Southern California is best known for its sunny weather and beaches, as well as being the home of Hollywood. However, this area has a lot more to offer. There are plenty of amusement parks that you can find here, including Disneyland Park, Six Flags Magic Mountain, and Universal Studios Hollywood.
Sequoia National Park, meanwhile, features various terrains, including mountains, canyons, and caves. Hiking trails are aplenty if you want to explore the area on foot. You can also head to Death Valley National Park, which is considered the hottest and driest national park and where you’ll find sand dunes.
While Southern California is known for its sunshine, it also features various ski locations such as Bear Mountain Ski Resort and Mt. Baldy Resort, ideal for a fun winter holiday. Scroll down to find out more about the top ski resorts in Southern California if you want to hit the slopes!
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to ski slopes and equipment. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 14, 2024.
1. Mt. Baldy Resort; Mt. Baldy
Boasting its highest peak at an altitude of 8,600 feet (2621.28 meters), Mt. Baldy Resort is ideal for thrill-seekers and features as many as 26 trails of different difficulty levels. The exciting trails can be accessed by four ski lifts. Moreover, there’s a Flow Zone where beginners can benefit from lessons and tips from the staff or get help with equipment.
You can book one of the private tent-style cabins with queen beds if you want to spend your ski holiday here. Yurt-style bunkhouses are also available for larger groups. Alternatively, book a fully furnished cabin with modern amenities such as a TV, heater, and WiFi.
Ski equipment is available for rent as well, but make sure to reserve them ahead of time since the resort’s rental inventory is small. Be aware that the weather can quickly change, so always check the conditions to make sure it’s safe to travel, or if you need to install snow chains.
Mt. Baldy Ski Resort
Address: 8401 Mt Baldy Rd, Mt Baldy, CA 91759, USA
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2. Ski-in, ski-out condo with sauna and hot tub; Big Bear Lake (from USD 130)
This condo is ideal if you want to go skiing and/or snowboarding in Snow Summit. The unit, situated at the foot of the resort, offers easy access to the slopes. It is well-appointed and comes with a kitchen and laundry facilities. After a day of skiing, you can take advantage of the property’s hot tub and sauna to soothe tired muscles.
There’s a recreation room where you can have fun while indoors. WiFi is also available if you prefer to go online during your downtime. If you’re bringing your car here, you will be provided with a parking pass. Make sure that the pass is easily seen on your vehicle to keep the latter from being towed.
Big Bear Lake, California, United States
3. Snow Summit Slopeside Retreat; Big Bear Lake (from USD 120)
This ski-in, ski-out rental puts you just steps away from the slopes of Snow Summit, as well as the closest cafe and dining option. The rental is also adjacent to a ski lift for seamless access to the summit.
Guests can park in the driveway, the garage, and in the designated parking spaces while here. The rental is fully furnished and comes with a wood-burning fireplace to help you keep warm. A mini-air hockey table and a foosball table are provided so you can still have fun even if you’re not hitting the slopes. There’s also a TV with a Blu-Ray player if you prefer to watch movies.
Big Bear Lake, California, United States
Top guest reviews
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the house is small but very comfortable and has all the amenities that we were looking forotherwise the condo was a great location and had comfortable beds and furnitureRead more reviewsLocation:
cute little home in a awesome locationthis is really a great property if you want to be close to snow summit
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Southern California may be best known for its sun, sand, and surf, but it also has areas where you can enjoy winter activities. Book one of these options if you are planning to hit the slopes and play in the snow!
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