If you haven't noticed, winter returned with gusto towards the end of January, and now the snowpack is looking great for the second half of the ski season. Although the storms' rate and intensity were not easy, not to mention a 5-day power outage, eventually the sun came out, we found and dug out our belongings, and now our winter wonderland is looking fresh and vital.
October proved to be another stellar month in Bear Valley. The fall colors were exceptionally brilliant this year, and we hope many of you could get out and enjoy this seasonal display. The Bear Valley Adventure Co. hosted two XC Trail Work Days in October, bringing the total to three days with 53 people helping to clear small trees and shrubs off the cross country and snowshoe trails.
Fall weather is in full swing, and the first glimpse of leaves turning color has begun. Mid-October is often the peak for viewing fall colors, so don't wait to visit Bear Valley. A variety of local adventures treat "leaf peepers" to some of the finest displays of deciduous trees preparing for winter in the Sierra Nevada. Read more …
Fall weather is in full swing, and the first glimpse of leaves turning color has begun. Mid-October is often the peak for viewing fall colors, so don't wait to visit Bear Valley. A variety of local adventures treat "leaf peepers" to some of the finest displays of deciduous trees preparing for winter in the Sierra Nevada. Read more …
Summer is transitioning to fall, and the wildfire season has already brought some smoke to Bear Valley. So far, knock on wood, air quality has not limited the ability to get outside and have an adventure. Water levels at the lakes are starting to drop, but the water temperatures are still comfortable and refreshing. Overall this is an excellent time of year in Bear Valley. Read more …
Bear Valley summer is marching forward with plenty of sunshine and comfortable temperatures. Refreshing water activities, spectacular hikes, and exhilarating bike rides are the norm, plus wildflowers keep accenting the landscape with vibrant colors. A few thunderstorms have rolled through, but nothing out of the ordinary. These weather events are welcome as they knock down dust and rejuvenate the plants. Read more …
A Bear Valley High Sierra summer is right on track with campgrounds open, trails clear, and lakes warming with numerous recreational opportunities to escape the heat. Both mosquitos and pine tree pollen should have peaked before this article is published, so now is the best time to get outside and enjoy all the elements we love about summer in Bear Valley. Read more …
We opened the store today, Saturday, May 23rd. It feels a little weird as the state is still under "Shelter In Place", but also the right thing to do for those in the area. Essential items such as gas, food, and supplies are available daily from 9am - 5pm, and our "Bear B-Que" is serving from 11am - 3pm on the weekends.
Looking back, winter started with a bang and a last-minute storm that enabled opening for Thanksgiving. It was cold and stormy for much of December, and the holiday season offered great snow for skiing, snowshoeing, sledding, and tubing. It was heartwarming to see so many people enjoying Bear Valley.
Thanks to Leap Year, an inch of new snow arrived on the evening of February 29, and we did not have a snow-less month; but it was close. The snowpack has proved durable and resilient this season, and the Bear Valley Adventure Company has kept 30+ kilometers of trails open thanks to the hard work of the outside operations crew.
This winter's snowpack is proving robust and resilient. Despite January's less than usual snowfall, our winter landscape got recharged right before Martin Luther King Weekend, and the Bear Valley Adventure Company was ready to welcome the crowds. Holiday periods are essential to Bear Valley's economy, and we hope you either spent quality time on the snow or pursued some extra work to fund your next adventure.
