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Page 14—June 2022RecreationGuideAction 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. (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. $9/ride, 5-ride books $40. There’salso a snowplay area with Magic Carpetuphill ride, plus miniature golf, Go-Karts,Soaring Eagle, family-priced snack 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, ropes course too. AtBig Bear Snow Play 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.Boat RentalsSailboats, pontoon boats, speed and fishingboats plus paddleboards and canoes areavailable for rental from the lake’s marinas.Big Bear Marina (866-3218),Holloway’s Marina (866-5706), NorthShore Landing (878-4FUN) PineKnotMarina (478-2500), Captain John’sMarina (866-6478).Boat Tours“Big Bear Queen” sails daily from PineKnot Marina including the lake’s mostguaranteed daily tours and its most experiencedcaptain, Chris Bellows. Tours dailyat 11 a.m., 1, 3 and 5 p.m. Adults $29,seniors/military $27, 12 and under $19, 3and under free. Bring your favorite beverages.BigBearQueen.com.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, sailBig Bear TodayRecreation • Dining • Nightlife • And MoreRoad Conditions: (800) 427-ROAD quickmap.dot.ca.govBeat the heat on a waverunner! Call Get Wet Water Sports (909) 878-4FUNdaily from Holloway’s Marina...completewith canon fire! Full bar with beer, wineand cocktails. Fares $34, seniors $32, $21ages 12 and under, 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. $25,$23 senior/military, $16 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. Bowl 3games for the price of 2 with coupon in thisissue. Open daily. 40625 Big Bear Blvd.(enter on Bonanza).(909) 878-BOWL.Discovery CenterThe Discovery Center on the north shore,two miles west of Stanfield Cutoff, is abreathtaking facility overlooking the lakeand offering informational galleries, selfand naturalist guided tours, Adventurepasses and wilderness permits, and recreationprograms. Open Thursday throughMonday. (909) 866-3437.FishingCatch 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.HikingThere’s dozens of trails and natural areas toenjoy the rugged beauty of the SanBernardino National Forest. From easystrolls along the lake to stenuous climbsContinued on page 15
Big Bear Today June 2022—Page 15into 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 a moderate twomile(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 AlpineSlide 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). Big Bear Marina (866-3218) hasnew Yamaha three-seaters. Pine KnotLanding has three-person waverunnersavailable. 478-4377.Mineshaft CoasterFirst ride of its kind in California! RideAfter Dark...Big Bear’s Nightlife & Entertainment GuideALLEY OOPS SPORTS BAR—Full cocktail service in Alley Oops Sports Bar at theBowling Barn. Watch the big game on big screen TVs, pool tables, good food,40625 Big Bear Blvd. (909) 878-BOWL.BIG BEAR BAR & GRILL—Live music weekends including FNJK Classic Rock Duo5-9 p.m. on March 26. Midweek karaoke, horseshoe pit, great food and drinks.42164 Moonridge Rd. (909) 878-0802BIG BEAR MOUNTAIN BREWERY— Craft microbrew beers, food in a cozyatmosphere. Music seven days a week including Brad Riesau from Silver Moon 5-8 p.m June 7, 9, 21, and 23, 6-9 p.m. June 3 and 17, 2-5 p.m. June 26. 40260Big Bear Blvd. (909) 878-0616.THELMA’S–Brad Riesau from Silver Moon on the outdoor patio June 10, 24 from6-8 p.m. 337 W. Big Bear Blvd., Big Bear City. (909) 585-7005.NOTTINGHAMS TAVERN— Dayton Borders Thursdays on the patio from 6-8 p.m.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.THE LODGE AT BIG BEAR LAKE—Brad Riesau from Silver Moon at Stillwells 6-9p.m.every Saturday. 40650 Village Dr. (909) 866-3121.THE PINES LAKEFRONT/TAVERN—Live music Fridays and Saturdays with MikeCross on the piano, joined by top bass players, Duke Michaels and Peggy BaldwinSaturdays and Sundays. 350 Alden Rd. (909) 878--0506.WYATT’S CAFE & SALOON—Open Wednesdays with country dancing, Fridaysand Saturdays with live bands. June 3-4: Terry McRaven Band, Caico Creek. June10-11: Terry McRaven Band, Cumberland Gap. June 17-18: Contagious, CalicoCreek. June 24: Southern Spirit. Cowboy Church Saturdays at 1 p.m.Wyatt’s isat Convention Center, Big Bear Blvd. at Division. (909) 585-3000.carts you control on a mile-long track withsteep drops and climbs, 360-degreecorkscrew turns, two mining tunnels andmore. Up to two can ride at one time. Opendaily at Alpine Slide, on the boulevard 1/4mile west of the Village. (909) 866-4626.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.MuseumAn authentic, restored log cabin, goldmining artifacts, rebuilt stamp mill, cattleranching and logging memorabilia,information on native animals, birds andreptiles, and much more are found at theEleanor Abbott Big Bear Museum. OpenSaturdays, Sundays, Wednesdays andHoliday Mondays from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.through mid-September. Located at 800Greenway just off the boulevard at BigBear City Park. $5, 14 and under free.(909) 585-8100.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. (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. Call 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 $25, single rides $2, 10-ridebooks $15. Open daily. 1/4 mile west ofthe Village on Big Bear Blvd. (909) 866-4626.ZooThe new Big Bear Alpine Zoo at Moonridgeopens November 5! Grizzly and black bears,bobcats, coyotes, mountain lions, , eagles,and other animals now have a new state-ofthe-arthome with creatures comforts forboth animals residents and guests. Open 10a.m.-5 p.m. with animal presentations andspecial programing. 747 Clubview offMoonridge Rd. $15 adults, $10 ages over60 and children 3-12, two and under free.(909) 584-1299.HOMESTYLEQUALITY...SteaksEastSeafoodValley'sPastaOnlyChickenBakery!Voted Big Bear'sBest Breakfast!DAILY Breakfast Special!Every Saturday NightAll-You-Can-EatBeef Ribs!NIGHTLY DINNER SPECIALSWED—CLOSEDTHURS—PRIME RIBFRIDAY—HOMEMADE POT PIESOR SURF & TURFSAT—ALL-U-CAN-EAT BEEF RIBSCHICKEN POT PIES IF AVAILABLESUN-HOLIDAYS—PRIME RIBFRESH CATCH OF THE DAY FRI/SATAfter lunch or dinner...treat yourself from ourBakery!Caramel-topped appledumplings...cheesecakes...apple streudel...fresh-baked piesof the season!Also Available to Go!○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○Dine Next to Our 2 CozyFireplaces or Under Trees onOur Outdoor Patio!337 W. Big Bear Blvd.(2 miles east of the ConventionCenter in Big Bear City)(909) 585-7005...FAMILYPRICES!
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