Ski Big Bear Ski Resort Guide: Reviews, Ratings and Stats
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Ski Big Bear reviews & ratings
3.6 (7 reviews)
3.57 (7 ratings)
Overall Rating
3.29 (7 ratings)
Value for Money
2.00 (3 ratings)
Après Ski
2.00 (6 ratings)
Off Piste
3.00 (5 ratings)
Eating Out
4.00 (3 ratings)
Accommodation Options
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Overview

Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain in Pennsylvania is a family-oriented ski resort known for its beginner-friendly slopes and welcoming atmosphere. The resort offers a range of terrain, catering to beginner and intermediate skiers, with options for advanced skiers as well. Ski Big Bear's snowmaking capabilities ensure good conditions throughout the season. The resort features a terrain park for snowboarders and freestyle skiers. Ski Big Bear's on-site facilities include a lodge with dining and relaxation options. The resort is popular for its ski school and family-focused programs. Ski Big Bear is a great choice for families and beginner skiers in the Northeast looking for a manageable and enjoyable skiing experience.

Resort Stats

Ski Terrain
6Beginner Runs
5Intermediate Runs
6Advanced Runs
1Expert Runs
1 milesLongest Run
26 acresSkiable Terrain
26 hectaresSnow making
26 acresNight Skiing
Elevation
1250 feetTop
600 feetBottom
650 feetVertical Drop
Lifts
4Chairlifts
Lift Pass Costs
$415Season pass
$661 day
Weather
26 inchesAverage annual snowfall

Getting There

Airports

  • Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP) 40KMs 50min drive
  • Stewart International Airport (SWF) 70KMs 80min drive
  • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) 90KMs 110min drive

Train Stations

  • Scranton Station (Scranton, PA) 50 / km 55m drive

Ski Big Bear Reviews & Ratings

Overall Rating: 3.6
3.57 (7 ratings)
Overall Rating
3.50 (6 ratings)
Snow Parks
3.29 (7 ratings)
Value for Money
2.00 (3 ratings)
Après Ski
3.83 (6 ratings)
Family Friendly
2.00 (6 ratings)
Off Piste
3.00 (5 ratings)
Eating Out
2.86 (7 ratings)
Tree Skiing
3.57 (7 ratings)
Groomed Runs
2.17 (6 ratings)
Mogul Fields
2.86 (7 ratings)
Powder Zones
1.67 (6 ratings)
Quiet Slopes
3.57 (7 ratings)
Lift Efficiency
2.00 (2 ratings)
Ski School Quality
4.00 (3 ratings)
Accommodation Options
4.00 (1 ratings)
Beginners
3.33 (3 ratings)
Intermediates
3.50 (2 ratings)
Advanced
4.00 (1 ratings)
Experts
4.00 (1 ratings)
Snowboarders

All Reviews

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Christopher Choi - intermediate skier
Apr, 28 - 2024
very crowded and a small resort. This is a good mountain for beginners but leaves much to be desired for more advanced folks. Its the closest resort to the LA area, but definitely not a destination resort for anybody with other options closer to them.
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Dev Patel - intermediate snowboarder
Apr, 17 - 2024
I have been going to big bear for about 6 years now. The resort isnt the biggest but the park features are always updated, maintained efficiently, and unique to the resort itself. The groomers do an amazing job grooming the slopes at the start of each day, however, there are some slopes that are not maintained frequently and are not snowboard friendly (flat areas).
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Megan - intermediate skier
Mar, 28 - 2024
Grew up skiing here, so many great memories with family on Big Bear Mountain. Great place to learn for SoCal kids.
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Daniel - advanced skier
Mar, 23 - 2024
Really nice resort if youre only there to ski, but there is no apres or nightlife like at European resorts.
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Kacy - advanced skier
Jan, 18 - 2024
Its a common mountain for SoCal residents but is typically packed with long wait times. There are fewer options for runs but there are options for all levels. The ski school was not very helpful as my friends paid for the half day lesson and never got enough help, many times they had fallen and I, who wasnt in the class, had to come help them up. Still had many great runs.
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Jonah - expert skier
Dec, 23 - 2023
It is very packed at the bottom and near the main lift. However, if you go to the outer edges of the mountain, its very easy to get away from the crowds and have a great day. Fairly icy, most of the snow is man made, yet still a great experience, especially for Southern California.
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lane - beginner skier
Dec, 23 - 2023
Im a beginner in skiing. I usually do the shorter ones because Im not yet comfortable. I felt the feeling of terror and excitement for the first time skiing up and down Big bear. It was scary at first but manageable. Hopefully we can go again this christmas.

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