Free & Cheap Things to Do in Big Bear Lake, CA

  • The list below includes 90 free or cheap things to do in or near Big Bear Lake, California, including 93 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Fishing, Hiking Trails and Marinas.
  • From Castle Rock Trail to Boulder Bay Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Big Bear Lake and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Redlands, San Bernardino, Yucaipa and Apple Valley.
  • The list below includes 90 free or cheap things to do in or near Big Bear Lake, California, including 93 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Fishing, Hiking Trails and Marinas.
  • From Castle Rock Trail to Boulder Bay Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Big Bear Lake and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Redlands, San Bernardino, Yucaipa and Apple Valley.
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Award-winning Johnny Cash tribute act endorsed by JohnnyCash.com delivers a rousing set of the country icon’s greatest hits
1.8 Miles
79% 58 votes
Marinas 603 Landlock Landing Road, Big Bear Lake, CA 92314 MoreLess Info
The Pleasure Point Marina is a public marina that rents out pedal boats, wave runners, kayaks and canoes, and fishing charters. The marina also has pontoon boats available for rent.
0.4 Miles
67% 49 votes
Marinas 500 Paine Ct, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 MoreLess Info
Big Bear Marina is a public marina that rents out fishing boats and pontoon boats that can accommodate up to 12 people at a time. The company sits next to Big Bear Lake, which stretches 7-miles in length.
1.7 Miles
71% 14 votes
Mini Golf 42143 Big Bear Blvd, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 MoreLess Info
Big Bear's Hot Shot Miniature Golf is an 18 hole miniature golf course that features a variety of different layouts, obstacles, and challenges. The course offers cosmic golf at night, and has a batting cage.
0.1 Miles
100% 27 votes
Fishing 400 Pine Knot Avenue, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 MoreLess Info
Servicing the Big Bear Lake area, Cantrell Guide Service leads fishing excursions where visitors can catch fish like trout and bass. The trip takes place on a 24' pontoon boat and the guide provides all the necessary gear for fishing.
2.4 Miles
100% 22 votes
Fishing Captain John's Fawn Harbor & Marina, 39369 N Shore Drive, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 MoreLess Info
Located at Captain John's Fawn Harbor & Marina, Lucky Bear Fishing Charters is a business offering guided fishing trips to its customers. Visitors enjoy catching trout and learning about the local area from the experienced captains during the trips.
0.3 Miles
68% 112 votes
Bowling 40625 Lakeview Dr, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 MoreLess Info
The Bowling Barn is a 16-lane bowling facility that is located, as the name suggests, within a barn. The site also features a sports bar and a video game arcade for guests who are interested in other activities.
0.7 Miles
71% 153 votes
Go Karts 800 Wildrose Ln, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 MoreLess Info
Open in both the warmer and cooler months, Alpine Slide At Magic Mountain provides visitors with a fun and memorable bobsled experience. Guests are chairlifted to the top of the slide and slide down the exciting quarter mile track.
0.6 Miles
100% 2 votes
Fishing 40375 Big Bear Blvd, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 MoreLess Info
Fishing enthusiasts can enjoy three hours of lake time aboard tournament style bass boats or pontoons (for catching rainbow trout) with licensed, experienced guides through Big Bear Charter Fishing. Drinks, snacks and all fishing gear are provided.
0.3 Miles
56% 18 votes
Movie Theaters 40789 Village Drive, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 MoreLess Info
Village Theaters is small 3 screen movie theater that features digital projection and sound along with plush high-back seating. The theater offers a special Family Fun Day promotion on Tuesdays with discounted tickets and concessions.
0.3 Miles
68% 19 votes
Pirate Tours 40729 Villge Drive, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 MoreLess Info
The Big Bear Pirate Ship is a 1/3 scale replica of a Spanish Galleon ship located within the Big Bear Lake. When visiting, guests commonly enjoy taking guided tours on the ship led by authentic pirates/ship captains.
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