Imagekind Gallery BigBear

Fall Colors-Big Bear Lake, CA

Winter Sunrise In Meadow Glen, Big Bear Lake, CA

As the sun rises in this winter landscape, the tops of the snow-encrusted pines begin to glow with the first light of day.

Hardy Fisherman Big Bear Lake

This hardy fisherman is undaunted by the first snow of the season in Big Bear Lake, CA

Summer Afternoon Cruise on Big Bear Lake

Billowy clouds rise above Big Bear Lake, CA as summer boaters cruise the shoreline

New Big Bear Bridge

Aerial of Big Bear Lake, CA in Winter

Big Bear Lake, CA is located at 6750' elev. in the San Bernardino Mts. of southern California. This aerial view was shot at 9000' looking west toward the dam.

Sunrise Over Stanfield Marsh, Big Bear Lake, CA

The still waters of Stanfield Marsh reflect the morning sun rising over the valley of Big Bear Lake, CA

North Shore of Big Bear Lake First Snow

The first snow of winter whitens the shoreline of Big Bear Lake, CA in the mountains of southern California

Fall Colors Boulder Bay, Big Bear, CA

October brings fall colors to the shores of Boulder Bay in Big Bear Lake, CA.

Cloud Reflections-Big Bear Lake, CA

Summer Clouds reflect in the still waters of Big Bear Lake, CA at 6750' elevation in the San Bernardino Mountains of southern California.

Flying High Above Big Bear Lake

"Getting some big air on the ski slopes above Big Bear Lake, CA, this skier had the usual gorgeous views and sunny days that Snow Summit in Big Bear Lake, CA is known for!"

Sunrise, Big Bear Lake, CA

“One of my favorite Big Bear shooting locations is Juniper Point. Sunrise with the right combination of clouds produces dramatic sky colors reflected off the water.”

First Snow Big Bear Lake

A bright morning sun highlights the first snow of the season over Big Bear Lake, CA

Pine Knot in Autumn

“Pine Knot Avenue, in the village of Big Bear Lake, is landscaped with many different hardwoods which all turn beautiful colors in the fall.”

Autumn Oak Leaves

“Strong back-lighting brings out the brilliant colors of these oak leaves in autumn.”

Autumn Maple Leaves

“Golden maple leaves are seen throughout Big Bear in the fall.”

San Gorgonio Wilderness

“Mt. San Gorgonio, at 11,499’ above sea level, is the highest mountain in southern California, and the centerpiece of the San Gorgonio National Wilderness.”

Snow Summit in Big Bear Lake, CA

“At 8200’ above sea level, Snow Summit Ski Area in the San Bernardino Mts. of southern California, provides a unique vantage point to photograph the lake and mountains of Big Bear Lake, CA.”

Summer Big Bear Lake

“My favorite of view of Big Bear Lake is from the boulders on the ridge just south of the dam. It’s a tough climb up, but the scenery is spectacular.”

Heron Sunrise Big Bear Lake

“As I wander around the shore of Big Bear Lake looking for photos, I often see Great Blue Heron. On this particular morning I found one wading in the shallows. My camera was ready when it suddenly rose into flight and disappeared.”

Boulder Bay Island Pine

“Big Bear lake is not often glassy calm, as it was the morning I make this photograph. The lone pine on this small island, and its reflection in the water, becomes a focal point for this view of Boulder Bay.”

San Gorgonio behind Big Bear Lake

“This image, taken on the ridge north of Big Bear Lake, shows Snow Summit Ski area on the south shore, and in the distance, Mt. San Gorgonio, at 11,499’, the highest mountain in southern California.”

Rock Reflections--Glassy Water on Big Bear Lake

“I like this composition of rocks reflecting in the water of Big Bear Lake—for its simplicity and clean lines, as well as the fact that this lake is rarely glass calm, due to its high altitude.”

Ducks at Sunrise Near Edge of Ice Big Bear Lake

“While out looking for a colorful sunrise to photograph, I chanced upon this flock of ducks enjoying the last bit of open water as winter ice was closing in on Big Bear Lake.”

Bald Eagle in Snow

“Bald eagles arrive in Big Bear every November from their northern summer homes. From their high perches atop pines around the lake, they are able to hunt for aquatic life and survive our relatively mild winters.”

Finches in Snow

“The Cassin’s finch is another winter bird commonly found throughout Big Bear. It’s bright red coloring becomes brilliant against a fresh snowfall and the green pine boughs of its perch.”

Gray Squirrel

“Gray squirrels abound in mountains around Big Bear Lake. Great tree climbers, they build nests high in the trees and feed off seeds and acorns on the ground. Fun to watch, and good subject matter for a photographer.”

Snowy Shoreline Big Bear Lake

“Winter snow clouds obscure the top of Snow Summit, in this view of Big Bear Lake, CA.”

Ranges of Blue--San Bernardino Mts.

“I particular like the shades of blue in these rippling ridges in the southern section of the San Bernardino Mountain Range. In the far background is Mt. San Jacinto, at 10,834', the highest mountain in the San Jacinto Range."

Big Bear Lake Under Ice

“I shot this photo just after a winter storm dumped much snow in Big Bear. It was near zero that morning, and the air was sharp and clear. Perfect for great photos….”

Big Bear Lake--Winter Wonderland--from Snow Summit

“Big Bear lake is 6, 750’ above sea level. The southern rim of the valley is approximately 8200’, giving a good view of the lake under ice in this winter shot.”

X Country Ski Tracks Big Bear Lake, CA

“We’re always looking for lines and curves when trying to make a good photograph. These X-country ski tracks draw your eye through this photo along the North Shore of Big Bear Lake, CA.