FAQ

Big Bear Mountain Resort (BBMR) is Southern California’s premier year-round alpine destination, with mountain biking, hiking, and golf in the summer, and skiing/snowboarding and snow tubing in the winter.

Big Bear Mountain Resort operates two properties – Bear Mountain and Snow Summit – that are located 2 miles apart. Read below to learn more about the summer activities offered at each mountain.

Bear Mountain
Make time for nine at Bear Mountain Golf Course and enjoy the benefits of playing at 7,000 feet with the sun-splashed San Bernardino Mountains as your backdrop. Whether you’re new to the game or a seasoned golfer, Bear Mountain Golf Course offers an idyllic setting with rolling fairways and manicured greens, plus a full-service pro shop, driving range, and PGA-certified lessons.

For more information about Bear Mountain, click here.

Snow Summit
Snow Summit is home to Southern California’s premier lift-served, gravity fed Bike Park, with trails and terrain for riders of all ages and ability levels. Featuring beginner, intermediate, and advanced downhill trails, Skill Builder Park with Jump, Pro, and Pump lines, and access to over 60 miles of crosscountry trails. There’s also plenty for non-biking activities for outdoor enthusiasts, including a 30-foot climbing wall, zip line, Eurobungy® trampoline, and the best hiking trails in the San Bernardino National Forest.

For more information about Snow Summit, click here.

Big Bear Mountain Resort is located in the San Bernardino National Forest – approximately 2 hours from Los Angeles and Orange County, 2.5 hours from San Diego, and 3.5 hours from Las Vegas.

Bear Mountain
43101 Goldmine Drive
Big Bear Lake, CA 92315

Snow Summit
880 Summit Blvd.
Big Bear Lake, CA 92315

For our current hours of operation, click here.

All guest must have a lift ticket to enjoy the Scenic Sky Chair or lift-served Bike Park.

Single and multi-day lift tickets can be purchased online, at the Adventure Academy at Snow Summit, or by calling 844.GO2.BEAR.

Lift ticket prices vary depending on ticket type, date(s), and guest age. Go to the purchase page for more information on ticket pricing or to purchase tickets in advance and save 20%.

Guests can save 20% on Scenic Sky Chair and Bike Park lift tickets when purchased at least 72 hours in advance. Restrictions apply.

How it works:

Purchase at least 72 hours from the chair lift opening hours of the day you'd like to ride. For example, if you are planning to ride on Saturday and chair lifts open at 9AM, you must purchase your tickets online or at the call center no later than 9AM on Wednesday prior to your trip.

Lift tickets not available to purchase online such as Afternoon Lift Tickets, are not applicable to the advance purchase discount.

Guests can bundle a Scenic Sky Chair or Bike Park lift ticket with lunch, which includes any item on the menu at Skyline Taphouse served with a fountain soda or a bottled water. Advance purchase discount applies.

Kids, ages 5-12 can ride the Scenic Sky Chair for free when accompanied by a paying adult (limit, 2 kids per paying adult). All children riding the chairlift must be accompanied by an adult and Child Sky Chair tickets must be picked up at the Adventure Academy ticket windows prior to boarding the lift.

Kids 4 and under ride the bike park for free.

Additional round-trip Sky Chair child tickets may be purchased for $12 each. Tickets include one (1) round-trip ride on the Scenic Sky Chair (Chair 1), with access to the top of the mountain (8,200 feet). Additional child tickets must be purchased at the Adventure Academy ticket windows prior to boarding the lift.

Seniors ages 80+ can ride the Scenic Sky Chair for free. Senior Sky Chair tickets must be picked up at the Adventure Academy ticket windows prior to boarding the lift.

Seniors ages 80+ can ride the Bike Park for free. A free Senior Bike Park tickets must be picked up at the Adventure Academy ticket windows prior to boarding the lift.

Guests receive a FREE Scenic Sky Chair or Bike Park lift ticket on their birthday*.

To redeem, guests must present a valid ID at the Adventure Academy at Snow Summit on their legal date of birth to receive a free 1-day lift ticket.

*Offer valid only on legal date of birth. Lift ticket is non-transferable, not for resale, and cannot be combined with any other offer or promotion.

Active military and their families* receive 25% off on 1-day lift tickets for the Bike Park or Scenic Sky Chair. For more information, click here.

*Dependents must show ID.

Click here for BBMR’s Activity Change & Cancellation Policy.

Bike Park season passes give guests unlimited access to the Snow Summit and Mammoth Mountain bike parks during the summer season with no blackout dates and tons of perks and benefits.

To learn more, click here.

Bike Park season passes start at low as $299 when you add one to your 18/19 winter pass.

Bike Park passes are at their lowest price during the spring Bike Park pass sale (April 1 – June 4). To purchase, click here.

Bike Park season passes can be purchased online, at the Adventure Academy at Snow Summit, or by calling 844.GO2.BEAR.

Adult (ages 13+) Bike Park Pass 2018

• Unlimited access to Snow Summit and Mammoth Mountain bike parks
• No blackout dates
• Includes two (2) 50% off Friends and Family lift tickets
• 10% off retail and rentals

Child (ages 5-12) Bike Park Pass 2018

• Unlimited access to Snow Summit and Mammoth Mountain bike parks
• No blackout dates
• 10% off retail and rentals

Adult (ages 13+) Clubs & Teams Bike Park Pass 2018

• Unlimited access to Snow Summit and Mammoth Mountain bike parks
• No blackout dates
• Includes two (2) 50% off Friends and Family lift tickets
• 10% off retail and rentals

Summit Skill Builder passes do not include additional benefits.

All BBMR promotions and discounts are subject to blackout dates and offers may change without prior notice. For a complete list or 18/19 blackout dates, click here.

Booking in advance is highly recommended since popular instructors and lesson times can fill up fast. To book your lesson, call 844.GO2.BEAR.

Valid lift ticket is required for all lessons.

We recommend on arriving at least 1 hour prior to your scheduled lesson time to ensure you have enough time to park, check-in, and pick up your lift tickets and/or rental equipment.

BBMR offers group and private lessons for ages 6 and up.

BEGINNER: If you have never tried mountain biking before, never been on a chairlift, or need assistance with shifting and/or braking.

INTERMEDIATE: If you can comfortably ride the chairlift and navigate most beginner and low intermediate trails.

ADVANCED/EXPERT: If you are confident riding on all terrain, including steep and challenging features.

All lessons meet at the Adventure Academy at Snow Summit.

Children must be at least 6 years old to take a lesson at BBMR.

Weather conditions and temperatures can vary at higher altitudes, therefore we recommend bringing multiple layers, including a moisture-wicking base layer, an insulating middle layer, and water-resistant outer layer to protect you from the elements.

Higher altitudes may cause some people to experience dizziness, nausea, and general fatigue due to lower barometric pressure and oxygen levels. To avoid these symptoms drink plenty of water before, during, and after your visit to BBMR, limit your caffeine and alcohol intake while at the resort, and pace yourself throughout the day.

The effects of sun exposure are also amplified at higher altitudes, therefore we recommend using a sunscreen with at least 30 SPF on any exposed areas throughout the day.

If you experience any symptoms of altitude sickness, find a shaded area to rest and hydrate. If your condition does not improve, contact the Patrol Department for further assistance and treatment.

BBMR offers bike rentals for all ability levels, ages 7 and up. To reserve your rental equipment in advance, click here.

Helmets are available at all of our rental shops, with select models available for purchase at Big Bear Sports, located in the base area.

Please note, helmets are required for all children ages 12 and under enrolled in Sports School lessons.

BBMR does not offer clothing rentals, but Big Bear Sports does carry a wide selection of outerwear, accessories, and branded apparel.

Guests may exchange or upgrade rental equipment on the day of their rental reservation, subject to availability and any costs associated with the exchange or upgrade.

Processing times vary based on guest volume, staffing, and equipment availability, therefore we recommend allowing at least 1 hour to pick up your equipment. Allow additional time for weekends and holidays or if you have a lesson scheduled.

Guests may return their rental equipment any time during the duration of their rental reservation. To view BBMR’s Activity Change & Cancellation Policy, click here.

All rental equipment should be returned at the end of lift operations – aka when the chairlifts stop turning – on the last day of your rental reservation.

Total payment is required at time of booking for advanced reservations, or at time of purchase if renting day-of or day prior in-person.

BBMR passholders receive 10% off all bike rentals (cannot be combined with any additional discounts or promotions). There are no discounts on rental equipment for advance purchase or multi-day rentals.

Bear Mountain Golf Course (BMGC) is located at the base of Bear Mountain.

43092 Goldmine Dr.
Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
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Yes. We offer several Golf Pass options. To purchase, click here.

Click here to view prices.

Yes. BMGC has a Women's League, Tuesday Scramble, and Night League. For more information, call 909.585.8002.

Yes. The BMGC driving range features a 300-yard driving area, chipping and bunker zone, and putting area.

Guests receive a FREE round of golf on their birthday*.

To redeem, guests must present a valid ID at the Bear Mountain Pro Shop on their legal date of birth to receive a free round of golf.

*Offer valid only on legal date of birth. Round of golf is non-transferable, not for resale, and cannot be combined with any other offer or promotion.

Active military and their families* 20% off green fees at Bear Mountain Golf Course.

*Dependents must show ID.

There are several base area activities at Snow Summit, including a 30-foot climbing wall, Eurobungy® trampoline, QUICKjump free fall, and zip line. All activities are located in the Basecamp area, next to the Adventure Academy.

Single-use Basecamp activity tickets and day passes can be purchased online, at the Adventure Academy at Snow Summit, or by calling 844.GO2.BEAR.

Restrictions vary by activity. To learn more, click here.

Lift tickets are not required for hiking at Snow Summit, however lift tickets are required for any guest riding the Scenic Sky Chair up or down the mountain.

Dogs are allowed in the base area and on hiking trails at Snow Summit, but not on chairlifts, and must be on a leash at all times.

Water stations are not available on the trails at Snow Summit. You can fill up your water bottles at the base area or at the top at Skyline Taphouse*.

*Available only during operating hours.

Restrooms are not available on the trails at Snow Summit. Restrooms are located at the base area or at the top at Skyline Taphouse*.

*Available only during operating hours.

Snow Summit has two dedicated on-site hiking trails – Mountain Top Loop (1 mi.) and Log Chute Trail (1.4 mi.) – with access to over 60 miles of trails throughout the valley.

To learn more about the trails, click here.

We offer Lift + Lunch Packages, which includes a Scenic Sky Chair lift ticket and any item on the menu at Skyline Taphouse served with a fountain soda or a bottled water. Advance purchase discount applies.

To purchase, click here.

Summer temps in Big Bear are typically much cooler than many other places in Southern California during the summer, with an average range of 70° – 82°F.

To check current weather conditions, click here.

We recommend starting before 10AM to avoid higher temps and UV levels.

Big Bear Mountain Resort does not offer any guided hiking tours at this time.

There activities available from the top of the mountain, including the Snow Summit Bike Park, Mountain Top Loop hiking trail, dining at Skyline Taphouse*, and access to 60+ miles of cross country bike trails.

*Available only during operating hours.

Above the Boom is a Fourth of July party at the top of Snow Summit. This event takes annually place on July 4. The adventure begins with a ride on our Scenic Sky Chair through the San Bernardino National Forest to the top of the mountain (elev. 8,200 feet), and continues with family-friendly entertainment and panoramic views of the Big Bear Fireworks Spectacular.

Lifts will begin operation for the event at 5PM.

The event ends at the conclusion of the Big Bear Fireworks Spectacular (approximately 9:30PM).

Small, lightweight blankets and foldable camping chairs are allowed on the chairlift.

Sturdy shoes with appropriate tread are recommended as guests will have to travel approximately 1/5 of a mile on uneven terrain to reach the lower viewing areas. A light jacket or sweatshirt and long pants are also recommended as temps can drop quickly at high altitude.

$50 for adults/youths/seniors (13 & up), $30 for children 5-12, toddlers 4 & under are $15.

Lift access to/from the top of the mountain, a Southern-style BBQ dinner complimentary glass of champagne (21+), hot chocolate for the kids, live music, kids activities, and the ultimate view of the Fireworks Spectacular show.

Approximately 8:45PM.

Guests may ride the chairlift up/down the mountain as needed, provided they have an event wristband.

Tickets are available to purchase online or by calling 844.GO2.BEAR.

Yes, but foldable chairs only. Oversize and non-foldable chairs will not be permitted on the chairlift.

No. Outside food or alcohol is not permitted allowed at the event.

Yes. Available on a first-come, first-served basis.

ADA services will be available upon request. Please call 844.GO2.BEAR to purchase tickets and arrange ahead of time.

Lifts are open to all ages, but BBMR reserves the right to provide alternative accommodations to any/all guests based on mountain safety protocol.

Read more on ticket purchase and festival terms and conditions, here.

The Adventure Academy Summer Camp is an immersive all-day (9AM-3PM) experience for kids ages 8-12 featuring a variety of outdoor adventures and activities – including hiking, mountain biking, golf, and more – at Snow Summit and Bear Mountain on select dates in July and September.

For more information, or to register your kids, visit the Adventure Academy Summer Camp page.

Single-day camps are available July 7-13, July 16-20, and Sept. 1-2. Activities will vary for campers attending multiple days.

Note: The Basecamp + Biking package is only available July 10-11 and July 17-18 and the Basecamp + Golf package is only available July 12-13 and July 19-20.

Pricing varies based on the package selected.

Basecamp – $79 per camper, per day
Basecamp + Biking – $99 per camper, per day ($10 discount if camper brings their own bike and helmet)
Basecamp + Golf – $99 per camper, per day

Note: A snack and lunch are included in all packages and pricing.

A daily snack and lunch are provided in all packages and included in all pricing listed above.

Vegan and a vegetarian dietary options are available upon request Campers with severe food allergies/restrictions should bring their own meals and kids with EpiPens should bring them to the Adventure Academy each day.

Closed-toe athletic shoes are required for all activities. We highly recommend campers wear lightweight, breathable clothing, including a jacket/windbreaker and hat, since they will be outdoors for the majority of the day. Sunglasses and sunscreen are also recommended.

Note: Campers will not be allowed to participate in any activities without proper footwear and refunds will not be issued.

The Basecamp + Biking package is available July 10-11 and July 17-18.

The Basecamp + Golf package is available July 12-13 and July 19-20.

Campers not enrolled in the Basecamp + Biking or Basecamp + Golf packages will follow the schedule listed under the Basecamp Package. Activities will vary for campers attending multiple days.

Yes, but all equipment (mountain bike, helmet, golf clubs, etc.) must be in good working order and approved for use by the camp instructor/staff.

Campers enrolled in the Basecamp + Bike package that use their own equipment receive a $10 discount ($89 per camper, per day).

Due to the requirements set by our activity and equipment vendors there are no exceptions to the 8-12 age limits.

Big Bear Mountain Resort is available for wedding ceremonies, receptions, and engagement parties. For more information, visit our wedding page.

Big Bear Mountain Resort
Attn: Weddings
PO Box 77
Big Bear Lake CA, 92315
T: 909.866.5766
F: 909.866.3201
Email: aarchuleta@mammothresorts.com

Big Bear Mountain Resort does not own or operate any lodging properties. For a list of available lodging properties, go to BigBear.com.

Big Bear Mountain Resort does not offer any on-site child care services.

Dogs are allowed in the base area at Bear Mountain and Snow Summit. No pets are allowed on chairlifts.

Big Bear Mountain Resort has a no smoking, no vaping policy.

Outside alcohol is not permitted at Big Bear Mountain Resort. Guests found in violation may be removed from the resort and subject to potential legal action.

Guests may congregate in BBMR parking lots outside their vehicles during resort operating hours provided they observe all posted signage and employee directions, do not consume outside alcohol or other illicit substances, and are respectful of others. Guests found in violation may be removed from the resort and subject to potential legal action.

Overnight parking/camping is not permitted at Big Bear Mountain Resort. Guests found in violation may be removed from the resort and subject to potential legal action.

Bonfires not permitted at Big Bear Mountain Resort. Guests found in violation may be removed from the resort and subject to potential legal action.

Lift tickets are required for on-hill activities – Bike Park, Scenic Sky Chair, etc. – and special events, but in general are not required to visit the Snow Summit base area.

E-bikes are not permitted on BBMR trails or US Forest Service trails designated for non-motorized use.

Big Bear Mountain Resort strictly prohibits the unauthorized use of drones and all other small unmanned aerial systems (UAS) on resort property, including but is not limited to, devices launched off-site that travel anywhere on or above resort property.