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Winter activities are still going strong in Big Bear Lake but don't wait too long! 
We've got your Winter in Big Bear Bucket List ready with seasonal fun to enjoy with friends and family. 
Visit  goldenbear.net/news.cfm  for a list of "Things To Do in Big Bear" and explore spring fun in April 



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Bear Mountain / Snow Summit - Powder Alert

MARCH 24, 2022 SNOW UPDATE - 
This coming weekend a few inches of snow expected, stay tuned! . 
More snow in the forecast in the coming weeks. Take advantage of our Winter weekday specials at Golden Bear Cottages with your family.

     * SNOW CHAINS REQUIRED WHENEVER IT SNOWS FOR WINTER MOUNTAIN TRAVEL
Snow VACATIONS at Golden Bear Cottages Resort at Big Bear Lake -
https://goldenbear.net/big_bear_winter_events_newsletter

Things to do in Big Bear this Winter/Spring
Plan your Winter holiday in Big Bear Lake!  We have great Big Bear Lake private cabin rentals for your friends and family to enjoy with easy access to Winter fun and activities.  Our Big Bear Lake AAA approved vacation rentals allow you to enjoy Spring activities like hiking, snowboarding and skiing.  Then head back to your cabin and enjoy the warmth of your own fireplace or hot tub and time with your friends and family. Come celebrate Winter in Big Bear Lake!   Find a clean Big Bear vacation rental at world famous Golden Bear Cottages.

Alpine Pedal Path on the Big Bear Lake North Shore - great for "snow hiking"
.Travelers questions answered: AAA approved vacation cabin rentals 
MARCH 7 - BIG BEAR LONG RANGE SNOW FORECAST
MARCH 7, 2022 SNOW UPDATE - 
An inside slider will drop southward through the state on Wednesday with clouds and winds 
increasing later in the day. As this low passes by to our northeast, the flow could draw in 
some moisture Thursday with #snow showers possible. The snow level will drop to around 4,000 
feet with the potential for a few inches of snow depending on the exact track, stay tuned! . 
More snow in the forecast in the coming weeks.  https://www.facebook.com/AAA.approved.Big.Bear.Lake.Cabin.Rentals

One unexpected upside to the pause put on our everyday lives is the opportunity to explore destinations that we may have overlooked, including in our own backyards. Venture out of your bubble for a few days to visit our artsy mountain town, fish at the scenic lake, hike forested trails or sample award-winning food after a day out with nature at Big Bear Lake.

Rediscover Big Bear, less than a two hours' drive from LA or San Diego.
 
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Big Bear Lake Local News and Weather

WEATHER and LOCAL WINTER MOUNTAIN FORECAST 
Hwy 18 - Hwy 330 from San Bernardino GETS congested on 
weekends. Use Hwy 38 from Redlands or HWY 18 from the desert.


What's up this week in Big Bear
New Snow this week. More coming in FEBRUARY/MARCH 
 Snowmaking is also in progress and will continue around-the-clock. IT'S SNOW TIME AND We will be seeing you very soon!
Visit our Snow Report Page for the Latest Info
New Snow + Important Info
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Alpine Slide

Feel what it's like to ride on a bobsled or take the Magic Carpet ride and enjoy a fun day of snow tubing. Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain has winter fun for the whole family.  Open daily from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. and evenings Friday, Saturday and Holiday nights 5 p.m.-9 p.m.   CASH ONLY  800 Wildrose Lane, Big Bear Lake, (909) 866-4626 
http://www.alpineslidebigbear.com/

Big Bear Snow Play

Snow tubing fun is all they do!  Warm up in the heated base lodge then take the Magic Carpet lift to the top.  It's winter fun with plenty of parking. Open daily from  10 a.m.-4 p.m. and new evening sessions Friday, Saturday and Holidays from 5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.  CASH ONLY   42825 Big Bear Blvd, Big Bear Lake, (909) 585-0075
National Weather Service calls for good snowfall LATE this Winter AND SPRING

Looking for something fun and new to do this winter that the whole family can enjoy?  

Big Bear Alpine Zoo

Big Bear Alpine Zoo Reopens at New Location


The zoo is at 747 Clubview Drive in Big Bear Lake. Masks and social distancing are required during a zoo visit. The zoo is open 7 days a week from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. except for Christmas Day or due to HEAVY snow conditions.


Snow Summit

This winter playground is fun for skiers and snowboarders of all levels. Featuring a Fun Zone to test out bumps rollers and the Olympic Run for steep downhill skiing, you will want it to be winter all year round!  Open Daily 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Night sessions until 6:00 p.m. weekdays and 8:30 p.m. weekends and holidays.   880 Summit Blvd, Big Bear Lake (844) GO2-BEAR

2022 Bear Mountain and Snow Summit:  with more snow in the forecast, it's the perfect time to get to the mountains and take your turns.


Bear Mountain

If snowboarding is your thing or you are ready to learn, head to Bear Mountain. The park features over 120 beginner to advanced jibs and a Superpipe.  Open daily from 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.  43101 Goldmine Drive. Big Bear Lake, (909) 866-5766
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Big Bear Discovery Center

Learn all about winter in the mountains!  The Big Bear Discovery Center has year round learning and fun activities especially for kids and grown-ups alike.  Open Thursday-Monday 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.  Christmas Day CLOSED   40971 North Shore Drive/Hwy 38, Fawnskin  (909) 382-2790


Helicopter Big Bear

Fly high above the San Bernardino National Forest and the ski slopes and get a Santa Clause perspective of Big Bear!  Call for availability and reservations. (909) 585-1200

Action Tours

It's never too cold to experience flying through the air.  Layer up then strap in for a trip through the snowy treetops.  Destination Big Bear guests receive 10% OFF your adventure when you mention us when you make your reservation for one of the Action Tours.  41647 Big Bear Blvd, Big Bear Lake, (909) 866-0390
Planning a trip with your pet?
Book a pet friendly non-hotel.
Golden Bear Cottages has been helping pet travelers find pet friendly lodging since 1999. Named best pet travel spot by Big Bear Lake Marketing Association!
Book online or call us at 909-866-2010
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"The AAA approved non hotel in Big Bear Lake, CA"
Check AAA SPECIALS see group discounts. Call group reservations & information office 909-866-2010
You will find our AAA approved cabin & cottage rentals as cheap as local mountain hotels.

Plan your WINTER holiday early to get the perfect cabin for your vacation in Big Bear. We have Big Bear vacation rentals for large or small families and groups; cabins in Big Bear close to all the fun things to do like skiing at Snow Summit and Bear Mountain, shopping in The Village, and Big Bear cabins for rent with easy access to Big Bear Lake.  Give us a call soon at (909) 866-2010 and plan your winter vacation in historic Big Bear! Golden Bear Cottages 39367 Big Bear Blvd., Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
Travelers questions answered. AAA approved vacation cabin rentals - FEBRUARY 2022
"Golden Bear Cottages vacation rentals will continue to stay open daily to serve
individual families to accommodate
safe social distancing vacations. See you BEARY soon!"
Need a long term cabin or vacation rental at Big Bear Lake? Try family owned and operated Golden Bear Cottages Resort...
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