Bear Mountain   Bear Mountain is very good for being where it is. I like it. It's great for a quick ski trip. Says Jim. There are 34 ski trails to choose from; there are ample ski trails for every ability. You have to go 53 miles to get to a ski mountain in possession of a better size elevation difference. Bear Mountain obtains snowfall close to the local average every snow season. Bear Mountain has a much lower than average share of expert and advanced slopes and     a much higher than average percentage of blue and green ski trails. Bear Mountain is a conventional size ski area having an average vertical drop compared to other west coast ski mountains. Please refer to the ski trail map of Bear Mountain on this page for information. The 1,665 feet of elevation difference is relatively acceptable; Bear Mountain makes good use of it. Hotel rooms are offered near the bottom area, but do book a room before you go given that it is a very popular destination. The snow-white highlands of California are something you can’t pass up in case you're hooked on snowboarding and skiing. Bear Mountain has a reasonable selection of ski trails and an acceptable choice   of lifts. Skiing and snowboarding in this part of the country is scores of fun the whole winter season. With the ski terrain being 750 acres you won't be short of skiable territory. The 12 great ski lifts here make for a peaceful ride up the slope. The 8 feet of great snow that falls here every winter keeps the coverage splendid. The San Bernardino Mountains and its highlands is a panorama worth seeing. Fine exercise and getting out of the house for a while will make you feel fine. Winter in the mountains of California and splendid slopes are magnificent attractions for a lot of folks. Because you're on this internet page you are possibly into skiing or snowboarding, either way, this region has many ski mountains. Bear Mountain is a good location for everyone with plenty of intermediate or beginner ski runs. The San Bernardino Mountains in winter is a nice spot for snowboarding and skiing. Bear Mountain has a good diversity of ski runs; it's out of the question to get bored here. Special features: All Mountain Terrain Park with features for beginner to advanced riders and skiers. Bear Mountain ski area management's own description Bear Mountain ski area Summer Info          Hotels Near Bear Mountain ski area, San Bernardino Mountains, California Best Western Big Bear Chateau, Big Bear Lake 1.6 miles away Snow Lake Lodge, Big Bear Lake 2.5 miles away Kleine Haus Jacuzzi Suites, Big Bear Lake 3.2 miles away Lakewood Cabins, Big Bear Lake 3.2 miles away Knickerbocker Mansion, Big Bear Lake 3.3 miles away Vintage Lakeside Inn, Big Bear Lake 3.3 miles away Fireside Lodge, Big Bear Lake 3.5 miles away Bear Creek Resort, Big Bear Lake 3.5 miles away Wolf Creek Resort, Big Bear Lake 3.5 miles away Bluegreen Vacations Big Bear Village, Ascend Resort Collection, Big Bear Lake 3.8 miles away Knights Inn Big Bear Lake, Big Bear Lake 3.8 miles away Holiday Inn Resort THE LODGE AT BIG BEAR LAKE, Big Bear 3.8 miles away Rodeway Inn & Suites Fireside Lodge, Big Bear Lake 3.8 miles away Big Bear Lakefront Lodge, Big Bear Lake 4.2 miles away Bay Meadows Resort, Big Bear Lake 5.1 miles away * Distances listed are direct linear distances, actual travel distance may be different.   Trailmap Bigger Trailmap Pictures of Bear Mountain ski area Bigger Picture Bigger Picture Stats Detailed Stats Summer Summer Activites at Bear Mountain ski area Management Description Description of Bear Mountain ski area submitted by ski area management. Contact Info Phone, Email, Address, GPS coordinates Weather Local weather forecast These outdoors activities are available near Bear Mountain ski area.   Ski Areas Near Bear Mountain ski area: Snow Summit, California , 2 miles away    1200 foot drop, 14 lifts, 31 runs    25% Expert & Adv.    65% Intermediate    10% Beginner Snow Valley, California , 12 miles away    1041 foot drop, 11 lifts, 30 runs    35% Expert & Adv.    35% Intermediate    30% Beginner Mt. Baldy, California , 53 miles away    2100 foot drop, 4 lifts, 28 runs    40% Expert & Adv.    40% Intermediate    20% Beginner Ski Sunrise, California , 58 miles away    816 foot drop, 4 lifts, 24 runs    30% Expert & Adv.    55% Intermediate    15% Beginner Mountain High, California , 58 miles away    1600 foot drop, 16 lifts, 62 runs    35% Expert & Adv.    40% Intermediate    25% Beginner Mt Waterman, California , 63 miles away    1300 foot drop, 3 lifts, 10 runs    40% Expert & Adv.    25% Intermediate    35% Beginner   Trails Near Bear Mountain ski area: Seven Oaks Trail, San Bernardino , 4 miles away, 1.9 hiking miles, 1761 feet elevation difference South Fork Trail, San Bernardino , 5 miles away,  3.2 hiking miles, 518 feet elevation difference Forsee Creek Trail, San Bernardino , 5 miles away,  11.8 hiking miles, 3896 feet elevation difference   National Parks Near Bear Mountain ski area: Mojave National Preserve, Barstow - CA , 40 miles away Joshua Tree National Park, Twentynine Palms - CA , 56 miles away   Golf Courses Near Bear Mountain ski area: Big Bear Mountain Golf Course, Big Bear Lake , 0 miles away Crispin Golf Course, Beckley , 3 miles away Highland Springs Golf Course, Cherry Valley , 16 miles away