Snow Valley

Snow Valley is about the same elevation as Snow Summit and Bear Mountain, but it receives more natural snow due to its location in the San Bernardino Mountains. A huge snowmaking operation and an average annual snowfall of more than 120 inches ensure you've got a good base for some serious shredding.

Park riders should check out the Euro-themed Schighridj terrain park (pronounced "Skyridge"). Though there's no half-pipe here, you will find other features like rails, hips, tables and banks. Snow Valley boasts a vertical rise of 1,041 feet, along with 30 trails on 240 acres of terrain.

Snow Valley is a learning resort, so expert snow-sporters probably won't be challenged by the regular runs. Thrill seekers can explore Slide Peak in Snow Valley's backcountry, which is only open during heavy snowfall but includes a handful of double black diamond runs.

Vital Statistics:

Opening Day: November 26, 2003

Directions:
Take I-15 north to I-215 north to I-10 east to Highway 30. From Highway 30, take Highway 330 into Mountain Resorts. Highway 330 turns into Highway 18. Snow Valley is five miles east of Running Springs on Highway 18.

Lift ticket prices:
Regular season daily rates (higher rates apply during holiday periods):
Adults (13-64): $43
Children (6-12): $15
Seniors (65-69): $22
Children (5 and under) and seniors (70 and up): free

Anytime season passes (other passes are available):
Adult (22-64): $495
Student (13-22): $450
Child (6-12): $125
Senior (65-69): $250
Military: $225
Children 5 and under/seniors 70+: free

Rentals:
Ski package: $21/day
Snowboard package: $30/day

Important Dates
Projected opening days: 145
Days open last year: 142
Year open: 1949
Average snowfall: 120 inches

Lift Information
Total number of lifts: 11
Triple chairs: 5
Double chairs: 6
Total lift capacity: 18,550

Resort Stats
Top elevation: 7,841 ft.
Bottom elevation: 6,800 ft.
Vertical drop: 1,041 ft.
Longest run: 1.25 mi.
Skiable area: 240 acres
Snow making: 188 acres
Runs/trails (beginner): 30 percent
Runs/trails (intermediate): 35 percent
Runs/trails (advanced): 35 percent

General Information:
Snow Report: (909) 867-2751 or (800) 680-7669.
Web site: www.snow-valley.com