Current Report as of: November 21, 2008
EXPECTED OPENING DATE
Ski and snowboard season is just around the corner! Typically, Snow Summit and Bear Mountain open mid to late November. While the nights have been cold, the days are still too warm to sustain a substantial snow base for any duration but we're standing by to charge up the system as soon as the weather remains cold and dry. Once the conditions are right for snowmaking, we can be open from top-to-bottom in as little as two to three days! We will announce our expected open date when we begin snowmaking. We're looking forward to Real Snow, Real Close!
| Hours of Operation: |
CLOSED |
| Ticket Availability: |
CLOSED |
| Live Weather |
| Base Temp: |
53°F |
| Summit
Temp: |
52°F |
| Base
Humidity: |
27% |
| Summit
Humidity: |
27% |
| Wind (mph): |
6 |
| Snowmaking
On: |
no |
| (11/21/08 3:50 PM) |
Check
our weather forecast discussion. |
| Road Conditions |
| 3 Ways to Big Bear - Highway 330/18 from San Bernardino through Running Springs ("Front Way") is the shortest and most direct route. Highway 38 from Redlands ("Back Way") is the best route when leaving the Valley on weekends and holidays. Highway 18 from Lucerne Valley ("Desert Way") is best in snowy weather. |
Hwy.
330 / 18:
(Running Springs)  |
Open and clear with no restrictions. Always carry chains when driving in the mountains during winter months. |
Hwy.
38: (Redlands)  |
Open and clear with no restrictions. Always carry chains when driving in the mountains during winter months. |
Hwy.
18: (Lucerne Valley)  |
Open and clear with no restrictions. Always carry chains when driving in the mountains during winter months. |
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| Operating Hours - Bear Mountain |
| Day Session |
| Monday-Friday: |
8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
| Weekends: |
8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
| Peak Weekends and Holidays: |
8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. |
| Half-Day Session |
| Monday-Friday and Weekends: |
12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
| Peak Weekend and Holidays: |
12:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. |
| Note: Operating hours and schedules are subject to change. |
Holidays: Dec. 20-31, 2008; Jan. 1-4, 2009; Jan. 17-19, 2009; Feb. 14-16, 2009
Peak Weekends: (Saturdays and Sundays) Jan. 10, 2009 through Mar. 15, 2009 |
| Operating Hours - Snow Summit |
| Day Session |
| Monday-Friday: |
8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.* |
| Weekends and Holidays: |
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.* |
| Half-Day Session |
| Monday-Friday: |
12:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.* |
| Weekends and Holidays: |
12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.* |
| *When night session is offered, day session and half-day session are extended to 6:00 p.m. Hours of operation may vary due to business volume and/or adverse weather conditions. |
| Night Session |
| Most Friday, Saturday and Holiday Evenings: |
3:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.** |
| Half-Night Session |
| Most Friday, Saturday and Holiday Evenings: |
7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.** |
Scheduled Night Sessions:
Friday Nights: December 19, 2008 through March 6, 2009
Saturday Nights: December 6, 2008 through March 14, 2009
Scheduled Holiday Night Sessions:
November 28 & 29, 2008; December 20, 2008; December 25-31, 2008; January 1-3, 2009; January 17 & 18, 2009 and February 14 & 15, 2009. |
| **All night session hours are weather permitting and subject to change, especially early and late season. Night Sessions at Snow Summit Only. Please call ahead to confirm schedule. |
| Park Report |
| Jumps: |
|
| Jibs: |
|
| Superpipe: |
CLOSED |
| Halfpipe: |
CLOSED |
| The Scene: |
CLOSED |
| Learning Park: |
N/A |
| What’s New: Park Staff has been working on new features all summer and fall. You'll just have to wait and see. |
| Snow Summit Park Report |
| Ego Trip Park: |
CLOSED |
| Family Fun Zones: |
CLOSED |
| What’s New: CLOSED |
| Park Tips |
SMART STYLE:
1.) Look Before You Leap - Scope around the jumps first, not over them. Know your landings are clear and clear yourself out of the landing area.
2.) Easy Style It - Start small and work your way up. Inverted aerials are not allowed at BBMR.
3.) Respect Gets Respect - From the lift line through the park. |
| Lifts Report - Lift hours may vary based on business volume and/or adverse weather or snow conditions. |
| Chair 1: |
CLOSED |
| Chair 2: |
CLOSED |
| Chair 3: |
CLOSED |
| Chair 4: |
CLOSED |
| Chair 5: |
CLOSED |
| Access Express Quad (6): |
CLOSED |
| Chair 7: |
CLOSED |
| Chair 8: |
CLOSED |
| Bear Mountain Express (9): |
CLOSED |
| 10. Moving Carpet #1: |
CLOSED |
| 11. Moving Carpet #2: |
CLOSED |
| 12. Moving Carpet #3: |
CLOSED |
| Runs Report |
 - see panoramic views on the interactive trail map |
| The Scene: |
CLOSED |
| The Scene 2: |
CLOSED |
| Halfpipe: |
CLOSED |
| Superpipe: |
CLOSED |
| Progression Alley: |
CLOSED |
| Inspiration (Beginner): |
CLOSED |
| Amusement Park (Beginner): |
CLOSED |
| Little Bear Camp (Beginner): |
CLOSED |
| Easy Street (Low intermediate): |
CLOSED |
| The Gulch (Low intermediate): |
CLOSED |
| Learning Curve (Low intermediate): |
CLOSED |
| The Park Run (Intermediate): |
CLOSED |
| Boneyard (Intermediate): |
CLOSED |
| Accelerator (Intermediate): |
CLOSED |
| Expressway (Intermediate): |
CLOSED |
| Gambler (Intermediate): |
CLOSED |
| Central Park (Intermediate): |
CLOSED |
| Backdoors (Intermediate): |
CLOSED |
| Rip Cord (Intermediate): |
CLOSED |
| Pipeline (Intermediate): |
CLOSED |
| Short Cut (Intermediate): |
CLOSED |
| Silver Connection (Intermediate): |
CLOSED |
| Street Scene (Intermediate): |
CLOSED |
| Outlaws Alley (Intermediate): |
CLOSED |
| Hidden Valley (Intermediate): |
CLOSED |
| Exhibition (Advanced): |
CLOSED |
| Grizzly (Advanced): |
CLOSED |
| Outlaw (Advanced): |
CLOSED |
| Rips Run (Advanced): |
CLOSED |
| Showtime (Advanced): |
CLOSED |
| Geronimo (Expert): |
CLOSED |
| The Wedge (Expert): |
CLOSED |
| Bow Canyon : |
Going off designated runs can be dangerous. These areas are not patrolled or maintained. Go at your own risk. |
| Deer Canyon : |
Going off designated runs can be dangerous. These areas are not patrolled or maintained. Go at your own risk. |
| Goldmine Canyon : |
Going off designated runs can be dangerous. These areas are not patrolled or maintained. Go at your own risk! |
