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Bear Valley ski resort, United States (North America) — luxury alpine destination — Mountain views, ski slopes, and alpine landscape
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Bear Valley

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Resort Guide

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.

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Key Info

Resort data by SnowSure™

RegionNorth America
CountryUnited States
Base Elevation2,073m
Summit Elevation2,621m
Vertical Drop548m
Skiable Acres1,680
Total Runs75
Total Lifts9
Annual Snowfall359 inches / 912 cm
Longest Run3.1 km / 1.9 mi
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Live Conditions

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Bear Valley

Weather Forecast · 2,073m – 2,621m

Data reported at Mon, Oct 05, 4:01 PM UTC
Last Snowfall
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Last 24h
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Season Total
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Projected to open Nov 27

SnowSure reports this resort is not operating (pre-season). SnowSure™ scores below reflect weather and snowpack signals, not open terrain.

Current Conditions
Reported Mon, Oct 05, 4:01 PM UTC
Base
2,073m
Temp
16°C
Wind
2km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
0cm
Mid-Mountain
2,347m
Temp
12°C
Wind
2km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
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Summit
2,621m
Temp
12°C
Wind
2km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
0cm
Lift Status
of 9
10-Day Forecast
Summit (2,621m) · Updated Mon, Oct 05, 4:01 PM UTC
Today
5
17°
7°
Tue
6
21°
6°
Wed
7
22°
6°
Thu
8
22°
7°
Fri
9
19°
7°
Sat
10
11°
1°
Sun
11
6°
-2°
Season vs Historic
Updated Mon, Oct 05, 4:01 PM UTC
0cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
+79%
vs 5-Year Avg
696cm avg by now
+102%
vs 30-Year Avg
575cm avg by now
696cm
5-Yr Avg by Now

The last completed season totaled ~549.8 cm. That's 21% below the 5-year average (696 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 4% below the 30-year average (575 cm).

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Last synced Mon, Oct 05, 4:01 PM UTC

Top Après Ski

Sky High Pizza & Pub – A popular après-ski spot in Bear Valley, Sky High Pizza & Pub is known for its welcoming atmosphere, hearty pizzas, and selection of craft beers, making it a favorite gathering place for skiers to unwind and socialize after a day on the slopes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Bear Valley — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about skiing and staying in Bear Valley, United States.

Visit the Bear Valley page on LUXSKI for the latest snow conditions updated hourly.

Bear Valley has 75 runs. and 9 lifts. covering 1680 skiable acres. The elevation ranges from 2073m to 2621m. with a vertical drop of 548m. The resort averages 359 inches / 912 cm of snowfall annually..

You can browse and book luxury ski hotels at Bear Valley directly on LUXSKI. Visit the Bear Valley destination page to see all available hotels, check real-time room availability and pricing, and book with free cancellation options. You can also contact our concierge team at concierge@lux.ski for personalized trip planning.