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

5.0(26)3 hFree cancellationBy Amber Holloway

About this activity

This is really a local's favorite hike in Big Bear that goes to one of the least known scenic lake viewpoints in Big Bear.

What is the best time to do after a sweaty summertime hike? Swim off a dock in the beautiful Big Bear Lake Harbor! The lake water is actually warmer to swim here than in the middle of the lake. One thing a lot of travelers don't know, if you rent a boat on Big Bear Lake (Very pricy) you can not swim off the rental boats. This is a great summertime experience after a hike on a hot day to get to cool off in alpine Big Bear Lake

If my guests would like to picnic off the boat afterwards they can bring lunch, beer, drinks. I will bring an ice chest for them to put their lunch in while we are hiking. I will even walk to a nearby fantastic restaurant in the village (As a foodie, I know all the best restaurants in Big Bear) & pickup to-go lunches for my hikers to enjoy on the boat after the hike if requested (For this service, hikers must Venmo me to pay for their meals)

What's included

✓Life jackets
✓Parking fees at dock included
✓Boat to lounge on

Meeting and pickup

My hikers can meet me at the corner of Mill Creek and Tulip. I'll be in a black Subaru SUV. From here they can follow me in my vehicle to the hiking destination. We will hike for about an hour, then my guests can follow me in their vehicle to the boat docked in the harbor a short distance away.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Kids under 13 years old they must wear a life jacket while on the dock or swimming per California law.
You can also bring fishing gear if you wish to fish off of our dock.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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