Big Bear Lake
FreeOfficial visitor guide to Big Bear Lake, a four season mountain resort in the San Bernardino National Forest.
800 Wildrose Ln · Big Bear Lake, CA
Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain has operated in Big Bear Lake since 1983, offering a chairlift ride to the top of a quarter-mile track where riders control their own sleds down. The park is also home to the Mineshaft Coaster, described as California's first mountain coaster, along with go-karts, and seasonal water slides in summer and snow play in winter. Single slide rides run around 10 dollars, with multi-ride ticket packages available.
General attractions guidance
Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.
Book the time slot, not just the ticket
Timed entry is now the norm at big-draw attractions, and online tickets are often cheaper than the gate.
Grab the daily schedule on arrival
Feeding times, keeper talks, and shows run on a posted timetable that changes day to day.
The first hour is the quietest
Queues build through late morning and peak after lunch, so an early start buys you the shortest waits.
Budget past the ticket price
Parking, lockers, strollers, and food inside the gates are common extras worth planning for.
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Official visitor guide to Big Bear Lake, a four season mountain resort in the San Bernardino National Forest.
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