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Offered languages
- German
- Portuguese
- English
- Italian
- French
- Spanish
- Japanese
- Dutch
Discover the alpine charm and storied winter sports legacy of Southern California’s premier mountain destination with this self-guided smartphone audio tour by Pintours. Explore the historic base of Snow Summit, where pioneering ski visionaries in 1952 built a year-round mountain haven, and learn how Bear Mountain sparked a global winter sports revolution by creating North America’s first dedicated freestyle terrain park. As you wander along alpine trails framed by towering Ponderosa pines and take in crisp mountain vistas of the San Bernardino National Forest, listen to engaging stories covering local native wildlife, gold rush lore, and the birth of Big Bear Lake. Complete your journey wandering the charming cobblestone streets of The Village at Big Bear Lake. With GPS-triggered narration and turnkey offline maps, you can pause for hot cocoa, explore shops, and hike scenic pathways entirely on your own schedule.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Begin outside the Snow Summit Base Lodge near the guest services area. This is a self-guided experience with no in-person guide; open your confirmation voucher, download the Pintours app on your smartphone, and tap start to begin following the GPS audio route at your own pace.
Itinerary
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Explore the bustling base of Snow Summit, uncover the story of Southern California’s pioneering ski history dating back to 1952, and learn how machine snowmaking transformed Big Bear into a four-season alpine hotspot.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2San Bernardino National Forest
Stroll scenic paths framed by towering Ponderosa pines and fragrant Jeffrey pines. Listen to stories about local native wildlife—including winter-nesting bald eagles and black bears—and discover the high-altitude geology of the San Bernardino Mountains.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3Big Bear Lake
Conclude your tour along the vibrant cobblestone walkways of The Village. Discover the gold rush origins of Bear Valley, browse alpine boutiques, and find top local spots for après-ski hot drinks or craft mountain brews.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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