Sierra Skiing

Bear Valley Skiing and Snowboarding

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Bear Valley maintains a longstanding reputation for family friendliness and a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Located between Lake Tahoe and Yosemite it is accessible from anywhere in Northern California. The resort averages 30 ft. of snowfall annually and offers 1280 acres to ski. The gorgeous mountaintops and glorious runs are reason enough to come here to ski.

 
Lifts
Trails
Base
Summit
Bear Valley has 1,280 acres and 1,900' vertical
Easy 25% - Intermediate 45% - Advanced 30%
10
67
6,600'
8,500'
Bear Valley is located of Highway 4, northwest of Yosemite. From Sonora you travel north on Highway 49, then east on Highway 4. The resort is about 140 miles from San Francisco. Map and Directions
2 Triple
7 Double
1 Carpet lift

Childcare Yes Night Skiing No
Ski Lessons Yes Cross Country Skiing Yes
Ski Rentals Yes Snowshoeing Yes
Snowboard Rentals Yes Snow Tubing No

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