Open Daily for Skiing & Snowboarding | Big Bear Mountain Resort

Brand-New Midway Chair
Opens on Thursday

Choose Your Adventure

Big Bear Mountain Resort is Southern California's year-round home for peak alpine adventure, with three mountains – Snow Valley, Snow Summit, and Bear Mountain – offering explorers of all ages and abilities the opportunity to choose their own adventure.

About Our Mountains

Snow Valley

Recommended For: Beginners & Families

• Ski & Snowboard Lessons
• Equipment Rentals
• Snow Tube Park
• Snow Play Area
• Night Sessions
• Terrain Parks
• Mid-Mountain Dining Option
• Favorite Runs: Slide Peak

Snow Summit

Recommended For: Intermediate & Families

• Ski & Snowboard Lessons
• Equipment Rentals
• Snow Tube Park
• Night Sessions
• Terrain Parks
• Mountaintop View Dining Options
• View of Big Bear Lake

Bear Mountain

Recommended For: Beginners & Advanced

• SoCal's Only Halfpipes
• Highest Lift Served Peak in SoCal
• Ski & Snowboard Lessons
• Equipment Rentals
• Terrain Parks
• Mid-Mountain Dining Option
• View of San Gorgonio Mountains

First Timer Guides

First Time on the Slopes

Is it your first time trying skiing or snowboarding?

Learn the Basics

Snowboarder hiking up the snow, leaving his snowboard at the bottom

First Time to Big Bear

Are you a seasoned rider but have never visited Big Bear Mountain Resort?

Explore the Mountains

Torchlight Parade, Snow Summit, Dec. 31, Opening Eric Roebuck and Headliner Bad Suns

Santa Comes to Summit

Join us at Snow Summit for a FREE photo opportunity with Jolly St. Nick on December 21 from 11AM to 3PM. We’ll provide the big guy in the red suit. All you'll need to do is bring your friends, family, a big smile, and some holiday cheer.

Event Details

Young child wearing blue colored snow gear smiling at the camera

Parents' Guide

Tips to getting your kids on the slope faster this holiday period. From free child lift tickets to lost & found locations for your kids' safety, read this blog to prepare for your next trip.

Plan with Kids