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Jan 1 2012

Pine Knot Village ArtWalk – july 7-8, 2012

The 9th Annual Pine Knot Village Artwalk  is scheduled for July 7-8, 2012. More than 30 artists will exhibit work for sale on the village sidewalks. Stroll, shop, dine and unwind this all American Holiday Weekend in beautiful Big Bear Lake. Pine Knot Village is the place to get away and enjoy the arts in the San Bernardino Mountains.

New and returning artists include pottery, fine wood working, jewelery, leaded art glass, metal sculpture, painting, drawing photography, and more.

All weekend long you are invited to enjoy the art and live art demonstrations plus everything else the Village in Big Bear Lake has to offer visitors in the way of dining, shopping and entertainment.

Plan on visiting the Village this July and enjoying the Arts, the Alpine Climate and meeting some of the regions best artists and artisans at this ever popular annual event.

Our Lodging Partners: Bear Creek Resort, Fireside Lodge, Frontier Lodge, Alpine Suites in the Village, Knickerbocker Mansion Inn, Timber Haven Lodge, Wolf Creek Resort and Northwoods Resort.

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BigBearLakeArtwalk.com

Dec 8 2011

Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain, Big Bear Lake, CA

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The Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain is open all year and is Southern California’s only authentic bobsled experience.

Magic Mountain also features Go-Carts, Snow Play area with magic carpet walking lift, and an 18 hole Miniature Golf Coarse.

800 Wildrose Ln. Big Bear Lake, CA 909-866-4626

 


http://www.alpineslidebigbear.com

Nov 1 2011

Main Street Shopping Experience in the Village. Holiday Shopping in Big Bear Lake!

A truly unique shopping destination with dozens of shops offering Gifts, Decor, Art and Collectibles and lots of dining options make a complete Shopping Experience!

United Wood Craftsmen Gallery, Pine Knot Ave in the Village

The Village shopping district in Big Bear Lake CA is about 100 miles east of Newport Beach and about one hour from anywhere in the Inland Empire.
At nearly 6800 feet in elevation in an alpine forest landscape, the quaint village sits next to Big Bear Lake, in the San Bernardino Mountains and has dozens of shops to browse and find your every shopping need. Getting to Big Bear Lake by car is awe-inspiring using any of the three highways that lead in and out of the Big Bear Valley. Always check road conditions with Caltrans of the CHP before traveling in the winter months.
 
If hiking and biking is your thing, add some to your day on the many miles of off-road trails or stay on the dedicated bike routes through the mountain community. 
 
Always plenty of free parking in the Village at the  Bartlett Ave Public Parking lot or on Village Dr, at the Indian Village Parking lot behind the former Mandolin Bistro.
 
Bike Trail Maps are available at http://www.goboguides.com/  and Bear Valley Bikes.
  
With more than 60 shops and restaurants to browse and enjoy, you can definitely find what your looking for it in the Village!

Art  Gifts  Clothing  Dining

Oct 10 2010

Big Bear Lake Marinas and Boat Ramps Open April 1

Big Bear Lake Boat Ramps open for 2011 season on April 1, 2011. Check the links below for all Marina and Boat Ramp information, Hours and Boat License Fees.Big Bear Lake Boat Ramps, Rentals and Marina Services

Boat  Docks and Slips, the Miss Liberty Paddlewheel Boat Tour, Boat Rentals and Wave Runner Rentals.

400 Pine Knot Ave. Big Bear Lake, CA 909-866-6463

Launch Ramp and Lake Info

http://pineknotmarina.com

http://bigbearboating.com/

Mar 15 2010

Miss Liberty Paddlewheel Boat Tours

Paddlewheel Tour BoatDaily Tours from Pine Knot Marina in the Village.

Plan your next get-together or event aboard the Miss Liberty. Individual and group tours, twilight cruises, weddings and anniversaries and private parties.

Make your reservations now and enjoy a scenic boat tour of Big Bear Lake. Celebrity homes, China Island, the solar observatory and more. $20.00 per ticket, seniors and military $18.00, children 5 – 12 are just $12.00.

909 866-8129.

Miss Liberty Tours

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 A Skipperliner 1500 LX built in 1994 and refitted stem to stern in 2006. Modern restrooms, heated main cabin and fully shaded upper-deck will accommodate up to 125 passengers. Beer, Wine, Sodas and snacks are available in the galley.

Reservations are accepted year-round. Groups need to arrive 20-30 minutes prior to departure time.

Miss Liberty Tours

Feb 1 2010

Flying Bear Zip Lines

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BIG BEAR LAKE ZIP LINE TOURS!

Great Fun in Big Bear Lake! Zip Line Cables reaching over 100 feet in the air,  Just minutes from The Village, open all year. “Little Cubs” – Tandem Tours Available for children. All activity is facilitated by Highly Trained Guides. Individuals and any Size Groups are welcome. Reservations recommended. This is absolutely the best ziplining in all so cal!

Suiting up for the Moonlight Tour

Suiting up for the Moonlight Tour

Upper Millcreek Rd., Big Bear Lake 909-866-3260

Flying Bear Zip Lines

Mar 29 2009

Big Bear Lake Bike Trails

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Big Bear Lake has recently designated several Bike Trails for Bicyclists of every level. Bike Paths are shown on a new brochure style map available at outdoor stores like or at the City Information Center located on Bartlett Ave. in the Village.

For Big Bear Lake Bike Path Maps:

www.goboguides.com

Mar 1 2009

Summer Lodging Specials

Northwoods Resort in the Village, Big Bear Lake, CAThe Northwoods Resort in Big Bear Lake, CA offer several terrific Summer Vacation Packages tailored to guests seeking a Southern California getaway with a value added approach.

 Lodging Package Info 909-866-3121  Northwoods Resort

Jan 10 2009

Open Air Big Bear Outdoor Events

 

paddlefestBig Bear Paddlefest 2011

July 9 & 10, 2011 Fawnskin, CA 909-866-3414

Paddlefest

Team Big Bear Mountain Bike Race Series

Conquer the Bear Challenge

 

 

Check out all Big Bear Lake Outdoor events for 2011

www.openairbigbear.com/