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About Big Bear

Big Bear Lake is a world of natural beauty, crisp, clean alpine air, and endless four-season recreation. High above the hustle of everyday life, Big Bear Lake provides the ideal getaway for a day or for a long vacation. 

An easy drive from virtually anywhere in Southern California, Big Bear Lake offers numerous recreational opportunities including boating, sailing, water skiing, fishing, hiking, camping, mountain biking, horseback riding, golfing, down hill and cross-country skiing, snowboarding, snow-shoeing, and more. Big Bear Lake is also host to numerous events throughout the year including Old Miner’s Days, Oktoberfest, mountain bike racing, hobie cat regattas, jazz festivals, car shows, trout classics, rodeos, ski and snowboard competitions, and more.

Community Information

City of Big Bear Lake
909-866-5796

Road Conditions
909-866-7623

Snow Summit
909-866-5766

Bear Mountain
909-585-2519

Bear Valley Unified School District
909-866-4631

Chamber of Commerce
909-866-4607

Charter Communications

Big Bear Municipal Water District

Big Bear Lake Department of Water

Bear Valley Electric Service

Southwest Gas Corporation