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A lift ticket gets you access to the slopes, allowing you to enjoy the mountain trails. Big Bear Mountain Resort offer a variety of ticket options to suit your needs, including the BBMR lift ticket, the Snow Valley only lift ticket, and the Night Session lift ticket for evening skiing and snowboarding. Choose the option that best fits your plans and budget, whether you're looking to explore the entire resort, enjoy a single mountain, or take advantage of after-hours.
Open Daily for the 24/25 Winter Season

Snow Valley, Snow Summit, and Bear Mountain are open daily. Visit the Mountain Report page to read the daily message for operating details.


Day Lift Ticket
Monday-Friday (9AM-4PM1)
Saturday-Sunday (8:30AM-4PM1)

BBMR lift tickets are valid for same-day2 use at Snow Valley, Snow Summit, and Bear Mountain (excluding Night Sessions3). Snow Valley only lift tickets are valid at Snow Valley.


Night Lift Ticket
View 24/25 Night Session Dates
Valid on Select Dates Only (3PM-8:30PM)
Offered at Snow Valley or Snow Summit only. BBMR Night tickets are $109 flat rate and valid at Snow Valley and Snow Summit for same-day use. Snow Valley Night lift tickets are $59 and valid at Snow Valley only.

1 Day tickets are extended to 6PM on days with Night Sessions. For a detailed list of hours, visit the Hours page.
2 Lift tickets are valid at all three mountains when all three are operating. Please note, each mountain has independent operating hours and opening dates.
3 Day lift tickets do not include Night Session access. Night Session lift tickets can be added to an existing day ticket for a flat rate of $19 (based on adults). Night Sessions are offered on select dates at Snow Valley and Snow Summit only.

Pricing, offerings, and information are subject to change at any time.
Snow Valley

35100 CA-18
Running Springs, CA 92382

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Snow Summit

880 Summit Blvd
Big Bear Lake, CA 92315

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Bear Mountain

43101 Goldmine Drive
Big Bear Lake, CA 92315

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The operating hours for each resort may differ depending on the specific date and are subject to potential changes. To obtain the most comprehensive and up-to-date information, please refer to the hours page, which also provides a calendar view. The following overview offers a general idea of operating hours and may not accurately represent holiday or peak periods.

Snow Valley

Monday-Friday: 9AM-4PM
Saturday-Sunday: 8:30AM-4PM
Holidays*: 8:30AM-4PM
Night Sessions**: 3PM-8:30PM on select dates

Snow Summit

Monday-Friday: 9AM-4PM
Saturday-Sunday: 8:30AM-4PM
Holidays*: 8:30AM-4PM
Night Sessions**: 3PM-8:30PM on select dates

Bear Mountain

Monday-Friday: 9AM-4PM
Saturday-Sunday: 8:30AM-4PM
Holidays*: 8:30AM-4PM

* December 21-31; January 1-5, 18-20; February 15-17
** Night Sessions are offered on select dates. Closing time for full-day ticket holders are at 6PM at Snow Valley and Snow Summit. A separate lift ticket is needed to ski or snowboard past 6PM.
The earlier you buy, the greater the savings. Purchase your lift tickets online and save big compared to window rates. Below are approximate price ranges for 1-day lift tickets based on adults. Lift ticket costs are based on participant's age, date of arrival, and peak/holiday periods. Prices subject to change at any time.

BBMR Lift Tickets
Access to Snow Valley, Snow Summit, and Bear Mountain for Same-Day Use Advanced Purchase Rate Day-Of/Window Rate
Monday-Thursday$99-$155$129-$159
Friday$105-$155$139-$165
Saturday-Sunday$125-$169$159-$169
Snow Valley Only Lift Tickets
Access to Snow Valley Only Advanced Purchase Rate Day-Of/Window Rate
Monday-Thursday$79-$105$109-$119
Friday$85-$109$109-$125
Saturday-Sunday$85-$125$119-$125
Why You Should Book in Advance
  • The earlier you buy, the more you save
  • Guarantee resort access as tickets will sell out during peak and holiday periods
  • Go straight to a kiosk to pick up your ticket, no need to stand in line at the ticket window
Important Updates for the 24/25 Winter Season
  • Pass Holder Friends & Family Lift Tickets must redeem their discount online at least 24 hours in advance. Discounts will not be available at the ticket windows.
  • Military discounts will not be honored on days when day lift tickets sell out. Purchase in advance to guarantee resort access.
Do I need a lift ticket?
Valid lift ticket or season pass required for on-hill activities, including skiing, snowboarding, and special events. Tubing and/or snow play reservations do not require an additional lift ticket. Minimum season length is not guaranteed. Chairlift and terrain availability are subject to change based on weather conditions, maintenance operations, special events, and other factors. If you are a beginner, you will need to purchase a lift ticket to have access to any terrain, even if your skill level does not require use of chairlifts.

Are there any lift ticket discounts for purchasing in advance?
To get the best rates, purchase in advance online for the lowest prices compared to window rates and to guarantee resort access.

Can lift tickets sell out?
YES - If there is not enough terrain open, we will cut day lift ticket sales. If this happens, Second Session Lift Tickets will be available for purchase (valid NOON-6PM) as well as free Birthday Lift Tickets deals will still get access.

NEW THIS SEASON: Pass Holder Friends & Family Lift Tickets must redeem their discount online at least 24 hours in advance. Military discounts will NOT be honored on days when day lift tickets sell out. Purchase your lift tickets in advance to guarantee resort access.

What do lift tickets include?
A lift ticket includes access for skiing and snowboarding at Big Bear Mountain Resort. A lift ticket does not include tubing, equipment rentals, or lessons.

Can I transfer my lift ticket to another person?
All lift tickets and Activity Change Vouchers are date-specific, non-transferable, non-refundable, and may not be duplicated. Individuals found in violation of these policies will have their lift access revoked and may be subject to additional criminal charges.

Are there discounts for healthcare workers?
Big Bear Mountain Resort offers lift ticket discounts to First Responders (see eligibility list) on select dates and active and retired military all season long. Ikon Pass offers a Nurse season pass rate.

Benefits reloading a lift ticket
Save time and get on the slopes quicker by skipping the pickup boxes or ticket windows and add more days to your lift ticket card online. Simply add your card ID number and any future dates you plan to shred. Be sure to keep your lift ticket after your day on the hill.

Can I purchase a Scenic Sky Chair lift ticket in the winter?
NO - Big Bear Mountain Resort does not offer Scenic Sky Chair lift tickets during winter operations. All lift tickets in the winter are one way. All guests must be in proper snowboarding or skiing apparel and gear in order to load onto the chairlifts during the months of November thru April.
Lift Ticket Deals
Last Chance to Trade in a Ticket Towards a Season Pass is Dec. 22

24/25 season passes are available to purchase online today. Not ready to commit? Try a day on the slopes out with a day lift ticket and then trade your ticket in towards a 24/25 season* pass. Learn more about this deal.

*This offer expires on December 22, 2024.
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Snow Valley 20 ounce trail map design tumbler
Six Snow Summit winter trail signs in black with the Snow Summit logo on the left, the trail name, followed by the difficulty level and direction.
Black Beanie with white bear mountain stitching for the logo and red accent stitching with red pom pom at top.
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Refund & Cancellation Policy
Guests may change or cancel lift ticket, lesson, rental, or activity reservations up to 3 full days prior to the scheduled date for a full refund. Changes or cancellations made within 3 days, up until the day prior to the scheduled date, will result in an Activity Change Voucher being issued for the full value of the activity cost (no fee). Same-day changes, cancellations, or failure to show up to your activity will result in a full forfeit of your payment.

Before making a purchase, please review the Activity Change & Cancellation Policy page for complete details on what is refundable and non-refundable. PLEASE NOTE: The purchaser must be present and provide a valid physical government-issued ID and the form of payment used to purchase the reservation at time of check in. No exceptions

Once you make a purchase, if those funds are removed from Big Bear Mountain Resort's account and given back to you, your purchased tickets will become void and irredeemable for entry. Fraudulent attempts to force a bank or credit card chargeback by claiming you didn’t make the ticket purchase or can’t identify the purchase on your bank statement will result in being barred from attending future events hosted by Big Bear Mountain Resort.


Using Gift Cards, ACV, and other Forms of Payment
Gift Cards, Pass Holder Discounts, Pass Cash, and Activity Change Vouchers cannot be applied online at this time. These forms of payments can only be used in-person or by calling 844.GO2.BEAR. Credit card tokenization is the process of de-identifying sensitive cardholder data by converting it to a string of randomly generated numbers called a "token." Similar to encryption, tokenization obfuscates the original data to render it unreadable in the event of a data breach or other exposure. If you are having issues with your card, please call your bank directly.
Risk Warning
Skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking, and other outdoor activities have inherent risks that may result in property damage, personal injury, or death. GUESTS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR OWN SAFETY AND ASSUME ALL INHERENT RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH PARTICIPATING IN OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES. All guests must follow the Big Bear Mountain Resort rules of conduct and NSAA Responsibility Code. Visit the Safety page for complete details. Lift tickets and season passes may be suspended or revoked without refund at any time for failure to comply with resort rules, misconduct, nuisance, reckless behavior, or fraudulent use. Anyone attempting to use a lift ticket or season pass fraudulently or in a manner for which it is not intended is subject to prosecution under California Penal Code 537(b). Facilities under permit from the U.S. Forest Service.
Policy on Lift Ticket Purchases & Age Verification
Anyone found purchasing child tickets for personal use as adult tickets will be deemed engaging in fraudulent activity. Big Bear Mountain Resort is committed to rigorously enforcing the utilization of tickets in accordance with their designated age categories. Any patrons discovered using tickets intended for a different age category will be promptly escorted from the resort and may incur additional consequences, potentially including a ban from future visits to Big Bear Mountain Resort.
Avoid Fraud
Lift tickets are non-transferable and are not for resale. Violators may be prosecuted under California Penal Code 537 PC. To ensure the safety of our guests and employees, all ski, snowboard, and bike lessons at Big Bear Mountain Resort must be booked with a certified, BBMR instructor. Anyone found offering/selling or purchasing a 3rd party/non-BBMR lesson at BBMR will forfeit their resort access, including lift privileges, and be subject to prosecution, pursuant to California Penal Code 537 PC.