Bear Mountain
The largest terrain park ski resort in Southern California, with jumps, rails, and half-pipes. It is the top choice for snowboarders.
Bear Mountain lies on the east side of Big Bear Lake, with a highest point of about 2,685 meters. It is famous for its large terrain park, with many jumps, rails, and half-pipes that draw snowboarders and freestyle skiers. It also has a beginner area and a ski school. It belongs to the Big Bear Mountain Resort together with Snow Summit, so one lift ticket covers both, and free shuttle buses run between the two. From the summit you can look out over Big Bear Lake toward the Mojave Desert. On ski-season weekends the parking lots fill early, so arrive early or take the shuttle bus. Book rentals and lessons in advance.
Opening hours
Winter season about 08:30–16:00
Nearby sights
- Big Bear Alpine Zoo
- Snow Summit
- Big Bear Snow Play
- The Village at Big Bear Lake
- Big Bear Discovery Center
- Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain
- Alpine Pedal Path
- Cougar Crest Trail