Marina and boat rentals · Big Bear Lake
Big Bear Marina review
Big Bear Marina is a full-service marina in Big Bear Lake. It rents pontoon and fishing boats and waverunners, runs guided charters and has a fishing tackle shop. Its hours follow sunrise, sunset and the weather rather than fixed dates.
- Best for: Renting a boat
- Season: Weather permitting
- Our score 6.8/10
At a glance
- Marina and boat rentals
- 500 Paine Court, Big Bear Lake
- Reservations required
- Pontoon and fishing boats: 18 or older with a driver's license; waverunners: 21 or older
- Best for: renting a boat
- Official website: bigbearmarina.com
Our score
6.8 /10
Competitive prices and helpful staff; busy on weekends like every marina on the lake.
- The experience itself 7
- Value 8
- Crowds and wait 5
- Setting and access 7
What it is known for
Reviewers describe its rental prices as competitive and the staff as knowledgeable and helpful.
The boats are described as well maintained, and weekends are busy.
Strengths and limits
Pros
- Competitive rental prices
- Helpful staff
- Wide choice of boats
Cons
- Busy on weekends
- A plain marina setting
Before you go
Do I need a boating license?
No. Pontoon and fishing boat renters must be 18 with a valid driver's license and a credit card, and waverunner renters 21, per the marina's rental FAQ.
Do I need to book?
Yes. Reservations are required through the booking link on the marina's own site.
Can I fish?
Yes. Anglers 16 and older need a fishing license, and the marina has a tackle shop.
Where it is
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Who reviewed this
Jenna Whitcomb
Local guide editor
Jenna Whitcomb edits Near Big Bear. Every place on this page was checked against the business's own website and OpenStreetMap on the date below.
- Updated
- September 22, 2026