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3-Day Big Bear Lake itinerary guide

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Big Bear Lake — Big Bear Lake, California (cabin deck) - panoramio

Top stops to prioritize

  • Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain
  • North Pole Fudge
  • Ice Cream Co
  • Big Bear Alpine Zoo
  • Fat Tony's Grind & Grill Cafe (CLOSED)
  • Teddy Bear Restaurant
  • Peppercorn Grille
  • Big Bear Marina

Day 1: Most popular attractions

For day 1, we strategically grouped the most popular attraction, Big Bear Alpine Zoo, with surrounding point of interests to start your trip off with a bang.

  • Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain
  • Big Bear Marina
  • Tropicali
  • Saucy Mama's Pizzeria
  • Murray's Saloon & Eatery

Day 2: South side of town

For day 2, we recommend exploring the south side side of town.

  • Big Bear Alpine Zoo
  • Bear Mountain Ski Resort
  • Big Bear Off Road Experience
  • Snow Summit

Day 3: Off the beaten path

For day 3, if you don’t mind the extra trek, today covers more off the beaten path places like The Village Shops and Courtyard.

  • Teddy Bear Restaurant
  • Big Bear Lake Brewing Company
  • The Village Shops and Courtyard
  • Rotary Pine Knot Park
  • Grizzly Manor Cafe

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