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02/19/2018
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Experience Wildlife in Big Bear

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The Wilds are Closer Than You Think Big Bear is a land of four seasons and life changing experiences. Many come up the mountain for snow adventure and even our summer concert series Music in the Mountains, however there is so much more! Bear Valley is a photography mecca with opportunities to take high altitude photos of San Gorgonio or Snow Summit, wildlife, people, events, music, lake life, and of course sunsets (we think we have the best!). Come to Big Bear and enjoy the more hidden gems with us

02/7/2018
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Big Bear for Valentine’s Day

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With the holidays but a memory, February finds us itching for a reason to do something special. Take Valentine’s Day as your excuse to visit Big Bear, California! The mountain town is more romantic than some people give it credit-full of excitement, beauty, and relaxation, it’s perfect for a trip for two! Thrill of the Mountains Snow Summit and Bear Mountain are both in full operations during the month of February, and if you don’t think anything can up your heart-rate like the sight of your special someone, try taking

02/2/2018
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Bear Necessities Surprise Visitor

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One Stop Big Bear Shop for Fun and Friends Bear Necessities is our newest addition to Big Bear Vacations check in experience. You will receive $5 Credit to use for a minimum ten dollar purchase at check in. This is a GREAT start to getting all your family souvenirs or even some basics like Firewood. Avoid the lines in the Village or the big stores and get truly unique high quality gifts and Big Bear Gear.

01/5/2018
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Plan a Winter Visit to Big Bear

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Because of the weather that southern California typically experiences, it may be hard at times to really get into the spirit of winter. Let’s be honest: Does it really feel like winter when it’s sunny and 75 degrees outside? Luckily for you, there’s a hidden winter wonderland in southern California waiting to make you and your family’s winter vacation the most memorable to date. Come up and visit Bear Big Lake and experience a winter wonderland like no other in California! A True Winter Paradise When You Visit Big Bear

12/22/2017
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Big Bear Christmas Events

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Big Bear is one of Southern California’s top skiing and snowboarding destinations for the winter season. Whether you are enjoying one of the community’s numerous ski resorts, the shops and restaurants of the Big Bear Lake Village, or exploring the San Bernardino National Forest, Big Bear offers something for everyone in the winter season. Planning Christmas for the family may seem like a scary task when on vacation, but here in Big Bear, finding the closest Christmas event is just as easy as being at home. Here are our top

11/17/2017
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Thanksgiving in Big Bear

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We all know the importance of a holiday does not necessarily come from where or how you celebrate it, but who you celebrate it with. Getting together with family is what many of us look forward to for Thanksgiving. With that being said, spending the holiday in an amazing place will go a long way in adding some excitement to the typical proceedings. One of the best places to spend a Thanksgiving in the United States is Big Bear, California. Activities to Celebrate this Thanksgiving in Big Bear There is

11/10/2017
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Top Pizza Spots in Big Bear

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Big Bear has become the favorite vacation destination for thousands upon thousands of people. It is a one of a kind place that offers the feeling of a tropical paradise with its clear blue waters, mixed with an alpine escape from the towering mountains. While visitors may not necessarily come for the amazing pizza around the lake, they sure are delightfully surprised when they try some of the best Big Bear pizza that the area has to offer. Below are just a couple of the spots serving up the best

10/23/2017
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Top Big Bear Tours

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You may think you do not need a tour to enjoy the incredible area that makes up and surrounds the city of Big Bear. And the truth is, you are right. This place is so amazing, it is nearly impossible to not have a memorable experience here. But if you want to experience the beauty, recreation, and community of Big Bear like never before, then you should consider taking one of the many fantastic tours provided here anyway. The following are just a few of the Big Bear tours that

10/9/2017
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5 Fun Facts About Big Bear

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Big Bear is a small city with a massive lake in California. It is one of the most popular alpine lakes in the country, and for good reason. Many people know of the great beauty here, but there is so much more to this incredible place. Here are a few fun facts that make it a great place to visit. Big Bear is a Manmade Lake The first dam was created in 1885. It was expanded upon in 1910, thus tripling the amount of water in the lake. The area

03/15/2017
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Spring Break in Big Bear Lake

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Spring Fever hits me every February, (yes I realize it’s now mid-March, but my fever hits early). It’s that cusp between full blown winter and hints of warmness. I think longingly of warm sunny days, crisp nights and the knowledge that summer is just around the corner.  I realize this is a bit hasty.  I mean, it’s still technically winter, but I cannot stop the daydreams of tank tops, shorts and longer days. Spring Break is a really great time to come to Big Bear Lake. We have so many