Snow Valley Mountain Resort
Snow Valley
A long-established ski area on the Rim of the World Highway, with fewer crowds and lower prices than the two main ski resorts at Big Bear Lake.
Snow Valley sits along State Route 18, the Rim of the World Highway, near Running Springs. It is one of the oldest ski areas in Southern California, with more than a dozen chairlifts and runs that are mostly for beginner and intermediate skiers, plus a snow tubing area. It is smaller than Big Bear's Snow Summit and Bear Mountain, with shorter lift lines and cheaper lift tickets. It is also closer to visitors coming up from Los Angeles, which makes it a good choice for skiers who want to avoid the crowds. Snow conditions depend on natural snowfall and snowmaking, so check the official website for opening dates.
Opening hours
Winter season about 08:30–16:00
Nearby sights
- Butler Peak Fire Lookout
- Castle Rock Trail
- Boulder Bay Park
- Big Bear Lake
- Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain
- The Village at Big Bear Lake
- Alpine Pedal Path
- Cougar Crest Trail