Rider: Derek Herman, Photo: Rich White

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Big Bear Lake Canoe / Kayak Paddle Trip Guide
The only detailed guide to paddling on Big Bear Lake

There are three great paddling spots on Big Bear Lake

Grout Bay has marshes and beaver dams to explore,
it is also next to a bald eagle preserve
where frequent sitings are noted.
The Grout Bay picnic area is a nice place to launch.
(Northwest side of the lake near town of Fawnskin)

Boulder Bay, on the southwest side of the lake
next to highway 18 is the most picturesque spot on the lake and
has a large parking area where you can launch.
Large boulders jut out of the water in a small bay.

China Island is a small island with oriental styled cottages
between Boulder Bay and the dam.
Paddle west from Boulder Bay
along the shore and you can't miss it.
It was built before the water rose after they built the damn.

Paddling oportunities at the above spots are diminished
if the lake is more than 11 feet below full.
Check Current Big Bear Lake Conditions

Lake Statistics
Elevation 6743'
Length 7 miles
Average Lake Width 1/2 mile
Shoreline 22 miles
Maximum Water Depth 72' 4"
Average Water Depth 35'
Lake Storage Capacity 73,370 Acre Feet