Apple Valley Dog Park

(20 reviews)

9.7 mi

There's lots of parking. There's two playgrounds: one for toddlers and one for older kids. There's…read moretwo baby swings, two kinds of swings I've never seen before elsewhere, and two regular swings. The swings were pretty high up. I'm only four foot nine so I couldn't lift my kids into the first 4 swings. The park has nice little details like a roundabout, a xylophone and rock climbing. There's a lot of benches and tables for the parents to watch their kids nearby. One thing I will say, the park is super popular and it was very packed. All the kids we encountered were so sweet and kind towards each other. It was really nice seeing everyone get along and playing together. There's an office, a baseball field and bathrooms. There's also an indoor pool but it was currently closed. Very nice park.

Great dog park overall! The water fountains work well and there's plenty of space for both big and…read moresmall dogs. A few toy balls and a nice water bowl were available, which was a nice touch. Tip: bring your own poo bags -- the park service didn't have any stocked, and unfortunately a few owners didn't clean up after their dogs. Still, if everyone does their part, it's a great place to let the pups run and play.

Toddler playground

Big kid playground

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Mojave Narrows Regional Park

3.2

(83 reviews)

3.5 mi

Beautiful park in the high desert offering many recreational activities for the whole family. Great…read morefor hiking, relaxing, camping, picnicking, wildlife watching, photography and fishing. There is a fee per day/per car ($15 as of this writing), so plan accordingly. While I didn't camp, I did see some stunning campsites right next to the water and in beautiful condition. Lots of great hiking spots, lots of folks fishing and overall a wonderful atmosphere. There's even a Frisbee golf course. Very clean and well-maintained. Parking is included in the entrance fee. Always check the website https://parks.sbcounty.gov/park/mojave-narrows-regional-park/ for current regulations and fees. Enjoy!

So I took my family to the splash pad area/jungle gym and it was nice. The kids loved running…read morethrough the water. The staff was nice at the entrance and a worker asked us if we needed anything thrown away so clearly they care about keeping the park clean of trash. With that being said, it was still a decent amount of trash in the grassy areas but there were a lot of people there celebrating parties etc. my main gripe would be the lack of cleanliness of the restrooms. But once again, we came on a holiday weekend and there were a lot of people out.

Beautiful foliage changing color; golden-green trees

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MacKay Park

4.5

(42 reviews)

18.3 mi

Went to MacKay park last month, I did not take any photos that day, but it was a small park good…read morefor family and children. Upon arriving, parking lot is not as big as you would expect, we squeezed in besides the trash cans to park, however it was really clean, and everyone's vibe is nothing but smiles and nods. They do have bathrooms, on the right hand side near the parking lot are swings, to the left and middle part closer to the parking lot has two pickleball courts, and if you walk past the swings the walkway leads to a view and a children's playground. My fiancée and I came for the dog park, which was literally a walk to the left past the actual parking lot. Spacious with a few trees and limited spots for shade. But enough room for your furry friends to stretch their legs!

What a gem this park is, we got done walking around the Village so we decided to take the girls to…read morethe park for a bit before we went to meet up with our other friends to watch the bands play. Wow this park is amazing, it was very windy and foggy but the kids didn't mind. We brought blankets so through them over us lol and walked over. They have swings when you first walk up, but if you walk a bit further they have the playground. They also have a tennis or bad mitten court and basketball courts too. The playground is so nice and clean and they have a cool zip line for the kids to play on, they loved that so much and had a blast going on it lol. It even has a cute little gazebo such a beautiful park. The girls had a blast we would love to come here again. If you have never been to MacKay Park you should if you have little ones it's really beautiful here. Even if you don't it's peaceful and in the mountains and so lovely. The parking lot is pretty big too so plenty for everyone. Have a beautiful day, be kind to everyone :) Aloha

Scenic view from outlook

Dog park side

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Bark Park

(33 reviews)

26.1 mi

This is a pretty gross dog park. It's smaller than a tennis court, all dirt (no grass) and no one…read morepicks up after their dogs, including, I would assume, the city workers who are supposed to do this job. I decided to be a good samaritan and started to pick up some other dogs' poo but stopped after a dozen or so. There were several dozen more. Come on, Big Bear. Do better. The only reason I'm giving this place two starts instead of one is because the people I met there - locals - were nice people.

Was visiting in town, happy that this dog park was local. Only 5 mins away from the village…read more 2 things I wasn't the biggest fan of, 1. The Sand(super messy) 2. Was that many dogs maybe only 1-2, I seen more dogs outside of the actual dog park. Just roaming around the actual park.. But overall was cool that dog had somewhere to let some energy out.

Ended up just walking him around the park because there was no dogs for him to play with..

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Dog park sunset view

The Ranch Bark Park

4.8

(4 reviews)

30.0 mi

The Ranch Park is one of my favorites in the Big Bear City area. For anyone visiting Big Bear who…read morewould like to visit a park but not deal with tourist-heavy areas, The Ranch Park is such a wonderful spot. Located in the back of a residential area, the park features relaxing energy with some beautiful nature / mountain views. If you're looking for a place to see the famous Big Bear Wild Burros (donkeys), they are often roaming around this neighborhood, especially if you take Lakewood Drive to the back of the neighborhood. Sometimes they can be seen wandering around The Ranch Park, especially when it's early in the morning or late in the evening and not super crowded. There's a really nice fenced in dog park (The Ranch Bark Park), but also lots of other features including a playground, climbing rock, tennis courts, basketball courts, and a ADA-friendly walking path. Parking has never once been an issue in all the years that I've been visiting this park. There's a large free lot in the center of the park, as well as an additional lot across the street, and other places in the neighborhood where you could park on the street if you needed to. No structured bathrooms, but lots of porta potties that are regularly checked and usually pretty clean.

Such a gem. Super quiet. Hidden behind a playground. 4 minutes away from where we stayed which is…read morenear Sugarloaf, so opposite of the big bear blvd bark park. We went around 12:30pm. Our dog is 20lbs but there is no small dog/large dog designated areas. It's for all sizes. We enjoyed!!

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Boulder Bay Park

Boulder Bay Park is one of Big Bear Lake's most picturesque (and busy) spots, offering stunning…read moreviews of the lake, towering boulders, and plenty of open space for you and your dog to enjoy. Located on the western side of Big Bear Lake, this park is a popular destination for both locals and visitors, particularly those looking to enjoy a peaceful and leisurely walk with their pets, a picnic, or just some quiet time by the water. There is a free parking lot adjacent to the park, but it can fill up quickly, especially on weekends and holidays. If the lot is full, there is additional street parking available nearby. The park is open year-round, but the best times to visit are during the spring, summer, and fall when the weather is mild, and the lake is at its most beautiful.

It's a nice park to go swimming, have a picnic, stroll around, go fishing, and just lounge enjoying…read morethe gorgeous lake view. We made a quick spot to check it out since it seems very popular every time we pass by. Best to visit in the morning before it gets crowded by afternoon. Parking is free, but can get busy later in the day. As we walked around, there was a weird unbearable smell so we didn't stay long. We mainly went to see what the hype was all about and took some pictures with a beautiful background.

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Hesperia Lake Park & Campground

2.9

(77 reviews)

10.0 mi

Hesperia Lake is okay if a person wants to just fish or have their kids play in the play area but…read morethe lake itself looks very outdated with the slabs of concrete around it; it's been like that since the 90's. How about an Indoor Waterpark in Hesperia for our friends & families? petition here: https://chng.it/TXPcwCPxhd

Nice trees & shade but, a lot of people come there on the weekends to blast loud music all…read moreafternoon. It can also get very hot with a lot of dust blowing in from the dirt road on the south end of the park when vehicles drive in & out. Parking is a joke. I have been to 2 events there. I did not enjoy it. At least at home I have walls blocking some of the noise from my neighbors. Like being in a ghetto without walls.

No front plate where's his ticket

Children's play area

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Car crash parking patrol zepeda and ranger nowhere to be found

Central Park Dog Park

4.3

(9 reviews)

34.5 mi

This is probably the nicest dog park I have ever been to! It is big, clean, and has multiple areas…read morebased on your dog's size. At this dog park there are multiple activities for pups to jump over and climb. There are potty bags available, as well as a dog water fountain. Highly recommend for furry friends!

It was our first time at the park, it felt uneasy to see a lot of big dogs in the small dog…read moresection. Took me a while to let my baby off the leash. However after 30 min I let him explore and he ended up having the best time ever.

Just a nice windy day to enjoy at the Dog Park!!

Loki looking back at the dog park as we leave.

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Baby herding the big yellow dog at Central Dog Park.

Grass Valley Park

3.3

(4 reviews)

18.3 mi

Park and lake use are "for ALA members/guests" only. Notice electronic entry system in place for…read moreboth foot and vehicular traffic and ALA does patrol its' holdings---they are nonpareil. Park borders Green Valley Lake and the posh Lake Arrowhead Country Club offering vistas of luscious velvety greens (nurtured by reclaimed water thanks LACSD). Fastidious maintenance observed (on my visit). Dogs allowed to play and doggie bags are provided at no charge to keep all sanitary. Fishing allowed with license. Ducks, geese and many varieties of birds spotted and large groups of bright orange/white Koi.

Nice spot. Lovely ducks. Lots of dogs. They took the playground equipment down wish was the reason…read moreo went there. I don't know if it's just for the winter or permanent.

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Civic Center Park Aquatic Center

(21 reviews)

0.0 mi

We have recently moved up here from "down the hill" and are so grateful for the ability of being…read moreable to swim at such a clean and well organized public facility. What I have experienced at other public aquatic centers is that their staff is usually very rude and arrogant, especially the lifeguards, which is not the case at this facility. The staff was great and prices are very reasonable ($3 for kids/$4 for adults). The lockers were very clean and there was plenty of parking. Given that we have only been there a couple of times, I have experienced enough to be able to rate this place as 5 stars, especially considering that our kids really enjoy swimming here during public swimming sessions. From my understanding, they have swimming classes and other swimming events here, but we have not yet experienced them. Overall, a great place to beat the heat!

Why public swimming pool doesn't allow a child to have floaters, like so what is the reason? It is…read moresafety reason?

Public Swim has resumed! We're ready and excited to see everyone!

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Civic Center Park Aquatic Center

(21 reviews)

0.0 mi

We have recently moved up here from "down the hill" and are so grateful for the ability of being…read moreable to swim at such a clean and well organized public facility. What I have experienced at other public aquatic centers is that their staff is usually very rude and arrogant, especially the lifeguards, which is not the case at this facility. The staff was great and prices are very reasonable ($3 for kids/$4 for adults). The lockers were very clean and there was plenty of parking. Given that we have only been there a couple of times, I have experienced enough to be able to rate this place as 5 stars, especially considering that our kids really enjoy swimming here during public swimming sessions. From my understanding, they have swimming classes and other swimming events here, but we have not yet experienced them. Overall, a great place to beat the heat!

Why public swimming pool doesn't allow a child to have floaters, like so what is the reason? It is…read moresafety reason?

Public Swim has resumed! We're ready and excited to see everyone!

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Jet Ski Lake Rentals

5.0

(3 reviews)

30.1 mi

My family and I had the time of our lives! We took the Jet Skis to Big Bear Lake and would love to…read moredo it again!

Took the wife out for an amazing time on Mother's Day. Honestly everything from getting in touch…read moreto booking was super easy. Definitely coming back and recommending my brother to bring his wife. thank you so much!!!

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MC Adventure Rentals

3.7

(9 reviews)

15.8 mi

I took my wife and kids out for an atypical family excursion. The guys at MC Adventure were most…read moreaccommodating, informative, punctual and quarterbacked my side by side rental with the utmost precision. We all had a great time with the Polaris and will surely be renting from you guys again. Special thank you to Tom and Mike for your knowledge and expertise. MC ADVENTURE RENTALS is my new GO TO for all my rentals. Thanks Fellas! -MeRRicK

SCAM --- Horrible company to deal with. We rented RZR Turbo with trailer, 4 helmets and googles but…read morein return we were given and old beat up RZR 1000 with flat front tire. Not only that, our drop off was between 9-10am, We reached there 9:30 after leaving a msg when we will arrive, the guy showed up @ 10:45am. Pick up and drop off was shady behind someone else's house and neighbors told us that they always gave their address for some reason. They was very unhappy with Mike and his crew too. Here's a list of things that were wrong:- - Left side trailer tail light not working. - Bent trailer & hitch - Front Right Flat RZR tire - Back left bald & plugged tire. - Ordered & paid for RZR Turbo but got RZR 1000. - Check engine light on all the time. - Unsafe for dunes or anywhere, got stuck on small dune, no power. - Was delivered dirty. - Left trailer low tire pressure. - Loose cables, wiring, trim. - Insufficient strength ties down for RZR. - Dirty helmets, broken & cracked goggles. No Customer service. Pure SCAM. DO NOT USE THEM. Wont pick up my calls.

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Outdoor Journeys - Camp Nawakwa

4.3

(52 reviews)

31.8 mi

This is the best Camp my kids ever been to!! They absolutely loved it, staff was happy and…read moreenergetic with kids Leaving electronics and all the commotion of the Valley behind this camp is a secluded Natural Amazing place. I was apprehensive to leave my kids for the first time on a away camp but the camp staff assured me my kids would have fun and boy they did... fishing, fire camps, archery, rock climbing, lake kayaking, hiking, swimming and just being around nature took my kids breath away my son literally told me "I never felt so peaceful like this week before" Definitely will be signing them up next year, thank you Sandra and all the staff for providing such a fun place for kids to be kids again, definitely a 10.

We had a mixed bag of adventures at Camp Nawakwa. Lol…read more There were a wide variety of activities and we had a camp staff to lead us in each. We loved the nature hike we had "Jelly" (a couple of our groups got rained out-obviously to no fault of the camp), we enjoyed archery, paint ball sling shots with "Stitch", painting wood necklaces, drama circle, and an amphitheater with breathtaking views of the the sunset. We loved our hike to the lake for canoeing. I too thought the pool was chilly but it was clean! Their swim rules seemed to be really intense to me. "No jumping off the edge of the pool" hmmm ok. In my opinion overly cautious. However, the Rock wall was a blast, equipment was in good condition. Hatchet throwing was hard, but fun. I wish the hatchets were sharp enough to grab the wood. It was rare anyone stuck one into the log rounds. Some combination of wood being too hard or axes not balanced correctly made that activity a struggle. We enjoyed trying. The team building activities were thoughtful and stretched our girls as individuals and forced team unity. Maybe my favorite part of all of camp. They lost a star for food quality and portions but the staff was always in good spirit. I also wish our group had the entire cafeteria to ourselves as we often were low on space at tables and often went outside as our designated seating was full. But the food was served on time and they got a lot of people food in timely fashion. They were organized. Our cabins were dry when it rained and i felt safe from the elements and wildlife that can live nearby. Some mattresses were thicker than others. I was comfortable enough for a week of camping. The plumbing struggled at times but not sure that was the camps fault or the 85 GIRLS who MAY have not disposed of things properly. Lol Overall I think with some retraining on camp cooking and a minor tweak here and there this would be a 5 star camp. The location was beautiful. The staff was friendly. The activities were super fun!