Big Bear Lake WON Troutfest 2025
Great News! TroutfesT returns to Big Bear Lake! Eager anglers are invited to reel in the biggest catch for some great prizes.
Event Date, Time & Place
September 27 - 28, 2025
Big Bear Marina, 500 Paine Ct
Awards to commence around 3:30 PM at Big Bear Marina parking lot. Awards will be given to 1st through 5th place to the top adult male, top adult female, top junior male (under 14 years of age), top junior female (under 14 years of age) and overall big fish.
Thousands of dollars in equipment will be raffled off to those in attendance. You must be present to win. The Blind Bogie cash prizes will be awarded Sunday. It is recommended to bring folding lawn/beach chairs as no seating is provided. NO DOGS PERMITTED.

Event Info
Entry Fees:
- Adults $75
- Juniors (14 and under) $50
First 600 entries receive a goodie bag with items from event sponsors!
Check-In
- Fri. Sept. 26 from 4 - 9 PM at Big Bear Municipal Water District located at 40524 Lakeview Dr (909-866-5796)
- Late sign-ups taken if space available at a $15 late fee.
- Late check-in is Sat. Sept. 27 from 6 - 7 AM at same location. It is recommended to check-in Friday.
Tournament Schedule
Saturday, Sept 27
- Lines may be dropped 7 AM - 4 PM
- Weigh station open 12 PM - 4 PM at Big Bear Marina (40524 Lakeview Dr)
- Anglers will not be permitted to weigh fish if joining the line after 4 PM.
- Anglers may weigh fish ONCE per day.
- Anglers MAY NOT continue to fish after weighing.
Sunday, Sept 28
- Lines may be dropped 7 AM - 2 PM
- Weigh station open 11 AM - 2 PM at Big Bear Marina
- Anglers will not be permitted to weigh fish if joining the line after 2 PM.
- Anglers may weigh fish ONCE per day.
- Anglers MAY NOT continue to fish after weighing.
Contact
Billy Egan at bille@wonews.com or 949-366-0248