Snowmaking the natural way dumps an average of 450 inches of snow annually. But just in case, state of the art snowmaking equipment blankets 35 percent of the terrain with high-quality snow throughout the season. The Ski School programs offer a unique alpine experience whether you're a beginner or seasoned veteran. Bear Valley's professional and enthusiastic ski school staff provides a fun and instructional experience for skiers of all ages and ability levels. Skiing Bears Ski School for kids ages 4 to 8 uses innovative techniques to create a fun, positive and educational environment necessary for children to learn the skiing essentials.
Parents can choose from a variety of skiing packages while they enjoy time on the slopes worry free.
Bear Valley blends genuine hometown service, the most affordable prices imaginable and a mountain to challenge every breed of skier, with a rustic, traditional High Sierra setting. The ski area is conveniently located on scenic Highway 4, just two hours east of Stockton, 2.5 hours from Sacramento and 3.5 hours from most Bay Area locations. All rights reserved.