Village Reservation Services Blog

Top 5 Summer Activities in Big Bear Looking for some last minute summer activities for you and the family but not sure where to go? We’ve got you covered! 1. Marinas in Big Bear Lake Big Bear Lake is one of the best key places to enjoy your summer day, so why not include any water sports? Pine Knot Marina and Big Bear Marina are just two of the many...

The view from the Butler Peak Fire Lookout Station is nothing short of amazing. It boasts incredible 360° views – including views of Big Bear Valley, Big Bear Lake, Lake Arrowhead, Apple Valley, San Gorgonio Peak, and the Inland Empire. The elevation is 8500 ft! It has been said that on a clear day, you can see all the way to Catalina Island from Butler Peak. The drive to Butler...

The 27th Annual Classic Car Show & Fun Run in Big Bear was as big a success as ever! More than 500 beautifully restored classic cars were on display in the Village this past weekend. Thousands of fans and car enthusiasts took to the Village to see the variety of cars all built prior to 1975. The Fun Run Cruise on Saturday went West from the Village entrance on Highway...

With the expected heavy winter coming, Caltrans is going to be working hard during the next couple weeks to make sure that the roads coming up the mountain are ready for not only the rough weather ahead, but also the heavy flow of traffic that is expected to hit the highway this winter. Starting this week and going through October 29th, Caltrans is working from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m....

Big Bear is stunningly beautiful in the fall and a great location to spend a weekend, especially during Halloween. There are plenty of events and activities for all ages to enjoy. Be sure to check out some of our favorites: Scarecrow Festival Big Bear’s second annual Scarecrow Festival runs until November 8, featuring dozens of different types of scarecrows on display throughout the village. To make things even more interesting,...

Looking for some great restaurant recommendations in Big Bear? Look no further! Here are our top 5 restaurants in Big Bear. Knickerbocker Mansion & Bistro 869 Knickerbocker Road (909) 878-9190 The interior of the Knickerbocker Mansion is warm, cozy and historic. While the feeling is much more elegant than when the Knickerbocker family made it their home, our Big Bear Lake lodge still has the original rustic charm and ambiance...

Southern California’s #1 Oktoberfest turns 45 and the celebration promises to be one of our best yet! The 45th Annual Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest is back! Running Saturdays and Sundays from September 12 through October 31 at the Big Bear Lake Convention Center the even is unlike any other in Southern California. From noon to midnight on Saturday and noon to 5:30 pm on Sundays enjoy German celebration at it’s...

Five Must Do Winter Activities in Big Bear It’s close to that time of year again! Christmas and the Holidays are just around the corner and will be upon us before we know it! So let’s get up to Big Bear and enjoy everything it has to offer! There‘s no shortage of exciting activities and events during the winter in Big Bear. Here are our 5 must do winter activities...

Visitors to Big Bear love to explore and have fun in nature. Whether you’re looking for something calm and relaxing or a high octane rush, there’s something for everyone! Here are some of the top fall activities in Big Bear that are sure to offer a great time for everyone! Scenic Sky Chair The view of Big Bear Lake from the top of the Big Bear mountains is beautiful all...