The eagles typically lay eggs in late January. Incubation, hatching, and early chick rearing run through late winter and early spring.

Over the years, Jackie and Shadow have become fan favorites as viewers watch them overcome storms, snow, heat, and the occasional raven or intruding eagle. Their nest sits more than a mile above sea level in the San Bernardino Mountains. Here, changing weather at Big Bear Lake can bring bright sunshine one day and heavy snow the next. That dramatic setting makes every visit to the Big Bear Eagle cam a little different. You may see calm sunrise lake views or intense wind and snow events that test the nest.

Egg-Laying Dates

2018–2019 Mar 6, Mar 9
2019–2020 Jan 8, Jan 11
2020–2021 Jan 6, Jan 9, Jan 13 · Feb 8, Feb 11
2021–2022 Jan 22, Jan 25
2022–2023 Jan 11, Jan 14
2023–2024 Jan 25, Jan 28, Jan 31
2024–2025 Jan 22, Jan 25, Jan 28
2025-2026 Jan 23 – two fledged, Sandy and Luna

The live camera feeds are provided by Friends of Big Bear Valley, a non-profit organization dedicated to protecting the eagles and their habitat. To learn more, read nest updates, or make a donation that helps keep the cameras running. This also supports local conservation, visit friendsofbigbearvalley.org.

Use the wide-angle view to watch the surrounding forest and weather over Big Bear Lake. Switch to the nest view for a close-up look at Shadow and the latest activity at the bald eagle nest. Depending on the season, viewers may see courtship, nest building, egg turning, feeding, eaglet growth, territorial visits, and nighttime activity under infrared lights. Whether you drop in for a quick check or follow the nest throughout the year, the Big Bear Eagle cams offer a front-row view of the changing activity in Shadow’s territory while preserving the remarkable history of Jackie and Shadow.

FAQ

Who are the eagles on the Big Bear Eagle cam?

Jackie and Shadow were the beloved bald eagle pair associated with the Big Bear nest for many years. After Jackie died in August 2026, Shadow continued using the territory and nest. A younger banded eagle known as KD1, now named Kaydee, has since been spending increasing amounts of time around Shadow, including visits to the nest.

Where can I watch the Big Bear Eagle cam live?

You can watch the Big Bear Eagle cam live right here from Big Bear Lake, California. The live cameras provide close-up and wide-angle views of the bald eagle nest, where viewers can follow Shadow and the latest activity around the Big Bear territory throughout the year.

What is the difference between Big Bear Eagle Cam 1 and Cam 2?

Big Bear Eagle Cam 1 provides a closer view of the nest, making it easier to watch the eagles, eggs, eaglets, feeding, and nest activity. Cam 2 offers a wider view of the nest area, surrounding trees, weather, and the landscape around Big Bear Lake.

When do the Big Bear eagles usually lay eggs?

Egg laying at the Big Bear bald eagle nest usually takes place during the winter. In recent seasons, eggs have often been laid in January, although the exact timing can vary from year to year.

What can I see on the Big Bear live eagle cams?

Depending on the season, you may see nest building, courtship, egg laying, incubation, hatching, feeding, eaglet growth, flying practice, territorial behavior, and visits from other birds. The wide-angle Big Bear Eagle cam can also provide dramatic views of snow, wind, changing weather, and the surrounding forest.

Where is the Big Bear Eagle nest located?

The nest is located near Big Bear Lake in the San Bernardino Mountains of Southern California. The nest sits at a high elevation, where changing mountain weather can bring sunshine, wind, snow, and cold temperatures during the nesting season.

Who is Kaydee (KD1) at the Big Bear Eagle nest?

Kaydee is a banded bald eagle previously known as KD1. She was banded as a young eagle in Southern California in 2022 and began spending time around Shadow and the Big Bear territory in August 2026.

Are Shadow and Kaydee a pair?

Not officially. Raptor biologist Pete Bloom says Shadow and Kaydee appear to be forming a pair bond and believes it is highly likely they will be a pair by the time nesting begins around December.

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