Get ready for opening day on Friday, Nov. 22
Snow Summit Opening Day
Nov
22
Fri
Annual
Date & Time
Nov. 22, 2024
9:00 AM — 4:00 PM
Price
Adults start at: $79-$169
Register
Advance reservations are not required but are highly recommended.
The wait is over. It's time to grab your gear — and your season pass — and come take your first laps of the 24/25 winter season. Snow Summit is scheduled to open on Friday, November 22 for pass holders and lift ticket purchasers.
Please note, the Grizzly Ridge Tube Park at Snow Summit will not open alongside the ski and snowboard terrain
Please note, the Grizzly Ridge Tube Park at Snow Summit will not open alongside the ski and snowboard terrain
Nov
22
Fri
Annual
Get ready for opening day on Friday, Nov. 22
Snow Summit Opening Day
Date & Time
Nov. 22, 2024
9:00 AM — 4:00 PM
Price
Adults start at: $79-$169
Register
Advance reservations are not required but are highly recommended.
The wait is over. It's time to grab your gear — and your season pass — and come take your first laps of the 24/25 winter season. Snow Summit is scheduled to open on Friday, November 22 for pass holders and lift ticket purchasers.
Please note, the Grizzly Ridge Tube Park at Snow Summit will not open alongside the ski and snowboard terrain
Please note, the Grizzly Ridge Tube Park at Snow Summit will not open alongside the ski and snowboard terrain
Everything You Need to Know
Explore New Operations for the 24/25 Winter Season
Weather And Conditions
Mother Nature might join the opening weekend fun at Snow Summit, with fresh snow in the forecast. Snow mixed with precipitation is expected to arrive sometime on Saturday and stick around through at least Monday. Be sure to bundle up and get ready to enjoy your first laps of the winter season.
Sign up for our snow alert emails to get notifications delivered to your inbox when the flakes start to fall.
Sign up for our snow alert emails to get notifications delivered to your inbox when the flakes start to fall.
Road Conditions
SR-330 is currently closed due to Caltrans recovery work from the Line Fire. Plan your trip accordingly and take SR-18 or SR-38.
Book in Advance
Lift tickets, season passes, and lesson/rental reservations are available for purchase online, in-person at any open ticket window, at the BBMR Visitors Station in the Big Bear Lake Village, or by calling 844.GO2.BEAR.
Please note, lift tickets, lessons, and equipment rentals can sell out. Get the best rates when you buy in advance.
Please note, lift tickets, lessons, and equipment rentals can sell out. Get the best rates when you buy in advance.
Open Lifts/Terrain
Lifts Spin: 9AM-4PM
Snow Summit will operate Chairs 1 & 8 starting at 9AM with access to Upper Summit Run to Lower Miracle Mile and the Bear Bottom Beginner Area.
The park will offer 13 jibs and 1 jump.
Snow Summit will operate Chairs 1 & 8 starting at 9AM with access to Upper Summit Run to Lower Miracle Mile and the Bear Bottom Beginner Area.
The park will offer 13 jibs and 1 jump.
Pass Pick Up
Season passes must be picked up at ticket windows during operating hours. The purchaser/pass holder must be present upon pick up and present a valid physical photo ID, with proof of age, such as a birth certificate, passport, or valid driver's license.
Darn Tough Scavenger Hunt
We’ll be sprinkling six pairs of Darn Tough socks across Snow Summit for guests to find throughout the day. These socks, in a variety of sizes, will be hidden in spots around the mountain — so keep your eyes peeled as you explore. It's the perfect way to kick off the season with some extra warmth and comfort on your feet. Happy hunting!
Limited Edition T-Shirts
Swing by Big Bear Sports in the base area to grab a limited edition opening day t–shirt for $29.95 while supplies last.
Big Bear Mountain Resort and Ikon Pass holders receive 10-15% off retail purchases, excluding electronics. Must apply discount in-person.
Big Bear Mountain Resort and Ikon Pass holders receive 10-15% off retail purchases, excluding electronics. Must apply discount in-person.
Lessons
Snow Summit will offer daily group and private ski and snowboard lessons. Book your spot online today before popular class times sell out.
Pass holders receive 20% off Group lessons. Call 844.GO2.BEAR to apply the discount.
Pass holders receive 20% off Group lessons. Call 844.GO2.BEAR to apply the discount.
Equipment Rentals
Whether you're new to snow sports or looking to test out some of the latest high-end demo equipment, Big Bear Mountain Resort is your one-stop-shop for ski/snowboard rentals.
Pass holders receive 20% off Standard and Demo equipment rentals. Call 844.GO2.BEAR to apply the discount.
Pass holders receive 20% off Standard and Demo equipment rentals. Call 844.GO2.BEAR to apply the discount.
In-Resort Dining
The following dining venues will be open:
• Ironwood Coffee
• Bighorn Smokehouse
• Oakfire Grill
• Tommi's
Pass holders receive 10-15% off food & non-alcoholic beverages.
• Ironwood Coffee
• Bighorn Smokehouse
• Oakfire Grill
• Tommi's
Pass holders receive 10-15% off food & non-alcoholic beverages.
Parking
Upper lot and remote parking lot access will be available for free on a first come, first served basis. Tailgating is not permitted at Big Bear Mountain Resort. Follow the Parking attendants and digital signage to know where to go.
Guests that have already purchased a Premium Parking Pass may pick up their pass during operating hours. These passes will not be mailed to you.
IMPORTANT NOTE ON THE INTERMOUNTAIN SHUTTLES: The free shuttle that connects Bear Mountain and Snow Summit will not be operating during opening weekend.
Guests that have already purchased a Premium Parking Pass may pick up their pass during operating hours. These passes will not be mailed to you.
IMPORTANT NOTE ON THE INTERMOUNTAIN SHUTTLES: The free shuttle that connects Bear Mountain and Snow Summit will not be operating during opening weekend.
Snow Valley & Bear Mountain Opening Day
Snow Valley is scheduled to open to the public for the 24/25 winter season on Friday, November 29; Bear Mountain is TBD.
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Snow Valley is scheduled to open to the public for the 24/25 winter season on Friday, November 29; Bear Mountain is TBD.
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