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Big Bear Mountain Resort Resort Guide
Projected to open Nov 22
Projected to open November 22, 2026
Best months to book: February, January, March · 30-yr snow record
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Projected to open Nov 22
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Resort Guide
Big Bear Mountain Resort is located in Southern California’s San Bernardino Mountains and encompasses both Bear Mountain and Snow Summit. The resort offers over 400 acres of skiable terrain, terrain parks, and a variety of runs suitable for all ability levels. Visitors benefit from modern amenities, including multiple dining options, equipment rentals, and ski and snowboard lessons, while the resort’s proximity to Los Angeles makes it a popular destination for day trips and weekend getaways. Its signature experiences include extensive terrain parks and a vibrant alpine atmosphere.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Big Bear Mountain Resort
Lifts
28
Skiable area
748 ac
Longest run
2.4 km / 1.5 mi
Lift fleet
- High-speed 61
- High-speed quad2
- Quad chair4
- Triple chair4
- Double chair5
- Surface lift8
Snowmaking covers about 100% of terrain.
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Avalanche Mountain Bar – Known for its energetic après-ski scene, Avalanche Mountain Bar offers live music, craft cocktails, and a welcoming atmosphere, making it a favorite gathering spot for skiers and snowboarders looking to unwind after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Oct 30, 09:02 PM UTC
9cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
+72%
vs 5-Year Avg
5cm avg by now
+760%
vs 30-Year Avg
1cm avg by now
5cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 8.6 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~8.6 cm. That's 72% above the 5-year average (5 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 760% above the 30-year average (1 cm).
Big Bear Mountain Resort Season Snowfall
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Big Bear Mountain Resort Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 123cm with an average of 19 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 99% above this average (246cm over the last ten tracked seasons). The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 9cm | 1 days | 1cm | 7cm | 6cm |
| December | 19cm | 3 days | 2cm | 10cm | 9cm |
| January | 27cm | 4 days | 4cm | 14cm | 10cm |
| February | 32cm | 5 days | 5cm | 17cm | 12cm |
| March | 22cm | 4 days | 4cm | 12cm | 9cm |
| April | 8cm | 2 days | 1cm | 7cm | 4cm |
| May | 3cm | 1 days | 0cm | 2cm | 3cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Nov 22, 2026
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about Big Bear Mountain Resort
- Where is Big Bear Mountain Resort?
- Big Bear Mountain Resort is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Big Bear Mountain Resort?
- Big Bear Mountain Resort runs from a base elevation of 2,176 m (7,139 ft) to a summit of 2,684 m (8,806 ft), giving a vertical drop of 508 m (1,667 ft).
- How big is Big Bear Mountain Resort?
- Big Bear Mountain Resort has 748 acres (303 hectares) of skiable terrain, 60 marked runs and 28 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Big Bear Mountain Resort?
- Big Bear Mountain Resort is on the Ikon Pass. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- How much snow does Big Bear Mountain Resort get in a typical season?
- Big Bear Mountain Resort averages 100 inches / 254 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
