📷 Bear Valley
North America
Bear Valley
Projected to open November 27, 2026
Best months to book: February, January, March · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Nov 27 — closed March 28
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
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Oct 12
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Bear Valley is projected to open November 27, 2026. Here is when it is usually best to book.
Best months to book
- #1February122cm avg · last season 27.1
- #2January122cm avg
- #3March111cm avg · last season 15.4
Best weeks to book
- #1 1 Mar – 7 Mar · last season 21.9
- #2 22 Feb – 28 Feb · last season 27.1
- #3 22 Mar – 28 Mar · last season 14.2
Ranked on 25% last season's SnowSure score (2025-26) · 75% 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. The live score returns when the lifts turn.
Current Conditions
Reported Mon, Oct 12, 10:00 PM UTC
Terrain Open
Projected to open Nov 27
Projected to open November 27, 2026
75 runs · 9 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
- Lifts– / 9
- Runs– / 75
Days 8–14 and every model are in SnowSure Pro.
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Maps
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Webcams & Proof of Powder
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About Bear Valley
Bear Valley is a ski resort located in the Central Sierra Nevada of California, offering over 1,600 acres of varied terrain suitable for all ability levels. The resort features a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere, with a mix of groomed runs, advanced trails, and accessible beginner areas. Key amenities include ski and snowboard lessons, equipment rentals, multiple dining options, and a base village with lodging. Bear Valley is distinguished by its uncrowded slopes, scenic alpine setting, and a focus on approachable, community-oriented mountain experiences.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Bear Valley
- Where is Bear Valley?
- Bear Valley is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Bear Valley?
- Bear Valley runs from a base elevation of 2,073 m (6,801 ft) to a summit of 2,621 m (8,599 ft), giving a vertical drop of 548 m (1,798 ft).
- How big is Bear Valley?
- Bear Valley has 1,680 acres (680 hectares) of skiable terrain, 75 marked runs and 9 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Bear Valley?
- Bear Valley is on the Indy Pass and Powder Alliance. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at Bear Valley?
- Bear Valley typically operates from November to March. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Bear Valley get in a typical season?
- Bear Valley averages 359 inches / 912 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Bear Valley in winter 2026-27?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #78 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier A · strong-event signal +10% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Bear Valley averaged +10% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The pattern has historically been a friend here. With a record-strength event forecast for winter 2026-27, Bear Valley sits on the favorable side of the ledger. Analog winters: '97-98 +16%, '15-16 -11%, '23-24 +24%. A pattern, not a promise.
