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

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Overview

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 Location

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    949 Tulip Lane
    Big Bear Lake, CA 92315, USA

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    What To Expect

    You will be taken on a fantastic hike up to see some of the best views Big Bear has to offer. This is a very pretty easy hike through the pine forest. In my opinion, this is one of the prettiest hikes in the Big Bear Valley.
    After we get sweaty on the 2-mile hike up to the lake viewpoint, I will give you directions to get to the dock, very close by, and we will go for a swim off the dock in the Harbour.

    Important: This experience is a guided hiking tour with a swim stop at a private dock in the harbor. This is not a boat tour, boat rental, lake cruise, or boating excursion. Guests relax on a stationary boat docked in the marina and may swim from the docked boat area after the hike.

    Feel free to bring lunch to enjoy on the boat. I will provide an ice chest in my car for you to stash your lunch or cold drinks in if you request it in advance.
    We will spend about an hour swimming and relaxing at the boat.

    This hike is a little hard on the first hill. We do gain about 300 feet elevation gain on the hike so you will more than likely be sweating. It’s a great workout before the relaxing part of our experience at the lake!

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • 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.
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the A Local’s Favorite Hike in Big Bear with Lake Swimming Experience?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (PDT). Read more Apr 2025

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    Activity code: C-266235P4

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

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • 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.
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

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