In response to active wildfires affecting parts of Los Angeles County and surrounding areas, Visit Big Bear has coordinated with local lodging providers to offer discounted and flexible accommodations to evacuees. Many are waiving pet fees and offering extra supplies. Visit Big Bear is updating information daily for lodging, food vouchers and more. Any individual or family with a mandatory or voluntary evacuation notice due to LA-area fires is encouraged to contact Visit Big Bear by phone, (800) 424-4232, via chat on their website, or by contacting participating properties directly.
What Is Being Offered
Hotels, cabins, and rental properties in Big Bear are currently offering rooms at significantly reduced prices for evacuees. Along with these discounted rates, many lodging partners have relaxed their cancellation rules, extended check-out times, and waived certain fees—including those for pets—in order to accommodate displaced residents. Additionally, some properties are providing essential supplies, such as toiletries and food staples, to assist families who arrive with limited belongings.
How to Access Assistance
Evacuees can begin by calling Visit Big Bear’s main office, 800-424-4232 for a list of discounted properties and up-to-date information on availability. In addition, Visit Big Bear maintains a regularly updated page that details these special lodging offers and provides direct contact information for hotels and rental agencies. Local nonprofits and community groups are also collaborating with Visit Big Bear, offering resources such as meal vouchers, clothing, and counseling services to further support those impacted by the fires.
Community Response
Beyond discounted lodging, Big Bear’s restaurants, shops, and outdoor recreation businesses have stepped in to offer special deals and, in some cases, free services to fire evacuees. Residents of the area have also organized small donation drives to ensure that families in need receive basic necessities. Big Bear is doing everything it can to ease the burden on families and individuals affected by the wildfires.
