Nestled in the heart of the San Bernardino National Forest, Big Bear Mountain Resort is a short, scenic drive from most Southern California locations.
CHP and CalTrans do not allow vehicles over 40’ in length on some roads and state highways.
Learn more about bus restrictions. For more information about all vehicle restrictions go to
www.dot.ca.gov.
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Snow Summit
880 Summit Blvd
Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
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Bear Mountain
43101 Goldmine Drive
Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
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Bear Mountain Golf Course
43102 Goldmine Drive
Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
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3 WAYS UP & 3 WAYS HOME
There are multiple ways to get up to Big Bear Mountain Resort, so please choose your route according to your starting location, weather, and road conditions.
ROAD CONDITIONS
HWY 330 / HWY 18 | RUNNING SPRINGS
The shortest and quickest way for visitors coming from Los Angeles, Orange County, and other points west is Hwy 330 / Hwy 18. Please note that this route can become very congested on the weekends during peak season.
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Los Angeles
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Orange County
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San Diego
From
San Fernando Valley
HWY 38 | REDLANDS
Though the drive on this route takes a bit longer, it is typically less congested than Hwy 330 / Hwy 18.
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Los Angeles
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Orange County
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San Diego
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Palm Springs
HWY 18 | LUCERNE VALLEY
Hwy 18 is the quickest way to/from Barstow, Las Vegas, and other high desert locations. This route has the least amount of mountain driving.
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Los Angeles & San Fernando Valley
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San Diego
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Orange County
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High Desert Cities
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The Palm Springs Area
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The Las Vegas Area
SNOW CHAINS MAY BE REQUIRED DURING WINTER MONTHS
Snow chains, also known as tire chains or cables, are required for safety when snow or ice conditions cause slippery highways. Check the road conditions before you head out to see if snow chains are required. There are 3 ways up and 3 ways home from BBMR which means snow chains may be required on one highway and not the other, so you should always carry chains in your vehicle during the winter months, even if your car has snow tires.
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