Past Event
Get ready for opening day on Sunday, Nov. 26
Snow Summit Opening Day
Nov
26
Sun
Date & Time
Nov. 26, 2023
8:30 AM — 4:00 PM
Please note, this event has happened in the past.
Price
Adults start at: $79-$169
The wait is over. It's time to grab your gear — and your season pass — and come take your first laps of the 23/24 season. Snow Summit is scheduled to open on Sunday, November 26 for pass holders and lift ticket purchasers. Please note: the Grizzly Ridge Tube Park will not open until December 9.
Nov
26
Sun
Past Event
Get ready for opening day on Sunday, Nov. 26
Snow Summit Opening Day
Date & Time
Nov. 26, 2023
8:30 AM — 4:00 PM
Please note, this event has happened in the past.
Price
Adults start at: $79-$169
The wait is over. It's time to grab your gear — and your season pass — and come take your first laps of the 23/24 season. Snow Summit is scheduled to open on Sunday, November 26 for pass holders and lift ticket purchasers. Please note: the Grizzly Ridge Tube Park will not open until December 9.
Everything You Need to Know
Explore New Operations for the 23/24 Winter Season
Weather And Conditions
With sunshine in the forecast, this weekends weather is on the cooler side with temperatures dipping into the low 40's. Be sure to bundle up and get ready to enjoy your first laps of the winter season.
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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.
Lift tickets, lessons, and equipment rentals can sell out. Lift tickets are required for on-hill activities – Skiing, Snowboarding, Tube Park, etc. – and special events. Get the best rates when you buy in advance.
Lift tickets, lessons, and equipment rentals can sell out. Lift tickets are required for on-hill activities – Skiing, Snowboarding, Tube Park, etc. – and special events. Get the best rates when you buy in advance.
Limited Edition T-Shirts
Shop online or 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.
Open Lifts/Terrain
Lifts Spin from 8:30AM-4PM
Snow Summit will operate Chairs 1 and 8 and is available at 8:30AM with access to upper Upper Summit Run to Lower Miracle Mile and the Bear Bottom Beginner Area.
Snow Summit will operate Chairs 1 and 8 and is available at 8:30AM with access to upper Upper Summit Run to Lower Miracle Mile and the Bear Bottom Beginner Area.
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 holder receive 10-15% off Group lessons. Call 844.GO2.BEAR to apply the discount.
Pass holder receive 10-15% 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 holder receive 10-15% off Standard and Demo equipment rentals. Call 844.GO2.BEAR to apply the discount.
Pass holder receive 10-15% off Standard and Demo equipment rentals. Call 844.GO2.BEAR to apply the discount.
In-Resort Dining
The following dining venues are scheduled to open:
Snow Summit
Ironwood Coffee
Bighorn Smokehouse
Oakfire Grill
Tommi's est. 1952
Pass holders receive 10-15% off food & non-alcoholic beverages.
Snow Summit
Ironwood Coffee
Bighorn Smokehouse
Oakfire Grill
Tommi's est. 1952
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 Opening Weekend. 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 at Bear Mountain or Snow Summit daily 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 on Opening Weekend.
Guests that have already purchased a Premium Parking Pass may pick up their pass at Bear Mountain or Snow Summit daily 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 on Opening Weekend.
Get Early Access the Day Before
23/24 BBMR and Ikon Pass holders get exclusive access at Bear Mountain on Saturday, November 25 for Pass Holder Day.
Get Details on Pass Holder Access
Bear Mountain Opening Day - General Public Access
Bear Mountain is scheduled to open to the public for the 23/24 winter season on Sunday, November 26.
Bear Mountain Opening Day
Snow Valley is scheduled to open to the public for the 23/24 winter season on Friday, December 8.
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23/24 BBMR and Ikon Pass holders get exclusive access at Bear Mountain on Saturday, November 25 for Pass Holder Day.
Get Details on Pass Holder Access
Bear Mountain Opening Day - General Public Access
Bear Mountain is scheduled to open to the public for the 23/24 winter season on Sunday, November 26.
Bear Mountain Opening Day
Snow Valley is scheduled to open to the public for the 23/24 winter season on Friday, December 8.
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