Title: Big Bear Central Travel Guide: Best of Big Bear Central, Big Bear Lake Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Big Bear Central](https://expedia.co.uk/Big-Bear-Central-Big-Bear-Lake-Hotels.0-n890184362998853632-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Big Bear Lake](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Big-Bear-Lake.d6919.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Big Bear Lake](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Big-Bear-Lake.d6919.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Big Bear Central Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Big-Bear-Central.d890184362998853632.Car-Hire-Guide)[Big Bear Central Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Big-Bear-Central.d890184362998853632.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Big Bear Central Travel Guide ## Big Bear Lake ![First time to do snowboarding and it was fun! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6919/940fb8ea-1533-499c-8aff-6f3ac6567c63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![First time to do snowboarding and it was fun! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6919/940fb8ea-1533-499c-8aff-6f3ac6567c63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A deliciously frozen pond. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6919/d81ddb14-21f8-4dc5-9777-b7a9d4098c73.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Big Bear ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6919/e615973a-a0b7-4cd0-9c5c-b299f00b0ae3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A very scenic place for a weekend trip from San Diego ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6919/2b2e55a7-5fb0-4bf8-8cd7-63cbf1178675.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Big Bear Central Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Big Bear Lake travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Big-Bear-Lake.dx6919) --- ### Popular places to visit ![BIg Bear lake landscape, with lakeside cottages, mountains covered in pine trees and snow covered peaks in the distance.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975749287/cbe63cad-a965-41dd-8164-8f0d1d679a47.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Village With a visit to The Village, a popular shopping spot in Big Bear Lake, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home. [](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Village.d553248635975749287.Holidays-City-Breaks) ![big bear lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532641594/69b0abdb-e5a9-4609-a45e-a5a46c4cc510.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Big Bear Marina Explore the waterfront of Big Bear Marina and enjoy activities such as skiing in Big Bear Lake. Wander through the lakeside and lush forest in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Big-Bear-Marina-The-Village.d553248621532641594.Attraction) ![A3GPW9 Snow Summit ski area and vacation homes at Big Bear Lake San Bernardino Mountains California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6065459/f2444205-793d-4d1c-a065-11a9dea440e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Snow Summit Hit the slopes in Big Bear Lake with a visit to Snow Summit. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Snow-Summit-Big-Bear-Lake.d6065459.Attraction) ![0_NA001006](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532641597/aee1c243-83e4-4419-913a-e78da6f2344c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Big Bear Alpine Zoo Why not visit the animals who call Big Bear Alpine Zoo home during your trip to Big Bear Lake? Amble around this quaint area's lakeside or seek out the ski slopes. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Big-Bear-Alpine-Zoo-Big-Bear-Lake.d553248621532641597.Attraction) ![Big bear lake CA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6919/7ffa9322-3795-4f09-8bb6-5ba1b763cbe4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Boulder Bay Park After visiting Boulder Bay Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Big Bear Lake. Wander through the lakeside and lush forest in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Boulder-Bay-Park-Boulder-Bay.d553248621561137065.Attraction) ![IMHO the most epic view for a modest hike in all of SoCal. 30 minutes of hard work and you get the most amazing panoramic view of Big Bear above all the surrounding tree tops. Tip - this is a really popular hike so to avoid the crowds go on a weekday or early morning before most people have gotten up. #AdventurePacked #TroverTips](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6919/3503a8e1-cd94-4fe4-8068-c3c267132ecb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Castle Rock Trail Enjoy a trip to Castle Rock Trail and popular activities such as skiing in Big Bear Lake. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Castle-Rock-Trail-Big-Bear-Lake.d553248621561137077.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Family-Friendly Nature Hike around the Big Bear Valley](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4724905/8ae5daf6-8a0d-4a9b-be22-574273e13385.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Family-Friendly Nature Hike around the Big Bear Valley £28 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/family-friendly-nature-hike-around-the-big-bear-valley.a4724905.activity-details) ![Family-Friendly Nature Hike around the Big Bear Valley](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4724905/8ae5daf6-8a0d-4a9b-be22-574273e13385.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Family-Friendly Nature Hike around the Big Bear Valley £27 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/family-friendly-nature-hike-around-the-big-bear-valley.a4724905.activity-details) [See all activities in Big Bear Lake](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Big-Bear-Lake.d6919.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Big Bear Central ![Lagonita Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/18900/18814/936064c7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lagonita Lodge 183 Lagonita Ln Big Bear Lake CA £85 24 Feb - 25 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Big Bear Lake. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 9/10 Wonderful! (4,056 reviews) Great stay! The room was very clean and the staff was wonderful and welcoming. Having a playroom for the family was a big plus, and the in-room kitchen was a great addition that made cooking easy and convenient. The location was also excellent—close to restaurants and plenty of activities. We really ... Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F02%2F2026&endDate=25%2F02%2F2026&selected=18814&PinnedHotelID=18814&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=890184362998853632) ![Hotel Marina Riviera](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/910300/910279/f5a77977_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Marina Riviera 40770 Big Bear Blvd Big Bear Lake CA £137 16 Feb - 17 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Big Bear Lake. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews) Had an amazing stay! What a great spot and location for most of what big bear has to off! The walking distance to everything was amazing! Plus power shut off in the hotel so me being an electrician on site i was able to assist an get power back up an running since there wasn’t really anyone on site ... Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=910279&PinnedHotelID=910279&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=890184362998853632) ![Holiday Inn Resort The Lodge At Big Bear Lake by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1080000/1072900/1072833/048664a4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Resort The Lodge At Big Bear Lake by IHG 40650 Village Drive Big Bear Lake CA £92 9 Mar - 10 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this ski hotel in Big Bear Lake. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 7.4/10 Good! (1,001 reviews) Clean and good location Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F03%2F2026&endDate=10%2F03%2F2026&selected=1072833&PinnedHotelID=1072833&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=890184362998853632) ![Robinhood Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1160000/1156500/1156451/3e300ca3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Robinhood Resort 540 Pine Knot Ave Big Bear Lake CA £103 12 Feb - 13 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this ski hotel in Big Bear Lake. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews) Great Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%2F2026&selected=1156451&PinnedHotelID=1156451&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=890184362998853632) ![Fox Bear Cottages Big Bear](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102770000/102765600/102765520/900dc361_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Fox Bear Cottages Big Bear 40105 Big Bear Blvd Big Bear Lake CA £102 12 Feb - 13 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this cottage in Big Bear Lake. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Snow Summit and The Village are located ... 7.4/10 Good! (70 reviews) The room was clean and the staff was friendly. Would definitely stay there again! Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%2F2026&selected=102765520&PinnedHotelID=102765520&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=890184362998853632) ![Fireside Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/914800/914754/432cbebc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Fireside Lodge 40660 Big Bear Blvd Big Bear Lake CA Stay at this hotel in Big Bear Lake. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 7.6/10 Good! (903 reviews) room was very cozy. only complaint is that i wish there was something filling the gap between the bed and wall because our pillows kept falling through. staff was very friendly and helpful. when our fireplace wasn’t working they came and fixed it within 5 minutes of me calling. it’s a nice property ... 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Big-Bear-Lake-Ironwood-Estates.dx553248635976472681) ![First time to do snowboarding and it was fun! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6919/940fb8ea-1533-499c-8aff-6f3ac6567c63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### The Village While visiting The Village, you might make a stop by sights like The Village and Pine Knot Marina. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Big-Bear-Lake-The-Village.dx890183833111461888) ![Louie the wooden bear statue holding a welcome to Big Bear Lake sign at Boulder Bay Park in Big Bear, California.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976476039/87ab126b-05c0-4402-99df-e5df6b236186.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Boulder Bay While visiting Boulder Bay, you might make a stop by sights like Big Bear Lake and Pleasure Point Marina. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Big-Bear-Lake-Boulder-Bay.dx553248635976476039) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Summit Estates Summit Estates might not have many top sights, but The Village and Snow Summit are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Big-Bear-Lake-Summit-Estates.dx553248635976469395) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Winter Park Though Winter Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like The Village and Snow Summit. 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