The Snow Summit snow report for Jan 06 is a 12" base depth with 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.
Snow Reporter Comments: Last updated: Monday, January 6 at 7AMWe apologize for the later-than-usual update this morning. Our team was out assessing slope and surface conditions.The latest system brought a fresh half inch of new snow overnight, providing a light refresh to the slopes. Today’s forecast calls for mostly sunny skies with a high near 38 degrees, making for a comfortable day on the mountain. Southwest winds of 10 to 15 mph are expected, with gusts up to 25 mph, delivering that classic crisp mountain air. Looking ahead, drier conditions are expected to return by midweek, with near-normal temperatures and dry weather continuing through next weekend. Based on the weather, we are looking at Tuesday night into Wednesday morning for more snowmaking.CA-330, CA-18 RS, CA-18LV are open with no snow chain restrictions expected today. Please note that conditions are subject to change at any time. As a reminder, we cannot predict future conditions or make assumptions, as we do not own, manage, or control the roads or weather. Our role is limited to reporting observed conditions using information from SoCalMtns.com. Starting today, CA-38 from Mill Creek Road (Middle Control Road) to Hills Ranch Road (Forest Road) will be under a FULL CLOSURE, Monday-Friday from 7AM to 5PM. The route will be open to travelers without restrictions from 5:01PM to 6:59AM and fully open on weekends. Read press release.The plan is to open Snow Summit today with Chairs 1, 2, 4, and 8 spinning for skiers and snowboarders from 8:30AM–4PM today. Two terrain park features are currently open on Upper Summit Run, including a ride-on box and a tube. Grizzly Ridge Tube Park will not open this weekend as originally planned. Due to conditions and weather, the opening has been pushed to Friday, January 9.
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.
