Field Guide
Food scene
Higher Grounds - This is a 4 min drive into town. The staff is nice, the
cold brew is strong and all the pastries are made fresh daily.
Closed on Sundays : (
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Higher Grounds Coffee House
23776 Lake DrHigher Grounds - This is a 4 min drive into town. The staff is nice, the
cold brew is strong and all the pastries are made fresh daily.
Closed on Sundays : (
Crestline Cafe - If you want a real mountain breakfast, this is the spot.
It’s always warm and the biscuits and gravy are legit.
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Crestline Cafe
23943 Lake DrCrestline Cafe - If you want a real mountain breakfast, this is the spot.
It’s always warm and the biscuits and gravy are legit.
This is a short, scenic drive up to Lake
Arrowhead Village. 28 rotating taps, bratwurst, burgers, tater tots, lakeside views and dog-friendly porch. Check out the Pendleton outlet just a few doors down!
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The Lakefront Tap Room Bar and Kitchen
28200 CA-189This is a short, scenic drive up to Lake
Arrowhead Village. 28 rotating taps, bratwurst, burgers, tater tots, lakeside views and dog-friendly porch. Check out the Pendleton outlet just a few doors down!
Hortencia’s at the cliff hanger - This is traditional SoCal Mexican
complete with giant Micheladas and Margaritas. What really makes this
place special is the view, the restaurant literally hangs over the mountain overlooking the entire San Bernardino Basin. We love it at sunset or just after it snows!
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Hortencia's at the Cliffhanger
25187 CA-18Hortencia’s at the cliff hanger - This is traditional SoCal Mexican
complete with giant Micheladas and Margaritas. What really makes this
place special is the view, the restaurant literally hangs over the mountain overlooking the entire San Bernardino Basin. We love it at sunset or just after it snows!
Finer fare and drink in a historic wood cabin.
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The Grill At Antlers Inn
26125 CA-189Finer fare and drink in a historic wood cabin.
A true mountain dive with generous pours, cold beer, a big porch and karaoke most nights.
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Bear Claw Saloon
24087 Lake DrA true mountain dive with generous pours, cold beer, a big porch and karaoke most nights.
Stockade
23881 Lake DrStiff drinks and extraordinary BBQ on weekends!
Super yummy baked goods, breakfast, lunch, and coffee!
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LuluBelle's Coffee House and Bakery
31621 Pleasant DrSuper yummy baked goods, breakfast, lunch, and coffee!
lake arrowhead brewing company
329 VillaBest micro brew on the mountain.
Road House Pizza
565 Forest Shade RdGreat pizza and they deliver in the snow!
Stone Creek Bistro
26824 CA-189a local original serving amazing beer and small bites.
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Three Marm Brewing Co
23555 Knapps Cutoffa local original serving amazing beer and small bites.
Soak up the lake from huge bay windows with a full bar, and great food.
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Jetties Waterfront - Kitchen & Drink
28200 California 189Soak up the lake from huge bay windows with a full bar, and great food.
Sightseeing
Our favorite places on the mountain.
Hiking trails, swimming, fishing, boating, and water park in summer!
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Big Bear Lake
Hiking trails, swimming, fishing, boating, and water park in summer!
Lake Gregory Recreation area and Waterpark is the perfect spot to post up at the beach, fish, or make a splash in the water park!
Visit LakeGregoryRecreation.com to learn more about renting cabanas, boating, fishing and summer events!
Stock up on snacks and drinks or stop in for ice cream across the street at Goodwin's. There’s also a summer concert series and farmer’s market every Friday late May-August! Don't miss the Duck Derby in April :)
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Lake Gregory Regional Park
24171 Lake DrLake Gregory Recreation area and Waterpark is the perfect spot to post up at the beach, fish, or make a splash in the water park!
Visit LakeGregoryRecreation.com to learn more about renting cabanas, boating, fishing and summer events!
Stock up on snacks and drinks or stop in for ice cream across the street at Goodwin's. There’s also a summer concert series and farmer’s market every Friday late May-August! Don't miss the Duck Derby in April :)
Lake Arrowhead Village
28200 CA-189Shops, food, and beautiful views!
A short educational loop and picnic area where you can observe and learn about local trees and plant life.
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Heaps Peak Arboretum Day Use Area
29358 Rim of the World HwyA short educational loop and picnic area where you can observe and learn about local trees and plant life.
This beauty is along highway 139, on your way down the north side of the mountain.
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Silverwood Lake
This beauty is along highway 139, on your way down the north side of the mountain.
Shop
Shop local!
Fort Gregory Outdoor Company
23449 Crest Forest DrNeat tactical gear and cool stickers.
Beautiful selection of local wares and crafts.
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Hearth & Sage General Store
23443 Crest Forest DrBeautiful selection of local wares and crafts.
Mystic Mountain Music Records & Thrift
23830 Lake DrVintage gems and vinyl.
ENCOMPASS
23775 Lake DrWell curated vintage treasures.
Super cool, one of a kind, mountain finds on your way to Santa's Village.
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BaseCamp
28626 CA-18Super cool, one of a kind, mountain finds on your way to Santa's Village.
Amazing vintage selection and one of a kind crafts.
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Evergreen Curated Goods
28626 CA-18Amazing vintage selection and one of a kind crafts.
Stock up for warmer winter nights and cooler summer days at this mountain gem!
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Littlebear Bottleshop
28578 CA-18Stock up for warmer winter nights and cooler summer days at this mountain gem!
Hike
Check alltrails.com for accessibility and trailhead information.
Everyone's favorite local trail for all ability levels.
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Sentiero Heart Rock
Heart Rock TrailEveryone's favorite local trail for all ability levels.
Strawberry Peak Lookout
1029 Strawberry Lookout RdBreathtaking views.
Aztec Falls
Pacific Crest National Scenic TrailOpen for swimming in spring and summer.
Strawberry Peak Trailhead
Strawberry Peak TrailThis trail is rated as hard but well worth it.
Our local Lake Gregory loop with dog-friendly trails, fishing, San Moritz Lodge, Goodwin's Grocery, and Lake Gregory Dog Park
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Lake Gregory Dog Park
Our local Lake Gregory loop with dog-friendly trails, fishing, San Moritz Lodge, Goodwin's Grocery, and Lake Gregory Dog Park
Castle Rock Trail 1W03
Big Bear BoulevardA beautiful hike near Big Bear
Deep Creek Hot Springs Campground
5900 Bowen Ranch RdAccessible late spring through early fall.
Activities
Rim Bowling & Entertainment Center
23991 Lake DrNorth Pole-themed outdoor adventure park
with restaurants and shops in a historic log cabin.
Enjoy biking, hiking, fishing, archery, zip-lining and climbing!
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SkyPark al villaggio di Babbo Natale
28950 CA-18North Pole-themed outdoor adventure park
with restaurants and shops in a historic log cabin.
Enjoy biking, hiking, fishing, archery, zip-lining and climbing!
Lake Mud Pottery
23382 Lake DrGo wild at this local animal rehab and conservatory.
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Zoo Alpino del Grande Orso
42801 Club View DrGo wild at this local animal rehab and conservatory.
Big Bear Solar Observatory
40386 N Shore LnA true mountain gem.
The Mountain History Museum
27176 Peninsula DrMust-visit historic site.
Big Bear Visitor Center
40824 Big Bear BlvdSnow
Double-check road conditions before heading out on your adventure.
Snow Summit
880 Summit BlvdMountain High Resort
24510 CA-2Parco di tubing sulla neve Snowdrift
34600 CA-18Grizzly Ridge Tube Park
880 Summit BlvdSnow for the whole family.
Groceries
This is our favorite stop before a day on Lake Gregory. Hot food, deli, dry-aged meats, general store, hand-dipped chocolates, and ice cream fountain!
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Goodwin & Sons Market
24089 Lake Gregory DrThis is our favorite stop before a day on Lake Gregory. Hot food, deli, dry-aged meats, general store, hand-dipped chocolates, and ice cream fountain!
7-Eleven
298 Holiday DrLate night convenience.