Big Bear Lake Guide

Things to do, facts to know, places to park, areas to see and more about Big Bear Lake.

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Fun Facts

• Gold was first discovered in the mountains in 1850, but mining didn’t begin until 1859 at Starvation Flat and continued into the 1920’s
• Skiing was introduced to Big Bear Valley in 1925. The first Toboggan run was completed on “Lynn Hill” with a sling lift that dragged 10 people to the top of a hill at a time
• The population of Big Bear Lake ranges from just over 5,000 people to over 100,000 people depending on seasonal events and activities

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