Big Bear News - Big Bear, CA - The San Bernardino National Forest Service is reminding the public that Gold Fire Forest Closures are in place resulting in heavy fines for violators.. Over the past few days, firefighters have had to stop fire operations in the John Bull trail area numerous times due to people ignoring the Gold Fire Forest Closure orders. Law enforcement … [Read more...] about Heavy Citations Issued for Violators in the Gold Fire Forest Closure Areas
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Smoke Visible from the “Gold Fire” in Holcomb Valley with Continuing Updates
Big Bear News - Big Bear, CA - Monday, August 11, 2025 - The Gold Fire has not grown and is holding at 1069 acres and now at 48% containment. There is a reduction in acreage due to better mapping. Crews in the north, northeastern portion of Marble Canyon will continue working on hazard assessment and mitigation plans. Helicopters will continue to assist with hot spots and flare … [Read more...] about Smoke Visible from the “Gold Fire” in Holcomb Valley with Continuing Updates
Big Bear Lake’s Most Popular Trail Upgraded
Big Bear News - Big Bear Lake, CA — July 10, 2025 - Big Bear Lake’s most popular trail just got a major upgrade! The brand-new Castle Rock Trailhead Parking Lot is officially open at the corner of Big Bear Boulevard and Talbot Drive. No permits, no fees—just easier access and safer parking for hikers and nature lovers. After nearly a decade in planning and construction … [Read more...] about Big Bear Lake’s Most Popular Trail Upgraded
Smoke Visible in Big Bear from the Lake Fire in Silverwood/Hesperia
Big Bear News - Big Bear Lake, CA - A fire in the Silverwood Lake and Hesperia Area, named the Lake Fire, began on Saturday, June 28, 2025 at 4:29pm. This fire does not pose a threat to Big Bear. A shift in the winds late Sunday afternoon has resulted in smoke now visible in the Big Bear Valley. The Lake Fire has burned approximately 485 acres with 0% containment at … [Read more...] about Smoke Visible in Big Bear from the Lake Fire in Silverwood/Hesperia
Jury Convicts Justin Wayne Halstenberg of Starting the Line Fire
KBHR - Big Bear News - San Bernardino CA - A jury in San Bernardino County has convicted Justin Wayne Halstenberg, a Norco resident, of starting the Line Fire in Highland last year. The fire burned 44,000 acres and injured six firefighters. Halstenberg, 35, was found guilty on seven counts related to the Line Fire and two additional counts for another blaze. Charges include … [Read more...] about Jury Convicts Justin Wayne Halstenberg of Starting the Line Fire