California Travel News

Are you looking for new summer thrills on the mountain? Big Bear Lake recently introduced the New Zealand style jet boat ride, an attraction that twists and spins passengers for a 30-minute thrill ride. Similar to the Indiana Jones ride at Disneyland, but more exciting, a local watersports provided on the Lake discovered the attraction last year in New Zealand which is recognized as the extreme sports capital. The 12-passenger jet boat has an all aluminum body with a modified “v” bottom and Hamilton Jet Drive Unit, for easy maneuverability and tricks. A 375 horsepower 8.1 liter fuel injected Kodiak big block marine engine powers this water wonder.

Wally Weber, owner and operator of Big Bear Parasail and Watersports, caught sight of a jet boat at Lake Wakitipu twisting, turning and nose dipping without capsizing, and he knew right away it would be a big hit at Big Bear Lake.

Throughout the 30 minute tour passengers experience a wild and adventurous ride along with narrative of the Lake’s attractions such as Garstin Island and the Solar Observatory. At the end of the tour a grand finale finish includes a Hamilton, 180 degree spin for a ride you won’t forget. (Most people want to do it again, in fact.) The cost is $29 for adults and $19 for kids 12 and under. For more information call 909-866-4359 or visit www.bigbearparasail.net.