About Bear Mountain
Bear Mountain is a ski resort in California. It offers 1,665 feet of vertical drop, 198 skiable acres, 26 marked runs, served by 7 lifts, with an average of about 100" of snow a year. The area began in the 1940s and operated under several names, including Moonridge and Goldmine, before becoming Bear Mountain. It is now part of Big Bear Mountain Resort. Bear Mountain is terrain-park focused and has full snowmaking coverage across its developed terrain.
Why Visit Bear Mountain?
- 26 runs with 1,663ft of vertical drop
- Average annual snowfall of 100"
- 198 skiable acres with terrain for all ability levels
- 7 lifts including chairlift
Where to Stay
Live prices for hotels, condos and homes near Bear Mountain, plus places we’ve researched.
Live prices & availability
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Mountain Statistics
8,806ft
Summit Elevation
2,684m
7,139ft
Base Elevation
2,176m
1,663ft
Vertical Drop
507m
198 acres
Skiable Area
80.13 ha
26
Total Runs
1.5mi
Longest Run
2.41km
7
Lifts
100"
Avg. Snowfall
254cm annually
How Bear Mountain compares
Terrain Breakdown
15%
55%
30%
●Beginner
15% of trails
■Intermediate
55% of trails
◆Advanced / Expert
30% of trails
Trail Map
Open the current Bear Mountain trail map:
Season & Operating Hours
Last season (2025–26)
Opening DayNovember 14, 2025
Closing DayApril 12, 2026
Status Closed for the season
This season’s dates are set by the resort — check its official site for opening day.
Getting to Bear Mountain
By Car
Bear Mountain is in California, USA. Tap the button below for turn-by-turn directions from where you are.
Get DirectionsGPS Coordinates
Latitude34.2272
Longitude-116.8597
RegionCalifornia, USA
Lift Tickets
The rest of your Bear Mountain trip — for lodging, see Where to Stay above.
Nearby Resorts
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening and closing dates are set by the resort each season, so check its official site for this year's dates. Bear Mountain averages 100" of snowfall a year.
Bear Mountain rates 15% of its terrain as beginner, across 26 marked runs. Check the resort's site for its ski school and learning areas.
Bear Mountain averages 100" of snowfall a season, with a summit elevation of 8,806 ft.
Bear Mountain is located in California, USA. Use the "Get Directions" button at the top of this page for turn-by-turn directions from where you are. GPS coordinates: 34.2272, -116.8597.
The Where to Stay section near the top of this page shows live prices for hotels, condos and vacation rentals around Bear Mountain, plus any places we've researched.
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