Place · Outdoors

Big Bear Mountain Resort (Snow Summit) – beginner & kids' ski and snowboard lessons

When

Visit on your schedule26/27 winter season: earliest possible opening November 21, 2026 (not confirmed); lessons closed until November

Where

Snow Summit (Big Bear Mountain Resort)880 Summit Blvd, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315Open in Google Maps ↗

Ages

Group Lessons Available for Ages 5+ | Private Lessons Available for Ages 4+

Cost

Group lessons: Ages 13+ $100-$175; Ages 12 & Under $145-$225 (varies by date and location); lift tickets sold separately

Organizer

Big Bear Mountain Resort

Big Bear Mountain Resort operates Snow Summit and Bear Mountain in Big Bear Lake (and Snow Valley in Running Springs), calling itself home to the largest learning area in Southern California. Group lessons are available for ages 5+ and private lessons for ages 4+ (children must be potty trained; no more than two 4-year-olds per private lesson). Published group-lesson rates range from $100-$175 for ages 13+ and $145-$225 for ages 12 and under, with discounted add-ons such as a $39 child BBMR lift ticket and $25 beginner rental; a 'Snow Ranger' multi-week program serves ages 6-17. Children 12 and under must wear a helmet, protective eyewear and gloves. The resort says winter products can be bought online with a start date of November 21, 2026, the earliest the resorts may open for the 26/27 season, but opening day depends on weather and is expected to be known around mid-November. Lessons are marked 'Closed until November'. Snow Summit is at 880 Summit Blvd and Bear Mountain at 43101 Goldmine Drive, Big Bear Lake.