Snow & Ski Conditions Snow Summit

The Snow Summit snow report for Feb 21 is a 18" base depth with 8 of 10 lifts open. Please note ski conditions and snowfall at Snow Summit are sourced directly from the ski resort and are only recorded during the official ski season's opening to closing dates.
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Recent Snowfall

  
10"5"18"0"8"0"

Base

18"
Machine Groomed

Summit

36"
Machine Groomed

Depth vs Average

60%
vs average of 30" on Feb 21
Snow Reporter Comments: SOLD OUT FOR TODAY, FEB. 21Day Lift Tickets are sold out for Saturday, February 21. There are no capacity restrictions or reservation requirements for 25/26 Ikon Pass, Ikon Base Pass, or Big Bear Mountain Resort season pass holders.  Half day lift tickets are not available. Guests that want to ski or snowboard today may purchase a Night Session lift ticket, valid 3PM-8:30PM, today at Snow Summit and Snow Valley.Please note: Friends & Family lift ticket discounts, birthday and military lift tickets are still available to purchase at the ticket windows.⚠️ Last updated: Saturday, February 21, 11:14AMAll snow chain and cable restrictions have been lifted.⚠️ Last updated: Saturday, February 21, 5:40AMThe storm total now sits at 41 inches. That’s nearly three and a half feet of brand-new snow stacked across the mountain. And that doesn’t even count the snowmaking crew who’ve been putting in the late-night hours to keep coverage dialed everywhere.Bensweather.com is projecting the latest series of storms to officially be over. Skies will be mostly clear and warmer this weekend as high pressure builds back over the area, daytime highs will make it back into the mid-40s today, even nearing 50 by tomorrow, with overnight lows generally in the teens, light & variable winds to 15 mph. Our weather looks dry and warmer through the end of the month. There was a potential storm around midweek, but the latest forecast models have trended much drier, instead, conditions look more spring-like out there next week as temperatures reach the 60s.Since yesterday's terrain park feature update, both snow roller landings on Upper Westridge have turned into two (2) perfectly built medium size jumps. Aside from this, no other changes have occurred leaving the total feature count at 17.Upper lot parking is SOLD OUT at Snow Summit today (Feb. 21). Guests without a pre-purchased spot must follow onsite signage to park in the free remote lots and use the shuttle to access the resort.Snow Summit:ChairsChair 1: 8:30AM-TBDChair 2: 8:30AM-8:30PMChair 3: 9AM-8PMChair 4: 9AM-TBDChair 7: 8:30AM-4:30PMChair 8: 8:30AM-8:30PMNEW YESTERDAY Chair 9: 9AM-4PMMC 1 (public): 9AM-5PMTrailsUpper Miracle MileLower Miracle MileBear Bottom Beginner AreaUpper Summit RunLower Summit RunUpper WestridgeZzyzxSummit ConnectionUpper Log Chute7 DownLower Timber RidgeHog BackEast WhyEgo TripLower Log ChuteLower WestridgeSide ChuteTommi'sUpper Timber RidgeNEW YESTERDAY: CruiserNEW YESTERDAY: SundownNEW YESTERDAY: MainstreamNEW YESTERDAY: Skyline CreekNEW YESTERDAY: Dicky'sNEW YESTERDAY: Off ChuteNEW YESTERDAY: OlympicNEW YESTERDAY: Perfect PitchesNEW YESTERDAY: SugarpineNEW YESTERDAY: Side ShowNEW YESTERDAY: The WallROADSR2 snow chain restrictions on CA-38, 18 via Running Springs, and 18 Lucerne Valley. Make sure you are carrying chains and check our snow chains page for full details before heading up. At this time, all roads are open but can change status at any minute due to weather, conditions, and traffic accidents. For any road questions, please call CalTrans directly at 1.800.427.7623.BOARD SALENeed new gear for all this fresh snow? The Go for the Gold sale is on at Big Bear Sports in the Bear Mountain base area with 20% off select brand new boards, boots, and bindings through February 22.Information on this page is subject to change at any time. Please check back throughout the day for the latest updates as new information becomes available.
Lifts Open
8/10 open
Runs Open
30/33 open
Beginner Runs Open
7/8
Intermediate Runs Open
14/16
Advanced Runs Open
6/6
Expert Runs Open
3/3

Resort Overview

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Dec 05
Projected Opening
Apr 12
Projected Closing
Snow Summit is Southern California's home for year-round scenic getaways and outdoor experiences, with world-class skiing and snowboarding in the winter and mountain biking, hiking, and family-friendly base area activities in the summer. During the winter months (November-April), Snow Summit offers 240 acres of skiable terrain with lifts and trails for all ability levels. Drop in at 8,200 feet and experience the best that SoCal has to offer. The fun doesn't stop at Snow Summit. Check out Big Bear Mountain Resort's additional alpine venues, including Snow Valley and Bear Mountain. The mountain resort sits at an elevation of 7,000 feet in the San Bernadino Mountains, grants access to varied terrain via 11 lifts and provides an average 100 inches of annual snowfall. The top elevation of 8,200 feet gives skiers and riders access to 1,200 feet of vertical drop. Other on-mountain activities include a tube park and night skiing. Where Is Snow Summit Located? Snow Summit’s base area rests within one mile of Big Bear Lake and is a two-hour drive from Los Angeles. Snow Summit is a convenient option for flyers thanks to its close proximity to Ontario International Airport, which is located 60 miles west of the ski area.  

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