Big Bear Vacations Blog

Everyone’s favorite German holiday is almost upon us—we mean Oktoberfest, of course! Oktoberfest is one of the largest traditions celebrated around the world every year. Big Bear also joins in on the fun with their annual Big Bear Oktoberfest event that keeps getting bigger year after year. If you are planning on joining the festivities this year, you are in for the event of a lifetime. 49th Annual Oktoberfest Oktoberfest has been a long-standing tradition in Big Bear Lake; in fact, this year marks the 49th consecutive event to take

If you have been to Big Bear, California, you know there is no limit to all of the delicious restaurants found about town. Each year new local restaurants pop up, offering their incredible cuisine for you to enjoy. Here are some of our new restaurants in Big Bear: Oakside If you are looking for a warm and rustic restaurant where you can find your favorite American dishes, you need to dine in at Oakside. This spacious local establishment features indoor and outdoor seating, letting you enjoy the beautiful Big Bear

It is never too early to start planning your spooky celebration for Halloween this year. While Halloween weekend may not be the busiest tourism time, it is a perfect opportunity to see all that Big Bear has to offer. Here is how to celebrate Halloween in Big Bear this year: Scarecrow Festival at the Village From the end of September to just after Halloween you will find Big Bear Village decorated with cute scarecrows all throughout the town. Local merchants and vendors will create and display their very own scarecrow,

If you are looking for an ideal time to visit Big Bear, California, we recommend the gorgeous fall season. You can avoid the bigger crowds of summer while enjoying some cooler temperatures when taking your vacation getaway to Big Bear later in the year. When planning for the perfect vacation, you will want to find the perfect activities to enjoy during your stay. Here are some of our favorite activities in Big Bear you can enjoy during the fall season: Go Hiking Big Bear is an outdoor enthusiast’s playground with

Vacation is not just about kicking back and relaxing on the beach. Make sure to hit the town and see all the unique shops and restaurants that Big Bear, California has to offer. Here are some of the best Big Bear restaurants and some of the trendiest places in town that deserve a visit: Paisley Boutique For some of the hottest trends in women’s fashion, make sure to stop at Paisley Boutique. This local clothing store features unique brands you cannot find in your big box stores. The availability always

You have not experienced the thrill of golfing until you have played a round of golf in the dark with Glow Golf at Bear Mountain Golf Course. This exciting event lets you try your hand at golf in a completely different experience. This is the kind of unique event that Big Bear is known for! Here is what you can expect from Glow Golf: All Skill Levels Welcome Golfing can be a bit intimidating to get into at first if you are inexperienced. Most golf resorts are often visited by

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

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.

Winter is our favorite time of year. As the temperatures drop with the falling snow, we bundle up in our warmest and brightest-colored clothes and head to the slopes for long days of Big Bear snowboarding snowboarding and skiing fun! Big Bear is a wonderful place to visit or live in any season, but in our heart of hearts we know that it comes alive after the calendar pages turn to the winter season, and with the choice of two ski resorts and 40 trails, it’s quite obvious why we

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