Free & Cheap Things to Do in Big Bear Lake, CA

  • The list below includes 90 free or cheap things to do in or near Big Bear Lake, California, including 93 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Fishing, Hiking Trails and Marinas.
  • From Castle Rock Trail to Boulder Bay Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Big Bear Lake and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Redlands, San Bernardino, Yucaipa and Apple Valley.
  • The list below includes 90 free or cheap things to do in or near Big Bear Lake, California, including 93 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Fishing, Hiking Trails and Marinas.
  • From Castle Rock Trail to Boulder Bay Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Big Bear Lake and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Redlands, San Bernardino, Yucaipa and Apple Valley.
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45.8 Miles
Aviation Museums 7000 Merrill Avenue A270 #35, Chino, CA 91710 MoreLess Info
The collection that is the basis of the Yanks Air Museum originally started with just one airplane purchased in 1973. The collection has since grown to include more than 160 aircraft displayed within the Chino airport.
45.9 Miles
90% 174 votes
Hiking Trails Painters Path, Palm Desert, CA MoreLess Info
The Bump & Grind Trail is not considered to be an official trail within the Coachella Valley, but it is quickly becoming a popular range for experienced hikers. It is a moderate to strenuous hike that allows for an elevation gain of roughly 1000 feet in total.
45.9 Miles
- 1 votes
Parks 12532 Carissa Avenue, Chino, CA 91710 MoreLess Info
Bob McLeod Park is 3.5 acres and it features amenities including a playground for children, family and group picnic areas, basketball courts, and an open play area. The park has no restrooms.
45.9 Miles
67% 100 votes
Paintball 8900 McCarty Road, Corona, CA 91710 MoreLess Info
SC Village Paintball & Airsoft Park is a airsoft and paintball park that has hosted games for over 25 years. The park spans 100 acres and features 25 paintball fields with 2 of them reserved specifically for airsoft.
46.0 Miles
70% 10 votes
Scenic Drives Queen Valley Road, CA MoreLess Info
Queen Valley Road is a narrow dirt road which passes through some beautiful views of the valley and is great for a scenic drive. With little change in elevation, the road opens into the valley which has a very quiet and peaceful atmosphere.
46.0 Miles
84% 31 votes
Hiking Trails 4031 N Mills Ave, Claremont, CA 91711 MoreLess Info
Spread over 1,620 acres, the Claremont Hills Wilderness Park is a city nature park which offers hiking, mountain biking, dog walking, and horseback riding. The elevation of the area ranges from 1,800 to 3,000 feet.
46.0 Miles
88% 8 votes
Parks 6571 Schaefer Avenue, Chino, CA 91710 MoreLess Info
A neighborhood park, Cypress Trails Park provides a paved walking trail, open grass fields, a playground, restroom facilities and tennis courts. The park can be used for picnics with shelters, tables and grills available.
46.0 Miles
87% 202 votes
Hiking Trails N Mills Avenue, Claremont, CA 91711 MoreLess Info
Hikers can enjoy a 5 mile trail loop that offers plenty of natural scenery with the Claremont Hills Wilderness Trail. The trail has rest benches and is also good for biking and jogging.
46.1 Miles
94% 370 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas Ramon Road to Thousand Palms Canyon Road, Palm Springs, CA MoreLess Info
A wide range of outdoor activities are available at the Coachella Valley Preserve since the area is considered to be a prominent natural region. Visitors are able to take in the innate beauty and even can enjoy hiking, picnicking, and learn more at the visitor center.
46.1 Miles
94% 16 votes
Hiking Trails 2166 N Mills Avenue, Claremont, CA 91711 MoreLess Info
Claremont Wilderness Trail is a 5 mile hiking trail that goes in a loop through the canyons of Claremont Valley. The trail provides a variety of viewpoints of the natural scenery and features several rest benches.
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