Big Bear Lake, CA

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A photo of hamburgers and beers at Rock Burgers & Brews - there are sweet potato fries and onion rings in a clam shell box.

Best Burgers In Big Bear

Posted: 12/11/25

Big Bear is known for its beautiful mirror-like lake - but let's not forget its delicious burgers! Here are our top 10 best burger spots right here in the...

A photo of a car driving on a snowy road amidst the snow topped trees - the sunset gently glowing from behind the trees.

The Climb to Big Bear - in an EV

Posted: 12/10/25

Electric vehicles in Big Bear require a little more travel planning. Be sure your lodging can accommodate charging, note Big Bear charging locations, and take...

A photo taken during a golden hour in Big Bear Lake, the fog and lake water gently reflecting the gold-ish light.

Preserve Our Natural Playground

Posted: 12/10/25

Whether you're living in the mountains or visiting for the weekend - everyone has a part to play in Preserving Our Natural Playground

A couple carry paddleboards to Big Bear Lake from their lakefront home vacation rental.

Big Bear Lakeside Lodging

Posted: 12/05/25

Start your vacation off right . . . and we mean "right" at the edge of the water, when you book one of these gorgeous lakeside lodges.

How to Celebrate Thanksgiving in Big Bear Lake

Posted: 11/18/25

This Thanksgiving, we're giving our thanks to you - our valued visitors! Enjoy our locally curated list of things to do this Thanksgiving Weekend in Big...

A family watches on as Dad tosses a horseshoe in an outdoor pit in Big Bear Lake, CA. Big Bear lodging accommodations.

Big Bear's Cozy Neighborhoods

Posted: 11/01/25

When booking your cabin rental in Big Bear, get to know the different neighborhoods and the quirks and characteristics of each.

Big Bear's Grand Menorah shines brightly next to The Village Christmas Tree in Big Bear Lake this holiday season.

Now Twinkling! Big Bear's Season of Lights

Posted: 10/30/25

From holiday lights in The Village, to the Festival of Lights Contest, the Grand Menorah Lighting and the Christmas Tree Lighting, Big Bear is a Twinkle Town...

A picture of Santa riding his red sleigh pulled along by his reindeer through the falling snow, the sun beginning to rise.

Santa Takes a Break to Play in the Snow!

Posted: 10/30/25

Santa's in town! Meet the jolly old man as he makes his rounds in Big Bear in preparation for the Night Before Christmas.

A couple sits at a wooden counter with glasses of wine inside a cabin with a view of Big Bear Lake outside the windows.

Restaurants with a Lake View

Posted: 10/09/25

Dine with a view at Big Bear's lakefront restaurants.

Bats and bare tree branches are silhouetted against a night sky as the full moon shines bright in this Halloween scene.

Big Bear Ghosts & Ghoulish History

Posted: 10/05/25

It only makes sense that souls who once called this valley home would still be lingering centuries on, reminding us of the history that surrounds us.

Couple enjoying the golden fall forest Big Bear Lake California.

Best Fall Color Hikes

Posted: 10/02/25

Colors change. Connection stays. As the aspens turn gold and the air grows crisp, Big Bear transforms — but its magic never fades. Every trail offers a new...

A photo of a tree with autumn leaves in Big Bear Lake, the sunshine glaring through the gaps in the branches of the tree.

Unique Ways to View Colors!

Posted: 08/26/25

Not to brag, but Big Bear Lake boasts some pretty spectacular colors in the fall season! Something we like to call the Falltacular season!