North Shore Travel Guide
Fawnskin
Visit North Shore
Popular places to visit
Big Bear Discovery Center
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Big Bear Discovery Center, a lovely green space in Big Bear City. Amble around this quaint area's lakeside or seek out the ski slopes.
Big Bear Solar Observatory
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Big Bear Solar Observatory during your trip to Big Bear City. Wander through the lakeside and lush forest in this quaint area.
North Shore Recreation Area
Explore the lovely green spaces of North Shore Recreation Area and enjoy the ski slopes in Big Bear City. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.
Juniper Point
Explore the lovely green spaces of Juniper Point and enjoy the ski slopes in Big Bear City. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.
Cougar Crest Trailhead
You can take time to visit Cougar Crest Trailhead during your travels to Big Bear City.
Grout Bay Picnic Area
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Grout Bay Picnic Area, a lovely green space in Fawnskin. Amble around this quaint area's lakeside or seek out the ski slopes.
Top hotels in North Shore

Lagonita Lodge
I was amazed at how much I got for what I paid. It’s basically a fully stocked little apartment right on the water. This will be my go-to from now on whenever I’m in town!
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

Lake Arrowhead Resort and Spa
Yes the views were beautiful.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

Sessions Retreat & Hotel
The stay was nice the front desk staff was so nice and very welcoming made our stay even better
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

Chateau Big Bear Boutique Hotel, BW Signature Collection
welcome staff was not friendly , talked with no motion very cold. check out staff was very polite and knowledgeable , breakfast was good.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

The Burgundy
Very clean very nice place Excellent ambience Comfortable bed and nice bathroom Staff were very nice Easy free parking
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

Holiday Inn Resort The Lodge At Big Bear Lake by IHG
Toilet was leaking and the bath tub had water in it when we arrived
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
