Product Details
Snow Valley Snow Play Area is a dedicated snow playground where guests of all ages can enjoy the snow without skiing, snowboarding, or tubing. It’s perfect for families looking to build snowmen, play in the snow, and create a classic winter mountain experience. One snow play ticket is required per participant entering the fenced area. Each ticket includes:

  • All-day access to Snow Valley’s dedicated Snow Play Area
  • Come and go throughout the day with unlimited in-and-out access
  • Use of shared snow play equipment available on a first-come, first-served basis

Hours of Operations
Today through December 4
 Closed

December 5 and 6
9AM-4PM

December 7 through 10
Closed

December 11 through April 4
Daily: 9AM-4PM
Extends to 6PM on dates with Night Sessions

Cost
$20-$29 per ticket, all ages

Contact Info & Address
Snow Valley
844.GO2.BEAR
35100 CA-18, Running Springs, CA 92382

Where is the snow play area located?

The snow play area is situated at the base of the tube park between chairs 12 and 13.

What is the cost of a snow play area ticket?

$20-$29 based on midweek, weekends, holidays, or peak periods. No minimum age required.

Can I buy snow play area tickets at the ticket window?

Yes, tickets will be available for same-day purchase if spots are still available. This activity is subject to sell out. To buy day-of, head to the tube hill kiosk (Friday-Sunday) or ticket windows (Monday-Thursday).

Are there any restrictions for snow play, such as age or height requirements?

Currently, there are no restrictions. From newborns to seniors, all are welcome.

Can children be left unsupervised in the snow play area?

No, we will have signage indicating that children must be supervised at all times.

Is parking included?

No, parking is not included with a tubing ticket. Parking is free on select days. On dates when Snow Valley charges for parking, a separate parking ticket is required.

Are personal items like shovels or buckets allowed?

Yes, personal items are allowed unless we encounter issues that require us to adjust our policy/rules.

Are personal sleds or inner tubes allowed?

No, personal sleds or inner tubes are not allowed at this time. The Snow Play area will provide a limited amount of snow play items for public use on a first come first served basis. For guests looking for downhill adventures, please purchase a Snow Tubing time slot.

Are dogs permitted in the snow play area?

No, dogs are not allowed on the snow. Dogs are welcome in the base area but must remain on a leash and be well-behaved around other guests and dogs.

Can I go in and out?
Yes, your ticket allows unlimited in-and-out access throughout the day.

How to Purchase
To purchase, start by selecting the date you want to play for in the calendar picker below and click 'search dates'. Click 'add to cart' and check out or continue shopping. If you're purchasing for multiple participants, simply click "Add to Cart" for each ticket you need. When you've added all of your tickets, click the cart in the upper-right corner of the page to begin checkout. During checkout, you'll enter the name and information for each person to whom you'd like to assign a ticket.

After Purchasing
After your ticket purchase is complete, you will receive a confirmation email receipt entitled "Big Bear Mountain Resort Reservations." To ensure deliverability, please add reservations@bbmr.com to your safe senders list. If you are unable to locate your confirmation email, check your junk/spam folder or call 844.GO2.BEAR to speak to a reservation specialist.

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Guest Planning Responsibility
Lift tickets purchased in advance are date-specific and are not a guarantee of specific weather, snow conditions, terrain conditions, or overall mountain experience. Guests who purchase tickets months in advance are responsible for checking current conditions leading up to their visit and making informed decisions based on the conditions at that time. Lift and trail status may change throughout the day due to weather, safety considerations, operational needs, and other factors beyond our control. No refunds day-of or after your visit.
Refund & Cancellation Policy 3+ Days Prior
Guests may change or cancel lift ticket, lesson, rental, or activity reservations up to 3 full days prior to the scheduled date for a full refund. Changes or cancellations made within 3 days, up until the day prior to the scheduled date, will result in an Activity Change Voucher being issued for the full value of the activity cost (no fee). Same-day changes, cancellations, or failure to show up to your activity will result in a full forfeit of your payment. Before making a purchase, please review the Activity Change & Cancellation Policy page for complete details on what is refundable and non-refundable. PLEASE NOTE: The purchaser must be present and provide a valid physical government-issued ID and the form of payment used to purchase the reservation at time of check in. No exceptions. Once you make a purchase, if those funds are removed from Big Bear Mountain Resort's account and given back to you, your purchased tickets will become void and irredeemable for entry. Fraudulent attempts to force a bank or credit card chargeback by claiming you didn’t make the ticket purchase or can’t identify the purchase on your bank statement will result in being barred from attending future events hosted by Big Bear Mountain Resort.

Gift Cards, ACV & other Forms of Payment
Gift Cards, Pass Holder Discounts, Pass Cash, and Activity Change Vouchers cannot be applied online at this time. These forms of payments can only be used in-person or by calling 844.GO2.BEAR.

Risk Warning
Skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking, and other outdoor activities have inherent risks that may result in property damage, personal injury, or death. GUESTS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR OWN SAFETY AND ASSUME ALL INHERENT RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH PARTICIPATING IN OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES. All guests must follow the Big Bear Mountain Resort rules of conduct and NSAA Responsibility Code. Visit the Safety page for complete details. Lift tickets and season passes may be suspended or revoked without refund at any time for failure to comply with resort rules, misconduct, nuisance, reckless behavior, or fraudulent use. Anyone attempting to use a lift ticket or season pass fraudulently or in a manner for which it is not intended is subject to prosecution under California Penal Code 537(b). Facilities under permit from the U.S. Forest Service.

Policy on Purchases & Age Verification
Anyone found purchasing child tickets for personal use as adult tickets will be deemed engaging in fraudulent activity. Big Bear Mountain Resort is committed to rigorously enforcing the utilization of tickets in accordance with their designated age categories. Any patrons discovered using tickets intended for a different age category will be promptly escorted from the resort and may incur additional consequences, including a ban from future visits.
Avoid Fraud
All lift tickets and season passes are issued for personal use only and are non-transferable. Each access pass may only be used by the individual whose name is associated with it. Using another person’s access pass, or allowing someone else to use your access pass, is considered fraud and is illegal. View more on-hill rules and guidelines on the Mountain Safety page. Lift tickets are non-transferable and are not for resale. Violators may be prosecuted under California Penal Code 537 PC. To ensure the safety of our guests and employees, all ski, snowboard, and bike lessons at Big Bear Mountain Resort must be booked with a certified, BBMR instructor. Anyone found offering/selling or purchasing a 3rd party/non-BBMR lesson at BBMR will forfeit their resort access, including lift privileges, and be subject to prosecution, pursuant to California Penal Code 537 PC.