Past Event
Early Access for BBMR & Ikon Pass Holders on Dec. 2
Pass Holder Appreciation Day
Dec
2
Thu
Date & Time
Dec. 2, 2021
9:00 AM — 4:00 PM
Please note, this event has happened in the past.
Location
Bear Mountain is located at 43101 Goldmine Dr.
Snow Summit is located at 880 Summit Blvd.
At Big Bear Mountain Resort, we appreciate our pass holders, which is why 21/22 BBMR and Ikon Pass holders get exclusive access at both mountains on Thursday, Dec. 2, before opening to the public for the 21/22 season on Friday, Dec. 3.
Grab your gear and come enjoy some early laps. Read below to get the full scoop on this year’s Pass Holder Appreciation Day.
Grab your gear and come enjoy some early laps. Read below to get the full scoop on this year’s Pass Holder Appreciation Day.
Dec
2
Thu
Past Event
Early Access for BBMR & Ikon Pass Holders on Dec. 2
Pass Holder Appreciation Day
Date & Time
Dec. 2, 2021
9:00 AM — 4:00 PM
Please note, this event has happened in the past.
Location
Bear Mountain is located at 43101 Goldmine Dr.
Snow Summit is located at 880 Summit Blvd.
At Big Bear Mountain Resort, we appreciate our pass holders, which is why 21/22 BBMR and Ikon Pass holders get exclusive access at both mountains on Thursday, Dec. 2, before opening to the public for the 21/22 season on Friday, Dec. 3.
Grab your gear and come enjoy some early laps. Read below to get the full scoop on this year’s Pass Holder Appreciation Day.
Grab your gear and come enjoy some early laps. Read below to get the full scoop on this year’s Pass Holder Appreciation Day.
Everything You Need to Know
Explore New Operations for the 21/22 Winter Season
Pass Pick Up
BBMR Dual, Anytime, and Midweek season passes purchased through November 24 have been mailed to the guest address on file. After November 24, all BBMR season passes must be picked up at Bear Mountain or Snow Summit ticket windows during operating hours. Season passes purchased in-person will be printed on-site at the Bear Mountain or Snow Summit ticket windows. Ikon Pass purchased will continued to be mailed through December 8. Starting December 9, all Ikon Passes must be picked up in-person any Ikon Pass destination ticket windows, including Bear Mountain and Snow Summit.
NOTE: BBMR season pass renewals will not receive a new pass; guests will keep their pass from the previous season. Guests that renew an Ikon Pass or Ikon Base Pass will receive a new pass.
Purchaser/pass holder must be present and present a valid photo ID, with proof of age, such as a birth certificate, passport or valid driver's license at time of pass pick up.
NOTE: BBMR season pass renewals will not receive a new pass; guests will keep their pass from the previous season. Guests that renew an Ikon Pass or Ikon Base Pass will receive a new pass.
Purchaser/pass holder must be present and present a valid photo ID, with proof of age, such as a birth certificate, passport or valid driver's license at time of pass pick up.
Health & Safety
To provide the best experience possible while accounting for the wellbeing of our guests, employees, and community, face coverings are required indoors for guests that have not been fully vaccinated.
Weather & Conditions
After last week's first snow of the season, the flakes were flying again at Big Bear Mountain Resort, with over a foot of freshies in the last week.
Forecasts are day temps in the 40°s and evening temps in the teens. We'll see mostly sunny skies for opening weekend with northeast winds 5-15 mph at times. No snowfall is expected in the next week.
Sign up for our snow alert emails to get notifications delivered to your inbox when the flakes start to fall.
Forecasts are day temps in the 40°s and evening temps in the teens. We'll see mostly sunny skies for opening weekend with northeast winds 5-15 mph at times. No snowfall is expected in the next week.
Sign up for our snow alert emails to get notifications delivered to your inbox when the flakes start to fall.
Pass Holder Benefits
Scan your BBMR or Ikon Pass to score special savings at Bear Mountain and Snow Summit all season long.
10% off for Big Bear Mountain Resort Passes
15% off for Ikon Pass
10% off for Ikon Base Pass
10% off for Big Bear Mountain Resort Passes
15% off for Ikon Pass
10% off for Ikon Base Pass
Chairlifts & Terrain
Snow Summit | Lifts Open from 9AM-4PM
Snow Summit ticket windows will open to pass holders at 8:30AM*. Chairs 1 and 8 will be available at 9AM with access to upper Summit Run to lower Miracle Mile and the Beginner Area, subject to change. Additional lifts and trails will open as conditions permit.
Bear Mountain | Lifts Open from 9AM-4PM
Ticket windows will open at 8:30AM*. Chairs 7 and 9 will be available at 9AM with access to Upper Park Run, Expressway, Central Park, Hidden Valley, and Inspiration, subject to change. Additional lifts and trails will open as conditions permit.
*Ticket windows are for season pass and parking pass pick-up only. Lift tickets will not be sold at ticket windows.
Snow Summit ticket windows will open to pass holders at 8:30AM*. Chairs 1 and 8 will be available at 9AM with access to upper Summit Run to lower Miracle Mile and the Beginner Area, subject to change. Additional lifts and trails will open as conditions permit.
Bear Mountain | Lifts Open from 9AM-4PM
Ticket windows will open at 8:30AM*. Chairs 7 and 9 will be available at 9AM with access to Upper Park Run, Expressway, Central Park, Hidden Valley, and Inspiration, subject to change. Additional lifts and trails will open as conditions permit.
*Ticket windows are for season pass and parking pass pick-up only. Lift tickets will not be sold at ticket windows.
Limited Edition T-Shirts
Stop by Big Bear Sports in the base area to grab a limited edition Opening Day t–shirt for $25 while supplies last. Big Bear Mountain Resort and Ikon Pass holders receive 10-15% off retail purchases, excluding electronics.
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.
Please note: Bear Mountain rental shop is still under construction. You will pick up rentals at the Bear Mountain Adventure Academy if you choose Bear Mountain as your pick-up location. Rental shop construction completion date TBD.
Pass holder receive 10-15% off Standard and Demo equipment rentals. Call 844.GO2.BEAR to apply the discount.
Please note: Bear Mountain rental shop is still under construction. You will pick up rentals at the Bear Mountain Adventure Academy if you choose Bear Mountain as your pick-up location. Rental shop construction completion date TBD.
Pass holder receive 10-15% off Standard and Demo equipment rentals. Call 844.GO2.BEAR to apply the discount.
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. New parking lots have been added this season.
Free shuttle service is available to/from all open remote lots.
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.
Free shuttle service is available to/from all open remote lots.
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.
General Public Access
Snow Summit and Bear Mountain are scheduled to open to the public for the 21/22 winter season on Friday, Dec. 3.
Snow Summit Opening Day
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Snow Summit and Bear Mountain are scheduled to open to the public for the 21/22 winter season on Friday, Dec. 3.
Snow Summit Opening Day
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