Guide to Big Bear

Caitlin
Guide to Big Bear

RESTAURANTS

TROPICALI 40616 Village Dr, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 You MUST check this place out. Ranked one of the 15 best restaurants in America. If you're looking for something fresh to eat with some island flavors, this place always leaves us satisfied. The staff is genuinely as fantastic as the food. The environment/decor transports you to Hawaii. :) https://www.osotropicali.com/
40616 Village Dr
40616 Village Drive
TROPICALI 40616 Village Dr, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 You MUST check this place out. Ranked one of the 15 best restaurants in America. If you're looking for something fresh to eat with some island flavors, this place always leaves us satisfied. The staff is genuinely as fantastic as the food. The environment/decor transports you to Hawaii. :) https://www.osotropicali.com/
Great spot to grab a sweet or savory crepe. Authentic and super fresh! Excellent coffee. Really kind staff. https://cafecrepebigbear.com/
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Cafe Crepe
41003 Big Bear Blvd
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Great spot to grab a sweet or savory crepe. Authentic and super fresh! Excellent coffee. Really kind staff. https://cafecrepebigbear.com/
Best breakfast in town, hands down. Top notch diner-style food, fresh bread/baked goods from their bakery...definitely worth the wait time.
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Teddy Bear Restaurant
583 Pine Knot Ave
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Best breakfast in town, hands down. Top notch diner-style food, fresh bread/baked goods from their bakery...definitely worth the wait time.
Family-run Mexican eatery serving delicious classic dishes & margaritas in a relaxed, cheery space. Great prices and attentive staff.
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El Jacalito Grill
535 Pine Knot Ave
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Family-run Mexican eatery serving delicious classic dishes & margaritas in a relaxed, cheery space. Great prices and attentive staff.
Fresh donuts super close to our cabin! Caitlin recommends their cronut - sells out fast. Ben's favorite is the blueberry donut. Get there early if you're going on the weekend! Gluten-free and vegan options available as well. https://www.dankdonuts.com/
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Dank Donuts
42612 Moonridge Rd
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Fresh donuts super close to our cabin! Caitlin recommends their cronut - sells out fast. Ben's favorite is the blueberry donut. Get there early if you're going on the weekend! Gluten-free and vegan options available as well. https://www.dankdonuts.com/
Versatile menu - everyone will be able to find something to order!
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Oakside
40701 Village Dr
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Versatile menu - everyone will be able to find something to order!
A quick drive from our cabin - great stop for breakfast or lunch.
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Broadway Cafe
1117 W Big Bear Blvd
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A quick drive from our cabin - great stop for breakfast or lunch.
A quick drive from our cabin - great stop for breakfast or lunch.
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Lumberjack Cafe
1001 W Big Bear Blvd
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A quick drive from our cabin - great stop for breakfast or lunch.
The biggest pancakes we've ever witnessed. Awesome diner-style breakfast.
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Grizzly Manor Cafe
41268 Big Bear Blvd
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The biggest pancakes we've ever witnessed. Awesome diner-style breakfast.
Tasty bar eats with outdoor music in the summertime!
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572 Social kitchen & lounge
572 Pine Knot Ave
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Tasty bar eats with outdoor music in the summertime!
Great spot to check out if you're seeking that "fancy coffee" fix. Dietary restriction friendly menu as well.
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The Copper Q
645 Pine Knot Ave
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Great spot to check out if you're seeking that "fancy coffee" fix. Dietary restriction friendly menu as well.

GROCERY & PHARMACY

Convenience store walking distance from our cabin. Good spot to grab basics. Great spot to buy firewood in the fall/winter.
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Community Market
100 E Big Bear Blvd
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Convenience store walking distance from our cabin. Good spot to grab basics. Great spot to buy firewood in the fall/winter.
VONS is the main-stream grocery store in Big Bear. ***PRO TIP: if you're looking to get some Starbucks, go to the one in here instead of the standalone store across the lot.
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Vons
42170 Big Bear Blvd
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VONS is the main-stream grocery store in Big Bear. ***PRO TIP: if you're looking to get some Starbucks, go to the one in here instead of the standalone store across the lot.
Excellent selection re: toiletries. Lower prices than CVS.
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Walgreens
42107 Big Bear Blvd
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Excellent selection re: toiletries. Lower prices than CVS.
For any fans of craft beer, this bottle shop is worth checking out. http://www.homeofthehangover.com/
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Home Of The Hangover
42074 Big Bear Blvd
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For any fans of craft beer, this bottle shop is worth checking out. http://www.homeofthehangover.com/
Recently renovated. Alternate grocery option to Von's.
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Stater Bros. Markets
42171 Big Bear Blvd
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Recently renovated. Alternate grocery option to Von's.

ACTIVITIES

Stop by the lake at some point during your trip. There's a lovely walking path and some water-side parks that are easily accessible.
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Big Bear Lake
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Stop by the lake at some point during your trip. There's a lovely walking path and some water-side parks that are easily accessible.
THE VILLAGE SHOPS - souvenirs and gifts, cute local boutiques, coffee shops, people watching...
652 Pine Knot Ave
652 Pine Knot Avenue
THE VILLAGE SHOPS - souvenirs and gifts, cute local boutiques, coffee shops, people watching...
Great for families! Snow tubing in the winter, go-carts in the summer.
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Big Bear Snow Play
42825 Big Bear Blvd
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Great for families! Snow tubing in the winter, go-carts in the summer.
Boarding/Skiing in the winter. Adventure activities in the summer. Make sure to get passes ahead of time. https://www.bigbearmountainresort.com/
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Snow Summit station
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Boarding/Skiing in the winter. Adventure activities in the summer. Make sure to get passes ahead of time. https://www.bigbearmountainresort.com/
Make sure to get passes ahead of time. https://www.bcmountainresort.com/
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熊山滑雪度假村
43101 Goldmine Dr
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Make sure to get passes ahead of time. https://www.bcmountainresort.com/
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Big Bear Bowling Barn Inc.
40625 Big Bear Blvd
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Village Theaters North
602 Pine Knot Ave
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NATURE

Walking/biking trail on the north side of the lake. Sweet parks for hanging out along the water. Definitely check out the sunset if you get a chance!
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Alpine Pedal Path Trail 1E50
740 Stanfield Cutoff
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Walking/biking trail on the north side of the lake. Sweet parks for hanging out along the water. Definitely check out the sunset if you get a chance!
It's straight out of a dream when you see it for the first time. These boulders are massive, so perfectly placed...
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Boulder Bay
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It's straight out of a dream when you see it for the first time. These boulders are massive, so perfectly placed...
Pier-style, easy walk over the marshland. Recommend in the early morning or as the sun is setting.
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Stanfield Marsh Boardwalk
Stanfield Marsh Boardwalk
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Pier-style, easy walk over the marshland. Recommend in the early morning or as the sun is setting.
Beautiful valley view by Baldwin Lake. Great place for relaxation / meditation.
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Eye Of God
Quartz Lane
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Beautiful valley view by Baldwin Lake. Great place for relaxation / meditation.
Spend some time out on the water! Rent a boat, kayak or paddle board. Make sure to book in advance! https://www.pleasurepointmarina.net/
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Pleasure Point Marina
603 Landlock Landing
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Spend some time out on the water! Rent a boat, kayak or paddle board. Make sure to book in advance! https://www.pleasurepointmarina.net/
Parking is the only tough part as people line up the sides of the street. The very beginning and very top of the hike are the most challenging/steep. Beautiful views of the lake at the top!
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Castle Rock Trail 1W03
Big Bear Boulevard
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Parking is the only tough part as people line up the sides of the street. The very beginning and very top of the hike are the most challenging/steep. Beautiful views of the lake at the top!

DAY TRIPS

Activity on both land and water. Parks and trails galore.
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Big Bear Lake
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Activity on both land and water. Parks and trails galore.
On the other side of the lake. Classic mountain town feel with a lot of great spots for a picnic!
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Fawnskin
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On the other side of the lake. Classic mountain town feel with a lot of great spots for a picnic!
About 1hr 30m from our cabin. The drive is absolutely stunning - seeing the terrain and plant life transition from mountain to desert is surreal.
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Joshua Tree
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About 1hr 30m from our cabin. The drive is absolutely stunning - seeing the terrain and plant life transition from mountain to desert is surreal.
30-40 min drive from Big Bear. Beautiful nature preserve with tranquility inspiring plant life. Trails that are great for all fitness levels.
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Bluff Lake Reserve
Mill Creek Road
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30-40 min drive from Big Bear. Beautiful nature preserve with tranquility inspiring plant life. Trails that are great for all fitness levels.