Forecasts are calling for fresh snow this holiday weekend. Weather and conditions can change at any time and is provided by NOAA.
Last updated: January 14, 2023 at 7AM PDT.

Saturday: Snow showers, mainly after 10AM. The snow could be heavy at times. High near 38. Southwest wind 10 to 15 mph increasing to 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 35 mph. Daytime total: few inches possible.
Saturday Night: Snow showers. The snow could be heavy at times. Areas of fog. Low around 26. Windy, with a southwest wind 20 to 30 mph, with gusts as high as 55 mph. Forecasts are calling for a few inches of snowfall.
Sunday: Snow showers likely, mainly after 4PM. Areas of fog. Otherwise, mostly cloudy, with a high near 32. Southwest wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.
Sunday Night: Snow showers. Areas of fog. Low around 26. Southwest wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. Few inches of new snow possible.
MILK Day: Snow showers. Areas of fog. High near 34. Southwest wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Few inches of new snow possible.

Base depth: 24-36"
Trail conditions: fresh snow
Snowmaking: will be active this weekend overnight

Lift Hours are Extended During the Holidays

Friday, Jan. 13
Snow Summit, 9AM-6PM, Night Session, 3PM-8:30PM
Bear Mountain, 9AM-4PM

Saturday & Sunday, Jan. 14-15
Snow Summit, 8:30AM-6PM, Night Session, 3PM-8:30PM
Bear Mountain, 8:30AM-4PM

Monday, Jan. 16
Snow Summit & Bear Mountain, 8:30AM-4PM

With no snowfall in the forecast for this weekend, snow chains will most likely not be required to/from Big Bear Lake. However, it is the law that you must carry chains in your vehicle as weather changes rapidly.

Reserved Parking will be in effect which means guests that want to park in the closest upper lot parking* in the base area of the resorts will be subject to a $25-$40 fee per vehicle, per day.

There are 5 parking lot options for guests looking for FREE parking with complimentary shuttle service to/from base areas. Allow at least 1.5-2 hours to park and shuttle in. For a full day on the slopes, we recommend arriving in the Big Bear Valley area by 6:30AM.

*Upper lot parking fees are not included in with lift tickets, lessons, rentals, tubing, etc. Parking tickets must be purchased separately and will sell out. Electric car charging stations are not available. Parking reservations must be reserved at least 1 day prior to arrival. Guests may not buy day-of.

Snowmaking is currently active and both mountains have nearly 100% open terrain.
Last updated: January 12, 2023 at 2PM PDT.

BEAR MOUNTAIN FEATURES: 123

13 boxes
26 rails/tubes
20 jumps
53 volcano/snow feature
11 lollipop/tank/jib

SNOW SUMMIT FEATURES: 63

15 boxes
11 rails/tubes
17 jumps
13 volcano/snow feature
7 lollipop/tank/jib

Total: 186 combined

Looking for an outdoor activity this winter that’s fun for the whole family? Check out Snow Summit’s Grizzly Ridge Tube Park and experience the thrill of gliding down the hill in a controlled environment in one of our snow tubes. The tube park is open daily. Skip the hiking and take a magic carpet to the top of the Tube Park, then slide down as fast as you can in one of our high-speed snow tubes.

The Tube Park is perfect for snow-goers of all ages, with discounts available for groups of 15 or more.

Whether you want to extend your ski day, or simply enjoy the adventure of riding under the stars, join us for Night Sessions from 3PM-8:30PM at Snow Summit. Night Session lift ticket or 22/23 season pass required to ski or snowboard during Night Sessions on Jan. 13-15.

No blackout dates for Ikon Pass and Ikon Base Pass at Big Bear Mountain Resort during the holidays. Enjoy direct-to-lift access every day of the season.

The 23/24 Bear + Summit Midweek Pass is valid for lift access Monday-Friday only + any nights with Night Session (yes, that's including Saturdays and Sundays!). The 23/24 Ikon Session is blacked out Jan. 13-14, 2024; Feb. 17-18, 2024.

Bear Mountain and Snow Summit's Terrain Parks are perennially rated among the best in the country thanks to our award-winning Park Crew’s dedication to constantly push the limit of what’s possible when it comes to park progression. During the holidays, you will find more features across Snow Summit and Bear Mountain to give you plenty to do this holiday.