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Page 14—September 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 new Mineshaft Coaster plus miniaturegolf, Go-Karts, Soaring Eagle, familypricedsnack bar, video games. Open daily.Big Bear Blvd., 1/4 mile west of the Village.(909) 866-4626.Big Bear SpeedwaySoki Kart racing comes to Big Bear withtimed heats and authentic track experience.Reach speeds up to 30 mph whilenegotiating hairpin turns and straightawayson the Grand Prix-style course. DoubleKarts allow younger riders to go to. $20 onfirst visit includes license valid one year,head sock and race ($25 double Kart). Baselodge with snack bar. At Big Bear SnowPlay next to Motel 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.BingoThe Elks Lodge hosts stirring Bingo gameseach Friday night at 7 p.m. All are welcomeages 18 and over. 40611 Big Bear Blvd.west of the Village, across from Lakeview.(909) 866-3557. Closed at deadline, callBoat Tours“Big Bear Queen” sails daily from BigBear Marina with guaranteed daily toursand its most experienced captain, ChrisBellows. Tours daily at 11 a.m., 1, 3 and 5p.m. Adults $23, seniors/military $21, 12and under $15, 3 and under free. Sunsetcruises Saturdays 7 p.m., bring your favoritebeverages. (909) 866-3218.Pirate Ship Lake Tours aboard newlyrefurbished “Time Bandit,” a one-third scalereplica of a 1600’s galleon that appeared inthe movie of the same name, sail daily fromHolloway’s Marina...complete with canonfire! Full bar with beer, wine and cocktails.Fares $24, $16 ages 12 and under, lap childfree. (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,Big Bear TodayRecreation • Dining • Nightlife • And MoreRoad Conditions: (800) 427-ROAD quickmap.dot.ca.govMiss Liberty, Big Bear’s largest tour boat, sails daily from Pine Knot Marina withspacious covered deck and lots of seating. Call (909) 866-8129$20 senior/military, $14 ages 3-12, fourand under free. (909) 866-8129.Big Bear Cruzer is the lake’s newest tourboat, sailing out of Big Bear Marina daily.The open air boat with sunshade departsseveral times daily. $22, senior $20, 12 andunder $12. (909) 866-3218.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. Open daily.40625 Big Bear Blvd. (enter on Bonanza).(909)878-BOWL. Closed at deadline,call firstFishingCatch some fun with Big Bear CharterFishing on a 22' fully loaded, super comfortableboat 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.Continued on page 15
Big Bear Today September 2020—Page 15Cantrell 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.Gold Rush Mining Adv.Pan for gemstones and fossils millions ofyears old in a working sluice with waterwheel, crack geodes to reveal presciousstones, find real pearls in oysters and unearthdinosaur bones and poop. Emporiumwith mining and gifts plus old fashionedfudge, candy, sarsaparilla and more. 50016Big Bear Blvd. (909) 866-5678.GolfHigh altitude enhances any game at theBear Mountain Golf Course. Nine-hole(par 35) 2,730-yard course. full-service4,000 sq. ft. Bear Trap clubhouse and proshop offers putting green, cart and clubrentals, restaurant, lounge, and drivingrange. Across from the ski resort on MoonridgeRd. (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 helicopte, 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. Callthe Discovery Center to find out where tocatch this famous international trail.Pine Knot Trail from Aspen Glen picnicarea climbs the southern ridge above AlpineAfter 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. (909) 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. Brad from Silver Moon Sept.5 and 19. 30650 Village Dr. (909) 866-3121.THE PINES LAKEFRONT/TAVERN—Duke Michaels and Peggy Baldwin on theoutdoor patio Saturdays and Sundays 1-4 p.m. 350 Alden Rd. (909) 866--5400.WYATT’S CAFE & SALOON—Open 4 p.m. Wednesdays for country dancing withDJ,Great grub and drinks, family-friendly. Celebrate 50th annual Oktoberfest atWyatt’s beginning Sept. 12-13! Saturdays and Sundays, Fridays starting Sept. 18,Thursdays starting Sept. 24. Convention Center, Big Bear Blvd. at Division. (909)585-3000.Slide three miles (each way) to Skyline Dr.2N10, through lush meadow and stands ofwhite fir and Jeffrey Pine. Continue another1/4 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. Rates are by the hour,offering one, two, three and four-hour rideswith longer rides heading along the famousPacific Crest Trail plus sunset rides. Avariety of spectacular mountain trails withhorses 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 landscaped18-hole miniature golf course with waterhazards and breaking greens. Then there’san oval-shaped go-kart track with highbankedturns, which nine Can Am racers—including four two-seaters—with Honda5.5 horsepowers engines and an array ofsafety features zip around. 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). Dailytill Sept. 7, then weekends only till closingday Oct. 10. (909) 866-5766.Soaring EagleFly 500' downhill on the new Soaring Eagleattraction at Alpine Slide, only one of itskind in California. Reach speeds up to 26mph 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 and boat. Grouprates. (909) 878-4FUN.Water SlideAlpine Slide is home to two side-by-sidewater slide flumes that take riders througha maze of banked turns and wild, wetaction. All-day passes $20, single rides $2,10-ride books $15. Open daily till Sept. 7,then closed for season. 1/4 mile west of theVillage on 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.(909) 584-1299.
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