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As Big Bear Lake warms up in 2026, the events begin

Vibrant retro-style logo of Big Bear Mountain featuring a mountain silhouette, a stylized dog, and a colorful rainbow circle background for outdoor adventure and dog-friendly travel.
Dog-friendly outdoor adventure logo with mountain, dog silhouette, and rainbow circle, perfect for pet travel and outdoor enthusiasts.

Lights, camera, wag! This March, Big Bear Lake takes center stage with the debut of the reimagined Big Bear Film Festival, March 25–31, 2026. The high-altitude celebration goes beyond the screen, blending film, music, gaming, animation, AI and immersive storytelling. 

Pet parents will find extra charm here—Big Bear has true four-paw star power. Classics like Lassie Come Home and Old Yeller were filmed in these mountains, so your pup will be walking in famous pawprints. Between festival events, enjoy crisp air, forest strolls and welcoming patios together. 

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Introducing the DogTrekker Southern California Portal

Southern California poster with dog in it
Because your dog wants you out of the house!

Sunshine, surf, mountains and deserts, Southern California is a dog lover’s dream. DogTrekker.com’s brand-new SoCal Portal pulls it all together, showcasing the region’s best places to stay, play, hike, dine and splash with your pup.

From laid-back beach towns to high-desert escapes, you’ll find curated guides, local favorites and insider tips across the region. Start planning your next adventure now and remember to Leave Only Paw Prints® along the way. 

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Wagging tails and water play in Big Bear Lake

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

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 humans.

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