Big Bear Mountain Biking :
Forest service roads make for some of the best mountain biking anywhere. There is no end to the possibilities for mountain biking in Big Bear. Drive into the forest, park the car, unload the bike and take off uphill or go to the .If you want a less rugged experience, the Snow Summit Scenic Sky Chair is open on weekends beginning in May. The chair lift takes you and your bike to the top of the mountain and you ride downhill back to the ski area or into the village. Another beautiful and easy public biking trial is the Alpine Pedal Path. A 3 ½-mile round trip path that runs along the north shore of Big Bear lake, this paved trail with gentle hills travels through meadows, over streams and then through Juniper and Jeffrey Pine forest. One of the best places in the valley from which to view the Lake, this path is highly recommended for bikers and walkers
Water Sports and Boating :
Water Sports and Boating: Big Bear Lake has pontoon boating, power boating or sailing, sailboarding, windsurfing, water skiing or jet skiing. Kayaking and canoeing are also available. Several marines are located on the lakes 23 miles of shoreline, should you wish to rent boats and equipment. Marinas are open spring, summer and autumn. Located right on the lake, Meadow Park provides a swim beach area. There's also shaded picnic areas, barbecues, horseshoe pits, tennis courts, playground equipment, softball fields, and a sand volleyball court.
Ski:
Snow Summit and Bear Mountain Resort are two of Southern California premier ski resorts. Downhill and Cross Country Skiing, Combined they offer 75 trails, 20 lifts, four high-speed chairs, and seven snowboard parks for all levels of skill. Lift tickets are interchangeable. Enjoy the view of the ski slopes from the hot tub after a long day skiing or snowboarding.
