Lake Use Permit Fees
Lake Use Permits are required for all vessels on Big Bear Lake.
This includes rigid hulled and inflatable Stand-Up Paddle Boards (SUPs), Kayaks, Canoes, and Float Tubes. You can purchase permits at either of the Public Launch Ramps, the BBMWD Main Office*, and at many of the private marinas. The BBMWD also offers a Mail-In Permit form if you would like to receive your permit by mail. Please keep in mind that the Mail-In Permit form will take extra time as it requires processing and is subject to Postal Service timelines.
*Please note that the BBMWD Main Office does not do inspections on any vessels
Mail-In Permit Request Form not available at this time
Permit Fees for 2026
Registered Vessels
- Motorized vessels up to 26 feet and sailboats over 8 feet in length, power boats, personal watercraft, eFoil boards
- All vessels must have current state registration.
| Seasonal Permit | Valid April 1, 2026 - March 31, 2027 | $148 |
|---|---|---|
| The amount of a single daily permit may be applied toward the purchase of a seasonal permit | ||
| Daily Permit Rates | Consecutive days must be purchased during single transaction. | |
| One Day | $46.00 | |
| Two Day | $68.00 | |
| Three Day | $91.00 |
Non-Registered Vessels
Non-motorized vessels and sailboats 8 feet or less in length, kayaks, canoes, sailboards, stand-up paddleboards, fishing float tubes
| Seasonal Permit | Valid April 1, 2026 - March 31, 2027 | $68 |
|---|---|---|
| The amount of a single daily permit may be applied toward the purchase of a seasonal permit | ||
| Daily Permit Rates | Consecutive days must be purchased during single transaction. | |
| One Day | $29 | |
| Two Day | $40 | |
| Three Day | $51 |
- Permits must be displayed on vessel and is non-transferable
- Lake use permits are available at the public launch ramps, the MWD office, and at most marinas.
- Lake use permits may be revoked for violation of any law.
- All vessles must be inspected prior to entry into Big Bear Lake.
- A penalty of $30 will be charged per interaction for violation of invasive species management program.
