ALL ABOARD BIG BEAR TROLLEY – BE DRIVEN

April 28, 2018 By Admin1 Leave a Comment

Mountain Transit provides a trolley service on Saturdays and Sundays to conveniently get around town with ease.

Big Bear Trolley is an ideal way to visit Big Bear’s attractions while leaving the driving to a professional driver. Visitors are encouraged to catch a ride on Big Bear Trolley to experience the pleasure and sheer fun of getting around Big Bear. Also, this means no driving, which is a blessing in itself.

The comfy and spacious 30-passenger trolley takes commuters to seven different points of interest. The fixed route is every Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The trolley also operates on holidays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The trolley’s main hub is The Lodge at Big Bear Lake in Big Bear Lake Village. The other six pick-up and drop-off locations include, The Copper Q (Big Bear Lake Village), Snow Summit, Best Western Big Bear Chateau, Bear Mountain, Big Bear Alpine Zoo and Interlaken Shopping Center (Vons Grocery Store). These stops along the route are identified with the Mountain Transit Big Bear Trolley logo.

Big Bear Trolley is especially convenient for skiers and snowboarders to get to and from the mountain resorts. The two Village locations provide a central point to hop aboard for a quick ride to the ski areas. The best part is the Big Bear Trolley drops passengers right at the base of the mountain, which means no parking hassles or excessive walking to get to the ski resort. This service naturally provides skiers and snowboarders more time on the slopes.

Big Bear Trolley, Snow Summit, Bear Mountain, Ski, Snowboard, Ride

Big Bear Trolley an Old-Fasioned Ride with Modern Conveniences

The brightly red-painted and spacious vehicle features wood-paneled interior with park bench styled seating supported with padding for extra comfort. The trolley is wheelchair accessible, too. Passengers may bring four carry-on items onboard as long as they fit on the passenger’s lap or under the seat. Ski and snowboard racks make it a convenience for snow sports enthusiasts. The trolley even comes equipped with automatic tire chains at the flip of a switch, making it operational during snowstorms. An old-fashioned trolley bell adds to the old-time experience; while the modern amenities of stereo sound and public address system embellish the environment. Even the driver is appropriately dressed in a 19^th century conductor uniform to add to the charm. Throughout the ride the conductor delights Big Bear guests, over the public address system, with historical facts about Southern California’s favorite four-season mountain resort.

Fares and Contact Info

The cost to ride the trolley is $5, which includes unlimited re-boarding all weekend. The fare for seniors over 60, disabled and veterans is $2.50. Children six and under are free. Big Bear Trolley passes may be purchased from the conductor or at four convenient locations in the village that includes Bear Skins, The Copper Q, Shirt Shanty and The Lodge at Big Bear Lake. Other services Mountain Transit offers includes fixed bus routes in Big Bear Valley, off-the-mountain rides and curb-to-curb dial-a-ride service. For detailed information including routes and schedules call 909-878-5200 or visit MountainTransit.org.

Epic Big Bear Winter Equals Great Scenery & Fun

March 1, 2018 By Admin1 Leave a Comment

Big Bear Winter Shifts to Spring Break

It’s been an epic Big Bear winter…to say the least! Big Bear has already accumulated over 70 inches of natural snow delivered by Mother Nature. That’s about 8 inches better than the average for Big Bear Winter.

Big Bear’s neighboring mountain range The San Gorgonio Wilderness, which includes Mt. San Gorgonio (pictured) has a solid blanket of snow, too. In fact, the entire San Bernardino Mountains are covered in the white stuff, and it makes for great scenic photography and selfies for social media!

Big Bear Winter

This has been the best snow season Big Bear has experienced in years. The white stuff is abundant at Big Bear’s ski resorts, Bear Mountainand Snow Summit, with a five to seven foot snow base. Big Bear’s snow tubing hills are crushing it too; Alpine Slide at Magic Mountainand Big Bear Snow Playhave reported a snow base of five to 20 feet. The quality snowpack is expected to help keep these recreational activities open well into April.

Skiing, snowboarding and snow tubing are all great ways to enjoy spring break. When planning a spring break getaway consider how fun it is in the snow. Whether it’s a family trip to the mountains for some snow play, or college buds getting away to get some turns in at Big Bear Mountain Resortit will be a blast on the snow-covered mountains this spring.

For all recreation on the snow visit Big Bear Guide’s Recreation & Activities page. Some other thoughts for fun in the snow include Helicopter Big Bear, Action Tours’ snowshoe tours, ziplining and Segway tours, or Big Bear Jeep Experience. Big Bear Alpine Zoo is open all winter long and into spring. Another option to consider is Balwin Lake Stables, which offers horseback riding in the serene white-covered forest.

LOVE SNOW – LOVE BIG BEAR

October 30, 2017 By admin Leave a Comment

DO YOU LOVE SNOW?

Tis the season to love snow, and Big Bear is hopeful for a snowy winter. Let’s hope it’s a good one with tons of white stuff. When mother nature brings the snow it improves skiing, snowboarding and tubing conditions for all.

If you make your way up to Big Bear this winter bring your loving heart, because once you see the white-covered forest you will automatically fall in love with the snow. It goes hand in hand to harmonize with the snow.

The great thing about Big Bear is this mountain resort is Snow Close to Home, which means it’s just a short drive from home to see the winter wonderland that abounds. Stay over at a Big Bear Cabin and the next day when you look outside you wake up to happiness.

Whether you choose to play in the snow or just relax next to a crackling fireplace you are certain to love snow. Of course the main attraction is Big Bear Mountain Resort where you can ski and ride at Bear Mountain and Snow Summit. Other fun activities in the white stuff is sliding down the hill in an inner tube at Big Bear Snow Play or Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain. Or bring your own toboggans, find a snow-covered hill in the forest and let the fun begin!

Of course you can make your own fun by throwing snowballs at one another and have a classic snowball battle. Roll up big snowballs to create a snowman. Add pine needles for its hair and pine cone for its nose. Then flop back into the snow and flap your arms and legs to make the traditional snow angel. This is just some of the ways your can love snow.

Come on up to Big Bear this winter to enjoy a snowy good time!