Swim the Bear 2026 — Big Bear Lake, CA

Date
June 28, 2026
Location
Big Bear Lake, CA
Venue
41216 Park Ave
Start Time
7:30 AM
Entry Fee
$75.00 – $100.00
Events
Swim the Bear - 1.2 Mile Open Water Swim, Swim the Bear - 2.4 Mile Open Water Swim
Includes
T-Shirt
Register NowRegistration OpenOfficial Race Website
Dive in to this incredible Open Water Swim Race on Big Bear Lake! Join us as we bring a new discipline of endurance sports to Big Bear Lake. Swim the Bear is part of Big Bear’s Paddlefest. This year featuring both 1.2 and 2.4 mile races held back to back. The course starts on the sand at Swim Beach, head out to the tip of Eagle Point, and then returns for an exit onto the grass at Ski Beach Park. 2 Laps for the longer distance! Registration includes: Race SWAG, Finishers Medal, and Awards Eligibility Cash Prize for Overall Male and Female winners. Age Group Winners Awards - Junior (<18), Open, Masters (40+) Average water temperature in August is 70 degrees. Wetsuits are allowed but not eligible for awards.

Hotels Near This Race

Find accommodation close to the start line in Big Bear Lake, CA. Sorted by distance from the race venue. Book early — race weekend hotels fill fast.

RaceHotelFinder earns a small commission when you book through links on this page, at no extra cost to you. Results are sorted by distance from the race venue.

Swim the Bear 2026 — Big Bear Lake, CA

Race day is approaching. Hotels fill up fast.

--Days
:
--Hours
:
--Mins
:
--Secs
Book a hotel for race weekend

Race weekend dates pre-loaded on Booking.com. RaceHotelFinder may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

Race Travel Insurance

Don't forget travel insurance for June 28.

You've trained for months and booked a trip to Big Bear Lake, CA. A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing. Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it, and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run 5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no additional coverage needed.

  • Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
  • Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
  • Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
  • Emergency medical up to $250,000
  • Cancel For Any Reason add-on available
  • 24/7 real-time support
Get a Quote — Faye Travel Insurance

Affiliate links — we may earn a commission at no cost to you. Coverage terms vary by state and plan. Review policy details before purchase.

More Races

Browse all upcoming races in California →

More Swimming events with hotel options →

Other upcoming races in California

16th Annual BEACHFRONT RUN 2026 — Ventura, CAVentura, CAMay 30, 2026From $$20.00
Find Hotels →
2026 Wolfpack Regional Modern Pentathlon Sanctioned by USA Pentathlon Multisport (USAPM) 2026 — San Mateo, CASan Mateo, CAMay 30, 2026From $$35.00
Find Hotels →
5th Annual ProYouth Color Run 2026 — Visalia, CAVisalia, CAMay 30, 2026From $$20.00
Find Hotels →
Beer City Half™ San Jose 2026 — San Jose, CASan Jose, CAMay 30, 2026From $$30.00
Find Hotels →

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Swim the Bear 2026 — Big Bear Lake, CA?

Swim the Bear 2026 — Big Bear Lake, CA takes place on June 28, 2026. The race is held in Big Bear Lake, California.

Where is Swim the Bear 2026 — Big Bear Lake, CA held?

Swim the Bear 2026 — Big Bear Lake, CA is held at 41216 Park Ave in Big Bear Lake, California.

Where can I find hotels near Swim the Bear 2026 — Big Bear Lake, CA?

RaceHotelFinder shows hotels sorted by distance from the race venue in Big Bear Lake. Use the map or list view on this page to compare options and book race weekend accommodation.