Boulder Bay Travel Guide

Big Bear Lake

A bear statue holding a sign that says "Louie Welcomes you to Big Bear Lake, California."
A pier extending into a lake with people on it, surrounded by houses and trees.
A lakeside property with boats, a wooden dock, and a mountain backdrop.
A kayaker on a river with boats docked at a pier, surrounded by a forested mountain backdrop.
A calm lake with a small island in the center, surrounded by forested hills.

Stay near popular Boulder Bay attractions

Boulder Bay Park

8.6/10 (615 reviews)
After visiting Boulder Bay Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Big Bear Lake. Wander through the lakeside and lush forest in this quaint area.
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Things to do

Family-Friendly Nature Hike around the Big Bear Valley

Family-Friendly Nature Hike around the Big Bear Valley

฿1,238
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Family-Friendly Nature Hike around the Big Bear Valley
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Top hotels in Boulder Bay

Grey Squirrel Resort

Grey Squirrel Resort

2 out of 5
39372 Big Bear Blvd Big Bear Lake CA
The price is ฿3,329 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
฿3,329
฿6,956 total
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Big Bear Lake. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Big Bear Mountain Resort and The Village are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (115 reviews)
"Cabin was hot when we arrived didn’t cool down until after midnight, cabin had no A/C, dirty towels were in the shower, TV would not turn off, shower facet was dripping constantly, window blinds were broken allowing people walking by to see in"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

Grey Squirrel Resort
Three Pines Cabins Lodge

Three Pines Cabins Lodge

2 out of 5
39268 Big Bear Blvd Big Bear Lake CA
The price is ฿3,280 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿3,280
฿4,374 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Big Bear Lake. Enjoy free parking, on-site spa services and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Big Bear Mountain Resort and The ...
7/10 Good! (76 reviews)
"No staff on site. Online check in only. Very weak internet reception at the property, so it was hard to check in online. Apparently the previous guests didn't check out properly, so I had to call to finish the check in process"

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Three Pines Cabins Lodge
Lake Arrowhead Resort and Spa

Lake Arrowhead Resort and Spa

3.5 out of 5
27984 Highway 189 Lake Arrowhead CA
The price is ฿5,822 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
฿5,822
฿7,518 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Lake Arrowhead. Enjoy a full-service spa, a private beach and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,404 reviews)
"Hotel is great but just outdated"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

Lake Arrowhead Resort and Spa
Ayres Hotel Redlands – Loma Linda

Ayres Hotel Redlands – Loma Linda

3 out of 5
1015 W Colton Avenue Redlands CA
The price is ฿3,904 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿3,904
฿4,302 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Redlands. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
Ayres Hotel Redlands – Loma Linda
Lagonita Lodge

Lagonita Lodge

3 out of 5
183 Lagonita Ln Big Bear Lake CA
Fully refundable
The price is ฿4,176 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿4,176
฿4,719 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Big Bear Lake. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,322 reviews)
"Lots of activity, perfect place for a family vac."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2026

Lagonita Lodge
Hotel Marina Riviera

Hotel Marina Riviera

4 out of 5
40770 Big Bear Blvd Big Bear Lake CA
The price is ฿5,376 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
฿5,376
฿7,228 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Big Bear Lake. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"The location is amazing, the beach is gorgeous and the staff is so friendly and goes above and beyond for you. Things to note: 1. Only one firepit worked so that was a bummer as everyone wants to sit by them at night. Staff were unable to get the 2nd one working during our stay. 2. Shower head sprayed ..."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026

Hotel Marina Riviera
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Where to stay in Boulder Bay

Find the best Boulder Bay areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A mountainous landscape with a clear blue sky, a lake, and scattered trees.

Moonridge

Skiing and mountain views are notable features of Moonridge. You might consider stopping by Big Bear Mountain Resort while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

A calm lake with large boulders in the foreground and a forested hill in the background.
Photo by Sachendra Yadav
Open Photo by Sachendra Yadav

Big Bear Central

If you're spending some time in Big Bear Central, Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain and Big Bear Marina are top sights worth seeing.

A lake with a dock, surrounded by mountains and houses.

Summit Estates

Summit Estates might not have many top sights, but Snow Summit and Eagle Point are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

A street lined with traditional buildings, parked cars, and pedestrians.

The Village

While visiting The Village, you might make a stop by sights like The Village and Pine Knot Marina.

A mountainous landscape with dense forests and a clear sky.

Fox Farm

Fox Farm might not have many top sights, but Interlaken Shopping Center and Community Arts Theater Society are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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