Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Big Bear Lake travel guide

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You're Going to Love Big Bear Lake

With a population of 5.019, Big Bear Lake is a must-see destination in California, United States.

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Where to Eat in Big Bear Lake

If you’re looking for affordable options, Peppercorn Grille (553 Pine Knot Ave.) and Sweet Basil Bistro (40629 Big Bear Lake Blvd) are great picks.

When to visit Big Bear Lake

Big Bear Lake in September
Estimated hotel price
AED 663
1 night at 3-star hotel
Big Bear Lake in September
Estimated hotel price
AED 663
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Big Bear Lake in July, when the average temperature is 18 °C, and the highest can go up to 27 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -7 °C, with an average temperature of 1 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 118 mm. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Big Bear Lake, with an average rainfall of 4 mm.

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How to Get to Big Bear Lake

Plane

Although Big Bear Lake doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Ontario Airport (ONT), which is located 66 km from Big Bear Lake. The shortest flight to Big Bear Lake from the United Arab Emirates departs from Abu Dhabi and takes around 19h 30m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Big Bear Lake. The train journey from Big Bear Lake to San Diego takes 2h 56m and costs around AED 132 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from San Luis Obispo, expect to pay about AED 198 for a 5h 32m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Big Bear Lake is to pick up a car hire from Los Angeles, which is about 131 km from Big Bear Lake. You’ll find branches of Alamo and Budget, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

Although Big Bear Lake doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Ontario Airport (ONT), which is located 66 km from Big Bear Lake. The shortest flight to Big Bear Lake from the United Arab Emirates departs from Abu Dhabi and takes around 19h 30m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Big Bear Lake. The train journey from Big Bear Lake to San Diego takes 2h 56m and costs around AED 132 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from San Luis Obispo, expect to pay about AED 198 for a 5h 32m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Big Bear Lake is to pick up a car hire from Los Angeles, which is about 131 km from Big Bear Lake. You’ll find branches of Alamo and Budget, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Big Bear Lake

LAXLos Angeles
ONTOntario
SNASanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Airlines serving Big Bear Lake

KLM
Good (1,442 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,736 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,690 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,085 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,198 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,855 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,094 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,188 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,721 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,524 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,485 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (894 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,644 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,658 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,374 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,140 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,351 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,174 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,434 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (382 reviews)
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Where to stay in Big Bear Lake

Average rates range from around AED 1,023 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 1,357 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Ith Big Bear Lake Hostel & Lodge and Fireside Lodge.

Where to stay in popular areas of Big Bear Lake

Most booked hotels in Big Bear Lake

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Vintage Lakeside Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
AED 327+
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Chateau Big Bear Boutique Hotel, BW Signature Collection
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
AED 532+
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Big Bear Frontier
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
AED 477+
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Holiday Inn Resort The Lodge At Big Bear Lake By IHG
3 stars
Good (6.8, Good reviews)
AED 474+
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Motel 6 Big Bear
2 stars
Good (6.5, Good reviews)
AED 283+
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Hiring a car in Big Bear Lake

Expect to pay AED 3.05 per litre in Big Bear Lake (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between AED 36.58 and AED 48.77. Compact (Chevrolet Equinox or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Big Bear Lake, while also 21% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay AED 3.05 per litre in Big Bear Lake (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between AED 36.58 and AED 48.77. Compact (Chevrolet Equinox or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Big Bear Lake, while also 21% cheaper than other types, on average.