Big Bear Lake

Facility · California ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

San Bernardino National Forest (NF) · Open Access

6,792 ft
Elevation

One of the best places to view wildlife in Big Bear is at the Stanfield Cut-off, the causeway that crosses the eastern portion of Big Bear Lake. In winter, watch for bald eagles. Call the Big Bear Discovery Center for bald eagle count, 909-382-2790. All year watch for white pelicans, coots, great blue herons, and mergansers.

Fishing information: Rainbow trout is planted 3 times per month spring through fall. A fishing license is required for 16 years and over.

Getting there

34.24422, -116.97528 · 34°14'39.2"N 116°58'31.0"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in3.43.52.20.70.50.10.70.30.40.51.32.5

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 2.8 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Big Bear Lake

Can you reserve a site at Big Bear Lake?
No. Big Bear Lake is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.

Camping near Big Bear Lake

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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