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Snow Valley Ski Resort snow report

California, United States Running Springs
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Snow Valley Ski Resort -- California ski resort
Snow Valley Ski Resort California · Running Springs
About this resort

Snow Valley Ski Resort

Snow Valley Ski Resort is a ski resort in the United States that offers a variety of trails for all levels of skiers. Some of the best trails include Big Easy, which is perfect for beginners, and Show Off, a challenging trail for advanced skiers. The resort also features a terrain park for snowboarders and freestyle skiers. An interesting fact about Snow Valley Ski Resort is that it was the first ski resort in Southern California, founded in 1924. For beginner skiers, a suggestion would be to take a lesson with one of the resort's experienced instructors. As for the best apres ski bar, the Bullwheel Bar & Grill is a popular choice for its cozy atmosphere and selection of craft beers.

Terrain mix: The Snow Valley Ski Resort is located in the San Bernardino Mountains of Southern California. The pertinent mountain ranges and mountain aspects of this ski resort include:

1. San Bernardino Mountains: Snow Valley Ski Resort is situated in the San Bernardino Mountains, which are a subrange of the larger Transverse Ranges in Southern California. The mountains offer a variety of terrain for skiing and snowboarding.

2. Bear Mountain: This peak is located near Snow Valley Ski Resort and is a popular destination for winter sports enthusiasts. Bear Mountain offers challenging terrain and stunning views of the surrounding area.

3. Skyline Ski Run: This iconic ski run at Snow Valley offers a thrilling descent with stunning views of the surrounding mountains and forests. It is a favorite among advanced skiers and snowboarders.

4. Slide Peak: This peak is located near Snow Valley Ski Resort and offers a variety of runs for skiers and snowboarders of all levels. Slide Peak is known for its scenic views and diverse terrain.

5. Chairlifts: Snow Valley Ski Resort features several chairlifts that provide access to the various runs and terrain on the mountain. The chairlifts offer stunning views of the surrounding mountains and forests.

Overall, Snow Valley Ski Resort offers a unique skiing and snowboarding experience in the beautiful San Bernardino Mountains of California.

StateCalifornia
LocationRunning Springs
Base elevation6,801 ft
Summit elevation7,841 ft
Skiable acreage240 acres
Lifts12
Runs35
Longest run6,598 ft
Opened1924
Terrain parkYes
Night skiingYes
Detailed forecast

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Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no. Watch the snow column the morning of a storm to know when to call in sick.

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5-day forecast table

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TimeConditionTemp (°F)Snow (in)Rain (in)Humidity (%)Wind (mps)Wind dir
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Long-term outlook

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Forecast discussion

What forecasters are seeing

Plain-English forecast narrative from the local NWS office. Issued by NWS SGX.

127 FXUS66 KSGX 040514 AFDSGX Area Forecast Discussion National Weather Service San Diego CA 1014 PM PDT Fri Jul 3 2026 .SYNOPSIS... Fair and seasonal weather will continue for the coming week, with a gradual warming trend. The marine layer will gradually decrease in depth with night and morning low clouds not spreading as far inland nor lasting as long into the late mornings. Subtropical moisture will bring some higher level clouds this holiday weekend, but with seasonal temperatures. && .DISCUSSION...FOR EXTREME SOUTHWESTERN CALIFORNIA INCLUDING ORANGE... SAN DIEGO...WESTERN RIVERSIDE AND SOUTHWESTERN SAN BERNARDINO COUNTIES... ...UPDATED AVIATION DISCUSSION... Current satellite shows the marine layer clouds have retreated offshore this morning, with upper level cirrus clouds streaming in from the west. 500mb analysis depicts a broad but weak upper ridge axis stretched across the southwestern US with an upper level disturbance associated with with Post-Tropical Storm (P-TC) Douglas located on the far southwestern edge of the extended ridge axis. The presence and position of the ridge axis is more defined over our area today, continuing the warming trend seen the last several days. This brings high temperatures right around to just below average for early July: 70s for the coast, mid to upper 80s for the inland valleys, and 95-105 in the deserts. This weekend, as the upper ridge tries to slide westward, the disturbance associated with P-TC Douglas moves northward, passing off the southern California coast tomorrow. The main consequence will be added mid level moisture and cloud cover, serving to moderate high/low temperatures for Saturday and Sunday. However, with the mid level tropical moisture moving through, high resolution guidance simulated composite reflectivity suggests elevated precipitation will occur early Saturday morning, mainly over San Diego County. The caveat is that very little to none of it will actually reach the ground with dry air below the mid level moisture, serving to evaporate the rain. The only places with a shot to see precipitation reaching the ground will be in the mountains, but there is only about a 5% chance of this occurring. Either way, there is good confidence in a bulk of the moisture passing through by the mid-late afternoon, so pleasant weather is expected for Independence Day across the region. The disturbance passing through Sat/Sun holding the ridge back lifts into the intermountain West by Monday, allowing the ridge to resume strengthening and become more defined across the Four Corners and Desert Southwest through midweek. After the relatively similar, near- average temperatures seen today through Sunday, a gradual warming trend is then expected for Monday-Wednesday, brining temperatures about 5-10 degrees above normal by Wednesday. This sends high temperatures to 110-115 for the lower deserts on Wednesday, with upper 90s to near 100 for the Inland Empire, leading to moderate to locally Major HeatRisk in the lower deserts, with locally moderate HeatRisk for the inland valleys. Clusters (and global ensembles) remain in good agreement with the ridge through Wednesday, placing it at is peak strength for our area, but then begin diverge for the second half of the week. While the disagreement is generally in how far and how quickly it displaces to the west, the overall theme is to kick the ridge to the west, bringing a subtle cooling trend in for the latter half of the week. && .AVIATION... 040500Z....Coast/Valleys...Patchy low clouds with bases 1000-1500 ft MSL redeveloping along the coast through 08z Sat for coastal San Diego County and 08-10z for coastal Orange County, spreading 15-20 mi inland by 15Z. Coverage may remain patchy and intermittent through the night. Low clouds clearing 14-17Z, then returning to the coast after 05/04Z with similar bases. Otherwise...Gradually increasing high clouds tonight and Saturday, thickening and lowering to 15,000 feet MSL Saturday morning, decreasing in coverage Saturday evening. Local 4-6 mi vis restrictions in FU/HZ 04-07Z Saturday evening. && .MARINE... No hazardous marine conditions are expected through next Wednesday. && .SKYWARN... Skywarn activation is not requested. However weather spotters are encouraged to report significant weather conditions. && .SGX WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES... CA...None. PZ...None. && $$ PUBLIC...Munyan AVIATION/MARINE...SS

Mountain & avalanche safety

Know before you go
Check today's avalanche bulletin from the regional avalanche center before any off-piste / side-country / backcountry travel. Conditions can shift dramatically between morning and afternoon on storm days.
Carry the gear, know how to use it
Beacon, shovel, probe. Practice companion rescue on a calm day, not during a real burial.
Mind the weather window
Heavy snow + wind builds wind slabs at ridgelines. The day after a storm is often the riskiest in the backcountry, even if the resort itself is open.
Respect closed terrain
Ropes are there for a reason. Even in-bounds, ducking a closure can trigger a slide that catches you and others below.

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About Snow Valley Ski Resort

Where does the snow data for Snow Valley Ski Resort come from?

Snowpack, SWE, 24-hour snowfall, and air temperature come from the nearest USDA NRCS SNOTEL station. Forecast comes from the National Weather Service / yr.no feed that Snoflo's iOS app uses.

How often is the snow report updated?

Snowpack and SNOTEL data are updated continuously by NRCS (typically hourly). The 15-day weather forecast is refreshed throughout the day. Snoflo caches and renders the most recent observation -- look for the "as of" timestamp on the snowpack hero.

What's the elevation at Snow Valley Ski Resort?

See the Resort Metrics panel above for base / summit / vertical drop. The summit elevation drives snowpack accumulation -- higher summits hold snow longer through spring.

How is "% of normal" calculated?

Today's snowpack is compared to the average snowpack on this calendar day across every recorded year at the nearest SNOTEL. 100% means right on average; 130% is a big year; 60% is thin.

What ski resorts are near Snow Valley Ski Resort?

See the Other Ski Areas pill grid at the bottom of the page for resorts within driving distance. The sister Other Ski Areas card in the Plan-a-longer-trip grid above shows the closest few.

Can I get alerts when fresh snow hits?

Yes -- snow alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this resort, set a snowfall threshold (e.g. "alert me when 6+ inches"), and you'll get a push the moment the SNOTEL crosses.

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