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Mountain Region

Big Bear Lake is located in the San Bernardino National Forest, which is known as the largest urban forest in the country. At an altitude of 7,000’ and boasting more than 300 days of sunshine each year, Big Bear’s superb climate, scenic beauty and wide range of recreational choices make it a preferred location for mini vacations for families, outdoor enthusiasts and romantic couples.

 

 Big Bear Lake, Southern California’s only four-season alpine resort is just a short drive from the Inland Empire. Escape to Big Bear Lake’s timberland playground spring through autumn to play on its seven-mile long lake and explore its lush pine forest. In winter, Big Bear’s snow covered terrain is ideal for a variety of winter sports and is home to Southern California’s two premier ski resorts.

 

Whether it’s a casual nature walk or high-energy action sports, Big Bear has it all! Guests enjoy adventures through the backcountry, on the lake, and of course on the slopes! Big Bear’s timberland playground is loaded with recreation!

 

Bring your fishing pole and tackle because Big Bear Lake is known as one of the best fisheries in the Southland. You can fish for trout, bass, crappie, catfish and bluegill all year round. Get wet with freshwater aquatic sports, including wakeboarding, water skiing, wave runners, kayaking and canoeing; hike the backcountry and explore some of Big Bear’s most scenic wonders.

 

At Holloway’s Marina, you can rent any equipment you need to get out on the lake, whether you’re in to fishing, relaxing, or sports. Tour Big Bear Lake aboard the Time Bandit, the original ship from the movie The Time Bandit. Your pirate host will tell you all about the famous history of the lake, and secret stories about today.

 

Ride a mountain bike to the top of a summit to take in the panoramic views. Take a ride to the far reaches of Big Bear Valley in an off-road high clearance vehicle. Get personal with alpine wildlife at Moonridge Animal Park. Capture the essence of Big Bear’s beauty with your camera or discover the variety of bird inhabitants of Big Bear Valley on a guided tour or on your own.  Saddle up on a horse to explore the backwoods.

 

In the winter, ski or ride the slopes of Snow Summit and Bear Mountain. Take an adventure into the serene white forest to enjoy the silence of winter via snowshoes. Thrill seekers wanting a little boost ride down the slopes on inner tubes at Big Bear’s inner tubing parks. Bald eagles come to Big Bear every winter; enjoy a tour to see the nation’s bird soaring through the alpine skies. 

 Of course you can’t do everything in one day, which is why Big Bear Lake Resort Association has a wide variety of lodging to choose from. Finish your day of fun at your private accommodations. Choices range from full service hotels to charming bed & breakfasts, private homes and rustic cabins. Whether it is lakefront, in the village or countryside, every lodge in Big Bear creates a romantic atmosphere. Big Bear is a Breath of Fresh Air!

Big Bear Lake visitors and their guests get the most up-to-date information about Big Bear Valley 24 hours a day, seven days a week by logging onto BigBear.com. The website is designed to answer most questions related to Big Bear Valley. In addition to the informative website, vacation specialists are available at 800-4-BIG-BEAR (800-424-4232) for inquiries and reservations.

 

 

The phrase “It’s a Chamber of Commerce Day” is heard frequently throughout the Lake Arrowhead Communities. Lake Arrowhead is located in the mountains of Southern California. Lake Arrowhead, part of the San Bernardino National Forest, is just 90 miles east from Los Angeles, and a paradise of outdoor recreation and year-round beauty. It’s all about the weather! It’s easy to read statistics regarding the weather in Lake Arrowhead, but one can not do justice to the fabulous weather by using a chart.

 

Each season is very distinct here and each day brings the beauty of Mother Nature to the forefront of the lives of those who reside and visit here. 

 Every year begins in Lake Arrowhead crisp, clear, and often white. While snow is a wonderful part of living here, seldom is it an inconvenience as the major roads are kept relatively free from snow and are open most of the time. Winter is a quiet time in Lake Arrowhead, yet visitors do flock to the mountains to experience the snow. When thoughts turn to skiing and snow play, there’s no better place to visit than the Lake Arrowhead Communities.  

Spring brings vivid color to Lake Arrowhead. As bright daffodils and tulips usher in warmer temperatures, birds chirp, wildlife frolics and new life explodes throughout the area.  

Summer is just about perfect ~ never too warm and never too cool. It’s not so much the weather though; it’s the sounds that make the summer memorable. Ski boats on the lake, the lapping of the water, children playing and the daily light breeze rustling through the pines. Summer is the time to make the most out of outdoor life; it’s very hard to stay indoors from May through September.  

The mountains come alive in the fall with colors of dark golds, reds, and oranges. The trees and a variety of vegetation put on a show for those who come to the mountains in October and November. Couple the spectacular color with warm days and cool evenings and that adds up to a simply glorious season.  

Yes, every day is a “Chamber of Commerce day” within the Lake Arrowhead Communities and it is something all who are fortunate enough to live or visit here have the opportunity to experience and appreciate.  

So Why Vacation in the Lake Arrowhead Communities? What makes Lake Arrowhead stand apart from other So. Cal vacation destinations?

• Sits on a private lake offering tourists an “exclusive” feel        

• Sits in the middle of the San Bernardino National Forest

• The downtown is Lake Arrowhead Village – you can walk everywhere

• Close by, but feels like another world

• Four distinct seasons – a different look and a different feel to each one

 

 Special events year round, lodging priced to accommodate everyone, family and pet friendly, restaurants for every pocketbook, seasonal sports, you name it, Lake Arrowhead has it. By the way, did you know over 120 movies have been filmed in the Lake Arrowhead area – movies such as Next, American President, Space Jam, the remake of The Parent Trap…  

And it is ONLY 90 minutes from most places in Southern California. Yes, you can go to the beach or to the desert, but there is only one area deemed “The Jewel of Southern California” and that is Lake Arrowhead – perfect all year long. So many places claim to inspire, rejuvenate and relax. But in the middle of Southern California, there is one place that is safely out of reach of the congestion and frenzied pace of city life – Lake Arrowhead. 

 With shopping, dining and plenty of year-round entertainment and activities, Lake Arrowhead is great for families or couples and don’t forget to bring your favorite four-legged friend as Lake Arrowhead is a very pet-friendly destination.

  The Lake Arrowhead Communities Chamber of Commerce sponsors many events throughout the year geared to both the visitor and the local residents. A cornerstone event for the community is the Annual Antique and Classic Wooden Boat Show.

Southern Californians have the opportunity to see some of the most rare and beautiful antique and classic wooden boats still in existence on Lake Arrowhead. The Annual Antique and Classic Wooden Boat Show takes place in June at Lake Arrowhead Village. The show features over 50 wooden boats, moored on the water at Lake Arrowhead, on two separate docks.

The Lake Arrowhead Antique and Classic Wooden Boat Show is the premier wooden boat show in Southern California and the only one in the area that is judged. This is the first event of the summer season at Lake Arrowhead and one of the biggest of the year. 

  Another very special event is the Annual Home Tour. The Lake Arrowhead Communities is full of spectacular homes and the only way to view some of the most impressive residences in the area is to participate in the annual Home Tour. The tour showcases 4 stunning homes, one available only via boat shuttle, along with a wine and cheese reception at the private Burnt Mill Beach Club and a souvenir wine glass. Only 1500 tickets are sold for the event. This is an event that sells out each year. 

Lake Arrowhead is also home to the largest FREE summer concert series in Southern California. Running May through September, thousands enjoy over 40 exceptional shows every Friday, Saturday and Holiday evening at Center Stage in Lake Arrowhead Village. Free festival seating is available on a first come, first served basis. See our Calendar of Events section of the website for the concert listings.  

Lake Arrowhead Village hosts the largest FREE admission Oktoberfest in Southern California. Running on weekends throughout the month of October, Center Stage is transformed into a fabulous Beer Garden with music, dancing and lots of family fun. Both the Summer Concert Series and Oktoberfest are packed with attendees, so plan to arrive early to get a seat and enjoy the day.  

We hope you will enjoy perusing our website. You will find answers to all of your questions within these pages. Should you need additional assistance, don’t hesitate to call the Lake Arrowhead Communities Chamber of Commerce a 909) 337-3715 or email us at info@lakearrowhead.net. 

 
   
   
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