See Big Bear From Above — Helicopter Tours That Deliver Unforgettable Views

Sky High Helicopters — Big Bear Helicopter Tours and Coastal Flights

Sky High Helicopters offers a wide selection of Big Bear helicopter tours and coastal flights designed to showcase dramatic mountain ridgelines, alpine lakes and shoreline panoramas. Popular routes include flights over Big Bear Lake, Butler Peak, Holcomb Valley, Bear Creek Canyon and Van Dusen Canyon for waterfall views and dramatic descents. Coastal tours reveal UCSB, Campus Lagoon and Goleta Beach with sweeping views of the Santa Ynez Mountains and Pacific horizon.

Why choose these helicopter tours? Experienced pilots and carefully planned routes create reliable, photo-friendly flights that highlight regional landmarks. Flights range from focused 20– to 40-minute express loops to longer scenic and canyon descents, and special ghost-tour experiences in Hilo for those seeking something different.

Tours are ideal for photography, family outings, romantic moments and corporate events. Clear preflight briefings, comfortable seating and panoramic views maximize the guest experience.

Featured Big Bear Flights

• Tour Alpha — Soar over Big Bear Lake, Bear Creek Canyon, Bluff Lake and San Gorgonio Peak.
• Tour Bravo — Climb to Butler Peak, view Castle Rock and a hidden 30 ft waterfall in Holcomb Valley.
• Tour Echo — Fly over Jenks Lake and San Gorgonio Peak, ending with a descent through Van Dusen Canyon.
• Tour Tango — Dual flights featuring Butler Peak and ridge-line views of marinas and waterfalls.
• Beach Tour — A coastal helicopter flight over UCSB, Campus Lagoon, Goleta Beach and the Santa Ynez Mountains.

One standout specialty is Hilo After Dark, a 1.5-hour ghost tour exploring haunted hotels and historic sites with guided storytelling and paranormal detection tools for adventurous guests.

Booking online simplifies reservations and provides detailed itineraries so guests know which landmarks and vistas to expect. Weather and airspace conditions guide final routing; experienced pilots adjust every flight to deliver the best possible scenic experience while prioritizing safety.

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Benefits of booking a Sky High Helicopters flight:

• Fast access to remote viewpoints without long hikes.
• Unobstructed 360-degree photography windows.
• Multiple route lengths to match time and budget constraints.
• Local landmark narration from knowledgeable pilots.

Whether the goal is an adrenaline-packed canyon descent, a tranquil lake loop or a coastal photo flight, the variety of tours makes Sky High Helicopters a top choice for aerial sightseeing in Southern California and Hilo. Reserve seats early during peak summer and winter ski season, check available departure times, and choose a tour based on recommended landmarks for photography or family-friendly views.

Flight preparation tips include dressing for changing mountain temperatures, bringing a charged camera, arriving early for check-in and reviewing any weight or health requirements before booking. Weather can affect final flight time, so flexible plans are advised.

Photographers should consider mid-morning or late-afternoon departures for softer light and enhanced contrast on ridgelines and water surfaces. Families can choose shorter loops that still deliver iconic Big Bear Lake vistas without extended flight time.

Bookings are available online and by phone today. Confirm baggage limits, accessibility options and celebratory add-ons. For detailed route maps and the full tour list — Alpha, Bravo, Echo, Tango, Kilo, Delta, Romeo, Juliet and Beach Tour — consult directly the tour guide.