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Big Bear Lake, CA · June 28, 2026 · Swimming

Swim the Bear 2026

Name: Swim the Bear 2026
Start: 2026-06-28
End: 2026-06-28
Location: Big Bear Lake, CA

Race listing by PodiumBase

Big Bear Lake, CA · June 28, 2026 · Swimming

DateJune 28, 2026

LocationBig Bear Lake, CA

DisciplineSwimming

RegistrationClosed

Price$25

Divisions

1.2 MilesDistance

2.4 MilesDistance

1 MilesDistance

About the race

The race.

Swim the Bear is an open water swimming race held on June 28, 2026, at Big Bear Lake in California. The event features three distances: 1 mile, 1.2 miles, and 2.4 miles, with the longer distance covering two laps. The course begins at Swim Beach, extends to Eagle Point, and finishes at Ski Beach Park. Registration includes race apparel, a finisher's medal, and eligibility for awards across junior (under 18), open, and masters (40+) age groups. Cash prizes are awarded to overall male and female winners, with additional awards for age group placers. Finishers receive medals and swag; wetsuits are permitted but ineligible for awards.