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San Bernardino County Approves Big Bear’s Moon Camp Housing and Marina Project Despite Wildlife Objections

Friends of Big Bear Valley is exploring a $10 million bid to acquire the site after the county’s unanimous vote.

Overview

  • Supervisors voted unanimously Tuesday to approve the 62-acre Moon Camp’s tentative tract map and environmental impact report in Fawnskin on Big Bear Lake’s north shore.
  • The plan calls for roughly 50 residential lots, a 55-slip marina, a new well, road widening, a bike path, and new public lake access.
  • Friends of Big Bear Valley and residents say the project threatens bald eagles Jackie and Shadow by removing foraging areas and increasing noise and light near key perches.
  • Opponents also cite wildfire evacuation risks on a single-lane road and the loss of more than 2,000 trees, while developers say evacuation scenarios were reviewed and approved by the county fire department.
  • RCK Properties says the site lacks sensitive habitat and intends to sell lots for gradual homebuilding, as some locals question affordability; no groundbreaking timeline was provided.