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Things to do in Big Bear

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Top-rated activities

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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 630 reviews

Snow play and hot cocktails

Join me for a snowy day in Big Bear, with Bailey’s in your coffee and fun for everyone.

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 141 reviews

Hike or snowshoe across Big Bear trails

Wind through majestic oak and pine forests on local trails by foot or snowshoe.

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 49 reviews

Encounter wild burros on a hike with a local

Wander along forested trails, take in impressive views, and observe wildlife on a hike.

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 189 reviews

Family-friendly nature hike in Big Bear Lake

Identify indigenous plants and animal tracks with a local nature guide.

5 out of 5 average rating, 26 reviews

Hike Big Bear’s secret trails with a local guide

Navigate hidden trails under the Jeffrey pines that only locals know.

5 out of 5 average rating, 43 reviews

Hike through the autumn colors

I would love for you to join me on a Big Bear local's fall colors hike. Big Bear Lake in the fall features some of the best fall colors in Southern California. Walk with me through the changing colors

5 out of 5 average rating, 31 reviews

Big Bear Jeep tour with charcuterie picnic lunch

Explore Big Bear backroads in Jeep with a local guide & enjoy a rustic charcuterie lunch

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 29 reviews

Bluff Lake Jeep Tour with hike

Explore hidden Bluff Lake and its scenic trails with a seasoned hiker.

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 74 reviews

Hike to view sunset views Big Bear Valley

Trek to a hidden viewpoint with a hiking guide and nature writer.

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 298 reviews

Rock Climbing Creek Hike with a Photographer

Hike 2 miles and rock climb to a beautiful creek. In spring and early summer you can swim!

Latest Activities

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Desert Blues: A Cyanotype Workshop

Discover the timeless art of cyanotype. Using sunlight, botanicals, and found objects, create striking blue-and-white prints inspired by the beauty and stillness of the desert.

5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

Navigate hidden caves with a desert guide

Venture through three to four boulder caves with a Hi-Desert adventure guide, pause for photos and complete the cave circuit back to the trailhead.

5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviews

Desert Skywatch/UFO & Orb Experience

Gather beneath the Joshua Tree sky for guided observation, night-sky orientation, focused awareness, hi-desert UFO history & lore, and group reflection.

5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviews

Cuddle Fluffy Mini Highland Calves

Meet and cuddle fluffy miniature Highland calves in a guided farm experience. Learn about their care, capture memorable photos, and enjoy quality time with these gentle animals year-round.

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Bougie Cattle Company Ranch Tour

Welcome to the ranch where luxury meets livestock! Meet miniature Highland cattle, camels, donkeys, goats, and more while enjoying an unforgettable behind-the-scenes experience.

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Mini pinball museum

Come see and play these antique pinballs in the mini pinball museum!! Learn about the history of this once outlawed game, how to play it and how the art and culture shaped a generation.