Cap'n Paul was very friendly and nice even though there was only 4 in our party. I liked the…read morecelebrity stories in big bear.

Our family made our first trip up to Big Bear in late July, and the heat was pretty intense--even…read morefor being up in the mountains! Renting a boat from Big Bear Marina turned out to be the absolute highlight of our trip and far exceeded our expectations. We rented for an hour and a half to cruise around the lake, and the cool breeze out on the water was an instant relief from the hot weather. Even our two teenagers didn't complain once--which is a major win! They thoroughly enjoyed the ride and loved connecting to the Bluetooth speaker the marina provided so they could play their own music. It set such a fun vibe that I even found myself trying to dance on the boat (much to everyone's amusement). The heat eventually drove us home a day early, but this boat ride made the trip worthwhile. It's the one thing we'll definitely do again the next time we visit Big Bear!

Took my girlfriend to Big Bear for the first time, and decided a boat tour would be a great thing…read moreto do. The tour was fantastic! I was surprised how much I learned about Big Bear on this tour. Our tour guide/narrator was great! (I believe his name was Hayden) My girlfriend and I were the only people on the upper deck of the boat because of the rain, so I was constantly asking questions during breaks in the narration. The process of setting this trip up was super easy from start to finish. I would highly recommend it to anyone.

Took the Miss Liberty for the 4th and it was a great experience. Check-in was easy, the boat was…read moreeasy to find, and we had a perfect view of the fireworks. They sell snacks and drinks on board (chips, water, energy drinks, beer, champagne and more), which was super convenient. Staff was friendly and on it the whole time. I'd definitely do this again for fireworks. Clean bathrooms on board as well. Guys if you read this, please add a 'Lady Liberty Venmo.'

This was one of the most unique and incredible experiences…read more I found Selena on AirBnB Experiences and after reading the reviews knew I had to participate in Forest Bathing. We met at a public parking lot and she drove us in her SUV up into the mountains, to her secret spot in the forest. She provided lots of interesting, educational info along the 15 minute drive. Once we arrived, the experience started. She guided a moderate hike into the forest, showing us all of her favorite things. Fresh water brooks, waterfalls, unique, bold, and beautiful trees. The hike was fairly moderate, Indian Jones-esq at times, nothing too crazy, but not easy. As a plus size/not very active girl, I was able to do it. My 62 year old mom kept up fairly well too! Selena took lots of short breaks for us to catch our breath (elevation for flatlanders is rough!), gave us lots of educational info about what we were seeing, smelling, and hearing. She even provided us with a few edible plants along the way. The hike up to the fresh water source was truly spectacular. Once there we emptied our water bottles and filled them with the ice cold fresh water and guzzled it down. So crisp and clean and YUM! The hike back was just as refreshing. We then spent some time wind bathing, cutting chords, and energy healing, followed by 35 minutes of quiet time meandering the forest on our own. Afterwards we drank a fresh brewed tea Selena had made using ingredients she collected along our hike, and some healthy snacks and more fresh water, which she provided. It was 3 hours of really amazing, energizing, active, relaxing, healing Forest Bathing and for $40pp it was well worth it!

What an amazing boat trip. Captain Craig was awesome - I highly recommend this tour!!read more

The boat was extremely overcrowded, with around 200 people, and the captain talked loudly and…read moreNONSTOP over the speaker. We literally left with headaches and couldn't enjoy the nature or have a peaceful moment. It felt stressful, crowded, and exhausting instead of relaxing. A complete waste of time and money. I would NEVER recommend this boat tour to anyone.

I've been here twice now for their music in the woods concerts in the summer and both times, it's…read morebeen a blast. There are hiking paths around which I haven't done yet. There is a small parking lot if you are one of the earlier folks there for that day. It's a little building where they do have restrooms. Everyone is friendly.

The Big Bear Discovery Center is a place of just that…read more.. Discovery!! A place where Nature is the Star, but Nurture is equally as important. A place where the Great Outdoors is embraced and being one with Nature is encouraged by all. Welcome to the Big Bear Discovery Center! While visiting our friends at their cabin in Beautiful Big Bear, we decided to take the kids to the Discovery Center to see what it was all about. Upon walking into the building, we were immediately immersed into the wildlife that makes up this areas landscape. From the avian wildlife, to the reptiles, to the large mammals that call Big Bear Home, the Discovery Center gave a great snapshot of what nature lives in these mountains. In addition, the various types of rock, plants and trees were also on display which showcased the unique landscape of the region. On the back part of the building, there was a decent sized gift shop where your young explorers can browse all of the nature related toys, books and gear to be a Jr. Ranger. But the fun didn't stop there... Out front, they had a table for kids to do a hands on activity. The day we went, kids could make their own bird feeder using a pine cone, peanut butter and bird seed. After making our homemade bird feeders, we took a short walk to the other side of the building where they had an outdoor area called Nature Discovery Zone where kids could play, dig, build things. There are other activities on site, but this is all we did on our visit. If you find yourself in the Big Bear area and have young kids, definitely a good place to come check out. They do have some snacks and drinks inside the gift shop, but I didn't see any actual hot food to eat. There are picnic benches and places you can sit and relax if you want to pack a lunch and eat in the outdoor area. Now... Who's ready to Discover the behind the scenes of Big Bear!

An Absolute Must-Do in Big Bear! My daughter and I had the…read moremost incredible experience with Action Zipline Tours! From the moment we arrived to the final zipline, the entire experience was flawless, exhilarating, and deeply memorable.A massive shoutout to our guides--Cameron, Caroline, and RJ.They were absolute rockstars! They took the time to meticulously follow and explain every single safety measure, which completely set our minds at ease and allowed us to just enjoy the thrill. Not only were they highly professional and safety-conscious, but they also made the entire tour incredibly fun, engaging, and interesting with their great energy and local knowledge. A special thanks to the owner, Alexis, for running such a fantastic operation and hiring such efficient, top-tier staff. It's clear that guest safety and satisfaction are the absolute highest priorities here. If you are visiting Big Bear, do not miss out on this tour! We will definitely be back.

This was so much fun. The staff was great and fun! I would definitely recommend doing this but go…read morestraight to the website. They took pics as we went along as well. I would definitely do that again.

The best way to see what's left of Belleville is the Gold Fever Trail, so stop by the Big Bear…read moreDiscovery Center first and pick up this yellow pamphlet. Please be warned that when it says "dirt roads" they mean it!! We were not prepared for how VERY rocky it is in most sections. The worst starts around stops 9 & 10, and the rest of the road has the biggest rocks you have to maneuver around. We were super lucky in my Toyota Corolla to make it out unscathed by driving VERY slowly and carefully, but it took a LONG time and we were so stressed. If you have a jeep, truck, or other off-roading vehicle you'll probably be ok. But any other vehicle I would NOT recommend (not even an SUV), or turn around after stop 10 at the latest! The scale of the map in the pamphlet is a bit misleading, because the stops are decently father apart than they seem. I had maps open on my phone to constantly compare with the paper map. Most of the stops along the way are marked with a sign post and number, so look out for those. We came in April when there was no snow or rain, good weather for hiking around. If you're into Gold Rush history, it's interesting to see the few ruins of the town. But most of the stops along the Trail require a bit of imagination (there's not a lot to see). Overall, it was kinda fun for the first half, but the second half of the drive was lowkey hell :)

roads aren't maintained well which is fine. AWD is recommended, especially after rains. pretty…read morequiet place with benches at some spots to chill and hang out, lots of mountain bikes to watch out from. overall pretty nice place to relax and enjoy the view, the self guided car tour is cool too if you grab a pamphlet from the Big Bear Discovery Center beforehand.

Been up to big bear at least four times in the last couple years but I've never really paid any…read moreattention to the helicopter tour advertisements, posted all over town. I guess I just always thought it would be way too much money. This time, while we were up here, I happen to be thumbing through the Big Bear guide book to the Valley at the hotel and came across the ad for these tours. Pricing was super reasonable, especially for a helicopter ride, which I would think is something on everyone's bucket list, or at least on mine anyway. We took the Kilo tour and even though it was a fantastic tour, for me and the kids, the best part was the takeoff and landing so if I were offering anyone advice on which tour to take, I'd suggest the Romeo. Once you're in the air, as you can imagine, you get a beautiful view of big Bear. The entire ride from takeoff to landing was super smooth. Cash is king up here so make sure you bring cash to get their excellent discount. The owner is the pilot and is a super experienced and a fantastic guy that really loves his job. I'm so glad that he decided to create this business so that folks like me can experience such a great activity.

We were so excited to see Big Bear helicopter reopening. We took the Tango Tour and had a thrilling…read more30 minute ride all around the Bear Valley. Such a fun and memorable experience. A must do!

We had such an amazing experience doing the Intermediate Jeep Off-Road Tour! Our group of 6 had two…read moreJeeps (a two-door and a four-door), and everything was organized and smooth from start to finish. Our guide, Conner, was fantastic. He was incredibly knowledgeable about both the area and the Jeeps we were driving, and he was so patient while we learned, switched drivers, and got comfortable on the trails. He also took AMAZING photos for us throughout the experience, which made the trip even more memorable. This company has consistently been great. We actually did a tour with them 3 years ago, and it was such a fun and memorable experience that we knew we had to come back again. Highly recommend for anyone wanting a fun adventure with great guides and beautiful views!

OMG!!!! SO FUN!!!! I cannot recommend the tourzilla high enough! We did the Halloween themed one…read morewhere we were shooting zombies, and WOW so much fun! I haven't laughed that hard in so long. The music, vibes, and hospitality was beyond worth it! 10/10

Awsome time, great place for a quick retreat! We come here year after year. Always a good time.read more

We camped here for the Toyo Tires event and it was pretty chill. You can find an empty spot and…read morepark and camped out. Great spot to enjoy the nature. It is very dusty here so plan accordingly. We got to hang out, bbq and enjoy the night under the stars. Make sure you check the weather and plan accordingly as it gets extremely cold at night.