Snow Summit
Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
Phone: (909) 866-2052
- Hours:
- Mon-Thu 8am-4:30pm, Fri-Sun 7:30am-9:30pm
Editorial Review for Snow Summit – by Jonathan Schultz
In Short
Want to find the shortest lift line on the mountain? Check the frequently updated Smart Signs perched along the resort's ridge top. Want to know the easiest route down from the East Mountain Xpress quad? Tune in to the loudspeakers nestled in the treetops. As Big Brother-esque as it all seems, it makes for a pretty harmonious day on the slopes. The All-Mountain Xpress quad keeps thrill seekers happy, accessing some of the best-designed terrain parks in the country.
Vital Stats
Terrain: 240 skiable acres incorporating 31 trails
Lifts: 12
Top elevation: 8,200 feet
Base elevation: 7,000 feet
Vertical drop: 1,200 feet
Uphill capacity: 18,550 per hour
Skiable miles: 18
Terrain difficulty: 10 percent beginner, 25 percent low intermediate, 40 percent Intermediate, 25 percent advanced-
Longest run: 1.25 miles
Five-year snowfall average: 100 inches
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Insider Tips
Save MoneyHalf day begins at 12:30pm, and those tickets are offered at discount prices. Kids younger than 6 get in free.
Save TimeFull-service ski, snowboard and snow toy rental facilities, lessons, a retail store, on- and off-mountain dining, lodging and bars are available at the resort.
Know Before You GoThe east side is lightly trafficked, and the snow holds well.
The ExtrasFurther west is Chair 9, where gentle novice and low-intermediate terrain caters to families.
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