Jackalope Hideout’s Guidebook
Food scene
Tropicali (not sure why it's listed as BB Local here). Hands down Best Poke in SoCal. The line can be out the door most days but it goes fast. AMAZING cold brew coffee too. Vegan option w/ the tofu bowl.
231 locals recommend
Big Bear Local
40616 Village DrTropicali (not sure why it's listed as BB Local here). Hands down Best Poke in SoCal. The line can be out the door most days but it goes fast. AMAZING cold brew coffee too. Vegan option w/ the tofu bowl.
Epic donuts (vegan & GF too) They also serve sandwiches in the afternoon. If you have a dog, grab a doggie donut for them!
169 locals recommend
Dank Donuts
42612 Moonridge RdEpic donuts (vegan & GF too) They also serve sandwiches in the afternoon. If you have a dog, grab a doggie donut for them!
For a fancy night out. Large selection of cocktails. Can get crowded on weekends.
307 locals recommend
Oakside
40701 Village DrFor a fancy night out. Large selection of cocktails. Can get crowded on weekends.
California Cuisine, farm-to-table experience, with everything made from scratch. Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Indoor and outdoor seating options (weather-dependent)
Stella Luna
California Cuisine, farm-to-table experience, with everything made from scratch. Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Indoor and outdoor seating options (weather-dependent)
Big Bear Coffee Roasting Company
41080 Big Bear BlvdLocally roasted coffee
It's a bar. They have beer. They have food (including a few vegan options).
93 locals recommend
Kallans Bar And Grill
44761 Barton Ln NIt's a bar. They have beer. They have food (including a few vegan options).
Maggio's Pizza
42160 Big Bear BlvdPizza!
Located at the BB Convention Center.
Open Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Wednesdays feature country dancing with a a DJ and Fridays and Saturdays
73 locals recommend
Wyatt's Grill and Saloon
42900 Big Bear BlvdLocated at the BB Convention Center.
Open Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Wednesdays feature country dancing with a a DJ and Fridays and Saturdays
Small, old school diner with massive flapjacks. Gets crowded on the weekends.
516 locals recommend
Grizzly Manor Cafe
41268 Big Bear BlvdSmall, old school diner with massive flapjacks. Gets crowded on the weekends.
Classic, well-spiced Indian dishes such as tandoori lamb plus vegetarian options in a relaxing room. Some vegan options.
253 locals recommend
Himalayan Restaurant
672 Pine Knot AveClassic, well-spiced Indian dishes such as tandoori lamb plus vegetarian options in a relaxing room. Some vegan options.
Cute walk up place serving sweet & savory crepes, organic coffee and a doggie meal :)
86 locals recommend
Cafe Crepe
41003 Big Bear BlvdCute walk up place serving sweet & savory crepes, organic coffee and a doggie meal :)
Comfort foods of Mexico & Bolivia share the menu with burgers & other American eats. Beer, wine and cocktails too.
46 locals recommend
Gaby's Latin Flavors
41618 Big Bear BlvdComfort foods of Mexico & Bolivia share the menu with burgers & other American eats. Beer, wine and cocktails too.
Casual setting with indoor & outdoor seating serves all-American dishes plus beer, wine & cocktails.
507 locals recommend
Peppercorn Grille
553 Pine Knot AveCasual setting with indoor & outdoor seating serves all-American dishes plus beer, wine & cocktails.
Big Bear Lake Brewing Company
40827 Stone RdLocal brewery with lots of beer and food options.
15 minute drive (without traffic) from the cabin.
House microbrews, homemade chili & pub grub in a cozy historic space. Dog friendly :)
92 locals recommend
Big Bear Mountain Brewery
40260 Big Bear Blvd15 minute drive (without traffic) from the cabin.
House microbrews, homemade chili & pub grub in a cozy historic space. Dog friendly :)
Moonridge Coffee Company
42646 Moonridge RdCoffee shop with a variety of breakfast food options.
Old school breakfast, burgers & BBQ offered in a relaxed environment with outdoor patio seating.
81 locals recommend
Thelma's Family Restaurant
337 W Big Bear BlvdOld school breakfast, burgers & BBQ offered in a relaxed environment with outdoor patio seating.
Old school restaurant serving up hearty portions. Can get busy on the weekends.
276 locals recommend
Lumberjack Cafe
1001 W Big Bear BlvdOld school restaurant serving up hearty portions. Can get busy on the weekends.
Broadway Cafe
1117 W Big Bear BlvdCozy cafe with sandwiches, burgers, etc.
Cozy counter-serve diner featuring American favorites like burgers, fries & all-day breakfast.
90 locals recommend
Mountain Munchies
42171 Big Bear BlvdCozy counter-serve diner featuring American favorites like burgers, fries & all-day breakfast.
Down-to-earth restaurant offering Mexican, Asian, American & European dishes, plus patio seating.
56 locals recommend
Santana Mavericks Bar N Grill
41072 Big Bear BlvdDown-to-earth restaurant offering Mexican, Asian, American & European dishes, plus patio seating.
The Pines Tavern On The Lake
330 Alden RdEnjoy a bloody Mary while looking out over the lake.
Upscale lakeside restaurant serving steak, seafood, pasta & wine in classic surroundings.
265 locals recommend
The Pines Lakefront
350 Alden RdUpscale lakeside restaurant serving steak, seafood, pasta & wine in classic surroundings.
Barrel 33
40754 Village DrWine bar & tapas. They often have live music too. Dog friendly!
Outdoor Activities
The Cougar Crest Trailhead is located on North Shore Drive, State Highway 38, about 10 minutes from Jackalope Hideout.
On the Cougar Crest Trail you will walk through a wide variety of natural environments. The first mile is a gentle uphill climb, but after a mile or so you will realize you are gaining altitude. The Cougar Crest Trail ends at the juncture of the world famous 2,650-mile Pacific Crest Trail. Bicycles are not permitted on the PCT.
258 locals recommend
Cougar Crest Trailhead
Cougar Crest TrailThe Cougar Crest Trailhead is located on North Shore Drive, State Highway 38, about 10 minutes from Jackalope Hideout.
On the Cougar Crest Trail you will walk through a wide variety of natural environments. The first mile is a gentle uphill climb, but after a mile or so you will realize you are gaining altitude. The Cougar Crest Trail ends at the juncture of the world famous 2,650-mile Pacific Crest Trail. Bicycles are not permitted on the PCT.
Spacious zoo housing wildlife in need & rehabilitating them for return to their natural environment.
Located about 11 minutes from the cabin.
723 locals recommend
Big Bear Alpine Zoo
42801 Club View DrSpacious zoo housing wildlife in need & rehabilitating them for return to their natural environment.
Located about 11 minutes from the cabin.
Paved, flat path for bikers, runners and walkers. Meanders along the lake.
194 locals recommend
Alpine Pedal Path Trail 1E50
740 Stanfield CutoffPaved, flat path for bikers, runners and walkers. Meanders along the lake.
Snow Summit
880 Summit BlvdWinter = Snow sports
Summer = Mountain biking & hiking
Year-round facility offers winter bobsled tracks & summer water slides, accessed via a chairlift.
Located about 15 minutes from the cabin.
652 locals recommend
Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain
800 Wildrose LnYear-round facility offers winter bobsled tracks & summer water slides, accessed via a chairlift.
Located about 15 minutes from the cabin.
Closest dog park to the cabin. Located about 7 minutes away.
It also has a 9 hole disc golf course if you're into that.
Bark Park Dog Park
2080 Erwin Ranch RdClosest dog park to the cabin. Located about 7 minutes away.
It also has a 9 hole disc golf course if you're into that.
Skiing, snowboarding, mtn biking, hiking.
About a 14 minute drive to get there from the cabin.
870 locals recommend
Bear Mountain Ski Resort
43101 Goldmine DrSkiing, snowboarding, mtn biking, hiking.
About a 14 minute drive to get there from the cabin.
Family-friendly resort with snowy slopes for tubing, plus a magic carpet ride back up to the top.
About a 6 minute drive from the cabin.
489 locals recommend
Big Bear Snow Play
42825 Big Bear BlvdFamily-friendly resort with snowy slopes for tubing, plus a magic carpet ride back up to the top.
About a 6 minute drive from the cabin.
Bear Mountain Golf Course
Golf.
Big Bear Lake's premier place for boat rentals, waverunner rentals, wakeboarding and skiing guide, fishing charters & tackle shop.
About a 15 minute drive from the cabin.
277 locals recommend
Big Bear Marina
500 Paine CtBig Bear Lake's premier place for boat rentals, waverunner rentals, wakeboarding and skiing guide, fishing charters & tackle shop.
About a 15 minute drive from the cabin.
Popular & steep hike with a 500-ft. elevation gain culminating at a rocky outcrop with lake views. Dogs allowed. Parking can be a hassle on weekends so get there early.
Castle Rock Trail, California, USA
Popular & steep hike with a 500-ft. elevation gain culminating at a rocky outcrop with lake views. Dogs allowed. Parking can be a hassle on weekends so get there early.
Shorter, fun climbs in an idyllic Alpine setting. Weekends get crowded. Might need 4x4 or high-clearance vehicle to access some of the areas.
Holcomb Valley Pinnacles
Shorter, fun climbs in an idyllic Alpine setting. Weekends get crowded. Might need 4x4 or high-clearance vehicle to access some of the areas.
Big Bear Solar Observatory
40386 N Shore LnBooked tour needed to get inside.
10 minute drive from the cabin.
The Discovery Center features educational exhibits and hands-on activities regarding the natural environment and wildlife in the region. There is a large outdoor natural playground for kids and adults. Can be closed seasonally, check the website before visiting.
488 locals recommend
Big Bear Discovery Center
10 minute drive from the cabin.
The Discovery Center features educational exhibits and hands-on activities regarding the natural environment and wildlife in the region. There is a large outdoor natural playground for kids and adults. Can be closed seasonally, check the website before visiting.
Head along a wide variety of terrains, on several trails, all with spectacular vistas. These rides are geared to the experience of the rider - available all day. Reservations suggested.
90 locals recommend
Baldwin Lake Stables
46475 Pioneer Town RdHead along a wide variety of terrains, on several trails, all with spectacular vistas. These rides are geared to the experience of the rider - available all day. Reservations suggested.
Bike rentals in the summer.
Ski/Snowboard rentals in the winter.
56 locals recommend
Goldsmith's Sports
42071 Big Bear BlvdBike rentals in the summer.
Ski/Snowboard rentals in the winter.
Boat, paddle board & kayak rentals on the north/west portion of the lake. Small food stand and picnic area. Seasonal disc golf "course" when the lake is low.
242 locals recommend
Captain John's Fawn Harbor & Marina
39369 N Shore DrBoat, paddle board & kayak rentals on the north/west portion of the lake. Small food stand and picnic area. Seasonal disc golf "course" when the lake is low.
Convenient parking lot right at the corner of Big Bear Boulevard and Stanfield Cutoff. It's a 7 minute drive from the cabin.
East of the parking lot is a boardwalk along Baker's Pond, The Stanfield Marsh boardwalk, an easy 1.6-mile walk, along the edge of Baker's Pond, offering stunning views and prime wildlife-watching opportunities.
Bring Your Dog and Watch for Wildlife
Stanfield Marsh is leash-friendly, making it a perfect spot for your dog to get some exercise and sniff out new smells.
35 locals recommend
Stanfield Marsh Wildlife and Waterfowl Preserve
42300 Big Bear BlvdConvenient parking lot right at the corner of Big Bear Boulevard and Stanfield Cutoff. It's a 7 minute drive from the cabin.
East of the parking lot is a boardwalk along Baker's Pond, The Stanfield Marsh boardwalk, an easy 1.6-mile walk, along the edge of Baker's Pond, offering stunning views and prime wildlife-watching opportunities.
Bring Your Dog and Watch for Wildlife
Stanfield Marsh is leash-friendly, making it a perfect spot for your dog to get some exercise and sniff out new smells.
Located just a few minutes away from the cabin these meandering trails are a great spot to experience nature. The trails are open to mountain bikes and dogs.
Maple Hill Trails
Baldwin LaneLocated just a few minutes away from the cabin these meandering trails are a great spot to experience nature. The trails are open to mountain bikes and dogs.
We are now booking trips for the upcoming season! We will begin fishing April 1st (weather permitting). Lake will be even fuller than last year and we've been receiving trout plants throughout the winter. Just give us a call to secure your trip.
7 locals recommend
Cantrell Fishing Guide Service
400 Pine Knot AveWe are now booking trips for the upcoming season! We will begin fishing April 1st (weather permitting). Lake will be even fuller than last year and we've been receiving trout plants throughout the winter. Just give us a call to secure your trip.
Parking area for Pineknot trail which leads to Skyline trail. Excellent for trail running.
59 locals recommend
Aspen Glen Picnic Area
40105 Mill Creek RdParking area for Pineknot trail which leads to Skyline trail. Excellent for trail running.
GetBoards in Big Bear Lake offers some of the best bike, kayak, and paddle board rentals. They specialize in a large selection of top quality equipment, clean, regularly maintained, and inspected by our knowledgeable certified staff.
At Veteran's Park private dock, the equipment is already on the water and our dock staff will assist launching your rentals. At Boulder Bay, it is a self launching location where you will be provided carts for all equipment and you launch yourself from the shore. There is a $3.00 lake permit fee that is charged per vessel rented.
Whether you're a first-timer learning the basics of paddle boarding or a kayak enthusiast looking to find the best spots on Big Bear Lake, our experienced staff with provide you with expert advice. AND we include a free map with all of our rentals!
Want to bring along your furry friend to Big Bear Lake? All our kayaks and paddle boards are pet friendly! Your pup can ride with you anywhere on the lake at no extra cost! For peace of mind, we do offer dog life jackets for rental for only $8!
227 locals recommend
Getboards- Kayak, Sups & Bike Rentals
40905 Big Bear BlvdGetBoards in Big Bear Lake offers some of the best bike, kayak, and paddle board rentals. They specialize in a large selection of top quality equipment, clean, regularly maintained, and inspected by our knowledgeable certified staff.
At Veteran's Park private dock, the equipment is already on the water and our dock staff will assist launching your rentals. At Boulder Bay, it is a self launching location where you will be provided carts for all equipment and you launch yourself from the shore. There is a $3.00 lake permit fee that is charged per vessel rented.
Whether you're a first-timer learning the basics of paddle boarding or a kayak enthusiast looking to find the best spots on Big Bear Lake, our experienced staff with provide you with expert advice. AND we include a free map with all of our rentals!
Want to bring along your furry friend to Big Bear Lake? All our kayaks and paddle boards are pet friendly! Your pup can ride with you anywhere on the lake at no extra cost! For peace of mind, we do offer dog life jackets for rental for only $8!
Groceries
Community Market
100 E Big Bear BlvdCloset market to the cabin
Locally owned grocery store. Usually better prices than Vons.
297 locals recommend
Stater Bros. Markets
42171 Big Bear BlvdLocally owned grocery store. Usually better prices than Vons.
Relaxation
Altitudes Massage
42184 Moonridge RoadBest place for a massage
Locally owned yoga studio with a variety of classes.
Friday night candlelit yoga is SO relaxing!
11 locals recommend
Mountain Yoga Center
41957 Big Bear BoulevardLocally owned yoga studio with a variety of classes.
Friday night candlelit yoga is SO relaxing!
Services: Body waxing, Hairstyling, Manicure, Pedicure, Skin treatments, Massage Therapy, Skin Care
13 locals recommend
Elevations Day Spa
42007 Fox Farm RdServices: Body waxing, Hairstyling, Manicure, Pedicure, Skin treatments, Massage Therapy, Skin Care
Other things to do
Location of the seasonal Farmer's Market (April-September)
Oktoberfest (mid-September through November)
Maifest (May)
54 locals recommend
Big Bear Lake Convention Center
42900 Big Bear BlvdLocation of the seasonal Farmer's Market (April-September)
Oktoberfest (mid-September through November)
Maifest (May)
Hood Growers
743 Bear Mountain RdYour friendly, knowledgable neighborhood plant nursery. Open on the weekends.
Hardware Stores
Butcher's True Value Hardware
41860 Big Bear BlvdLocal hardware store
Local hardware store with a variety of goods.
About a 9 minute drive from the cabin.
26 locals recommend
DIY Home Center
42146 Big Bear BlvdLocal hardware store with a variety of goods.
About a 9 minute drive from the cabin.
Laundromats
Closest laundromat to the cabin. About a 3 minute drive from the cabin.
6 locals recommend
Sugar Tub Laundromat
152 Maple LnClosest laundromat to the cabin. About a 3 minute drive from the cabin.
Laundromat
Big Bear BoulevardSecond choice for the town's laundromat. About a 9 minute drive from the cabin.