If you ask ChatGPT where to hike near Crestline, California, she’ll immediately try to send you to Big Bear Lake—which is great… if you feel like driving over an hour just to go for a walk in the woods. But if you’re staying in Crestline or around Lake Gregory, chances are you’re looking for hikes …
On a hot summer evening in Big Bear Lake, I was in no mood to cook dinner and make our cabin even warmer than it already was. It was Father’s Day 2025. I love my boyfriend very much, but not enough to turn our oven on in June. My boyfriend may really miss the spicy …
Help. There’s a Snowstorm Coming to Big Bear Lake. Big Bear Lake, California, is magical during a snowstorm. It’s the kind of powdery Hallmark postcard scene that makes you want to sip cocoa and post inspirational captions about winter wonderlands. The Big Bear Lake winter storm season, when there is a massive winter event predicted, …
Escaping the Concrete Pitch: Why World Cup Fans in Los Angeles Should Flee to Big Bear Lake. Things to do near Los Angeles World Cup 2026 If you’re flying halfway around the world to watch football’s biggest tournament kick off in Los Angeles for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, first of all — bravo. That’s …
If you’ve spent more than seven minutes in Big Bear Lake, someone has already recommended Castle Rock Trail to you. And for good reason—it’s easily the most popular hike in the valley and comes with some of the best lake views this mountain town has to offer. Most visitors huff and puff their way up …




