You may already know Big Bear Lake as Southern California’s accessible all-season outdoor playground. What you might not know is that it’s also a sky island ecosystem.

So when you enter a campground in bear country, ... In essence, a bear is a “walking nose with a big, hungry belly,” said Simons – albeit a belly that can weigh up to 400 lbs. And while bears can be ...

Big Bear Lake is nominated for USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards for 'Best Lake' and 'Best Lake for Watersports'. The lake offers various watersports, boat tours, and easy access for ...