SoCal’s Premier Mountain Playground Offers Golfing, Hiking, Biking and Sightseeing
(Big Bear Lake, Calif. – May 10, 2011) – With spring in full bloom and summer just around the corner, Big Bear Mountain Resorts (BBMR) is gearing up for warmer weather and an array of outdoor adventures with breathtaking views at 8,200 feet. Coming off a great 2010-2011 winter season, BBMR invites outdoor enthusiasts to ditch their winter gear and head up to the mountain for golfing, hiking, and biking.
“During the summer months, BBMR transforms into one of Southern California’s premier outdoor playgrounds,” said Chris Riddle, director of marketing for Big Bear Mountain Resorts. “We’re excited to get guests up to the mountain for golfing, hiking, biking and rides on the Scenic Sky Chair, all while enjoying spectacular views of Big Bear Lake and the entire valley.”
See Your Ball Soar at 7,000 feet
Bear Mountain Golf Course, a nine-hole course with a perfect mountain setting, is expected to open for play on Friday, May 20, weather and conditions permitting. The Club House Grill will also open May 20 and will serve a full breakfast and signature lunches. Located at the base of Bear Mountain, the course’s serene atmosphere welcomes players of all skill levels. The Pro Shop and Driving Range will open on Saturday, May 14. The course is open seven days a week; weather permitting from May through early November. For golf reservations, tee times and golf season passes, call 909-585-8002.
Scenic Sky Chair Takes You to the Top
The Scenic Sky Chair at Snow Summit brings riders directly to the top of the mountain to take in the views and natural beauty of Big Bear Lake and the surrounding area. The Scenic Sky Chair is open to all ages and takes about 15 minutes to transport guests from the base elevation of 7,000 feet to a summit elevation of 8,200 feet. Once at the top, guests can enjoy a BBQ lunch at the View Haus. The Sky Chair will open weekends only, beginning Saturday, May 21, weather and conditions permitting, and will open daily beginning June 18.
Biking & Hiking for Outdoor Enthusiasts
Snow Summit and the surrounding area provide an expansive network of trails and roads, most of which are fantastic for cross-country biking and hiking. The Scenic Sky Chair provides easy access to alternative routes down the mountain.
For novice bike riders, the Bristlecone Trail and Towne Trail offer gentle, rolling terrain at the base of the mountain that is a perfect introduction to mountain biking. Intermediate riders will find terrain that is slightly more challenging from the top of the Scenic Sky Chair including Skyline Drive, which rolls across the top of the ridge with great views of Big Bear Lake.
Upcoming Events
June 11: Big Bear Choppers 9th Annual “Ride the Mountain” Bike Show & Poker Run with cash prizes, plus live bands and more than 100 industry vendors. For more information, please visit www.bigbearchoppers.com/.
HWY 330 Update
Caltrans, Skawska, and SEMA Construction are ahead of schedule to restore State Route 330. Hwy 330 is expected to open before the 4th of July holiday, permitting no unforeseen issues. Hwy 330 is closed due to the road collapsing under heavy storm weather during the 2010/11 winter season.
Guests are reminded to check out www.bigbearmountainresorts.com for the latest on events, weather conditions and road information. There are still three ways to Big Bear, including Hwy 38 (through Redlands), Hwy 18 from Waterman through Lake Arrowhead and Hwy 18 (the back way through Lucerne Valley). Hwy 330 is closed below Running Springs (other than specified commuter times). For up-to-the-minute mobile reports, guests can sign up for BBMR’s Text Club: http://bigbearmountain.hipcricket.com/.
About BBMR – Your Backyard Escape to the Outdoors
Big Bear Mountain Resorts (BBMR) includes Snow Summit and Bear Mountain. Together, BBMR is Southern California’s premier outdoor headquarters – just a tank of gas away roundtrip from most areas in Southern California. For more information, please visit www.bigbearmountainresorts.com. BBMR is an equal opportunity service provider operating under a San Bernardino National Forest special use permit.
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