Big Time Skiing on Big Bear Mountain Resort

Big Bear is a great in Southern California for snowboarding and skiing. It's been great this season because more runs have been open, so we've really been able to explore more of the mountain. We live in San Diego and I've made a few short trips here in the last few weeks. I definitely prefer to go here during the weekdays to avoid the weekend crowds. It has been nice that most of the mountain has been open, so that's definitely spreads out the foot traffic. I will definitely make a few more trips in before the ski season is over. Also if the weather is nice you can enjoy night skiing, I've only done it once but had a really great experience.

My first time snowboarding and it was so much fun! I had no preconceived opinions about the resort because I’ve obviously never been. My friends said it was crowded because it was the weekend. We went on a Saturday. I saw a lot of people but I didn’t feel like it was too bad. I was still able to maneuver the slopes. There was one time someone ran into me but they were falling and then I fell being my first time I couldn’t correct my board My friend was giving me pointers on the bunny slope which helped a lot! Did that 3 times and the lift didn’t have a long line. We then moved over to the steeper slope which was fun because you had a longer time being able to practice the things you just learned. The lift line here was much longer of a wait. The food was good! I got the double bacon cheeseburger and it was amazing. Got a vitamin water that just felt so refreshing. Also got a whisky and coke which was a little light handed. Overall, I loved the experience and would definitely love to go back. Only tip is bring crap stick or a gaiter because your lips get super dry!

Some of the friendliest staff I have ever met at a ski resort. Everyone is so helpful, providing tips and support. The slopes have lots of jumps and great trails for more advanced snowboarders (didn't see too many skiiers). However, early in the season, the ice can be rather crunchy as it has not snowed in the area. For beginners, this isn't the best place, since their green can be more on the challenging side and their bunny hills don't open until later in the season. Ski rentals and lift passes are affordable with free parking. One can also chill in the lodge with American-style food

Always a great time at Bear. All of their staff are so friendly and always say hello when they are walking around. Great technical bike bark with everything needed to test your abilities. Easy to get to and quick lifts and bike trails. Keep up the great work staff

It's a nice skiing area close to Los Angeles. However, I found the prices for the ski passes a bit expensive, and the ski runs weren't fully groomed, especially after fresh snow. As a result, skiing on some of the open runs felt like going off-trail. Overall, we still had fun!