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Place in California, United States
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Bear Valley is a small community in Alpine County, California in the United States of America. It has a population of around 130.
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Winter and summer sports: skiing, snowboarding, biking, hiking, etc.
12 musical events and numerous community events, including BBQs and a Teddy Bear Picnic.
A celebration of outdoors sports such as mountain biking and rock climbing.
Fine dining
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Pets are not allowed.
Cabins and tent cabins.
California State Route 4 is the only road leading to Bear Valley. SR 4 comes from Markleeville to the north-east and Angels Camp to the south-west.
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