The Bear Mountain snow report for Dec 06 is a 18" base depth with 3 of 7 lifts open. Please note ski conditions and snowfall at Bear Mountain are sourced directly from the ski resort and are only recorded during the official ski season's opening to closing dates.
Snow Reporter Comments: Last updated: Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 9AM ptUpper lot parking is full with a few spots left for $30 in the Clubhouse Lot. Follow the onsite signage for free parking down in Brownie Lane.Last updated: Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 12AM ptForecasts are calling for sunny skies with day temps in the 40s. The resort is now open daily, with hours of Monday through Friday from 9AM to 4PM and Saturday through Sunday from 8:30AM to 4PM. Upper lot daily paid parking will be in effect today and Sunday. Check the parking page for more parking & daily paid parking information or download the new mobile app and click on the parking section to view real-time parking lot status.Chair 9 will offer access to Upper Park Run, Expressway, Hidden Valley, and Central Park and Chair 7 with access to Inspiration. The team is working on getting Midway Chair 5 open by today. Bear Mountain’s terrain park is sitting at 18 features right now: 16 jibs and 2 jumps. Updates are posted directly from Park Staff as they get put in at BBMR.com/terrain-parks. You are able to see photos of the features in the snow and where they are located. Ikon Pass, Ikon Base Pass, and first-time pass holders must pick up their pass at the ticket windows with valid ID, while renewing pass holders may use their existing pass at the RFID gates.Kids Ski and Snowboard Free Week runs December 6 through 12, 2025, allowing children ages 12 and under to receive a free lift ticket by adding a zero-dollar ticket online in advance or visiting any ticket window upon arrival. Plus, buy a child Smith helmet at Big Bear Sports and receive a free gift.
Bear Mountain is Southern California's home for year-round high-altitude adventure, with world-class skiing and snowboarding in the winter and a unique 9-hole golf course in the summer. In the winter (November-April), Bear Mountain offers a combined 748 acres of skiable terrain with lifts and trails for all ability levels. Highlights include award-winning terrain parks, a recently renovated base area, and the region's largest beginner areas and highest lift-served peak (8,805 feet). Bear Mountain is part of Big Bear Mountain Resort, along with Snow Valley and Snow Summit.
Where Is Bear Mountain Located?
The easiest way to get to the mountain is by car, either your own or a rental. It’s about two and a half hours from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) depending on traffic.
