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05/31/2019
Big Bear Holidays

Big Bear 4th of July

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Are you looking to plan for the perfect 4th of July celebration to usher in the summer season? If so, Big Bear, California has you covered with everything to make for the perfect American holiday getaway. Here is how you can spend your Big Bear 4th of July this year: Big Bear 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular Ask any local or frequent visitor of Big Bear what they remember most of each year’s 4th of July’s celebration in Big Bear and they will tell you the Fireworks Spectacular is the

05/22/2019
Big Bear Holidays

Memorial Day Events in Big Bear

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When Memorial Day Weekend comes around,you know that summer is just around the corner. Make sure to plan for the best start to your summer by booking a stay in Big Bear, California. You can find a variety of exciting offerings including Memorial Day-only events. Here are some incredible events to check out during this year’s Memorial Day Weekend: Big Bear BBQ Festival Grill & Chill Get ready to fire up the flavor at one of the most anticipated Memorial Day weekend events in Big Bear Lake, the Big Bear

05/14/2019
Big Bear Events

Big Bear Lake Fishing

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Fishing in Big Bear Lake CA is one of the best experiences in Southern California. The cool alpine lake is just outside of the surrounding desert and the temperatures rarely exceed 80 degrees in the summer, making it the perfect place for fishing. Local officials make sure there are plenty of fish in the lake by stocking it with rainbow trout each week. The freshwater reservoir offers a variety of fishing including bass, catfish, sunfish, and bluegill. Rainbow trout are the most common fish in the lake. The reservoirs deep waters

05/2/2019
Big Bear Holidays

3 Reasons to Enjoy the Holidays in Big Bear

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The year is just getting started, so now is the perfect time to start planning your upcoming holiday getaways. When having so many options to pick from all over the country, it can be hard to settle on just one choice. Let us do the hard work for you and show you why enjoying the holidays in Big Bear is a great decision! Beautiful Nature No Matter What Season It Is When you visit Big Bear, you will notice how gorgeous the environment is all around the area. Big Bear

04/29/2019
Restaurants in Big Bear

Top 5 Pizza Places in Big Bear Locals Love

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Pizza for lunch or dinner is never a bad option during your stay in Big Bear, California. Finding the perfect pizza joint is as easy as seeing what pizza places in Big Bear are favorite among the locals. Here is where you should grab pizza from during your Big Bear stay: Saucy Mama’s Pizzeria While it might get busy inside, never pass up an opportunity to dine in at Saucy Mama’s Pizzeria. As the name entails, you can expect some deliciously saucy pizza with excellent customer service. Homemade pizza dough

04/29/2019
Big Bear Things to Do

Fun Spring Break Things to Do in Big Bear

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You have not experienced Spring Break the right way until you have celebrated this week of fun in Big Bear. Located in Southern California, Big Bear Lake makes for the perfect and easy-to-get-to destination for Spring Breakers all across the Southwest. Here is how you can spend the perfect Spring Break in Big Bear: Skiing and Snowboarding The weather has been cold this year,so expect some incredible skiing conditions during Spring Break! Masthope Mountain is a short distance away and is still experiencing some of the best snow in years.

04/29/2019
About Big Bear Lake

Let’s All Go Chasn’ Waterfalls

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It’s officially Springtime here at Big Bear Vacations and with the amazing winter we had everyone is out on the trails looking for the best waterfall hike in Big Bear! Normally I’m a huge advocate of “flip flop” hikes like the Woodland Interpretive Trail on the N.Shore of BB. An easy hike with great views…that you can do in about 45min in your flip flops. However, it’s starting to warm up on the mountain and the snow melt is creating some spectacular waterfalls in Big Bear all over the forest!

04/1/2019
Around Town

March Big Bear Events: St. Patrick’s Day and Earth Hour

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The holiday season may be over, but there’s still plenty to celebrate in Big Bear Lake during March. From St. Patrick’s Day festivities to the global Earth Hour movement, visitors can enjoy seasonal events alongside late-season skiing, spring hiking, and Big Bear’s vibrant dining scene. St. Patrick’s Day in Big Bear Lake (March 17, 2027) Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day on Wednesday, March 17, 2027, with festive food, green beer, Irish whiskey, and live entertainment at many of Big Bear Lake’s local restaurants, pubs, and breweries. While offerings vary each year,

03/8/2019
Around Town

Big Bear Cross Country Skiing and Snow Shoeing

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When planning your winter vacation, you want to visit a place that offers as much to do outside as it does inside, and of course, we think Big Bear is just the place! When the snow starts falling and the days grow shorter, Big Bear comes to life, offering a plethora of exciting and fulfilling activities that ensure your vacation will be the best one yet. And while most people think of downhill skiing as the most popular sport, the latest winter trends of cross country skiing in Big Bear and snowshoeing have

02/8/2019
Big Bear Holidays

Romantic Activities for Valentine’s Day in Big Bear

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It may seem as if Christmas and New Year’s was only yesterday, but the pages of the calendar flip by faster the older you get, and now it is suddenly time for hearts and candies and special trips. Yes, Valentine’s Day is upon us, but you’re not to worried: You made the decision to bring your sweet to Big Bear a while ago, and now all that is left is to plan out some romantic activities for your stay! And because we want to ensure that every guest has an