A Weekend in Big Bear Lake: Oktoberfest, Kayaking, Alpine Slide, & More

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  • Things to do in Big Bear Lake in the Fall -
    Amie and I were invited to spend two days in Big Bear, and this video shows all of the spots we visited during our time in the city. We had wanted to go to Oktoberfest for a while, so that was the main reason we went, but of course, we found a lot of other adventures to do while we were there as well. Check out the video to see our recommendations for how to spend a weekend in Big Bear.
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Komentáře • 164

  • @melanierodriguez4414
    @melanierodriguez4414 Před 5 lety +24

    I used to live in big bear and it is an amazing town 😍😍

    • @johnnyarana1876
      @johnnyarana1876 Před 4 lety +1

      You should've never moved out of there......

    • @jonmacdonald5345
      @jonmacdonald5345 Před 3 lety

      Sad what all the Meth use has done to that area!

    • @jjr1728
      @jjr1728 Před 2 lety

      @@jonmacdonald5345 There's meth in big bear?

    • @jonmacdonald5345
      @jonmacdonald5345 Před 2 lety

      @@jjr1728 yes especially in the part of town called Sugarloaf that's Tweek central there!

    • @jonmacdonald5345
      @jonmacdonald5345 Před 2 lety

      @@jjr1728 tons of it I think they even cook in the cabins

  • @garyleibitzke4166
    @garyleibitzke4166 Před 4 lety +6

    Love Big Bear. My wife and I were just there a few weeks ago. We had our 17 y/o granddaughter with us. Nice place to escape the heat of the flatlands.

  • @alexrcastillo1977
    @alexrcastillo1977 Před 5 lety +10

    I love going to big bear... always a great place to capture some great photos and video..

  • @reneejones7807
    @reneejones7807 Před 10 měsíci

    Just went to Big Bear in September 2023. Oakside is still a great recommendation for dinner and drinks. Juniper Point was gorgeous even on a rainy day. Thanks!!

  • @Rk91M
    @Rk91M Před 4 lety +9

    Your channel is awesome man. You have reminded me how lucky I am to live in Southern California. Covid-19 is making traveling a bit tricky for me right now, but definitely adding new spots (and restaurants) to my list after watching your videos.

  • @bigbearweatherandmore6621

    Sick man. I document all this towns weather and more. Great video. Take care.

  • @Treeofthewood
    @Treeofthewood Před 4 lety +2

    It fun to watch people having fun on my mountain 😜🌲

  • @yankeebiscuitfan
    @yankeebiscuitfan Před 5 lety +2

    I have been at Big Bear Lake years ago. I loved it. Beautiful area.

  • @donmagee1091
    @donmagee1091 Před 5 lety +2

    We really enjoy watching your videos...after this one we have added a couple more things to our bucket list, lol. Looking forward to your next video!

  • @toshibavoodoo
    @toshibavoodoo Před 3 lety

    Good to see again, love the good old days!

  • @LetYrLiteShine
    @LetYrLiteShine Před 5 lety +1

    Great video. The alpine slide looks so fun.

  • @sdtrautman
    @sdtrautman Před 5 lety +2

    Nice, looking forward to the next adventure.

  • @idsworkschedule4119
    @idsworkschedule4119 Před 4 lety +3

    Man you really know how to get a lot done in a day. This was an amazing weekend.

  • @vaunsphotography6820
    @vaunsphotography6820 Před 5 lety +2

    Looked like you two had loads of fun!

  • @iguillo
    @iguillo Před 5 lety +2

    Thanks for another great video Josh! I'm heading up to Big Bear this weekend to camp at Serrano Campground. ;-)

  • @gabyvalle2064
    @gabyvalle2064 Před 2 lety

    I always enjoy your videos 😍and all you suggestions!
    Thank you!

  • @FernTheCamper
    @FernTheCamper Před 5 lety +1

    Thanks for this! I've added it to my 'what to see when camping in Fern' playlist :-)

  • @scotta7798
    @scotta7798 Před 3 lety

    thanks for sharing. headed there in 2 weeks for my bday. great inspiration vlog

  • @sunlightpictures8367
    @sunlightpictures8367 Před 5 lety +1

    Great video! I love Big Bear and go up there a few times a year.

  • @LaserFocused
    @LaserFocused Před 5 lety +2

    This is an awesome video, of big bear.. one of the best thanks

  • @lovelypineda413
    @lovelypineda413 Před 4 lety +2

    This is an awesome video of big bear! It’s the first video i saw big bear without snow 😳 wanna try alpine slide next time

  • @pappysproductions
    @pappysproductions Před 4 lety +2

    Awesome video, as usual.
    Loved the shirt transition

  • @carlgalvin1642
    @carlgalvin1642 Před 5 lety +1

    Due to visit from England in July, best video on Big Bear Ive seen. many thanks guys, love it.

  • @chloeanderson2002
    @chloeanderson2002 Před 4 lety +8

    I’ve lived in Big Bear my whole life

  • @cianwolfe5768
    @cianwolfe5768 Před 5 lety +3

    Another fantastic video guys! I am in love with your channel, keep up the amazing work!

  • @MTBMOR
    @MTBMOR Před 4 lety +2

    The mountain biking is insane! Both in the Snow Summit Bike Park and off it. There are many XC trails that you can get to from the lift.

    • @laderamtb3684
      @laderamtb3684 Před 4 lety +1

      What do you suggest? We MTB but the Bike Park is intimidating.

    • @MTBMOR
      @MTBMOR Před 4 lety +1

      @@laderamtb3684 Going Green is supposed to be the beginner run. The key is to take breaks and not to ride while tired. If you leave Going Green at the top gate, you can ride down Coyote Road. I find it much easier and it puts you back on Going Green near the bottom. There is always Skyline Trail. You can take Pirates off of Chair 1 to Skyline and Fern Trail. That will leave you with a short ride back to the parking lot.

    • @MTBMOR
      @MTBMOR Před 4 lety +1

      @@laderamtb3684 If you want a real adventure...find Powerline (AKA Poleline on some maps) and then Snow Forest Trail (AKA Ho Chi Minh). You can get back to the parking lot by turning left or right at the bottom of Snow Forest.

    • @MTBMOR
      @MTBMOR Před 4 lety +1

      @@laderamtb3684 Try Skyline from Pirates, or take Coyote Rd down to one of the lower sections of Going Green. If you want some adventure take Skyline towards the dam and try to find one of the many trails down: Powerline, Pine Knot, Cabin 89...there's more

  • @TravelSmallLiveBig
    @TravelSmallLiveBig Před 5 lety +2

    Another fun one - used to love to ski there. So cool to see the area being used for biking and hiking. Great job on showing so much of what a Big Bear has to offer and YES CONGRATS ON 25,000 subs 🎉🍾🥂!!!

    • @californiathroughmylens
      @californiathroughmylens  Před 5 lety

      Thank you for the comment and for all of the support. I always appreciate your comments!

  • @theathjr
    @theathjr Před 5 lety +3

    nice hat & shirt Josh...but Amy that hair is SPOT ON for Octoberfest !!! HECK YEAH !! Thanks for the info. I’ve been wanting to check out Big Bear for a very long time. PROST !!

  • @Italionmex
    @Italionmex Před 5 lety +2

    Awesome! I have been to Big Bear Oktoberfest twice. It’s awesome. Huntington Beach has a great Oktoberfest also at Old Town World Market. Been to that one only once. Great video. The alpine slide Is awesome to. Did that and my friend flew off the track.

    • @californiathroughmylens
      @californiathroughmylens  Před 5 lety

      Thanks for the comment and for the Huntington Beach suggestion, I will have to go to that one as well. Crazy your friend flew off the track, did they get injured??

    • @Italionmex
      @Italionmex Před 5 lety

      He did fine. We just clowned on him for a bit.

  • @JimmiePresley
    @JimmiePresley Před 4 lety

    Cool vid and going to Big Bear next weekend. Would love to see you camping throughout California too but keep it up!

  • @jesusaceron3979
    @jesusaceron3979 Před 3 lety

    Great VIDEO!! A hug from Rosarito; MEXICO.

  • @Chrisbalma3
    @Chrisbalma3 Před 3 lety +1

    Love your content bro! We will be moving from Hawaii to San Diego in June this year for work as a fire fighter. California is so beautiful! Looking forward to visiting all the places you shared with my family.

  • @KALFU
    @KALFU Před 4 lety +1

    Wow que marabilla de lugar mi VICTORIA 😍💕 💚 😙💕

  • @KevinFryAdventures
    @KevinFryAdventures Před 4 lety +1

    Nice video! Looks like such a beautiful area. I want an avocado.bomb!!!

  • @vochaalloy33
    @vochaalloy33 Před 5 lety +1

    Awesome job you two. Keep up the great work. Huell Howser would be proud

  • @MrSillyFun
    @MrSillyFun Před 5 lety +1

    Love your videos

  • @DayTripAdventure
    @DayTripAdventure Před 4 lety +1

    That shirt! Love it!

  • @samsen201
    @samsen201 Před 5 lety

    Great job in showing what to do in Autumn, at Big Bear. Now let us see what one should do in WINTER, then Summer and finally Spring! After all isn't this the Four Season Wonderland that all California residents know at best, how to MISS !!!

  • @SoCalCreature
    @SoCalCreature Před 3 lety

    Cool video. I gotta do Octoberfest up there one of these days.

  • @jaysonguzman4347
    @jaysonguzman4347 Před 2 lety

    This is an awesome video 😎👍📹 i hope you and Amie had fun in big bear and their Oktoberfest 🙂👍 i visited big bear since i was a kid and my family and i went there for snowboarding in the snow during the winter time ❄⛄🏂and greetings from Santa Ana 🙂.

  • @sallylouise9826
    @sallylouise9826 Před 5 lety +2

    Cool video love the location and the festival looked fun ! Congratulations on 25k !

  • @adanambriz4684
    @adanambriz4684 Před 4 lety

    I just fot back from my weekend getaway at big bear i wish i wouldve seen your video before my visit!

  • @breadbird175
    @breadbird175 Před 4 lety +2

    Im so lucky to live here I mean I think the other locals don't really appreciate it up here

    • @fwa7999
      @fwa7999 Před 4 lety

      ClumsyCrow whats it like there me and my mom may be moving there soon

    • @breadbird175
      @breadbird175 Před 4 lety

      @@fwa7999 in the summer it can get pretty hot up to 80 and in the winter it can get below 0 (rarely) and average snow fall we usually 6 inches overall its really nice weather and we get a lot of sunny days

    • @fwa7999
      @fwa7999 Před 4 lety

      ClumsyCrow sweet 80 is nothing where I’m from here in Texas we usually get up to 100 for summers so that sounds great

    • @MTBMOR
      @MTBMOR Před 4 lety +1

      You are lucky. We visit often but my kids don't quite get it. We snowboard, hike, mountain bike, canoe and fish to name a few of the awesome activities. I would love to do the PCT one day, but I doubt I will ever get the chance.

  • @jacobsullivan6472
    @jacobsullivan6472 Před 5 lety +2

    Oh boy I love big bear!

  • @AaronTru
    @AaronTru Před 5 lety +1

    Great video.

  • @AryHE1
    @AryHE1 Před 4 lety

    I will work in Alpine Slide in december to march 2020, this video was usefull, Thnx so much, cheers and pina coladas from Lima, Perú, im so excited.

  • @waynesanders1406
    @waynesanders1406 Před 5 lety +1

    I recognize that place. I was in that exact place when I purchased my first stein at my first Oktoberfest. Do a video on off-roading in the area. I miss that now that I am back in Florida.

  • @blinkitphotography
    @blinkitphotography Před 5 lety +2

    One of our favorite camping spot. Never went there foe October fest.

  • @Stalker2509
    @Stalker2509 Před 5 lety +1

    thumbs up!! I like your videos :)

  • @matthew-nt3gz
    @matthew-nt3gz Před 2 lety

    Great video

  • @rolandomontenegro4130
    @rolandomontenegro4130 Před 5 lety +2

    Love that shirt

  • @mariapalavranoff4015
    @mariapalavranoff4015 Před rokem

    Love my city 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

  • @DarkstarDarth
    @DarkstarDarth Před 5 lety +1

    Avocado bomb!!! I’m on the wayyyyyy🏃🏻‍♂️🏃🏻‍♂️🏃🏻‍♂️🏃🏻‍♂️🏃🏻‍♂️🏃🏻‍♂️🏃🏻‍♂️

    • @samsen201
      @samsen201 Před 5 lety

      And if that interests you, don't forget on the way up or down to Big Bear, Near Running Spring, there is a place called "Blondie" and they have second to none, Bombshell! that goes very well with their super burger, Ninja burger! Try them and their breakfast or lunch or dinner Stakes are great too.
      blondiesgrille.com/
      Additionally, if in Big Bear and across from Oak side, you can find Masala Craft restaurant that though very small, can really Spice Up your stay!
      masalacraftbigbear.com/
      At least one breakfast in the place they featured in the video, Grizzly Manor cafe is a must. The family running this business for long time, take real pride in serving you and feeling you enough fuel for a full day of snow boarding.
      grizzlymanorcafe.com/

  • @jacoje
    @jacoje Před 5 lety +2

    Nice

  • @linareslomachenko2785
    @linareslomachenko2785 Před 5 lety +5

    do one when its winter....or cool spots to visit while its snowing

  • @jennyd5728
    @jennyd5728 Před 2 lety

    Is it possible to do a day trip at big bear and lake arrowhead? Also which one you think is better?

  • @thunderbeast2126
    @thunderbeast2126 Před 4 lety +1

    I love Big Bear. I’m lucky to live driving distance from it.

  • @RunTheAtlas
    @RunTheAtlas Před rokem

    We stayed at the Noon Lodge too! It's so beautiful in the summer, vlog in our channel!

  • @thestay-at-homemomma1071

    do you know which part of lake is best to take the kiddos swimming?

  • @blitztim6416
    @blitztim6416 Před 3 lety +1

    We stayed down the road from the Grizzly Manor the last time we were in Big Bear. Good food, but we had to take it back to the cabin. Covid. Have you gone to Oak Glen during apple season?

  • @technopriest8686
    @technopriest8686 Před 3 lety

    How dangerous is the drive? My dad always drove my mom and I up there. But he's no longer with us. I want to make the trek myself, but I'm a little nervous.

  • @cesarreyes5439
    @cesarreyes5439 Před 5 lety

    Experienced snowfall for the first time 3 days ago in Big Bear... road froze over and we didn’t have a clue what to do, we were stuck on the twisty highway out for 2 hours 😰

  • @RockyRoadtrips
    @RockyRoadtrips Před 3 lety

    I just went to Big Bear because of this video! Took the wife there for our 17 year anniversary. It was the first time there since I was 8 so I hardly remember it. I made a video for my CZcams channel too. I love your channel and would be blessed if you would watch mine and give me some tips.

  • @santivid2
    @santivid2 Před 5 lety

    Can you make a video about South Lake Tahoe?

  • @dannyrivas8706
    @dannyrivas8706 Před 4 lety

    Hi guys did you two booked your room directly at their website

  • @timboberg8623
    @timboberg8623 Před 4 lety +1

    1:50 that wasnt a schnitzel :D

  • @Big824John
    @Big824John Před rokem

    Hi Josh! Hey, how was that Noon Lodge?

  • @Jelly-wo3so
    @Jelly-wo3so Před 5 lety +2

    Did you see Mrs BB, Shador or Mr BB ? Bald eagles, famous in the area :-)

  • @InevitableSecrets
    @InevitableSecrets Před 5 lety

    I noticed you have the backpack I’ve been eyeing. How are you liking it?

    • @californiathroughmylens
      @californiathroughmylens  Před 5 lety

      The Peak Designs one? I love Peak Designs, I have a lot of their stuff and have always been happy with it. Used the messenger bag for years and then finally got the backpack which I am really enjoying.

  • @mr.elastomeric1787
    @mr.elastomeric1787 Před 4 lety +1

    Wow; Something to do this post Corona Cooties.

  • @dantheman6931
    @dantheman6931 Před 5 lety

    Rad! The lake looks super low tho

  • @toshibavoodoo
    @toshibavoodoo Před 3 lety

    pulled up Google Maps and had to ad a few must-see waypoints!

  • @linareslomachenko2785
    @linareslomachenko2785 Před 5 lety

    what hotel did you stay at and how much....thanks

  • @Beonkful
    @Beonkful Před 5 lety

    Does anyone know if the sky chair is open mid November? If so how much is it per person

    • @MTBMOR
      @MTBMOR Před 4 lety

      Probably not mid November because it is in between Biking and Skiing seasons.......It's $30 a person in the summer of 2020.

  • @elliottday2415
    @elliottday2415 Před 5 lety +5

    You should go to bass lake!!

  • @ModernClassic4953
    @ModernClassic4953 Před 4 lety

    Fun, fun fun."

  • @ryanrindlisbacher5516
    @ryanrindlisbacher5516 Před 4 lety

    Avocado bombs are the best

  • @jorgeflores4928
    @jorgeflores4928 Před 3 lety

    how much is that hotel for the weekend???

  • @kermitkardashain9664
    @kermitkardashain9664 Před 5 lety +1

    can you do Sacramento one day? Thanks in advance :)

  • @OGkush69x
    @OGkush69x Před 4 lety

    In what hotel did you stay ? Is it better than renting a cabin

  • @j-m-jthundergaming4633
    @j-m-jthundergaming4633 Před 5 lety +1

    I live in Big Bear.

  • @stargazer5073
    @stargazer5073 Před 4 lety

    How do you keep your camera dry?

  • @stephaniamartinezjauregui2104

    What's the name of the hotel?

  • @LaserFocused
    @LaserFocused Před 5 lety

    The lake is dry dry dry but still cool

  • @jorgeflores4928
    @jorgeflores4928 Před 3 lety

    is snow summit free???

  • @BigBoyBato
    @BigBoyBato Před 5 lety +4

    first of all, i love your vids, i'm a subscriber, but that was not a schnitzel, that look like a bratwurst, lol

    • @kobe0007
      @kobe0007 Před 5 lety

      I came down to say the same thing. Definitely not schnitzel.

    • @holyfox94
      @holyfox94 Před 4 lety

      Definitely not.
      It’s a Bratwurst in a peace of bread we here in Germany would reject 😗

  • @ratzter
    @ratzter Před 5 lety +1

    Do Lake tahoe next please. I think you'll enjoy that one better.

  • @bobfish3176
    @bobfish3176 Před 5 lety

    Went to that place once a couple years ago. Was horribly overpriced and the food was terrible! The one in long beach is much better!

  • @beautimously
    @beautimously Před 5 lety +2

    Good footage but too commercial for me, I got to know the place but didn’t have fun watching

  • @wolfiesasmr
    @wolfiesasmr Před 4 lety

    Next time you go hit me up before you go my best mate over there and does real estate rental and he knows all the awesome spots out there

  • @penroseconjecture5318
    @penroseconjecture5318 Před 5 lety

    why did he hold up a sausage and call it a schnitzel? lol

  • @azrael3758
    @azrael3758 Před 5 lety +1

    Dude! Where's my sticker?

  • @Jelly-wo3so
    @Jelly-wo3so Před 5 lety

    Ooops meant to say Shadow !

  • @offplanetevent
    @offplanetevent Před 5 lety

    The lake is now a pond. Soon to be a mud hole.

  • @LPRD
    @LPRD Před 3 lety

    Did you just call a Bratwurst a Schnitzel?

  • @noonpalm3017
    @noonpalm3017 Před 3 lety +1

    Big Bear is a great place, and I support people going to big bear, but I just want people to note that people do actually live hear. So please don't litter here, so just don't litter and be nice😉

    • @SoCalCreature
      @SoCalCreature Před 3 lety

      That goes for anywhere, but yeah. I think the sledders after snow storms leave a lot of it. I've pulled off in a bunch of turn outs and find so much busted up plastic from broken discarded sleds.

  • @Dashynene
    @Dashynene Před 5 lety

    It’s September not October

  • @acme4fun547
    @acme4fun547 Před 4 lety

    $2,000 later.......

  • @CaptainArt777
    @CaptainArt777 Před 4 lety

    Do we really have to see your faces time after time? Food? I always fond it boring to see a guy eat and show us what the food looks like. Really, who cares. Only a hand full. I want to see the area of scenery and interesting points. Showing yourself so many times is seen as you needed to feed your ego. Have a nice day and wish you the best.