Summer Top Activities

🚤 Lake Activities

Pontoon boats, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, jet skiing, fishing boats, and sailing on Big Bear Lake.

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🄾 Hiking

Dozens of trails from easy lakeside walks to challenging summit climbs with stunning panoramic views.

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🚵 Mountain Biking

Lift-served downhill at Snow Summit Bike Park, plus hundreds of miles of cross-country singletrack.

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šŸ•ļø Camping

Multiple campgrounds in the San Bernardino National Forest — from full-hookup RV sites to primitive backcountry spots.

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šŸŽ£ Fishing

Rainbow trout, largemouth bass, catfish, and more. Fish from shore, dock, or boat on Big Bear Lake.

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šŸ‡ Horseback Riding

Guided trail rides through mountain meadows and pine forests — available for beginners and experienced riders.

More Summer Fun

šŸ› Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain

Big Bear's iconic summer attraction! Alpine slide ($8), go-karts ($10), water slide ($6), mini golf ($8), spinning tops ($6). 800 Wildrose Ln. All ages.

šŸ§— Action Tours Zipline

Soar through treetops on zip lines over Big Bear! $125–$129 for the full canopy tour. Ages 7+, 70–250 lbs. Aerial obstacle course also available.

ļæ½ Baldwin Lake Stables

Guided horseback trail rides through mountain meadows and pine forests. 1-hour and 2-hour rides. All experience levels. Beautiful scenery. Reservations recommended.

šŸ“ā€ā˜ ļø Pirate Ship Time Bandit

90-minute pirate cruise on the lake! Interactive adventure with water cannons. $44 adult, $34 child. Departs Holloway's Marina. Book ahead!

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šŸŖ‚ Scenic Chairlift Rides

Ride the ski lifts in summer for panoramic views of the lake and valley — no skiing required! Available at Snow Summit.

šŸŒ„ Rim of the World Drive

Highway 18 is one of the most scenic drives in California. Dramatic mountain vistas, overlooks, and access to multiple trailheads along the way.

šŸ’” Summer Tips

  • • Temperatures are mild (70s–80s°F) during the day, but nights can be cool (40s–50s°F) — bring layers
  • • UV is intense at high altitude — sunscreen and sunglasses are essential
  • • Fire restrictions are common — check before planning campfires
  • • Book lake activities and popular restaurants ahead on weekends