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An August 2001 trip to Big Bear by toomuch

Big Bear LakeMore Photos

I visit Big Bear many times, I have come to know the area well, I hope to share with you some of the beauty.

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Big Bear cityBest of IgoUgo

Overview

Skiing, fishing and simply relaxing in the mountains.

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Best Way To Get Around:

Driving is the main way to get around Big Bear, much like the rest of California.

Mountainview ApartmentsBest of IgoUgo

Hotel | "Mountain view"

Someones little hideout
I am lucky as a friend of mine owns a property here, however a huge selection of cabins are available, visit link for more details, I have included some photos of the type of accomodation available, a small 1 bed cosy cabin to a lakefront mini mansion with its own launch, the choice is yours.
  • Member Rating 4 out of 5 by toomuch on August 5, 2001

Mountainview Apartments
488 E 15th St Big Bear, California 92223
(951) 845-8407

Boo Bear's DenBest of IgoUgo

Restaurant | "Boo Bear Den"

Set in big Bear village, a fine meal every time at a price to suit anyone, sit inside or outside. Smoking is allowed outside, and in summer its a very pleasant experience.
  • Member Rating 4 out of 5 by toomuch on August 5, 2001

Boo Bear's Den
572 Pine Knot Ave Big Bear, California 92315
(909) 866-2162

Big Bear Lake Municipal Water District: Information & Use PermitsBest of IgoUgo

Attraction | "Big Bear Lake"

Lake View
The lake has somewhere in the region of 27 miles of shoreline, it offers anything from a trip on an old pirate boat (you can even get married on it ) to water ski-ing or fishing, many of the lakefront rental properties have their own private launch.
  • Member Rating 3 out of 5 by toomuch on August 5, 2001

Big Bear Lake Municipal Water District: Information & Use Permits
40524 Lakeview Drive Big Bear, California 92315
(909) 866-5796

Big Bear MarinaBest of IgoUgo

Attraction | "san bernadino national park"

Big Bear is set in the San Bernadino National Park, there are many activities, walking in the forest (take a stick and watch out for bears / coyotes / snakes ) fish, swim, take your pick, most of it costs a few US dollars but its well worth a stay even if only for a weekend.
  • Member Rating 4 out of 5 by toomuch on August 5, 2001

Big Bear Marina
Corner of Paine Road & Big Bear, California 92315
(909) 866-3218

Alpine Slide at Magic MountainBest of IgoUgo

Attraction | "Alpine Slide @ Magic Mountain"

Drop off the kids in this supervised fun park and relax for the day, knowing they will be taken care off, unlimited passes mean they can stay all day.
  • Member Rating 3 out of 5 by toomuch on August 5, 2001

Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain
800 Wildrose Lane Big Bear, California 92315
(909) 866-4626

Big Bear Charter FishingBest of IgoUgo

Attraction | "Big Bear charte Fishing"

For more info call 1-877-965-0279. This is a USA number, from outside the USA call the country code then (909)866-2240.

Their boats, 1999 and 2000 models, are fully loaded with live wells, fish finders, trolling motors and more! Your licensed and friendly guides are ready to answer questions and assist you upon request.

  • Member Rating 4 out of 5 by toomuch on August 5, 2001

Big Bear Charter Fishing
P.O. Box 120326 Big Bear, California
(909) 866-2240

Big Bear Resorts Bear Mountain CateringBest of IgoUgo

Attraction | "Big Bear Ski Resort"

a warning
For those who like to ski, check out the web site at www.bearmtn.com

This site has all the info you will need.

Phone (USA): 909-585-2519

  • Member Rating 4 out of 5 by toomuch on August 5, 2001

Big Bear Resorts Bear Mountain Catering
43101 Goldmine Drive Big Bear, California 92315
(909) 585-2519

Big Bear Discovery CentreBest of IgoUgo

Attraction

Visit this URL for more info: www.bigbear.com

Have a great fun time, it's really worth a visit even if you only do it once, but I am sure you will go back again.

  • Member Rating 3 out of 5 by toomuch on August 5, 2001

Big Bear Discovery Centre
1020 Highway 38 Big Bear, California 92333
(909) 866-3437

Places to stayBest of IgoUgo

Story/Tip

Lakefront rentals
As a year round resort, there are many places to stay in Big bear, here are some URL`s to check out, I hope you find something suitable in this fine resort

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A complete listing can be found at:

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So you fell in love with itBest of IgoUgo

Story/Tip

Typical Cabin
Big bear is a place everyone loves. Although property can be cheap or at the other end hellishly expensive, there is really no industry in the resort, it's a small place set at the top of a mountain. However, if you are rich or you think you can make it here with your own buisness, heres a URL for real estate

www.bigbear.com/realestate

Yes, I would dearly love to live there too, maybe one day!

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toomuch
toomuch
West Covina, California

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