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

Big Bear Lake travel guide

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With a population of 5.019, Big Bear Lake is a must-see destination in California, United States. Consider staying at least one whole day in Big Bear Lake to see all of its attractions.

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When to visit Big Bear Lake

Big Bear Lake in April
Estimated hotel price
AED 546
1 night at 3-star hotel
Big Bear Lake in April
Estimated hotel price
AED 546
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 Dubai and takes around 16h 20m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Big Bear Lake, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Big Bear Lake to Santa Barbara takes 3h 00m and costs around AED 114 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Budapest, expect to pay about AED 11,609 for a 29h 25m 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 Dollar 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 Dubai and takes around 16h 20m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Big Bear Lake, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Big Bear Lake to Santa Barbara takes 3h 00m and costs around AED 114 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Budapest, expect to pay about AED 11,609 for a 29h 25m 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 Dollar 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

Lufthansa
Good (7,029 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,333 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,809 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,582 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,919 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,776 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,686 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,443 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,685 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,206 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,560 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (345 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,195 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,345 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,066 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,272 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,919 reviews)
TAP Portugal
Good (1,846 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,202 reviews)
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Where to stay in Big Bear Lake

Average rates range from around AED 952 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 782 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hillcrest Lodge and Ith Big Bear Lake Hostel & Retreat Center.

Where to stay in popular areas of Big Bear Lake

Most booked hotels in Big Bear Lake

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Chateau Big Bear Boutique Hotel, BW Signature Collection
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
AED 466+
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Robinhood Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
AED 502+
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Holiday Inn Resort The Lodge At Big Bear Lake
3 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
AED 396+
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Motel 6 Big Bear
2 stars
Good (6.5, Good reviews)
AED 353+
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Big Bear Lakefront Lodge
2 stars
Good (6.4, Good reviews)
AED 374+
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Hiring a car in Big Bear Lake

Expect to pay AED 3.31 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 39.67 and AED 52.89. Standard (Toyota Tacoma or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Big Bear Lake, while also 31% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay AED 3.31 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 39.67 and AED 52.89. Standard (Toyota Tacoma or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Big Bear Lake, while also 31% cheaper than other types, on average.

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