Partner With Us

Discover Big Bear Lake is more than a travel guide — it’s a trusted local resource helping visitors and residents discover the very best of Big Bear Lake.

From restaurants and lodging to outdoor experiences and local events, we highlight the businesses that contribute to the character, quality, and community of this mountain town.

If you’re a business owner, property manager, or event organizer who believes your brand aligns with that mission, we welcome partnership inquiries.

Who We Work With

We collaborate selectively with businesses and organizations that share our values of quality, authenticity, and guest experience.

Restaurants & Cafés

Local dining establishments may request consideration for coverage.

Reviews are conducted independently and anonymously
We do not accept payment in exchange for positive reviews
Submitting a request does not guarantee inclusion
Businesses may submit high-quality photos or media for consideration

Our goal is to provide readers with honest, experience-based insight they can trust.

Vacation Rentals

We work with select vacation rental partners listed on VRBO.

Discover Big Bear Lake is an official VRBO affiliate
Eligible properties may qualify for additional exposure opportunities
We do not work with Airbnb properties at this time

All coverage is subject to editorial review and relevance.

Local Businesses & Attractions

We feature a range of Big Bear Lake businesses, including outdoor guides, retail shops, wellness services, wedding venues, breweries, and more.

Businesses are selected based on relevance, reputation, and value to our audience.

Events & Event Organizers

We highlight events that contribute to the Big Bear Lake experience.

Events are selected based on relevance, timing, and community value
Promotional offers or reader discounts may be requested for select events
Event inclusion is not guaranteed and remains at our discretion

Why Partner With Discover Big Bear Lake

Highly Targeted Audience
Our readers are actively planning trips, exploring activities, and seeking trusted recommendations in Big Bear Lake.

Authentic Exposure
Features are created from first-hand experience, verified information, or local insight — not generic promotional copy.

Long-Term Visibility
Content published on Discover Big Bear Lake is evergreen and optimized for search visibility related to Big Bear Lake.

Extended Reach
Select features may be shared across our social platforms and partner channels, extending visibility beyond our website.

Our Editorial Standards

Discover Big Bear Lake maintains full editorial independence.

We only feature businesses we genuinely believe provide value
Coverage is factual, honest, and experience-based
We reserve the right to decline, edit, update, or remove content at any time
Submitting materials or requesting coverage does not guarantee inclusion

Our credibility depends on reader trust, and we protect that carefully.

Partnership & Advertising Opportunities

Opportunities may include:

Featured business listings
Sponsored articles (clearly disclosed)
Banner or sidebar advertising
Inclusion in seasonal guides or roundups
Collaborative giveaways or reader promotions

Advertising opportunities are limited to avoid oversaturation and maintain editorial integrity.

Legal & Disclosure Information

Discover Big Bear Lake retains full editorial control over all published content
Sponsored or affiliate content is clearly disclosed
Affiliate partnerships (including VRBO) may generate commission at no additional cost to users
We do not guarantee rankings, traffic, conversions, or specific outcomes

Submitting business information or media grants Discover Big Bear Lake permission to use submitted materials for promotional purposes, subject to our standards and terms.

Get in Touch

If you’re interested in partnering with Discover Big Bear Lake, we’d love to hear from you.

👉 Submit a Business or Event
👉 Request Restaurant Consideration
👉 Inquire About Advertising Opportunities

Let’s work together to showcase Big Bear Lake — authentically, responsibly, and with integrity.