BIG BEAR GUIDE by STŌKHAUS

Sara & Eric
BIG BEAR GUIDE by STŌKHAUS

Winter Activities

Closest snow tubing hill, also has neon night sessions. in summer, they offer a ropes course and go-karts. http://www.bigbearsnowplay.com/
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Big Bear Snow Play
42825 Big Bear Blvd
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Closest snow tubing hill, also has neon night sessions. in summer, they offer a ropes course and go-karts. http://www.bigbearsnowplay.com/
Closest ski resort to the cabin. Take the back road to get here rather than Big bear Blvd to avoid traffic. From cabin, head south on Division.
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Estación de esquí Bear Mountain
43101 Goldmine Dr
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Closest ski resort to the cabin. Take the back road to get here rather than Big bear Blvd to avoid traffic. From cabin, head south on Division.
Ski resort that is more popular with beginners and a little farther from the cabin. Leave early to get a parking spot at the base and avoid having to shuttle in from remote parking lots.
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Snow Summit Ski Resort
880 Summit Boulevard
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Ski resort that is more popular with beginners and a little farther from the cabin. Leave early to get a parking spot at the base and avoid having to shuttle in from remote parking lots.

Sightseeing & Hikes

The scenic highlights of Big Bear are best experienced by getting outside of your car and walking a bit.
Beautiful boardwalk on the east side of the lake where you'll find stunning views at sunset. Park at corner of Stanfield Cutoff and Big Bear Blvd and walk down the boardwalk and back.
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Stanfield Marsh Boardwalk
Stanfield Marsh Boardwalk
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Beautiful boardwalk on the east side of the lake where you'll find stunning views at sunset. Park at corner of Stanfield Cutoff and Big Bear Blvd and walk down the boardwalk and back.
Most scenic and popular spot on the lake. Picnic tables, gazebos, restrooms, walking paths, grassy areas for your dogs and kids to play. In the summer, you can rent kayaks nearby and launch from here.
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Parque Boulder Bay
39080 Big Bear Blvd
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Most scenic and popular spot on the lake. Picnic tables, gazebos, restrooms, walking paths, grassy areas for your dogs and kids to play. In the summer, you can rent kayaks nearby and launch from here.
Alpine Pedal Path is a lovely level path for a scenic bike ride along the north lakeshore or walk with your pup. Rent bikes at Goldsmith's or at Paddles n Peddles. http://www.yelp.com/biz/alpine-pedal-path-big-bear-city
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Alpine Pedal Path Trail 1E50
740 Stanfield Cutoff
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Alpine Pedal Path is a lovely level path for a scenic bike ride along the north lakeshore or walk with your pup. Rent bikes at Goldsmith's or at Paddles n Peddles. http://www.yelp.com/biz/alpine-pedal-path-big-bear-city
This is a popular trail with great views of the lake form the top, after you do a little boulder scrambling.
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Castle Rock Trail 1W03
Big Bear Boulevard
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This is a popular trail with great views of the lake form the top, after you do a little boulder scrambling.
Really beautiful picnic area and trailhead. The trail to the peak is 7 miles roundtrip and 1200' gain, but even a short stroll is pleasant. http://alltrails.com/trail/us/california/grays-peak-trail http://www.yelp.com/biz/grays-peak-trail-fawnskin
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Grays Peak Trail 1W06
Grays Peak Trail
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Really beautiful picnic area and trailhead. The trail to the peak is 7 miles roundtrip and 1200' gain, but even a short stroll is pleasant. http://alltrails.com/trail/us/california/grays-peak-trail http://www.yelp.com/biz/grays-peak-trail-fawnskin
We love renting a pontoon boat with a group and doing a 1 hr tour of the lake. Dog-friendly!
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Big Bear Marina
500 Paine Ct
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We love renting a pontoon boat with a group and doing a 1 hr tour of the lake. Dog-friendly!
This is a great tour for experiencing the scenic lake and learning about the local history and legends.
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Big Bear Pirate Ship
398 Edgemoor Rd
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This is a great tour for experiencing the scenic lake and learning about the local history and legends.
This hike take a minimum of 3 hours to fully enjoy, but you can do as little as you want. The real reward is when you reach the end, but at least try to get halfway to the picturesque meadow and pond surrounded by a shady forest. If interested, ask me how to shave of 1/2 mile and park for free. I know a secret shortcut...shhhh
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Pineknot Trail 1E01
Mill Creek Road
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This hike take a minimum of 3 hours to fully enjoy, but you can do as little as you want. The real reward is when you reach the end, but at least try to get halfway to the picturesque meadow and pond surrounded by a shady forest. If interested, ask me how to shave of 1/2 mile and park for free. I know a secret shortcut...shhhh
Rent a bike here and ride the Alpine Pedal Path along the north lake shore.
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Goldsmith's Sports
42071 Big Bear Blvd
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Rent a bike here and ride the Alpine Pedal Path along the north lake shore.

Nightlife

Home of the Oktoberfest in fall and venue for free live music on summer weekends. Comfort food is served here and the outdoor area is dog-friendly.
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Wyatt's Grill and Saloon
42900 Big Bear Blvd
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Home of the Oktoberfest in fall and venue for free live music on summer weekends. Comfort food is served here and the outdoor area is dog-friendly.
Karaoke every night and some of the best deals for food and beer in town!
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Murray's Saloon & Eatery
672 Cottage Ln
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Karaoke every night and some of the best deals for food and beer in town!

Family Friendly

The Alpine Zoo is a local rehab facility that takes in exotic and injured wildlife and gives them a home. Very affordable and offers daily tours and programs. https://bigbearzoo.org/
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Zoológico Alpino de Big Bear
42801 Club View Dr
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The Alpine Zoo is a local rehab facility that takes in exotic and injured wildlife and gives them a home. Very affordable and offers daily tours and programs. https://bigbearzoo.org/
Come here to see exhibits on the local plants and wildlife and to speak to rangers about local hikes and nature programs. A few trailheads start from here.
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Big Bear Discovery Center
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Come here to see exhibits on the local plants and wildlife and to speak to rangers about local hikes and nature programs. A few trailheads start from here.
Fun activity for adults and kids alike with beautiful views of the lake. Weather permitting.
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Tobogán Alpino de Magic Mountain
800 Wildrose Ln
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Fun activity for adults and kids alike with beautiful views of the lake. Weather permitting.

Neighborhoods

Quaint downtown district of Big Bear Lake, with many shops and restaurants.
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Village Drive
Village Drive
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Quaint downtown district of Big Bear Lake, with many shops and restaurants.

Food scene

Walking distance from cabin, get here in the morning before they sell out of delicious home made pies! Sold by the slice or whole.
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Pickles Pie Shop
829 W Big Bear Blvd
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Walking distance from cabin, get here in the morning before they sell out of delicious home made pies! Sold by the slice or whole.
New larger location in the Village, with the most spirited customer service in town! They serve breakfast and lunch and have amazing hawaiian style bowls and smoothies. I love their Tropical Gangster smoothie with Tajin (aka "El Tropo")! Must try.
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Big Bear Local
40616 Village Dr
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New larger location in the Village, with the most spirited customer service in town! They serve breakfast and lunch and have amazing hawaiian style bowls and smoothies. I love their Tropical Gangster smoothie with Tajin (aka "El Tropo")! Must try.
Authentic Mexican food, with patio seating and a killer green salsa. Dog friendly! http://www.aztecabigbear.com/
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Azteca Grill Mexican Restaurant
40199 Big Bear Boulevard
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Authentic Mexican food, with patio seating and a killer green salsa. Dog friendly! http://www.aztecabigbear.com/
Trendy menu, hip outdoor lounge has firepits, heaters, comfy furniture, and live music. Unfortunately the pet-friendly section is segregated to the front porch and lacks all the cozy features of the main patio.
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572 Social kitchen & lounge
572 Pine Knot Ave
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Trendy menu, hip outdoor lounge has firepits, heaters, comfy furniture, and live music. Unfortunately the pet-friendly section is segregated to the front porch and lacks all the cozy features of the main patio.
Fancy coffee shop in The Village has some very nice ambiance, specialty brews, baked goods, and kitchen gadgetry. Outdoor section is really nice with fire pits. Decorated beautifully inside and out.
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The Copper Q
645 Pine Knot Ave
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Fancy coffee shop in The Village has some very nice ambiance, specialty brews, baked goods, and kitchen gadgetry. Outdoor section is really nice with fire pits. Decorated beautifully inside and out.
Old fashioned candy maker in the Village! It doesn't matter how snowy it is outside, you kinda have to come here for an ice cream cone or a brick of fudge.
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North Pole Fudge and Ice Cream Co
618 Pine Knot Ave
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Old fashioned candy maker in the Village! It doesn't matter how snowy it is outside, you kinda have to come here for an ice cream cone or a brick of fudge.
This popular new restaurant is housed in the most beautiful Bavarian style chalet building. Make a reservation for weekends and holidays! A perfect location for a fancy dinner or special occasion. My favorite menu item is the chicken cordon bleu! Live jazz is played on the patio in the summer.
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Oakside
40701 Village Dr
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This popular new restaurant is housed in the most beautiful Bavarian style chalet building. Make a reservation for weekends and holidays! A perfect location for a fancy dinner or special occasion. My favorite menu item is the chicken cordon bleu! Live jazz is played on the patio in the summer.
They have excellent donuts near the cabin, vegan ones too! Fresh croissants, the biggest pineapple fritters you've ever seen, and kombucha on tap! On Sunday nights, they serve tacos.
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Dank Donuts
42612 Moonridge Rd
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They have excellent donuts near the cabin, vegan ones too! Fresh croissants, the biggest pineapple fritters you've ever seen, and kombucha on tap! On Sunday nights, they serve tacos.
Great German sausages and deli meats, sauerkraut, potato salad, and beer!
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The Old German Deli
40645 Village Dr
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Great German sausages and deli meats, sauerkraut, potato salad, and beer!
Homemade Bolivian food made with love! We love the fricase, churrasco, and avocado salad!
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Gaby's Latin Flavors
41618 Big Bear Blvd
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Homemade Bolivian food made with love! We love the fricase, churrasco, and avocado salad!
Delicious acai bowls and smoothies with fresh ingredients. Perfect for a hot summer day!
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Juice Factory
42173 1/2 Big Bear Blvd
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Delicious acai bowls and smoothies with fresh ingredients. Perfect for a hot summer day!
Breakfast and lunch spot within walking distance or a short drive. Outdoor patio is dog-friendly.
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Lumberjack Cafe
1001 W Big Bear Blvd
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Breakfast and lunch spot within walking distance or a short drive. Outdoor patio is dog-friendly.
Lunch spot for burgers and fries with plenty of outdoor seating and minimal indoor seating.
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Broadway Cafe
1117 W Big Bear Blvd
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Lunch spot for burgers and fries with plenty of outdoor seating and minimal indoor seating.
Fine dining, friendly service.
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Peppercorn Grille
553 Pine Knot Ave
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Fine dining, friendly service.

Essentials

Grocery shopping, sometimes long lines on weekends
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Vons
42170 Big Bear Blvd
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Grocery shopping, sometimes long lines on weekends
Cheaper groceries than Von’s generally (and shorter checkout lines)
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Stater Bros. Markets
42171 Big Bear Blvd
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Cheaper groceries than Von’s generally (and shorter checkout lines)
In case you forgot something!
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Dollar Tree
42168 Big Bear Blvd
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In case you forgot something!
Friendly neighborhood hardware and general store where you can find sleds, firewood, and other miscellaneous items you may need.
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DIY Home Center
42146 Big Bear Blvd
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Friendly neighborhood hardware and general store where you can find sleds, firewood, and other miscellaneous items you may need.