Big Bear Lake, CA - We Order Off-Menu at Taco Bell

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Welcome to Big Bear Lake, California, "Southern California's Winter Playground!" Located about 25 miles northeast of San Bernardino, Big Bear Lake has become a popular recreation destination. With a population of just over 5,000, the number of people staying in the area can swell to over 100,000 during many weekends of the year. The area is a popular destination year round destination and as a shooting location for the film industry. The area was used for films including Old Yeller, War Games, Paint Your Wagon, and Better off Dead to name a few. In addition, Heather O'Rourke, the child actress who played Carol Anne in the Poltergeist movie series, lived in the town in the mid-80s. We hope you enjoy our visit to Big Bear Lake!

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