Swim the Bear
- Date
- June 28, 2026
- Distance
- Swim the Bear - 1.2 Mile Open Water Swim · Swim the Bear - 2.4 Mile Open Water Swim
From the Organizer
Dive in to this incredible Open Water Swim Race on Big Bear Lake!
Join us as we bring a new discipline of endurance sports to Big Bear Lake. Swim the Bear is part of Big Bear’s Paddlefest. This year featuring both 1.2 and 2.4 mile races held back to back. The course starts on the sand at Swim Beach, head out to the tip of Eagle Point, and then returns for an exit onto the grass at Ski Beach Park. 2 Laps for the longer distance!
Registration includes: Race SWAG, Finishers Medal, and Awards Eligibility
Cash Prize for Overall Male and Female winners.
Age Group Winners Awards - Junior (<18), Open, Masters (40+)
Average water temperature in August is 70 degrees.
Wetsuits are allowed but not eligible for awards.
Distances & Pricing
Race Location
About This Sport
From Endurance Grid's Founder
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
Swimming events drop you into something that demands navigation, feel, and focus all at once. It's a sport that rewards the quietly competitive — the ones who do the work in the water before anyone's watching.
Open Water Swimming
Open water races from 1 mile to marathon distance. Just you, the water, and whatever you've got left.
Coming Up
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MPSF Open Water Championships - Masters/Open 5 Kilometer and 1 Kilometer Open Water Swim
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Swim the Bear?
- Swim the Bear is a swimming event held in Big Bear Lake, CA. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the Swim the Bear?
- Sunday, June 28, 2026 in Big Bear Lake, CA at 41216 Park Ave, Big Bear Lake, CA. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Swim the Bear?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
Swim the Bear
Jun 28, 2026