Big Bear Lake Activities: Tours & Experiences

Experience a Snowy Adventure with a local guide in Big Bear Lake, California Join me—Big Bear Lake’s local Snow Sherpa—for an unforgettable snow day in the mountains! What’s Included: Fresh coffee with a splash of Baileys (for the adults!) Snowball makers & a snowman-building kit Expert local guidance to the best, snow-covered locations A pet-friendly experience—yes, dogs can be off-leash! What to Bring: Please bring your own sleds, as they tend to break easily. Also, snow clothes, gloves, sunscreen & sunglasses are recommended. Each snow day is tailored to your group’s interests—Sledding fun, snowball fights, building snowmen even a light winter hike. As a local guide, I’ll also show you: Where to park safely and legally (to avoid expensive tickets) The best hidden snow spots—even when snow seems scarce in town Group or Private Bookings Available: This is a small-group experience (max 10 people) and may include other families. For private tours, please reach out directly via email.

Come walk with me in the snow in Big Bear Lake's winter wonderland. Snowshoe tours are available from December through March. This is Big Bear Lakes' only snowshoe tour with a professional hiking guide. I have over 20 years of experience snowshoeing all the best trails in Big Bear Lake. When you book, kindly let me know if you would like to do an easy or moderate snowshoe hike. I have many different trails to choose from that are perfect for guests of all ages. Even when it seems like there is no snow anywhere in the Big Bear Valley, as a Big Bear local I always know where there are snowy trails for snow hiking or snowshoeing.

Bluff Lake is a hidden Big Bear secret. It's one of the most gorgeous areas in Big Bear Lake. So many people who are Big Bear locals don't even know it's here, hidden away three miles up a remote dirt road! Traveling to this hidden wilderness lake with a local tour guide is a great way to see some of Big Bear Lake's most secret beautiful hiking areas. I will pick up your group in my Jeep and drive your group up the forest road, telling you about the plants we see along the way and the interesting history of the Big Bear Valley. Once we reach the Bluff Lake Reserve we will go for one of the most scenic hikes in Big Bear Lake. This hike is stroller-friendly for those who wish to bring a stroller for young children.

Take a break from the hustle & bustle of the cities with Big Bear's original picnic queen. Enjoy our gourmet picnic snack lunch in a scenic locals secret location in the forest. Your picnic guru will pick your group up in her Jeep SUV & drive your group up the dirt forest road to one of the most scenic locations in Big Bear Lake. This is a perfect location for all those Insta worthy photos. Our Big Bear Lake picnic pros will take as many scenic photos of your group as you would like. Your guide will hang out with your group & enthrall you with tales of the history of the Big Bear Valley & then leave you your privacy as you enjoy a casual lunch in nature at one of the most scenic hidden gems in Big Bear. Menu items are seasonal and a menu will be provided when you book with choices. Whether you are a couple or friends & or family, this activity is full of great sights, delicious food & quality time with each other in the wilderness. We are Big Bear's only stylish pop-up picnic gurus.

This is really a local's favorite hike in Big Bear that goes to one of the least known scenic lake viewpoints in Big Bear. What is the best time to do after a sweaty summertime hike? Swim off a dock in the beautiful Big Bear Lake Harbor! The lake water is actually warmer to swim here than in the middle of the lake. One thing a lot of travelers don't know, if you rent a boat on Big Bear Lake (Very pricy) you can not swim off the rental boats. This is a great summertime experience after a hike on a hot day to get to cool off in alpine Big Bear Lake If my guests would like to picnic off the boat afterwards they can bring lunch, beer, drinks. I will bring an ice chest for them to put their lunch in while we are hiking. I will even walk to a nearby fantastic restaurant in the village (As a foodie, I know all the best restaurants in Big Bear) & pickup to-go lunches for my hikers to enjoy on the boat after the hike if requested (For this service, hikers must Venmo me to pay for their meals)