Big Bear Lake is Southern California's largest recreation lake.
It is about seven miles long and about one mile at its widest.
The primary summer attraction in Big Bear was fishing and it still is one of the most common activities there.
The most abundant types of fish are trout, bass and catfish.
Hiking, mountain biking and horse riding are also very popular.
San Bernardino National Forest offers many trails in varying degrees of difficulty.
During winter season Big Bear Lake becomes a skiing and snowboarding destination for Southern California.
There are two ski resorts: Snow Summit and Bear Mountain.
 The town is also home to the Big Bear Lake International Film Festival, in operation since 1999.
Big Bear Lake is Southern California's largest recreation lake. It is about seven miles long and about one mile at its widest. The primary summer attraction in Big Bear was fishing and it still is one of the most common activities there. The most abundant types of fish are trout, bass and catfish. Hiking, mountain biking and horse riding are also very popular. San Bernardino National Forest offers many trails in varying degrees of difficulty. During winter season Big Bear Lake becomes a skiing and snowboarding destination for Southern California. There are two ski resorts: Snow Summit and Bear Mountain.  The town is also home to the Big Bear Lake International Film Festival, in operation since 1999.
Big Bear Lake, California