We're Open This Weekend! Here's What to Know!

Bear Valley
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We’re re-opening this weekend! Swing by for some turns, pick up holiday gifts at the Sport Shop, and check out the Holiday Market and Winter Sports History Night at the Lodge on Saturday evening.

While we haven’t seen new snowfall yet, the latest forecast shows a promising shift with snow and colder temps expected as we head into the holiday period starting December 20th.

We cant wait to welcome you all back this weekend!

Ticket Pricing

Lift tickets for this weekend will be available for purchase in person at Guest Services.

12/13 - 12/14 Ticket Pricing

Ages 13–74: $109

Kids 6–12: $49

Kids 5 & under: Free (pickup required at Guest Services)

Seniors 75+: Free (pickup required at Guest Services)

Resort Services

Lifts

Chairs Open: Cub Chair, Mokelumne Express

Accessible Trails: Cub Meadow, Mokelumne, Mokelumne West

Hours: Friday - Sunday 9:00AM–4:00PM

*Please note early conditions do exist, please abide by all closures and safety signage.

Guest Services

Open daily 8:30AM–4:00PM for pass pickups and day pass purchases.

Shuttle Service

The shuttle will be running every day the resort is open, making it easy to head into the Village for lunch at Sky High or to fuel up with coffee and pastries at Kofi Haus. Visit our parking and shuttles page for the schedule.

Lessons

Lesson sales are currently unavailable. Our lesson Desk staff will be on site and available to answer questions about programs.Contact: lessons@bearvalley.com or 209-753-2301 x619 for questions.

Sport Shop

Browse new inventory or shop sale items up to 60% off! Open 8:00AM–4:30PM, Friday–Sunday.

Repair Shop

Open 8:30AM–4:00PM, Friday–Sunday for tunes, waxes, and repairs.

Rentals

Featuring a new fleet of Burton rentals for the 25/26 season. Open 8:30AM–4:30PM, Friday–Sunday.

On-Mountain Dining

Maury’s Mustang Bar

Located adjacent to the Sunroom. Open 10:00AM–5:00PM.

Sunrise Café

Fresh, in-house baked pastries plus coffee. Open 8:00AM–2:00PM.

Ebbetts Cafeteria

Breakfast: 8:00AM–10:00AM

Snacks Only: 10:00AM–11:00AM

Lunch: 11:00AM–3:00PM

Snacks Only: 3:00PM–4:00PM

Village Services

Kofi Haus

Serving up fresh baked in house pastries, including their crowd favorite, house made pop tarts! Open 8am-12pm from Friday-Monday, breakfast served Saturday and Sunday! Located inside the Bear Valley Lodge.

Sky High Pizza

Specialty pizzas and sandwiches with bread baked in house.

Open Friday–Tuesday

Lunch: 11:30AM–3:00PM

Dinner: 4:30PM–8:30PM (open till 9 fri/sat)

Grizzly Lounge

Debuting a new Cajun-style menu and new look for the 25/26 season!

Open Wednesday–Sunday

Dinner: 5:00PM–8:30PM (open until 9:00PM Fri/Sat)

This Weekend at the Cathedral Lounge

We’ve got two community-driven events happening this Saturday, both hosted in the Cathedral Lounge at the Bear Valley Lodge.

Holiday Market 1:00–5:00 PM

Stop by and support local artists while browsing one-of-a-kind pieces. It’s a great opportunity to find meaningful holiday gifts and connect with the creative community that makes Bear Valley special.

21st Annual Winter Sports History Night 7:00–8:00 PM

Presented by the Ebbetts Pass Historical Association, this free public event highlights the people and moments that have shaped Bear Valley’s winter sports legacy.

The evening includes:• 2024 Peter Brinkman Award: Honoring Chuck Toeniskoetter• Annual In-Memoriam Tribute• Celebrating 50 years of Cross Country in Bear Valley• Lifetime Achievement Award: Kathy Synder

A meaningful way to close out the day and celebrate the history that brings our community together!

EVENTS & ACTIVITIES

2026 Stay & Ski Special - ON SALE NOW!

Give the gift of Bear Valley! Our 2026 Stay & Ski Special is an easy, meaningful way to share a midweek mountain getaway with family or friends. This bundle includes a one-night stay at the Bear Valley Lodge paired with two day passes for the day after check-in. Simple to book, easy to gift, and a standout present for anyone who loves time on the mountain!

The Stay & Ski Package is valid January 4th–April 16th, Sunday–Thursday, non-holiday. Check in, settle into the Lodge, and wake up ready to spend the full next day on the hill with your included day passes.

What’s Included:

One-night stay at the Bear Valley Lodge
Two day passes for the day after check-in
Flexible dates, changes allowed if plans shift

Room Types & Pricing:

Queen - $325.00 (room rate: $125, 2 tickets: $200)

Queen Twin - $335.00 (room rate: $135, 2 tickets: $200)

King - $345.00 (room rate: $145, 2 tickets: $200)

QQ - $355.00 (room rate: $155, 2 tickets:200)

Additional Details:

14% room tax and $20 per night resort fee
Pet-friendly rooms available on request
Family Studio and King Suite not included

For booking assistance or to request a pet-friendly room, contact us at 209-753-2327 x100 or bvlodging@bearvalley.com.

BOOK NOW

Ring in the new year with a special New Year’s Eve dinner at Creekside Bistro!

Chef Nolan Schmidt has curated a five-course New Year’s Eve dinner that delivers a full, celebratory progression of flavors and it’s one you won’t want to miss.

Seatings begin at 5 PM, last seating is at 9 PM, and reservations are already moving quickly! Priced at $85 per person.

Secure your table on OpenTable before they’re gone. For questions or assistance booking, email josiahc@bearvalley.com

RESERVE YOUR TABLE

2 Day Pass (Ages 13+) - ONLY $199

Available Online Only

The Bear Valley 2-Day Pass gives you two flexible days to enjoy Northern California's Sweet Spot on your schedule. One pass, valid any two days for the 25/26 season - no blackout dates. Makes a great Christmas gift!

Details:

Two days for one guest (non-transferable)
Valid any operating day of the 2025/26 season - no blackout dates
Both days are loaded onto one card

How it works:

2 days will be loaded onto one single card. Cards cannot be replaced if lost, damaged, misplaced or stolen. Any unused days expire at the end of the 2025/26 season. No refunds.

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4 Day Pass (Ages 13+) - ONLY $359