Snow & Ski Conditions Snow Valley

The Snow Valley snow report for Feb 21 is a 12" base depth with 6 of 9 lifts open. Please note ski conditions and snowfall at Snow Valley 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"24"0"8"0"

Base

12"
Machine Groomed

Summit

24"
Machine Groomed

Depth vs Average

46%
vs average of 26" on Feb 21
Snow Reporter Comments: ? Select the Snow Summit or Bear Mountain tab to view detailed mountain reports and the latest operational updates. This section is reporting information for Snow Valley only. Each resort has their own daily message.--------------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 wait is officially over! Slide Peak will open today, Saturday, February 21, with plenty of panoramic views and fresh terrain for advanced/expert skiers and snowboarders. While Chair 11 will be in operation, Chair 9 will not be open. Please abide by and follow all signage while enjoying the new terrain. Mother Nature capped off an incredible week that delivered 36–47 inches in just seven days. Our season-to-date natural snowfall now sits at 54 inches, and the mountain is looking full, filled in, and ready to explore. Skies are clearing, daytime temps will be back in the low 30s, and conditions are shaping up to be soft, smooth, and packed with winter goodness.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, two (2) boxes have been added to the Eagle Flats trail bringing the total feature count to eight (8).Snow Valley:ChairsChair 1: 8:30AM-8:30PMChair 2: 8:30AM-8:30PMChair 6: 8:30AM-8:30AMChair 11: 9AM-3PMChair 13: 8:30AM-8:30PMMC 16 (public): 8:30AM-4PMTrailsEagle FlatsThe EDGEEast BowlThunder MountainBig BowlCoyote FlatsNEW YESTERDAY: Upper Wine RockNEW YESTERDAY: Lower Wine RockNEW YESTERDAY: Surprise RunNEW YESTERDAY: QuickieNEW YESTERDAY: Lake RunNEW YESTERDAY: PipelineNEW YESTERDAY: Mambo AlleyNEW YESTERDAY: The ChuteNEW YESTERDAY: Show OffNEW YESTERDAY: West RunNEW YESTERDAY: Richard'sNEW YESTERDAY: Snow BowlNEW YESTERDAY: The HideoutNEW YESTERDAY: The LadderNEW YESTERDAY: BubblegumNEW YESTERDAY: The ChuteNEW YESTERDAY: Race PeakNEW TODAY: East SlideEXPECTED TODAY: The FaceEXPECTED TODAY: Show MeEXPECTED TODAY: Snake RunEXPECTED TODAY: Nord ValleyEXPECTED TODAY: West SlideROADSR2 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
6/9 open
Runs Open
29/32 open
Beginner Runs Open
3/3
Intermediate Runs Open
12/15
Advanced Runs Open
11/11
Expert Runs Open
3/3

Resort Overview

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Jan 10
Projected Opening
Apr 05
Projected Closing
As the longest continually operating mountain destination in Southern California (est. 1937), Snow Valley is known for its storied past, easygoing atmosphere, and remarkable mountaintop views that span as far as the Pacific Ocean on especially clear days. With 240 acres to explore, Snow Valley has something for everyone, from the steeps of Slide Peak to the recently expanded beginner area, as well as Southern California’s only lift-served tube park and high-speed six-seat lift, The Snow Valley Express. In the summer, Snow Valley offers lift-served mountain biking, Scenic Sky Chair, hiking, special events and more.

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