Lifeguarded Beaches in Big Bear Lake

Big Bear Lake has only ONE lifeguarded beach: McDill Swim Beach at Meadow Park. All other beaches are swim-at-your-own-risk. Here's everything you need to know about supervised vs. unsupervised swimming options.

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McDill Swim Beach at Meadow Park

Lifeguard Swimming

Fee: Small admission fee (call for rates)

Season: June 22 - August 31 (noon-5pm, closed Tuesdays)

Phone: (909) 866-9700

McDill Swim Beach at Meadow Park is Big Bear Lake's premier family swimming destination and the only beach with lifeguard supervision. After being clo...

Water Safety Tips

McDill Swim Beach is the ONLY lifeguarded beach at Big Bear Lake
Lifeguards typically on duty June-August, dawn to dusk
All other Big Bear beaches are swim-at-your-own-risk
Children should always be supervised near water, even at lifeguarded beaches
Water temperature is cold (65-70°F in summer) due to 6,750+ ft elevation
Stay within 50 feet of shore or 20 feet from a dock per regulations

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