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Big Bear Lake Blog

Fall, Fido and film beckon in Big Bear Lake

There’s never been a more perfect time to high tail it to Big Bear Lake! Southern California’s mountain lake escape was just named the #1…

Get your tickets to the Big Bear Film Festival

Lights, camera…wag! This fall, Big Bear Lake is going Hollywood with the debut of the reimagined Big Bear Film Festival running September 24–29, 2025. The high-altitude…

A man and woman with a dog on a stone bench at Big Bear Lake study a map.

Big Bear Lake pet-friendly lodging for every travel tribe

If you’re traveling with the whole pack, planning a romantic retreat or looking for an eco-conscious escape, Big Bear Lake has a dog-friendly stay for…

Maya & Roxanne on a Holloway's Marina & RV Park Pontoon Boat. Photo by Dave Kendrick.

Wagging tails and water play in Big Bear Lake

As the crowds thin, the air cools and the leaves turn, in the fall Big Bear Lake becomes a tranquil playground for dogs and their…

Brindle French Bulldog with white chest on a dirt path among yellow and orange autumn trees, good for fall dog walks at Big Bear Lake.

Fall trails and starry skies in Big Bear Lake

Autumn in Big Bear Lake means crisp mountain air, golden aspens and trails ablaze with fall color—making it the perfect season to hit the trails…

A yellow dog and a brown dog stand next to each other on sand at the water’s edge. Blue water stretches in front of them, while behind, rows of houses climb gentle hills dotted with trees. The scene shows a typical Southern California shoreline beneath a bright, cloudless sky.

Guide to the best dog parks in Southern California

Runyon Canyon Park, Los Angeles Southern California is a canine playground like no other—a sun-soaked region where city sidewalks quickly give way to sandy beaches,…

Leash up and dive in: A dog lover’s guide to California’s state parks and lakes

If your four-legged friend perks up at the mention of trails, lakes and scenic adventures, California’s state parks are calling. From refreshing lakeside romps to…

California’s best dog-friendly sports bars to cheer on your team

From the mountains to the coast to the south, California has no shortage of sports bars that don’t just tolerate dogs—they welcome them. Here’s a…

Paw-some events for the dog days of summer

With summer in full swing, pup-friendly festivals are popping up across California. Lucky dogs can join their people for incredible winery events, block parties, baseball…

This illustrated map of California highlights dog-friendly destinations across the state. The coastline features beaches where people and their dogs play in the surf and run along sandy stretches. Forests in the north show hikers with leashed pets on shaded trails beneath redwoods and pines. In the mountains, skiers navigate snowy slopes alongside dogs fitted with boots or jackets. Major landmarks such as the Golden Gate Bridge, Hollywood sign, Yosemite’s Half Dome, and Lake Tahoe are marked with small groups: travelers accompanied by their dogs exploring city parks or pausing at scenic lookouts. The map uses bold colors to distinguish natural regions—blue for ocean areas, green for forests, white for mountain peaks—and includes labeled icons indicating popular pet-friendly activities throughout California’s diverse landscape.

California’s top tail-wagging destinations: Adventure awaits

Traveling with my dog has always transformed ordinary trips into unforgettable adventures. California, with its wealth of scenic beauty and dog-loving communities, offers some of…

Autocamp russian river dog in wagon. photo by @nowservingboba

Terrific tree-hugging retreats

Imagine waking up beneath towering trees and sipping coffee on your deck with your pup wagging its tail by your

Care For Big Bear

Care For Big Bear is a community-wide campaign that promotes responsible tourism, sustainability, conservation and volunteerism. The program empowers residents