Bear Mountain Resort

Bear Mountain Resort is renowned as one of the best freestyle terrain parks in North America — home to Outlaw, the first dedicated terrain park ever built in North America (1992) — and has been the training ground for numerous professional snowboarders and skiers. Located just minutes from its sister resort Snow Summit, Bear Mountain features a summit elevation of 8,805 feet (the highest in Southern California) and a base elevation of 7,140 feet, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the entire Big Bear Valley.

The 200-acre mountain is home to multiple terrain parks with over 100 features ranging from beginner-friendly boxes to massive pro-level jumps and rails. The parks are meticulously maintained by a dedicated crew and have hosted numerous professional competitions. Whether you're learning your first box slide or perfecting a 720, Bear Mountain has terrain suited to your level.

Beyond the terrain parks, Bear Mountain offers excellent groomed runs for all abilities, with wide-open cruisers and steep chutes. The resort's south-facing slopes get abundant sunshine, making it a particularly pleasant place to ride on bluebird days. The Freestyle Academy offers specialized coaching for park riders of all levels, and your Big Bear Mountain Resort ticket is valid same-day at neighboring Snow Summit and Snow Valley.