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

Private Hiking Tour to Bluff Lake Reserve

Big Bear Jeep off-road tour with Hike to Bluff Lake Reserve

฿2,460
per adult
Big Bear Jeep off-road tour with Hike to Bluff Lake Reserve
Family-Friendly Nature Hike around the Big Bear Valley

Family-Friendly Nature Hike around the Big Bear Valley

฿1,214
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Family-Friendly Nature Hike around the Big Bear Valley
A Local's Favorite Hike in Big Bear with Lake Swimming Experience

A Local's Favorite Hike in Big Bear with Lake Swimming Experience

฿2,689
per adult
A Local's Favorite Hike in Big Bear with Lake Swimming Experience
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Top hotels in Boulder Bay

Lake Arrowhead Resort and Spa

Lake Arrowhead Resort and Spa

3.5 out of 5
27984 Highway 189 Lake Arrowhead CA
The price is ฿5,406 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
฿5,406
฿7,053 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
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 ...
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 ฿3,846 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿3,846
฿4,238 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
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. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,840 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly. Liked the patio area. Omelette Bar was very good and good was very friendly. Wish you had more fruit for breakfast. Cookies at happy hour were very good and the red wine was good. My only complaint is that at a minimum housekeeping should provided clean towels, empty trash ..."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

Ayres Hotel Redlands – Loma Linda
Lagonita Lodge

Lagonita Lodge

3 out of 5
183 Lagonita Ln Big Bear Lake CA
The price is ฿3,575 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
฿3,575
฿4,039 total
15 Sept - 16 Sept
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 ...
Lagonita Lodge
Hotel Marina Riviera

Hotel Marina Riviera

4 out of 5
40770 Big Bear Blvd Big Bear Lake CA
The price is ฿4,144 per night from 24 Sept to 25 Sept
฿4,144
฿5,816 total
24 Sept - 25 Sept
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! (1,008 reviews)
"No complaints rooms nice and clean the food at the restaurant is delicious staff was friendly and I loved the amenities"

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

Hotel Marina Riviera
La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Yucaipa

La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Yucaipa

3 out of 5
12952 14th St. Yucaipa CA
The price is ฿3,548 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿3,548
฿3,803 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Yucaipa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,014 reviews)
"Great location, close to the highway. Helpful staff."

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Yucaipa
Big Bear Lakefront Lodge

Big Bear Lakefront Lodge

2 out of 5
40360 Lakeview Dr Big Bear Lake CA
Fully refundable
The price is ฿2,172 per night from 16 Sept to 17 Sept
฿2,172
฿2,619 total
16 Sept - 17 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach motel in Big Bear Lake. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
Big Bear Lakefront Lodge
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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, The Village and Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain 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 The Village and Snow Summit 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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