Located in the San Bernardino Mountains, Big Bear Mountain Resorts (BBMR) is actually two distinct resorts in one: Snow Summit and Bear Mountain. Together, BBMR has been Southern California’s #1 winter destination for more than 50 years. The tagline, “Real Snow. Real Close. Real Deal,” reflects BBMR’s unparalleled snowmaking operations and prime location, just a tank of gas away from most areas in Southern California.
TWO RESORTS FOR THE PRICE OF ONE
BBMR offers guests a unique opportunity to experience two distinct winter resorts, each with its own personality and attributes, for the price of one.A single lift ticket provides access to both Snow Summit and Bear Mountain which are located just two miles apart, and connected via a free inter-resort express shuttle service.
Each resort offers a variety of diverse terrain providing skiers and snowboarders with a combined 438 developed acres, 26 lifts (including 4 high-speed detachable quads) and more than 55 runs. Snow Summit offers a traditional alpine atmosphere with a great deal of intermediate terrain and mainstream cruising for skiers and snowboarders. Bear Mountain offers a youthful environment that attracts skiers and snowboarders from around the world.
SO CAL’S LEARN TO SKI/RIDE HEADQUARTERS
It’s never too late to start learning! No matter what age or level the guest, BBMR’s expert instructors will get him or her to the next level in a fun and laid back atmosphere. From Snow Summit’s Family Park and GuaranSki program to Bear Mountain’s new Skill Builder ParksTM and “Go with a Pro,” BBMR offers the largest beginner areas, most diverse classes and best terrain parks in Southern California.
REAL SNOW
BBMR is proud to lead the industry in snowmaking capabilities and expertise. In sunny, semi-arid Southern California, resorts must rely on huge snowmaking systems to provide quality snow for hundreds of thousands of skiers and snowboarders each season. BBMR’s commitment to snowmaking coupled with a nearly unlimited supply of water from Big Bear Lake, means guests can expect reliable, quality snow conditions every day of the season, regardless of natural snowfall. Significant investments are continually made to ensure that BBMR’s snowmaking operations raise the bar and its team is always on the forefront of the industry. Simply put, Big Bear Mountain Resorts offers more and better snow throughout the season than any other resort in Southern California.