Cute. Lil Mountain Park before you head down the mountain back to the city. Park has some tree…read moreshade, nice green grass to set your blankie on and enjoy the fresh air, have a picnic or people watch. Doggie, pet friendly. Clean restrooms. If you feel like dipping your tosies in the crisp water, there is access, you can walk down to. Parking lot is small and tight. Happy Adventure Ya'll!

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.

This park is one of my favorites to bring my toddler. They playground is clean and positioned so…read morethe sun doesn't burn up the slides

Pretty small park. They have the walkie talkie things, 3 slides abd some bars. That's pretty much…read moreit. Further down there are restrooms. There's several benches to sit at and some facing the lake. We got to see several birds, hornets and even a little gopher!

Best place to go sledding... Get there early! Parking get…read morefull very fast! Lots of slopes to sled - all ages

The Aspen Glen Picnic Area is a day use area only that is open year round. It's a quaint area for a…read moreleisurely picnic or a great starting point to accessible trail heads. Some picnic tables, a community fire ring, and some barbecues are provided for use. I wouldn't rely on the restrooms. Also, be prepared as there's no potable water on-site. There is a small parking lot that fits about 15 small vehicles. Parked vehicles must display a valid recreation pass. You can purchase a pass from the Mountaintop Ranger District & Discovery Center along with other vendors (see the USDA Forest Service website for a map of vendors located under the "Passes and Permits" tab).

This was a great trail to hike. Parking was easily accessible. No pass was required to park…read more The weather was nice and there was a breeze when we went a couple weeks ago. We did nearly nine miles. The trail connects to different trails which is how we covered that distance. The views were great and my puppy enjoyed running parts of the trail with me. It's a definitely a place where you can bring a light lunch to picnic with. I would come again and do different parts of the trail.

Nice moderate hike right outside the village. Some more strenuous switchbacks at the start, and…read morethen turns into more of a gradual uphill the rest of the way. Downhill almost the whole way back except for a few small stretches. Intermittent sunny and shaded areas. Some viewpoints of the lake and mountains but no real showstopper. Not much in the way of interesting vegetation in August, but lots of chipmunks, squirrels, birds, and lizards. Clearly marked with official trail signs, spray paint, and neon ties.

The Stanfield Preserve Boardwalk is an easy-to-navigate trail located on the east end of Big Bear…read moreLake. This boardwalk stretches across a protected wetland area, providing a unique opportunity to experience the region's diverse flora and fauna up close. The boardwalk is relatively flat and well-maintained, making it accessible to visitors of all ages and fitness levels and it's dog friendly. Just be aware of bikers. The boardwalk is open from dawn to dusk and offers ample time to explore at your own pace. Parking is available nearby, and there are several access points to the boardwalk. We parked for free in a lot at the west end of the boardwalk.

I enjoy this trail! It's a flat walk along the lake with beautiful views, especially when the…read moreweather is nice! There is a parking lot here but it can get full, so many cars are usually park along the street. What I like about this place in particular is that all ages can do it & you can walk as far or little as you'd like. Great little treasure in Big Bear!

This is a great area if you are looking for a small playground and a place to have lunch. There are…read morepicnic tables not under any shade, but there are a lot of big trees around, so if you play it right you might get some tree cover. The playground is small and designed for kids 5-12, but my two and four year olds had no trouble with it. There are restrooms and a sizable parking lot.

The team at Pleasure Point Marina were all kind and welcoming. The young gentleman who helped us…read moreget situated with our boat was great and offered fun banters as well as helpful insight on current best spots for fishing. The boat they set us up with was top of the line. Looking around, we definitely had one of the newer and nicer rentals on the lake. We went with the standard size pontoon for 4 people and had plenty of room for each person to have their own space to cast off at all times. While our luck with fishing was limited, we had a great time out on the water in our comfortable boat.

Reserved a rental in advance. Day of rental had poor weather-rain. I called early in AM to cancel…read more Eventually told that no refund will be considered - only "credit". I may never visit the area again and have health condition where I may not even have that long. I requested to be refunded - never used any service. Company should not hold funds to compel / force any potential customer to use the service or lose out. Company should provide refund option where the weather turns out bad. Beware if you make reservations as they will hold your deposit / payment hostage, and force you to do business.

This is a beautiful trail, but a little tougher than expected! There seem to be quite a few…read moredifferent trails/routes you can take, but I'd plan for about 2-3 miles minimum (in the altitude it feels longer lol). They recently added a parking lot, which made it so much more convenient for parking and to find the start of the trail! I'm so glad they did this. I'd still say the earlier arrival, the better, so you can get a parking spot. For the trail itself, it's a good workout - there are both uphills & downhills. Once you get to the top, there are beautiful views of the lake.

Beautiful vistas and rigorous hike. Great activity for friends to do together. Parking is a…read morechallenge so carpool.

Nice park to catch the 4th fireworks. Best to walk if you can as the traffic after the show is nuts!read more

Our family made our first trip up to Big Bear in late July, and the heat was pretty intense--even…read morefor being up in the mountains! Renting a boat from Big Bear Marina turned out to be the absolute highlight of our trip and far exceeded our expectations. We rented for an hour and a half to cruise around the lake, and the cool breeze out on the water was an instant relief from the hot weather. Even our two teenagers didn't complain once--which is a major win! They thoroughly enjoyed the ride and loved connecting to the Bluetooth speaker the marina provided so they could play their own music. It set such a fun vibe that I even found myself trying to dance on the boat (much to everyone's amusement). The heat eventually drove us home a day early, but this boat ride made the trip worthwhile. It's the one thing we'll definitely do again the next time we visit Big Bear!

We traveled approximately 100 miles round trip and planned our stay in Big Bear specifically around…read morerenting a pontoon boat from Big Bear Marina. Although both the $490 rental and $250 security deposit were ultimately returned in full, the experience was disappointing and revealed a serious lack of preparation for inclement weather. Our original reservation was Sunday, September 6 at noon. It was raining heavily, but we arrived on time and were prepared to honor the reservation. We understood the marina's stated policies regarding weather, refunds, and 24-hour notice. The issue was not simply that it was raining. The marina expected customers to accept the consequences of the weather while appearing unprepared to provide the rental in those same conditions. The pontoon and its seats were soaking wet. Its overhead cloth covering provided absolutely no protection, and the marina did not even have towels available to dry the seats. When we asked for one, an employee suggested "use a life vest to cover the seat." We were also instructed not to go right after leaving the marina and told that, because of the heavy fog, we should remain in the middle of the lake. Being advised to limit our movement because visibility was so poor did not inspire confidence that the conditions were appropriate for boating. At the marina's suggestion, we moved our reservation to 2:00 p.m. because the rain might let up. We returned on time, but it was still pouring and nothing had improved. Rather than abandon the experience, we extended our lodging at additional expense and rescheduled for Tuesday, September 8 at 11:30 a.m. When Tuesday's forecast called for thunderstorms, we called at 9:00 a.m. Monday--more than 24 hours in advance--to cancel while complying with the stated policy. A dock worker had told us that mountain weather is unpredictable, which was exactly why we chose the safer option before the deadline. That decision proved reasonable: Tuesday brought thunder, lightning, heavy rain, and flooding in the area. Unfortunately, the cancellation call with Sadie was unnecessarily contentious. My wife explained that we understood the policy, had arrived twice prepared to use the boat, had repeatedly rescheduled, and had extended our stay specifically to make the rental happen. Sadie argued with her, refused her request to speak with a manager, and said the system would not allow her to issue a refund. Even arguing that "My app doesn't show rain for tomorrow" After a prolonged discussion, Sadie said, "You know what, I don't have time for this. I will just refund it," and immediately hung up. The refund was then processed. We appreciate that everything was returned, but the contradictory information, refusal to involve a manager, and abrupt hang-up were not professional. This trip also held personal significance. It was our first getaway since my wife underwent emergency spinal and femur surgeries related to Stage IV cancer. Walking can still be difficult for her, so repeatedly navigating rain, mud, gravel, slippery surfaces, and a floating dock was not just a minor inconvenience. We did not disclose her condition or request special treatment because customers should not have to reveal private medical circumstances to receive basic preparation, clear communication, and reasonable consideration for safety. We made every effort to make this rental work. We traveled specifically for it, arrived on time twice despite the rain, accepted multiple reschedules, extended our stay, followed the cancellation policy, and prioritized safety when thunderstorms were forecast. Big Bear Marina ultimately refunded us, which was the correct resolution. However, a business with a strict weather policy should also have a clear, practical plan for serving customers--or responsibly accommodating them--when that weather arrives. We now have no reason to ever return to Big Bear.