4+ My recent visit in early 2/2026 was the first time I've been to Snow Summit in over a decade and…read morethis was my second snowboarding excursion in the last decade as well (so I am/ was a bit rusty) I had a free day during the week and drove up in the morning by myself. There was free parking that was easy to find and gear up at. This particular location doesn't feel large and since it was kind of sunny and a weekday, I think a lot of the trails and some of the lifts were shutdown during my visit. Not a big deal at all since my goal was to avoid large weekend crowds and shake off my personal cobwebs and just enjoy myself at my own speed. Getting my pass ready at the entrance using my phone, emails, and the app was pretty straightforward. Once I got that situated, I was able to start making my way to the first main lift and head up. The crowds during a weekday (early 2/2026) were so small, I was able to take my own chair up without having any traffic behind me. I can't speak for experienced skiers and snowboarders since even a decade ago, I would consider myself a solid intermediate snowboarder (that didn't do any tricks) and I will say it's a solid resort especially what I was looking for. I was able to go down the trails and constantly go up the lifts so quickly and my muscle memory all started coming back albeit with a few minor spills. After a while, I wanted to grab a beer and make my way over to Big Bear since I had the pass that allowed me to experience both parks. Definitely a solid snow resort that isn't too intense and is great for the proximity of people who live in the LA/ IE area.

For a SoCal option, this is one of my favorite mountains to take newbies and intermediate boarders…read more The terrain offers quite a bit of selections is the skillset mentioned above. I also like one of their runs being spacious and wide for ease of maneuverability. Base of the mountain during peak season also have a wide variety of food and beverage options. Their bloody marry are really good here. I would recommend you get one of these for those cold days for a light snack with a kick to move you along until the last run. I have seen the lift ticket system change throughout the decades and I'm glad that they are updating their process to move the lines along. During peak season, there are multiple locations that you can park where shuttles will take you to and from the base. Parking in the main lot does come with a fee. Slow days or weekdays are usually $25 per vehicle. Overall, it's a great place to board with a nice view of the lake. Can't wait to get back on the slope with good snow.

4+ My recent visit in early 2/2026 was the first time I've been to area in over a decade and this…read morewas my second snowboarding excursion in the last decade as well...so I was a bit rusty. I spent my morning over at Snow Summit to get runs in and shake off the cobwebs. I had a free day during the week and drove up in the morning by myself. The cast that I purchased you access to both this part and Snow Summit so I had to at least get a few runs in here after lunch. There was free parking that was easy to find and gear up at. Like the other park, I feel like some of the trails and lifts were shunt down for the day. No biggie. It was not crowded at all. I don't have any scientific basis for this, but it feels like this park has a few more obstacles or is more friendly to some of the more seasoned folks that come through. Overall, my experience was pleasant. Even though I didn't spend a lot of time here since my body started getting tired. A fun park that isn't too far for people in the LA or SoCal area. Definitely a good experience when the park isn't crowded.

When you're heading up to Big Bear during the week where it has a lot of snow you know your in for…read moremadness. My son wanted to go tubing, which I was not opposed to so you book online the night before and lock your spot in. It's about $56 per person to tube which is a little steep but then again we're in the mountains so you pay for everything. Parking for the hill, getting to the hill, navigating the chaos on the hill. All the above is a mission on its own. Be prepared to wait, to walk, and to deal with the craziness. The employees they are cool, just overworked and I feel like there needs to be more than to navigate through the BS. Fun little place to go tubing and the run is pretty cool. Just be prepared to pay and struggle with the parking situation. Hire more people guys probably help you guys out tremendously.

I spent a day at Big Bear Snow Play and had an absolute blast trying a little bit of everything…read more Between the go-karts, ropes course, and tubing hill, there was no shortage of adrenaline. The go-karts were probably the biggest thrill for me, with plenty of speed and just enough friendly competition to make every lap interesting. I also loved the ropes course, especially the way it's set up. Instead of following a single path, you pay for your time and can freely explore different obstacles and challenges at your own pace. There's even a small zip line mixed in, which was a fun surprise. The tubing was another highlight. There's something surprisingly exciting about launching down the hill on an inner tube and picking up serious speed, even in the springtime. Riding the magic carpet back to the top made it easy to squeeze in run after run without wearing myself out. Overall, it felt like a full day of active fun with enough variety to keep things interesting, and I left tired in the best possible way.

Do not come here ! The workers have terrible customer service. They are all rude and not helpful…read more They do not help to push you down, they just stand there and scream at you to hurry up. The lines are terribly long because of the same reason they don't help to push people down. It's very unorganized and highly OVERPRICED! I Paid $420 dollars just to get yelled at and have workers tell me that they can't help us to push us down. It's not worth it.

To help bring in the New Year the right way, we took our kids to Big Bear Mountain for their first…read moreski lesson. They were with Coach Dominic. We couldn't have asked for a better ski instructor for our children! From the very first moment, he was incredibly energetic, friendly, and kind, which immediately put our kids at ease. His supportive and encouraging approach helped build confidence using the ski lift and on the slopes. His knowledge of skiing really showed in how clearly and patiently he explained everything. He made learning fun while keeping safety a top priority. Our children had an amazing time and came away excited, confident, and eager to ski again. Highly recommend Coach Dominic to any family looking for a fantastic kids' ski instructor!

Only rating a 3 because the snow tubing was TERRIBLE! and we paid for parking we couldn't use…read morebecause apparently it fills up at 9am (even though we saw open spots riding the shuttle??). I had a great time leading to ski. Wes was AMAZING! The snow tubing promised me 8 lanes. There were 3 and it took 6 seconds to get from top to bottom. I have more fun tubing in Indiana than I did there and it was $49 a person. Very very disappointing. Skiing was great though.

The cabin is absolutely perfect for our family of 5. It's cozy and down home mountain vibe feeling…read morewith lovely perks of a keurig, electric fireplace, jacuzzi and cozy beds. The family fun garage was a blast for us. Card games, sports on the tv, and pool.. Thank you to the owners for sharing their gem!!! I have no affiliation with them, just had a fantastic 4th of July with my family at a great cabin!

Had a great stay. Clean house, great support and communication even with no issues. Really enjoyed…read moreour time in Big Bear over July 4th!

New Ownership! And WOW! This family run Christian business has updated and upgraded every aspect of…read morethe Ski Haus. They have the best prices in town, providing professional personalized service all the way to the slopes and back. If you are a PCT hiker, make sure you stop in. They support your every need. You will return season after season!

This rental place was amazing! The owner, her husband and her sister were so incredibly helpful…read more They've owned it for 2 years and have made some awesome changes. This is the only place my husband has rented from for 20+ years and I now know why. They genuinely care about you having the right gear, fitted well to have the best possible time in the snow. You rent from here they treat you like family! (The good side of the family). And legit the best prices on the mountain!

Melia left my kids stranded and wouldn't let them into the place. She said it was "regulations"…read morebecause the booking was in my name. I suggested to her to give me a refund and let my adult son rebook it in his name so the rules are met. They were already there! She didn't even respond! She kept my money and the kids had nowhere to stay!

Snuggle Bear Cabin...there are only positive things I can say about this deeply wonderful and…read morerelaxing cabin. What I noticed about the location of this cabin was that it was further away from the heavy tourist areas but close enough to grocery stores, restaurants and shops. So if you are looking for peace and quiet this is the perfect getaway from the everyday stresses of life. This cabin includes a living room with a cute fireplace, a small but full kitchen with a eating area, full bathroom (water pressure is good and it heats up pretty quickly), a bedroom with a closet, access to the backyard, a front porch and a cozy loft with a flatscreen TV that I didn't touch once. I was primarily there solo to detox from the busy life of Los Angeles and not to ski since I was there beginning of May. Snuggle Bear Cabin had everything I needed to detox. I laid out my yoga mat and meditation pillow upstairs in the loft and it had an inviting view of tall trees out the window. It was a perfect environment to reflect on life, letting all creative juices flow, read and write. The solitude was exceptionally welcome. The final full day that I was there, my boyfriend came up to join me. And really...all we did was snuggle. I highly recommend this beautiful cabin for anyone to deeply relax and enjoy the natural wonders of Big Bear. Thank you, Melia, for his wonderful experience.

We recently rented for a day of skiing after some recent snowfall. Trevor, the owner wasn't able…read moreto make it in, so Greg showed up to help. It was around noon and most places won't let you pickup that early, but the shop was real accommodating with renting a day early. Greg even offered us a free helmet (which we didn't need, but real nice). We were also able to return way after hours. In addition to such great service, the mid week value was incredible. Best place to rent on the mountain by far, going back here when we come back. FYI, currently only the Big Bear Blvd. location is currently open.

The owner is a world class skier very knowledgeable…read more The location is perfect!!! They have have the best prices in town

I couldn't recommend this place enough! They are so kind and made my entire month by helping with…read moremy upcoming snowboard trip. Kailyn and the team truly care about their customers and you can tell with their service. Wouldn't shop anywhere else!

Dog-friendly kayak rentals, and extremely friendly and amazing service! I found this spot on Yelp…read morewhen looking for a dog-friendly water sport rental. From the moment we walked in, to the moment we were on the kayak, the team was so helpful and sweet to us. They made the check in process easy, and gave us clear instructions on where to go on the lake. My dog was so chill on the tandem kayak, and the overall experience was so much fun. The rental was for 2 hours at $60, but we got tired after about an hour. Even then, it was still super fun!

I really appreciated the communication from Ramla, who helped me book the cabin. She was incredibly…read morehelpful, responsive, and assisted me in finding the perfect place. Ramla was amazing! Overall, I would absolutely book here again. This was a 5-star stay! I come to Big Bear often, and this was one of my favorite homes and experiences. Everything was easy, comfortable, and enjoyable.

Our experience was beautiful. The home we rented was grand with a beautiful staircase and views of…read morethe lake. The entire home was very comfortable and the kitchen had everything we needed. Experiencing the 4th of July fireworks this way is something we plan to do yearly. We can't wait to go back to sit on the patio and watch the sun rise over the mountains. We added on an extra day and Ramla was so sweet and professional. Thank you to Big Bear Vacations and the to the family who rents out their beautiful cabin on the lake.