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Go Snowboarding in Southern California!
RawdgerDodger Says: The secret is out that there is a mountain close by to Los Angeles that has some great runs to board. That place is Snow Summit, a great place to snowboard in Big Bear. The locals know this place, and now you do. Just drive through up the mountain to Big Bear to find these...
blaz686 Says: I got a massage at Cloud 9 Massage Therapy. It was the best ever! She is so good! I honestly felt like I was floating on Cloud 9. Her room is so perfect. It makes you feel like you are in heaven, well you are. I highly recommend her!
I think one of the most unique...
TrueBeliever Says: I think one of the most unique aspects of nearby Big Bear Lake is that it has a Sun Observatory near the middle. How can an observatory be in the middle of a lake? A long rocky penninsula runs in a straight line for about a hundred yards out into the lake itself. At the end...
Summit Haus: Eat on the top of Big Bear Mountain
RawdgerDodger Says: This place is nicely situated at the top of the slopes of Snow Summit off of chair lift 2. This place provides a nice place to grub on some nice food or get a drink in the middle of your snow sports adventure. My only critique is that the prices are a bit high and the inside...
Everywhere!: Raspados (snow cones)- Big Bear Style!
ognini Says: I just love plain raspados (snow cones)!
Beer, beer, beer, beer, beer, beer, beer, beer...: Big Bear Camping Nightlife
Avryle Says: Out in the woods, up a dirt road that (should) takes 20 minutes to drive up, there ain't a whole heck of a lot to do at night. Be sure to stock up on planty of beer and ice to keep you covered for a few days at least. Camping dress code: hopefully you don't stink... too...
The Bowling Barn: Wild times at the bowling alley
Avryle Says: With an utter lack of anything to do (except sit around camp & drink), bowling in Big Bear City was an exciting diversion for the evening. The lanes were much more advanced than I had expected though the actual facility is quite small. I believe it cost aprx. $10 US for shoe...
RawdgerDodger Says: Tip: To get to Big Bear, a car is needed. It is about an hour climb from the bottom in San Bernadino to the Big Bear resorts on the top of Big Bear mountain. It is wise to leave early in the morning as traffic near Big Bear during skiing/snowboarding season tends to get...
ognini Says: Be sure to buy a set of chains for your car if you plan on driving up while it's snowing. Driving conditions change drastically when the road is icy! We bought our chains for around $30 at Walmart which were very easy to put on. There will be a sign on the side of the road...
RawdgerDodger Says: Even when the rain is scarce is Southern California, modern day technology on Big Bear Mountain provides fresh man-man snow for sports revelers. Southern California normally gets two to three major winter storms in the wintertime that provide the local San Gabriel mountains...
Wait your turn in Line--No Cutting!
RawdgerDodger Says: First come, first up the slopes. That is the way it works here on the slopes of Big Bear. In order to get to those awesome runs at the very top of the mountain, a chair lift is needed. There are many people that use these chair lifts and everybody waits in line for their...
Watch Out for Others on the Slopes!
RawdgerDodger Says: About the worst character of skier or snowboarder that I can think of are those who pay little or no attention to those who happen to be around them. I am not going to lie to you, winter sports such as these can be dangerous. But with a little care and concern, everyone can...
RawdgerDodger Says: If you happen to get injured on the slopes of Big Bear, have no fear, a team of rescuers is on hand to help you out. It is good to note that this team of rescuers is there to help you out only "if" you stay on the runs of the resort. If you freestyle off the runs then there...
Check for Loose Clothing or Equipment
RawdgerDodger Says: If you decide to go skiing/snowboarding safety should be your primary concern. These winter sports no matter how fun can be dangerous if one does not abide by safety rules posted on the mountain. Before you ski or snowboard down the mountain, make sure that you check for...
Mr. Rattlesnake & his extended family
Avryle Says: Rattlesnakes are out in abundance from Spring until late Fall when the snow season begins. These little suckers camofauge themselves quite well into the rocks and leaves. Just keep an eye out to as where you step while out hiking and listen up for the distinctive rattle...
TrueBeliever Says: If you plan on simply staying in the small city itself, bring luggage. But if you're one of those adventerous types, bring one of those huge wanna-be mountain-climber backpacks that reach from your head to knee-level so you can play Mr. or Mrs. 'Survivor' while hiking out in...
Avryle Says: There are a few tour groups that offer guided tours of the "Gold Fever Trail" up Van Dusen Canyon to the old site of Belleville mining town. Instead of paying $30 a pop, go to the Big Bear Discovery Center, pick up a self-guided tour map of your own and head on out (if...
Avryle Says: There are acres and acres of forest and mountain to explore all around Big Bear. There are fantastic views of the valley and lake from the top of most of the peaks. The Big Bear Discovery Center and/or the Ranger Station is probably a great resource for established trails...
Snowboarding is the Thing to Do
RawdgerDodger Says: Snowboarding is perhaps the greatest winter sport ever invented. About the coolest thing to do in Southern California is to go snowboarding. Everyone always thinks of Los Angeles with sunny skies and 73 degrees all year long. That is a good myth but there are also a nice...
RawdgerDodger Says: Perhaps the best mountain to visit during skiing/snowboarding season is Big Bear. Out of all the San Gabriel mountains in the Southland, Big Bear has the best and most extensive runs. Big Bear provides Southern Californians and others who have heard about this mountain, with...
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Living in Big Bear - For the past year I have lived in Big Bear City, CA. Close to Big Bear Lake and other mountain communities such as Lake Arrowhead and Angelus Oaks. Till this past year, I didn't think California...
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Big Bear Mountain is So-Cal's Place to Snowboard!
There is a great view from Snow Summit that provides a great atmosphere for winter sports.
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Big Bear is awesome! (At least as far as places in Southern California are concerned). It's a major tourist attraction for So. Cal. residents and the litter on the side of the road proves it. I grew...
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I've been up to Big Bear more times than I can count- usually for a day of skiing or for a weekend at a friend's place. It's a short drive away to get away from the city and relax on the lake or on......
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For the past year I have lived in Big Bear City, CA. Close to Big Bear Lake and other mountain communities such as Lake Arrowhead and Angelus Oaks. Till this past year, I didn't think California...
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