Marina guide
Pleasure Point Landing
Big Bear Lake, San Bernardino County, CA
Overview
Pleasure Point Landing, also listed as Pleasure Point Marina, is a private marina on the south shore of Big Bear Lake at 603 Landlock Landing Rd. in the city of Big Bear Lake. It's one of a handful of lakeside businesses where trailer boaters, renters and slip holders all meet, and for the 2026 season it is one of only two private marinas offering day launches.
What's here
The marina has a boarding float, transient tie-ups, rental slips and moorings, a fuel dock, boat rentals, a convenience store with fishing tackle, a washdown area, haul-out and repair service, dry storage for about 20 boats and a small trailer lot of 6 spaces. It handles boats from 12 to 26 feet, which matches the lake's 26-foot limit.
Boating at Big Bear
Big Bear Lake is managed by the Big Bear Municipal Water District, which runs the permit and invasive-mussel inspection program. Nothing goes in the water without a lake use permit and a passed inspection, and boats must arrive clean, drained and dry. The lake has a 35 mph limit by day, 10 mph after sunset, and slow zones near shore and in the coves.
Before you go
With only six trailer spaces, plan on an early arrival on summer weekends. Call ahead to confirm day-launch availability and inspection hours.
Getting there & access
By road
The marina is at 603 Landlock Landing Rd. on the south side of the lake in the city of Big Bear Lake. Trailer parking is limited to about six spaces, so arrive early on busy days and stage your boat in the lot, not on the ramp.
Launching here
For the 2026 season the Water District reports that day launches at private marinas are available only at Pleasure Point and Big Bear Marina. Expect your boat to be inspected by certified staff before launch, and call the marina to confirm hours and launch fees.
Permits and inspection
Before launching, every boat needs a Big Bear Municipal Water District lake use permit and a passed invasive-mussel inspection. 2026 permits for registered vessels are $148 for the season or $46 for one day; non-registered craft such as kayaks and paddleboards are $68 for the season or $29 for one day. Permits are sold at the public launch ramps, many private marinas and the District office (the office does not inspect boats). In 2026 the District directs all of its own ramp inspections to the East Ramp at 41911 North Shore Dr.
On the water
Big Bear's speed limit is 35 mph, dropping to 10 mph from sunset to 7 a.m. and 5 mph between the shoreline buoys and shore. Skiers and towed riders run counter-clockwise, and towing is allowed only from 7 a.m. to sunset.
Amenities
- Launch — Boarding float; day launches offered in 2026
- Fuel dock — On site
- Slips and moorings — Rental slips, moorings and transient tie-ups
- Boat rentals — Available on site
- Haul-out and repair — Service on site
- Dry storage — About 20 boats
- Washdown area — For rinsing boats and trailers
- Store and tackle — Convenience store with fishing tackle
- Oil disposal and restrooms — Both available
Rules & official resources
- All vessels, motorized and non-motorized, must be inspected and permitted before they enter Big Bear Lake, and must arrive clean, drained and dry
- Lake use permit must be displayed on the vessel and is non-transferable; the 2026 season permit runs April 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027
- Maximum boat length 26 ft and maximum width 9 ft; houseboats are prohibited
- 35 mph maximum; 10 mph from sunset to 7 a.m.; 5 mph between the buoys and shore; 3 mph in Papoose Bay, Canvasback Cove and Mallard Lagoon
- California Boater Card required for all operators of motorized vessels, regardless of age, since January 1, 2025
- Load gear, pull straps and insert bilge plugs in the parking lot, not on the ramp; never leave a vessel or vehicle unattended at the ramp
Common boat service needs here
Winterization and engine service
Big Bear sits high in the San Bernardino Mountains and the boating season is built around spring opening and late-fall closing. Engines, cooling systems and water lines need winterizing before freezing nights, and a spring tune-up before the April opening.
Find Marine Mechanics & Engine Service providers →Clean, drain, dry and washdowns
Boats must reach the lake clean, drained and dry or face decontamination fees, so owners who also visit other lakes rely on thorough wash-and-dry service between trips.
Find Boat Detailing & Washing providers →Covers and canvas
Strong high-altitude sun in summer and snow in winter are hard on Bimini tops, mooring covers and seats, so fitted covers and canvas repair are steady needs for boats left in slips or storage.
Find Canvas, Covers & Upholstery providers →Trailering to the mountain
Most boats arrive by trailer up steep mountain highways and owners with slips still haul out for winter, so transport and haul-out help is common.
Find Boat Transport, Towing & Delivery providers →Guides & FAQs
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Sources
Last verified October 7, 2026