4+ My recent visit in early 2/2026 was the first time I've been to area in over a decade and this…read morewas my second snowboarding excursion in the last decade as well...so I was a bit rusty. I spent my morning over at Snow Summit to get runs in and shake off the cobwebs. I had a free day during the week and drove up in the morning by myself. The cast that I purchased you access to both this part and Snow Summit so I had to at least get a few runs in here after lunch. There was free parking that was easy to find and gear up at. Like the other park, I feel like some of the trails and lifts were shunt down for the day. No biggie. It was not crowded at all. I don't have any scientific basis for this, but it feels like this park has a few more obstacles or is more friendly to some of the more seasoned folks that come through. Overall, my experience was pleasant. Even though I didn't spend a lot of time here since my body started getting tired. A fun park that isn't too far for people in the LA or SoCal area. Definitely a good experience when the park isn't crowded.

When you're heading up to Big Bear during the week where it has a lot of snow you know your in for…read moremadness. My son wanted to go tubing, which I was not opposed to so you book online the night before and lock your spot in. It's about $56 per person to tube which is a little steep but then again we're in the mountains so you pay for everything. Parking for the hill, getting to the hill, navigating the chaos on the hill. All the above is a mission on its own. Be prepared to wait, to walk, and to deal with the craziness. The employees they are cool, just overworked and I feel like there needs to be more than to navigate through the BS. Fun little place to go tubing and the run is pretty cool. Just be prepared to pay and struggle with the parking situation. Hire more people guys probably help you guys out tremendously.

My family had a fantastic visit to Snow Summit during the summer. It was our second visit, but…read morethis time we were able to book a private mountain bike lesson for my husband and son. They had a fantastic session with Cris Gallardo. They found him to be helpful, attentive to their needs, and easy to work with. Meanwhile, my daughters and I enjoyed base camp. The wristbands for unlimited 'adventure' activities is a fair price. We also packed our own picnic lunch and had a lovely afternoon. We had last visited Snow Summit two years ago and I was worried that now as young teens, they would find the activities too babyish, but they really enjoyed the climbing wall, euro jumpy, and zip line. Before heading home, we enjoyed ice cream cups from the gift shop. I was also happy that the bathrooms (by the zip lines) were very clean. I will also add that we visited on a Friday in mid-July, and it was not crowded at all.

4+ My recent visit in early 2/2026 was the first time I've been to Snow Summit in over a decade and…read morethis was my second snowboarding excursion in the last decade as well (so I am/ was a bit rusty) I had a free day during the week and drove up in the morning by myself. There was free parking that was easy to find and gear up at. This particular location doesn't feel large and since it was kind of sunny and a weekday, I think a lot of the trails and some of the lifts were shutdown during my visit. Not a big deal at all since my goal was to avoid large weekend crowds and shake off my personal cobwebs and just enjoy myself at my own speed. Getting my pass ready at the entrance using my phone, emails, and the app was pretty straightforward. Once I got that situated, I was able to start making my way to the first main lift and head up. The crowds during a weekday (early 2/2026) were so small, I was able to take my own chair up without having any traffic behind me. I can't speak for experienced skiers and snowboarders since even a decade ago, I would consider myself a solid intermediate snowboarder (that didn't do any tricks) and I will say it's a solid resort especially what I was looking for. I was able to go down the trails and constantly go up the lifts so quickly and my muscle memory all started coming back albeit with a few minor spills. After a while, I wanted to grab a beer and make my way over to Big Bear since I had the pass that allowed me to experience both parks. Definitely a solid snow resort that isn't too intense and is great for the proximity of people who live in the LA/ IE area.

Only rating a 3 because the snow tubing was TERRIBLE! and we paid for parking we couldn't use…read morebecause apparently it fills up at 9am (even though we saw open spots riding the shuttle??). I had a great time leading to ski. Wes was AMAZING! The snow tubing promised me 8 lanes. There were 3 and it took 6 seconds to get from top to bottom. I have more fun tubing in Indiana than I did there and it was $49 a person. Very very disappointing. Skiing was great though.

To help bring in the New Year the right way, we took our kids to Big Bear Mountain for their first…read moreski lesson. They were with Coach Dominic. We couldn't have asked for a better ski instructor for our children! From the very first moment, he was incredibly energetic, friendly, and kind, which immediately put our kids at ease. His supportive and encouraging approach helped build confidence using the ski lift and on the slopes. His knowledge of skiing really showed in how clearly and patiently he explained everything. He made learning fun while keeping safety a top priority. Our children had an amazing time and came away excited, confident, and eager to ski again. Highly recommend Coach Dominic to any family looking for a fantastic kids' ski instructor!

I spent a day at Big Bear Snow Play and had an absolute blast trying a little bit of everything…read more Between the go-karts, ropes course, and tubing hill, there was no shortage of adrenaline. The go-karts were probably the biggest thrill for me, with plenty of speed and just enough friendly competition to make every lap interesting. I also loved the ropes course, especially the way it's set up. Instead of following a single path, you pay for your time and can freely explore different obstacles and challenges at your own pace. There's even a small zip line mixed in, which was a fun surprise. The tubing was another highlight. There's something surprisingly exciting about launching down the hill on an inner tube and picking up serious speed, even in the springtime. Riding the magic carpet back to the top made it easy to squeeze in run after run without wearing myself out. Overall, it felt like a full day of active fun with enough variety to keep things interesting, and I left tired in the best possible way.

Brought my family here to celebrate my son's birthday. He wanted to do the ropes course and we had…read morea great time going through it together. The staff were super friendly and welcoming. Great service throughout and I can't wait to bring my fam back here for more fun in the future

Melia left my kids stranded and wouldn't let them into the place. She said it was "regulations"…read morebecause the booking was in my name. I suggested to her to give me a refund and let my adult son rebook it in his name so the rules are met. They were already there! She didn't even respond! She kept my money and the kids had nowhere to stay!

Snuggle Bear Cabin...there are only positive things I can say about this deeply wonderful and…read morerelaxing cabin. What I noticed about the location of this cabin was that it was further away from the heavy tourist areas but close enough to grocery stores, restaurants and shops. So if you are looking for peace and quiet this is the perfect getaway from the everyday stresses of life. This cabin includes a living room with a cute fireplace, a small but full kitchen with a eating area, full bathroom (water pressure is good and it heats up pretty quickly), a bedroom with a closet, access to the backyard, a front porch and a cozy loft with a flatscreen TV that I didn't touch once. I was primarily there solo to detox from the busy life of Los Angeles and not to ski since I was there beginning of May. Snuggle Bear Cabin had everything I needed to detox. I laid out my yoga mat and meditation pillow upstairs in the loft and it had an inviting view of tall trees out the window. It was a perfect environment to reflect on life, letting all creative juices flow, read and write. The solitude was exceptionally welcome. The final full day that I was there, my boyfriend came up to join me. And really...all we did was snuggle. I highly recommend this beautiful cabin for anyone to deeply relax and enjoy the natural wonders of Big Bear. Thank you, Melia, for his wonderful experience.

We stayed @ Raccoons den. Its cozy and clean and to top it all they have amazing view…read more If you have question she answered right away ( Sophia ) Absolutely 5 stars

What a pleasure it was doing business with Big Bear Lakefront Cabins!…read more So easy to communicate with throughout our stay. We rented the "lakeview manor" (luxury cabin) conveniently located right behind oakside restaurant. Walking distance to the village was only 3-5 minutes! When booking with Lakefront Cabins they offer a 20% discount on boat rentals through pleasure point marina. We took advantage of this great value. Lakeview Manor cabin comes with an AC/DC pin ball machine, when I went to play it, one of the flippers wasn't working so I sent a service request out to Lake front cabins and they immediately sent a technician. Within an hour it was fixed. Very much appreciated! The cabin is equipped with oversized TV's, state of the art fireplaces, and modern style finishes throughout. It's a must stay if you're planning on visiting big bear.

Grand Swiss * Absolutely Stunning Estate -- A Family Experience to Remember!…read more From the moment we arrived, Bella at Destination Big Bear made us feel so welcomed with a thoughtful gift basket filled with goodies. It was such a sweet and unexpected touch that immediately made us feel at home. It truly set the tone for our stay, and we genuinely appreciated the kindness and thoughtfulness behind such a warm welcome. This Destination Big Bear GRAND SWISS CHALET ESTATE was absolutely incredible! From the grand patio and entrance and beautiful wood beams, to the luxurious bathrooms and thoughtful modern details, no expense was spared. It felt more like a private five-star resort than an VBRO. The first floor featured a gorgeous kitchen with two islands and two sinks, ice maker, huge Thermador oven/stove, large fridge, spacious dining and living areas, a theatre room, and beautiful views from the kitchen of the towering green trees and fresh scent of the forest the minute you step from the kitchen, out to the backyard. The outdoor patio, the tranquil view, the grassy area and the beauty of the mountains became the heart of our family gatherings. The second floor had four modern beautifully decorated spacious king bedrooms, with warm and inviting amenities in every room. Each came with luxurious private bathrooms featuring marble walk-in showers and freestanding soaking tubs, wood beams throughout, fancy faucets and hardware. Everything felt exceptionally high-end. The third floor was a fantastic entertainment space with shuffleboard, card table, TV media area, bar space, refrigerator, ice maker, sink, and plenty of room to gather. Two additional queen bedrooms included a twin bunk in one. Perfect of the young adults and teens. Each floor featured spacious balconies overlooking either the grand drive-up entrance and breathtaking landscape of the trees that surrounded us, or the peaceful backyard, where hiking trails stretched beyond and curious squirrels would venture into view. What made this stay so special was having enough room for everyone to cook, laugh, play, relax, watch movies, and simply enjoy being together. We never felt the need to go anywhere--the estate itself was truly the experience. Perfect bonding time with family. Beautiful, luxurious, peaceful, and incredibly well thought out estate, with so much space inside and gorgeous landscape outside. We are so grateful for the memories and would absolutely return and highly recommend!! Thank you, Grand Swiss Chalet and Destination Big Bear! One of THE BEST unforgettable family vacations we've ever had. We will definitely be back!!

Big Bear is a great place to visit regardless what time of year. It's also above and beyond dog…read morefriendly! This place manages rentals. Incredibly organized, great system for checking in, quick to respond to questions and a delight to speak to when calling. They ensure the properties are well maintained and that your experience will be awesome. Don't hesitate; visit soon!!!

Man this is a great spot!!! This house (Cabin) is fantastic on so many levels…read more I will start with the "cons" as they are so minor. The only cons are the driveway has limited space, the knives are not sharp in the kitchen, and you may need additional blankets in winter. I am guessing you could ask for more blankets, and I will bring my own knife next time! :) The Pros: It is super close to the ski resorts (and the zoo) and has a great hill for sledding right on the property. No need to worry about the children sledding into the street as the hill is right next to the house and the direction of the sledding is toward the back instead of toward the front (street). It is perfect even for little ones! I could watch them from the dining or living areas...hot coffee in hand! My kids were out there all day! Which made for tired peeps in the evening. Everyone slept great! ;) There are plenty of bedrooms for multiple families to join forces...we had 3 families up there! The game room is great for the kiddos to have a 'place' of their own...t.v., game tables, and what not. Throw some snacks down there and you may never see them again! I have stayed here a few times...I am just getting back from a Scrap booking weekend with my girlfriends! It was great for that too! I really should have written a review long before now, but it is one of those things that just got away from me. But I determined I would when I got home from my girls weekend away...so here we are. You will not regret staying here anytime of year!

ABSOLUTE SCAM!! we have alerted Airbnb to this however we don't want anyone else to fall for their…read morelisting. This place is a mess. We had 2 pillows for 2 beds (extras weren't available), but what looked like a handyman did show up with extra bedsheets that were rolled up in a bowl and held against his dirty clothes. The overhead light was broken, the floors were absolutely filthy, the windows were off track and couldn't stay open or lock. The hot tub, which was the main reason we rented this cabin, is cracked and peeling and was dirty on arrival. I bought cleaning supplies before I realised that the hot tub was completely unusable. When water hit the basin it threw little pieces of peeling of paint into the water. The kitchen was an absolute disaster. It was listed as a usable kitchen with lots of amenities. Upon arrival we found, 2 plates, 1 saucer, no bowls, 2 glasses (that didn't match) no wine glasses. We had to ask for wine glasses and when they arrived it was 1 wine glass, 1 champagne glass both very dirty. All of the cutlery was mismatched, dirty, and not a complete set. Dirty pots and pans were in a cabinet. There were no trash bags, a broken paper towel holder, no supplies to wash or dry dishes. However, there was a sign saying if you left dirty dishes behind they would charge you. There were also no kitchen towels or pot holders. In the bathroom, we found a broken toilet paper holder, broken bathroom mirror , 1/4 roll of toilet paper, no shampoo, conditioner, or soap. There were only three towels so we had to ask for extra towels. We were given towels with large holes that smelled. There was no bathmat, a torn shower curtain with no shower curtain liner. The hairdryer dryer was missing from the wall and when we asked for one an hour later one showed up brand new in the box obviously had just been purchased at the store. The grounds were filthy as well. Trash was everywhere as well as broken appliances stored behind and underneath other cabins. Someone lives at the facility and let their small child scream and yell even pass the quiet hours. We contacted the manager multiple times and when we gave a list of complaints, they didn't respond until before our checkout reminding us to be out on time so they're cleaning crew could access for the next person. We asked for a partial refund due to the fact the amenities listed were not there so we had to go out and purchase them, as well as the fact that we could not use the hot tub and that is the main reason we rented the place. We were told they don't trade refunds for good reviews.

This place is janky the bathroom door was busted and broken could not shut it and when my man did…read morehe got stuck in the restroom. The hot tub was decent but the drain was loose. There was homeless people wondering around the parking lot so that made us uncomfortable. I bet it was a nice place at one point in time but it needs to maintained and taken care of

We recently rented for a day of skiing after some recent snowfall. Trevor, the owner wasn't able…read moreto make it in, so Greg showed up to help. It was around noon and most places won't let you pickup that early, but the shop was real accommodating with renting a day early. Greg even offered us a free helmet (which we didn't need, but real nice). We were also able to return way after hours. In addition to such great service, the mid week value was incredible. Best place to rent on the mountain by far, going back here when we come back. FYI, currently only the Big Bear Blvd. location is currently open.

The owner is a world class skier very knowledgeable…read more The location is perfect!!! They have have the best prices in town