Big Bear Discovery Center

The Big Bear Discovery Center is operated by the San Bernardino National Forest as the primary visitor and interpretive center for the Bear Valley. Inside: wildlife exhibits, topographic relief map of the valley, gift shop, and ranger-staffed information. This is also where you buy Adventure Passes (required for parking at most forest trailheads) and where guided ranger programs depart in the summer. Direct access to the Alpine Pedal Path runs right out the back.