Do Not Hike/Bike/Camp Alone (especially at night) Be Aware Of Your Surroundings At All Times. Know Where You're Hiking/Camping and Let Others Know Where You Are.
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The other route is through the high desert, Victorville and Lucerne Valley area, from Hwy.15 to Hwy.18 and up the “back way” to Big Bear. This is probably the safest bet to eliminate traffic and less mountain driving.
The drive up to Big Bear is not for the faint of heart. After the first three curves you may think you have it under control but the highway is full of windy, sudden and sharp turns. As you pass the 3,000-foot elevation sign, things get real.
Winter coats, snow boots, hats and gloves are a must. Snowfall in Big Bear can be unpredictable at times and the night time temperatures drop quickly. Big Bear has plenty of stores that specialize in winter gear. Update your wardrobe before you go home so you will be ready the next time you visit.
The only place you can see Grizzly Bears today is at the Moonridge Animal Park in Big Bear Lake. Years after the demise of the Grizzly, the smaller, less aggressive Black Bear was introduced into the San Bernardino Mountains.
55% of the area is designed for beginners, and is one of the most fun Big Bear Mountain things to do. They have an official beginners' area where you can practice your new skills on the gradual incline of a large hill. The area fills up in the winter, and if you fall, you won't be alone.