America's Greatest Race Coming to Big Bear Lake!

Big Bear Lake is proud to be hosting the finish of Stage 6 of the Amgen Tour of California, on May 18th, 2012. If you plan to be traveling to Big Bear Lake on race day, please view the spectators guide to help avoid traffic and find the best place to view the race. If you are joining us at Snow Summit to watch the racers come across the finish, don't forget to visit the Big Bear Vacations booths located in the Lifestyle and Cyclist Expos. The expos will be open between 11am and 5pm and the racers are expected to start to cross the finish line around 3:30pm. If you plan to stay in Big Bear for this event check out our specials page or call us at 1-855-829-0937 for the best lodging deals in town. We hope to see you there!



The Jim Hall Memorial, May Trout Classic will take place on May 19-20th, 2012 at Big Bear Marina. Big Bear Municipal Water District is hosting this event. The top nine largest trout caught at the 30th Annual Jim Hall Memorial May Trout Classic share or split $8,000 in prize money (based on 500 entrants), and new this year is an opportunity to catch a tagged trout worth $10,000. The May Trout Classic is Saturday, May 19 from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, May 20 from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. The two day event is open to all ages and skill levels. Entry fee is $65 for adults and free entry for juniors (16 years and younger) with a paid adult. Entry forms are available at The Big Bear Visitor Center, 630 Bartlett Road (in the Village); Holloways Marina, 398 Edgemoor Rd.; Big Bear Marina, 500 Paine Court or The Big Bear Municipal Water District, 40524 Lakeview Drive. To have an entry form mailed or to register for the event call 909-585-4007 or emailJacque@maytroutclassic.com.  Or for more information visit the events website.

Flash Sale

Flash Sale! 
Cinco De Mayo Flash Sale coming soon. Call us on 5-5-12 to book a two night stay arriving during the month of May and you will receive the first night at full price and the second night for only $55.12. 


Please visit our Specials Page, or call us at 1-855-444-7036 for more details. Don't miss out on your opportunity to take advantage of this amazing deal! Reservations must be made on 5-5-12 during normal business hours and you must mention the Cinco De Mayo Flash Sale. Some property restrictions may apply. This offer is not valid during Memorial Day Weekend, and cannot be combined with any other specials or promotions. 

After the last few storms pass through here in Big Bear Lake, the Spring Flowers are finally in bloom and the forecast is looking great. It's time to kick off the 2012 boating and fishing season! So it's time to hook up the boat, pack up your fishing gear, and head to Big Bear Lake for some Spring-time fun! For more information about fishing licenses, boat permits, or Big Bear Lake please visit Big Bear Lake Municipal Water District website.

Or if you are more of a nature buff you can always volunteer to assist the Big Bear Ranger Station's Native Plant Nursery and Restoration Program. No experience necessary. Bring hat, sunscreen, your favorite pair of gloves and a sack lunch. Meet at the Big Bear Ranger Station flagpole @ 9am. The Big Bear Ranger Station is located ¼ mile east of the Big Bear Discovery Center. For more information on volunteering please call 909-382-2824 or visit the National Forest Association's website.

Spring Boating and Fishing in Big Bear Lake has begun!!

Big Bear Lake and the Public Boat Launches are officially open so the 2012 fishing and boating season has sprung! Big Bear Mountain Resorts are both still open so you can spend your morning on the lake and the afternoon on the slopes! Trout love the cold water so it's the perfect time to take advantage of amazing spring fishing. The Lake is regularly stocked with Rainbow Trout, with a limit of 5 per day. Other species in the Lake include large mouth bass, small mouth bass, bluegill, black crappie, sunfish, carp, channel catfish and pumpkin seed. Big Bear Lake hosts numerous fishing tournaments every year like the May Trout Classic and Fishin for 50K, with the chance to "catch the big one" and win amazing prizes. For more details on fishing permits, boat permits and other lake information visit the Municipal Water District website. 

Amgen Tour of California, the Big Bear Climb coming to Big Bear Lake, May 18, 2012.

Big Bear Lake is proud to be hosting the finish of Stage 6 of the 2012 Amgen Tour of California, the Big Bear Climb. If the 2010 route was a killer, this slightly toned down route will be a crusher. Stage 6 will be all about strategy as the riders will still be feeling the sting of the Bakersfield Time Trial from the day before.

After a cruise down historic Sierra Highway, the racers will head into the Angeles National Forest. After a short stretch on Angeles Forest Highway, the route will turn onto Mt. Emma Road. Following the first climb of the day and then a descent to Fort Tejon Road, the first KOM at Mountain High ski area will be reached via a 12-mile climb to a 7,000-foot summit at Angeles Crest Highway. There will be a brief respite as the riders descend into Wrightwood and then over to Highway 138. The route will once again go vertical as it passes through Crestline and Lake Arrowhead, and then onto the Rim of the World Highway. Entering the Big Bear area, the riders will take the northern route around Big Bear Lake and then tackle the last ascent to the finish at a more than 7,000-foot elevation at the Snow Summit ski area.

If you are interested in joining the World's Best Cyclists as they take on the greatest stage in America's biggest cycling race, we encourage you to participate in the "King of the Mountain Experience." The race is open to all levels of cyclists and will take place on race day, May 18, 2012. For more information or to enter please visit the King of the Mountain website. Big Bear Vacations is a proud sponsor of this event and we are offering lodging specials that include a chance to win a VIP Race Package. Visit our Specials page or call 1-866-668-5455 for more information about how to win this VIP Experience.

First recorded Bald Eagle Chick born in Big Bear Lake

A bald eagle chick was born in Big Bear Lake recently, which is believed to be the first baby eagle born in the San Bernardino Mountains in over 30 years. Observers believe the bald eagle chick was born on February 10th but was hidden in the nest that is 3 feet wide and a foot deep. The chick was discovered by biologists while doing a count on February 11th and leading a field trip for North Shore Elementary School Students. The new baby has been given the nickname Jack, named after Jack Lubecki, a longtime eagle count volunteer who passed a few years ago. Jack was born to a mating pair of eagles named Ricky and Lucy. The bird's gender is still unknown because it is being viewed from over a half-mile away. Jack was grey, fuzzy, and about 10 inches tall when he first hatched, but in the past 6 weeks hase become a dark brown color and is already much bigger. Jack was hatched in a nest that was built about 5 years ago in a dead tree that eagles have been adding to over the years; biologists are unsure if it was built by these same eagles. Ricky and Lucy have done well in protecting the chick from our recent storms and are expected to take up permanent residence here to protect Jack. The baby chick is not expected to fly for 70-98 days. To avoid disturbing the sensitive birds The Forest Service has closed the surrounding picnic areas. They are being observed using spotting scopes and can be viewed from Dana Point Park in Fawnskin. The Discovery Center Volunteers are monitoring the baby and a viewing station will be set up on weekends and visitors are welcomed. For hours and information, contact the Big Bear Discovery Center, 909-382-2790.

It may be Spring where you live but we still have excellent snow in Big Bear Lake!!

Big Bear Lake is beautiful right now. We received 24 inches of fresh powder last weekend and the conditions at our Ski Resorts are excellent! Don't pack up your equipment just yet because we have the best snow coverage in Southern California for skiing, boarding and other snow play activities. Now is a great time to take advantage of spring rates and winter weather. Hurry up and check out our online specials that include free midweek or weekend lift tickets, while supplies last! We have over 300 vacation homes and cabins so call us now or book online. 

Try your luck in Big Bear Lake, for St. Patrick's Day!!

Find your pot of gold and try your luck and join us for a chance to win prizes like and IPad or gift certificates to some of Big Bear's best restaurants! Free Shuttles will be available to and from the event from your lodging facility. Big Bear Vacations will be offering pre-sale tickets for $10.00.  If you want to dance an Irish jig, this is your chance. The Convention Center has the biggest dance floor in Big Bear Lake.  Don't miss out on this one of a kind event.
Book Now because Big Bear Vacations only has a one night minimum stay requirement through June 30, 2012. Or we are also offering our March Madness Special, stay 3 nights for the price of 2!!

Big Bear Lake's 1st Polar Plunge

On March 10, over 40 brave souls will plunge into chilly Big Bear Lake at Swim Beach to raise funds for the Special Olympics, including a team of Big Bear law enforcement officers and firefighters, and so far over $3,475 has been pledged for the event.This is the first Polar Plunge in So Cal. that is not taking place at an ocean beach. Big Bear Lake's temperatures dip into the 30's and even 20's. Participants can wade in as far as they dare before bolting to the warming area.

All proceeds will be giving people with intellectual disabilities the opportunity to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and share skills, accomplishments and friendship with their families, and the community and so far more than 14 Big Bear Businesses including Big Bear Vacations have pledged their support.

Activities surrounding the event at Swim Beach include music, a barbecue (free for plungers), a family fun area, games and prizes, concession stands, souvenirs and more.

For registration, sponsorship and more information, visit www.sosc.org/bigbearplunge or call 951-672-7707