Explore Snow Summit
Whether you’re a seasoned skier or snowboarder—or experiencing Snow Summit for the first time—get ready for an unforgettable Southern California mountain adventure. Snow Summit offers a truly authentic alpine experience, providing endless recreation opportunities for every level of explorer.
With over 70 years of shaping our legacy of progression, we celebrate the spirit of optimism and strive to create lasting memories for everyone who loves the outdoors. Renowned for its wide-open runs and thrilling terrain, Snow Summit is a skier and snowboarder’s paradise, perfect for carving turns and picking up speed.
One of the mountain’s signature experiences is Night Sessions, where you can enjoy the slopes under the stars. Famous for its snowmaking infrastructure and family-friendly atmosphere, Snow Summit offers a balanced mix of terrain: 35% beginner/low intermediate, 40% intermediate, and 25% advanced/expert. With 17 miles of rideable trails and 1,200 feet of vertical drop, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Highlights:
- Longest Ski Season: Opens first and closes last, thanks to its high elevation, consistent snowfall, and advanced snowmaking technology. The resort's dedication to maintaining and grooming its trails ensures excellent conditions that extend well into the spring.
- Challenging Runs: Tommi’s and Log Chute. Additionally, expert skiers can tackle The Wall, a steep and demanding run, and The Side Chute, known for its narrow path and tricky tree obstacles.
- Best View from the Slopes: View of Big Bear Lake.
Snow Summit isn’t just a ski resort, it’s a hub of non-stop fun! With a packed calendar of events all season long, there’s always something exciting happening on and off the slopes. From annual events to live music and family-friendly activities, Snow Summit keeps the energy high and the good times rolling for everyone. rich-text, responsive-table
Grizzly Ridge Tube Park
Located between Chairs 1 and 8, the Grizzly Ridge Tube Park is great for outdoor enthusiasts of all ages. Skip the hiking and take a magic carpet to the top of the tube park, then slide down our 4 (four) 300-foot tubing lanes as fast as you can in one of our high-speed tubes.
Santa Comes to Summit
Head to Snow Summit and take your photo with Jolly St. Nick. This event is FREE on December 20, 2025 from 11AM to 3PM on the Coca-Cola deck. Grab your family and friends, mix in a little holiday cheer, and smile big with the guy in the red suit.
New Year's Eve Torchlight Parade
Get ready for an electrifying experience at Snow Summit's annual New Year’s Eve Party and Torchlight Parade on December 31. Immerse yourself in the evening thrill as over 200 skilled skiers and snowboarders cascade down the mountain, transforming the darkness into a mesmerizing sea of light with their torches, creating a magical spectacle before the grand (snow)ball drop. The festivities kick off around 6PM and admission to the parade viewing area is FREE.
Ski & Ride Under the Stars
During Night Sessions, you'll have the opportunity to ski or snowboard beneath the stars on iconic beginner to intermediate trails. At Snow Summit, gain access to 125 acres of terrain on popular runs such as Upper Miracle Mile and Summit Run. View dates.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The Ikon Pass Suite lift ticket is valid until 4 PM on dates without Night Sessions and until 6 PM on dates with Night Sessions. It is not valid until 8:30 PM like a Night Session lift ticket. Tickets can be upgraded to extend access past 6 PM for $19 per ticket, based on the adult upgrade rate.
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As the saying goes, "Timing is everything," and the same is true when it comes to choosing the best time to come enjoy BBMR's fun-filled atmosphere and dependable snow conditions. At BBMR, the winter can be divided into three mini-seasons that have their own characteristics: early, mid-season, and spring. rich-text, responsive-table
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Early Season (November - December)
During the early months of the season, the weather transitions from cold and crisp to winter wonderland. Natural snowfall can vary, but our incredible Snowmaking Team helps get the alpine good times going by working around the clock as conditions permit to build base depths and get as many trails open as possible. Visitation is usually at its highest from mid-December through New Year's and products, including lift tickets, lessons, and equipment rentals may sell out, so be sure to plan ahead and book in advance.
Pros- Spend the holidays, including Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, and New Year's Eve/Day on the slopes
- The most Night Sessions of the season
- Best rates on early season lift tickets
- Less crowded before mid-December
- Extended operating hours
- Typically less than 100% terrain open
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Mid-Season (January - February)
A mother's work is never done, and Mother Nature usually saves her biggest undertaking for the start of the new year, which is when BBMR typically receives the most natural snowfall each year. The new snow, along with snowmaking as needed, usually produces the best snow conditions of the season and ensures 100% open terrain at both mountains.
Pros- Deepest snowpack of the season
- Two national holidays (Martin Luther King Jr. Day & Presidents Day) to celebrate on the slopes
- Typically 100% open terrain
- Less midweek visitation than during the holidays
- Higher visitation on weekends
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Spring Season (March - April)
As the season starts to wind down and the temps tick upward, the snow softens and becomes more forgiving for beginners. Springtime is also when guests can score great deals on lift tickets and season passes while enjoying sunny skies, shorter lift lines, and wide-open runs.
Pros- Complete the California Trifecta
- Great deals for spring lift tickets
- Less visitation as season comes to an end
- Warmer weather, softer snow conditions
- Less terrain open due to snow melt