events in Big Bear by: admin

      June 17, 2009, 18:30

      Events in Big Bear CA June 20 - 21, 2009 Big Bear Multi-Hull Regatta –Satuday June 20 and Sunday June 21, The Big Bear Multi-hull Regatta is set to take…

    • Events by: admin

      June 10, 2009, 23:06

      June 13 & 14 Discovery Center Summer Concert Series: The Long Run: A Tribute To The Eagles- The Long Run: A Musical Tribute to The Eagles. Held at the…

    • New Bridge Construction by Lake by: admin

      June 9, 2009, 01:24

        We drove across the Rim of the World today. I never tire of the drive and don't feel like its a business trip. We left in the morning and the…

    • RICK SHOUP NAMED CEO OF BIG BEAR LAKE RESORT ASSOCIATION by: admin

      May 15, 2009, 21:01

      BIG BEAR LAKE, Calif./ May 15, 2009 – Joyce Reed, President of the Big Bear Lake Resort Association, announced today the appointment of Rick Shoup as the…

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    • 3 Signs - Winter is Coming to Big Bear by: admin

      October 27, 2011, 08:01

      1. Pan Hot Springs is steaming! 2. BBARWA is steaming! 3. Big Bear Snow Play is Blowing! The last of the Fall colors are showing off, and Big Bear is…

    • Big Bear Lake is Southern California's Best Oktoberfest by: BigBear

      September 6, 2011, 13:42

      This year the Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest expands its bier garden for a more comfortable social area and enhances the entertainment lineup with more authentic…

    • Big Bear Events by: admin

      September 16, 2010, 05:52

      Friday Nights in the Village September 17, 2010 - 5:00pm to 8:00pm Come to the Village in Big Bear every Friday night to enjoy family entertainm…

    • Oktoberfest by: admin

      September 13, 2010, 10:57

      Okotberfest is a few days away! We have coupons for free admission on Sunday for our friends. Click here, print and come a visit the Big Bear Lake…

  • Village  (8)
    • Live Theatre in Big Bear Lake Village by: BigBear

      May 16, 2012, 07:00

      The 2012 Big Bear Summer Theater Festival will open with “Clarence Darrow,” an in-depth look at the life and time of America’s most famous lawyer, at 7…

    • WINTERFEST TO UPLIFT WOMEN by: BigBear

      January 11, 2012, 19:23

      Big Bear Lake, Calif. January 12, 2011 – The inaugural XOS Battle of the Sexes Winterfest showcases females vs. males in three categories that includes a…

    • Halloween in the Village Made Easy by: admin

      October 29, 2010, 12:30

      Halloween Pumpkins Big Bear Lake CA -Arrive early afternoon on Sunday and park in the public parking lot on Bartlett. You’ll be able to make use of the…

    • Snowshoe the Bear Big Bear Lake by: admin

      February 3, 2010, 10:32

      Snowshoe the Bear is this Saturday, February, 6. The event welcomes both experts and complete novices. It starts in the Big Bear Lake Village at 8:00 AM and…

    • Big Bear Snow Play by: admin

      October 29, 2009, 10:41

      Alpine Magic Mountain has been blowing snow and looks like they will be open for snow tubing this weekend. Both Resorts (Bear Mountain and Snow…

    • Halloween Big Bear Village by: admin

      October 14, 2009, 05:34

      Get ready for an invasion of kids in costumes as the Village gears up to have its annual “Halloween in the Village” event October 31st, from 5:00-8:00…

    • Okotberfest Big Bear by: admin

      September 15, 2009, 11:02

      The weekend of September 19 & 20 is the beginning of the 39th Annual Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest. The event continues every weekend through the end of…

    • Village Shopping -Gourmet Foods by: admin

      September 11, 2009, 15:12

      Grizzly Mountain Gourmet is getting ready to open in the Big Bear Lake Village. We just received this email from Paul, the owner, describing his store; "We…

  • Bear Mountain  (20)
    • Opening Day Big Bear Lake by: BigBear

      November 10, 2011, 08:58

      Bear Mountain Resorts laid down a based of one to two feet of snow. They opened yesterday (Nov 9, 2011) to sunny skies and moderate temperatures. Snow Summit…

    • 1st Snow 2011 by: admin

      November 6, 2011, 12:06

      Winter blew in, tipped her hat, and that changed everything in the Big Bear Valley. In a few hours time, the temperatures plummeted, the roads went from…

    • Mountain Snow Conditions by: admin

      November 19, 2010, 10:27

        Snow Summit (MAP) has a base of six to 12 inches of man-made machine groomed packed powder. The high temperature is expected to reach 55 degrees with…

    • Big Bear Events by: admin

      September 16, 2010, 05:52

      Friday Nights in the Village September 17, 2010 - 5:00pm to 8:00pm Come to the Village in Big Bear every Friday night to enjoy family entertainm…

    • Southern California Superpipe - Big Bear Lake by: admin

      February 11, 2010, 15:12

      Photo Courtesy of Bear Mountain Resort   (Big Bear Lake, CA - February 11, 2010) - Bear Mountain is offering a dose of the Olympic Spirit as they unveil…

    • Snow Forecast for Southern California Mountain Resorts by: admin

      February 10, 2010, 06:06

      Big Bear Lake CA; A winter advisory remains in effect until 10:00 AM this morning. Winds may gust to 35 mph. Our overnight snowfall was eight inches and…

    • Road Conditions and Emergency Shelters by: admin

      January 25, 2010, 11:37

      Looking towards Big Bear Lake -Gold Mountain, Butler Peak and Snow Summit  Snow Summit open, Bear Mountain closed! Road restrictions were approved by…

    • Storm Photos by: admin

      January 22, 2010, 08:53

      Snow Accumulation Baldwin Lake -Big Bear CA There is sunshine in the east Big Bear Valley. The sun is poking through the clouds and we can finally see some of…

    • SNOW BIKE RETURNS by: admin

      January 15, 2010, 14:23

      Xcorps #46.) SNOWBIKE-2 seg3-HD- This winter X show features team XC returning to the So Cal mountains riding mini foot snowboards at Mountain High and…

    • Events in Big Bear CA by: admin

      January 15, 2010, 11:45

      Events Burton Demo Tour at Bear Mountain January 16, 2010 Have the chance to ride Burton boards, boots and bindings at the largest product demo in the…

    • Fresh Snow by: admin

      December 22, 2009, 06:52

       The Resorts pick up a fresh coat snow last night. Snow is continuing to fall, but not much more is expected. The conditions are perfect for a day on the…

    • Snow Report by: admin

      December 15, 2009, 08:56

      Big Bear Lake is having a beautiful crisp morning with sunny skies and frost everywhere. If you love winter sports, this is the week to get up here.…

    • Big Bear Mountain Resorts by: admin

      December 12, 2009, 05:40

      This week's storm blanketed Bear Mountain and Snow Summit with 14 inches of fresh powder! Snow Summit and Bear Mountain have a total of more than 15…

    • Weather and Snow Conditions by: admin

      December 9, 2009, 10:58

      We're expecting excellent conditions on the mountain this weekend. With the exptra snow, conditions may be powder and packed powder. Get on the mountain!

    • Snow Storm Photos by: admin

      December 8, 2009, 16:54

      At 2:00 PM on Monday the storm was intensifying.  Our low temperature was 12 degrees. Leaving us with crisp blue skies.

    • Snow Conditions by: admin

      December 8, 2009, 14:47

      Big Bear added to it's snow totals today with another 14 inches of powder accumulating on the Mountain. Big Bear Resorts (Bear Mountain and Snow Summit) have a…

    • Big Bear Snow Conditions by: admin

      November 2, 2009, 09:57

      Yes, we have snow conditions in Big Bear CA! Well...atleast on the mountain. Bear Mountain blew a foot of snow in the lower elevations and two feet of snow at…

    • Snowboard and Ski by: admin

      October 29, 2009, 11:20

      Bear Mountain Opens Tomorrow!   This is it! Bear will open Chair 5- Central Park run with half a dozen features tomorrow morning at 9:30! Snowmakers…

    • Big Bear's Parkumentary by: admin

      October 28, 2009, 18:52

      Big Bear Mountain Resorts is proud to announce that their 2009 movie release, Parkumentary will be available in a nine part series online through Bear…

    • Big Bear's Parkumentary by: admin

      October 28, 2009, 18:52

      Big Bear Mountain Resorts is proud to announce that their 2009 movie release, Parkumentary will be available in a nine part series online through Bear…

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    • Big Bear Lake CA White Christmas by: admin

      December 20, 2010, 07:12

      Stormy Weather Expected to Bring Snow for the Holidays Big Bear Lake CA -Rain storms have pelted Southern California for the last four days. A Pacific low…

    • Big Bear Lake Christmas by: admin

      December 7, 2010, 12:04

      We decided to walk around the Village on Monday. The skies were blue and the temperatures were wonderful. We stopped in to Himalayan Restaurant and enjoyed…

  • Fire  (1)