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Page 14—June 2020RecreationGuideAction ToursZip through the trees on nine ziplines.Segway along Village streets, discoveringBig Bear history at the same time on a mostunique tour and ride. Learn tree rope climbingskills like rappelling from certifiedinstructors or seasonally snowshoe throughthe forest. (909) 866-0390.Alpine SlideShoot down a tobogan-style ride at MagicMountain, as a hand lever allows you tocontrol the speed. After an exhileratingrun, ride the chairlift back to the top formore fun. $7/ride, 5-ride books $30. There’salso a snowplay area with Magic Carpetuphill ride, plus miniature golf, Go-Karts,Soaring Eagle, family-priced snack bar,video games. Open weekends only till June13, then daily. Big Bear Blvd., 1/4 milewest of the Village. (909) 866-4626.Big Bear SpeedwaySoki Kart racing cwith timed heats andauthentic track experience. Reach speedsup to 30 mph while negotiating hairpinturns and straightaways on the Grand Prixstylecourse. Double Karts allow youngerriders to go to. $20 on first visit includeslicense valid one year, head sock and race($25 double Kart). Weekends till June 13,then daily. Big Bear Snow Play next toMotel 6. (909) 585-0075.THE ALMANACBike RentalsBear Valley Bikes across from AlpineSlide has a variety of bike rentals. Frontsuspension $10/hour, $30/4 hours, $40/allday. Full suspension $20/hour, $50/4 hours,$70/all day. Full suspension demo $25/hour, $60/4 hours, $85/all day. 40298 BigBear Blvd. Call (909) 866-8000.Goldsmiths Pedego Electric Bike Shophas a variety of electric bike rentals, 42071Big Bear Blvd. (909) 866-2728.Boat Tours“Big Bear Queen” sails daily from BigBear Marina including the lake’s most guaranteeddaily tours and its most experiencedcaptain, Chris Bellows. 2 p.m. tour goesout regardless of passenger count everyday and Saturday noon and 4 p.m., Sundayat noon are guaranteed too. Adults $22,seniors/military $20, 12 and under $15, 3and under free. Bring your favorite beveragesand snacks. (909) 866-3218.Pirate Ship Lake Tours aboard newlyrefurbished “Time Bandit,” a one-thirdscale replica of a 1600’s galleon that appearedin the movie of the same name, saildaily from Holloway’s Marina...completewith canon fire! Full bar with beer, wineand cocktails. Fares $24, $16 ages 12 andunder, lap child free. (909) 878-4040.“Miss Liberty” paddlewheeler with enclosed,heated deck and snack bar, leavesPine Knot Landing for scenic tours of BigBear Lake. View the homes of celebrities,solar observatory, and much more. $23,$20 senior/military, $14 ages 3-12, fourand under free. (909) 866-8129.Big Bear TodayRecreation • Dining • Nightlife • And MoreRoad Conditions: (800) 427-ROAD quickmap.dot.ca.govBeat the heat on a waverunner from Get Wet Water Sports. Call (909) 878-4FUNCaptain John’s Lake Cruise is a moreintimate cruise aboard eco-friendlyDuffield Whisper Drive electric boat“Serena” or “Rose Bud” once owned byShirley Jones and Marty Ingels. Sail withCaptain John and learn about the lake includingintimate knowledge of the ChinaHouse and bald eagles. Fridays, Saturdaysand Sundays at noon, 2 and 4 p.m. $20, 12and under $12. (909) 866-6478.BowlingThe Bowling Barn offers new lanes withautomated scoring for bowling enjoyment.Also arcade games and full-service cocktaillounge with pool. Glow Bowling afterdark with black lights, sounds. Bowl 3games for the price of 2 with coupon in thisissue. Open daily. 40625 Big Bear Blvd.(enter on Bonanza) Ckised at press timefor COVID-19; call (909) 878-BOWL.FishingCatch some fun with Big Bear CharterFishing on a 22' fully loaded, super com-Continued on page 15
Big Bear Today June 2020—Page 15fortable boat with afriendly, expert guideAaron Armstrong. Open or private chartersfor individuals or groups of all ages.All gear provided—rods, reels, bait, lures,drinks and snacks. Bass fishing too aboarda Ranger Comanche. At Holloway’s Marina;(909) 866-2240.Cantrell Guide Service at Pine Knot Landingis the lake’s longest running guideservice since 1991. Troll for trout aroundthe lake’s 23 miles of shoreline aboard 24'pontoon boat with 18 ‘ roof and enclosureto protect against cold and wind. Professionallicensed guides John Cantrell andCliff Fowler (“Fowler’s Fish Tales”) have80 years experience. (909) 585-4017.GolfHigh altitude enhances any game at theBear Mountain Golf Course. A nine-hole(par 35) 2,730-yard course, each round isaccompanied by clear air and spectacularmountain views. TBear Trap clubhouseand pro shop offers putting green, cart andclub rentals, restaurant, lounge, and greatdeck overlooking the golf course. Drivingrange too. Across from the ski resort onMoonridge Rd. (909) 585-8002.Helicopter ToursSee Big Bear from above during aerialtours by Helicopter Big Bear. The lake, skiresorts, desert and surrounding mountainscan be viewed aboard a climate-controlledRobinson R44 helicopter, departing dailyout of Big Bear Airport. The helicopterseats up to four, pilot plus three passengers,and tours start at $35 per person basedon two passengers. (909) 585-1200.HikingThere’s dozens of trails and natural areas toenjoy the rugged beauty of the SanBernardino National Forest. From easystrolls along the lake to stenuous climbsinto the mountains, there are trails for allabilities, including families, within a shortdrive of Big Bear. For information on alltrails in the Valley and the requiredAdventure Pass, visit the Discovery Centeron North Shore Dr., about two miles westof Stanfield Cutoff. (909) 866-3437.Alpine Pedal Path is a very easy 3.5 mile(each way) paved trek following the lakeon the north shore. Popular with hikers,bikers, skaters, strollers and wheelchairsas it passes Carol Morrison East BoatLaunch, Discovery Center, Serranocampground, Solar Observatory and more.Castle Rock Trail is a short but strenuoushike, that ends with a panoramic view ofBig Bear Lake. Legend has it that a beautifulIndian maiden, jilted by her lover, took herlife by leaping from this towering 100 ft.monolith. It’s reached after a mostly uphill,.8 mile walk past a stream and featuringbeautiful views. Located on Hwy. 18between Boulder Bay and the dam; park onthe lake side of the road.Cougar Crest Trail is moderate two-mile(each way) hike. As it winds above thelake’s north shore, it offers up great viewsof water and the surrounding mountains.Trailhead is on North Shore Dr. about twomiles west of Stanfield Cutoff, .6 milefrom the Discovery Center where you canpark without an Adventure Pass.Woodland Interpretive Trail is a short,scenic family stroll with minimal elevationgain, located on the north shore near CougarCrest. Free trail maps (available at thetrailhead or Discovery Center) identifymarkers along the route noting localvegetation, wildlife areas, etc.Pacific Crest Trail comes through BigBear from Onyx Summit through the EastValley to Hwy. 18 and then past HolcombValley Rd. and Cougar Crest throughHolcomb Valley before continuing its 2,638mile journey from Mexico to Canada.Pine Knot Trail from Aspen Glen picnicarea climbs the southern ridge above AlpineSlide three miles (each way) to Skyline Dr.2N10, through lush meadow and stands ofwhite fir and Jeffrey Pine. Continue anotherAfter Dark...Big Bear’s Nightlife & Entertainment GuideALLEY OOPS SPORTS BAR—Family Karaoke each Saturday night at 8 p.m. GlowBowling at 8:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 7 p.m. Friday, 2 p.m. Sat. and Sun.Watch the big game on big screen TVs, open to all ages. Happy Hour Monday-Friday 5:30-7 p.m. with 50¢ off all bar drinks (except draft), $1 hot dogs. Bowl3 games for the price of 2 with coupon in this issue. Inside the Bowling Barn at40625 Big Bear Blvd. CLOSED FOR COVID-19, PLEASE CALL Call 878-BOWL.BARNSTORM RESTAURANT—Live music Saturdays during dinner with favoritelocal musicians, please call for schedule. 501 W. Valley Blvd. at the airport. (909)585-9339.BIG BEAR MOUNTAIN BREWERY— Craft microbrew beers, food in a cozyatmosphere. Wear your gear, 75¢ off your beer. 40260 Big Bear Blvd. 866-BEER.THE BONE YARD—Over 40 beers on tap plus large selection of wines and spirits.560 Pine Knot Ave. (909) 878-0401.NOTTINGHAMS TAVERN— 40797 Big Bear Blvd. near Bartlett. 866-4644.THE CAVE BIG BEAR—Your favorite artists up close and personal! See nationalperformers, top tribute bands and more in Big Bear’s hot new intimate concertvenue. Good food and full cocktail service including craft beers from Big Bear LakeBrewing Co. CLOSED FOR COVID-19, PLEASE CALL (909) 878-0204.THE LODGE AT BIG BEAR LAKE—Fridays see singer Nikki Sparks in Stillwellslounge 5-8 p.m. followed by Johnny Jukebox 8-10. 30650 Village Dr. (909) 866-3121.THE PINES LAKEFRONT/TAVERN—Pianist Mike Cross and Bass Mark Cade liveThursdays in the restaurant 5:30-8:30 p.m. and Sundays 4-7 p.m., Fantasyperforms Fridays 5:30-8:30. Cross and Guests play Fridays and Saturdays 6-9p.m. in adjacent lakeside lounge. 350 Alden Rd. (909) 866--5400.WYATT’S CAFE & SALOON—Open 4 p.m. Wednesdays for country dancing withDJ Evan, live bands Fridays and Saturdays. Great grub and drinks, family-friendly.Convention Center, Big Bear Blvd. at Division. (909) 585-3000.1/4 mile to Grand View Point for spectacular180-degree vistas.Holcomb ValleyAt one time, Big Bear Valley was thrivinggold country. The last remaining signs ofthis historic chapter in Big Bear history arefeatured in a driving tour through what isknown as Holcomb Valley. Totaling 11.6miles over a dirt road, the tour offers stopsat Two Gun Bill’s Saloon, Hangman’sTree, Pigmy Cabin, Metzger Mine, andmore. Free maps available at the Big BearDiscovery Center on the North Shore—call 866-3437. Allow three hours for thedrive.Horseback RidingBaldwin Lake Stable is open year-roundfor horseback riding. One, two, three andfour-hour rides with longer rides headingalong the famous Pacific Crest Trail plussunset rides. Spectacular mountain trailswith horses for all riding abilities. For littlebuckeroos there’s hand-led pony rides andpetting zoo. Reservations suggested for allrides. Big Bear Blvd. east to stop sign atHwy. 38, go through intersection, veer lefton Shay Rd. to 46475 Pioneertown Rd.,Big Bear City. (909) 585-6482.Jet Skis/WaverunnersJet skis and two, three and four seaterWaverunners from Get Wet Water SportsCenter at North Shore Landing (878-4FUN), and Holloway’s Marina (866-5706) are $85-$140 per hour. Big BearMarina (866-3218) has new Yamaha threeseatersfor $125/hour, gas included. PineKnot Landing has three-personwaverunners available at $109. 478-4377.Miniature Golf/Go KartsPutt ‘N Around, located at the Alpine Slideat Magic Mountain, features a landscaped18-hole miniature golf course completewith water hazards and breaking greens.Then there’s an oval-shaped go-kart trackwith high-banked turns, which nine CanAm racers—including four two-seaters—with Honda 5.5 horsepowers engines andan array of safety features zip around.Open till 9 p.m. daily. 866-4626.Scenic Sky ChairRide Snow Summit’s Scenic Sky Chair tothe top for incredible views of the Valley,lake, Mt. San Gorgonio, and more. Enjoybarbecued food, beer and wine at the ViewHaus on top, which has a terrific sundeck,while taking in spectacular views that canstretch to the Basin. Hike down or ride thechair back. Roundtrip ride (no bike) $24,$19 senior/youth (save 20% with 72 houradvance online or phone purchase). Opendaily starting June 12. (909) 866-5766.Soaring EagleZip 500' downhill on the new SoaringEagle attraction at Alpine Slide, only oneof its kind in California. Reach speeds up to26 mph during the dramatic downhilldescent—only after riding backwards tothe top! Up to two can ride at one time.Open daily. On the boulevard 1/4 milewest of the Village. (909) 866-4626.Wakeboard/Water SkiGet Wet Water Sports Center offerswater ski and wakeboard rides from NorthShore Landing, Holloway’s Marina andBig Bear Marina. $195/hour ($360 for 2hours) includes equipment, boat andlessons, if desired. Group rates. (909) 878-4FUN.Water SlideThe Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain ishome to two side-by-side water slide flumesthat take riders through a maze of bankedturns and wild, wet action. At the bottom,each track dumps into a heated pool. Alldaypasses $20, single rides $2, 10-ridebooks $15. Open weekends only till June13, then daily. 1/4 mile west of the Villageon Big Bear Blvd. (909) 866-4626.ZooGrizzly and black bears, bobcats, coyotes,mountain lions, deer, eagles, and otheranimals are at Big Bear Alpine Zoo, manyof which are native to the San BernardinoMtns. Open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. weekdays, 10-5 Saturday and Sunday with daily animalpresentations at noon and weekend 3 p.m.“feeding frenzy” tours. Moonridge Rd. toClubview, veer right to Bear Mountain,and turn left to the zoo. $12 adults, $9 agesover 60 and children 3-10, under two free.Closed for COVID-19, call (909) 584-1299.
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