The Big Bear Zoo is a fantastic getaway in spring, summer and fall, and is only a few blocks away. Big Bear Lake is just minutes away also, with great swimming, water skiing, jet skiing, boating, and sight-seeing. Off road vehicles and jeeps are great for exploring the local forests, and there are many historical sites along with forest trails that are marked off on maps that can be obtained from the local forest ranger stations around town.
Mountain biking is extremely popular due to the great terrain, and the Mansion is located in the prefect spot for that: lots of winding hills, with close access to the forest.       back

  
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The Mansion is situated about a block from the entrance to the San Bernardino National Forest, and hiking and exploring the forest is a primary activity for guests at any time of the year. Children can toboggan at numerous locations nearby. Other fun sports are  snowmobile and cross country skiing, when weather permits. There are ski lifts nearby that will carry tobogganners uphill, and other toboggan sites where you just have to use your legs and slip and slide.
Skiing and snowboarding is fantastic at Bear Mt  Resort (about 3 blocks away) and Snow Summit, (about 7 blocks), so the Mansion is one of the favorite sites for skiiers from all over the country. There is a ski locker located inside, near the front door as you first walk in.