Icy Roads & Chain Controls Await on Hwys 88, 4, 108 & 120

Icy Roads & Chain Controls Await on Hwys 88, 4, 108 & 120

Arnold, CA…This highway information is the latest reported by Caltrans as of Friday, December 2nd, 2022 at 07:39 AM. SR 4 [IN THE CENTRAL CALIFORNIA AREA] IS CLOSED FROM THE EAST END OF LAKE ALPINE TO THE JCT OF SR 89 /EBBETTS PASS/ (ALPINE CO) – FOR THE WINTER – MOTORISTS ARE ADVISED TO USE […]

Hwys 88, 4, 108 & 120 Closed! Chain Controls on Hwys 88, 4 & 108

Hwys 88, 4, 108 & 120 Closed!  Chain Controls on Hwys 88, 4 & 108

Arnold, CA…This highway information is the latest reported by Caltrans as of Thursday, December 1st, 2022 at 05:34 PM. SR 4 [IN THE CENTRAL CALIFORNIA AREA] IS CLOSED FROM THE EAST END OF LAKE ALPINE TO THE JCT OF SR 89 /EBBETTS PASS/ (ALPINE CO) – FOR THE WINTER – MOTORISTS ARE ADVISED TO USE […]

Hey Good People!! Snowmageddon as Bear Valley May Pickup 36-48 Inches of Snow!

Hey Good People!!  Snowmageddon as Bear Valley May Pickup 36-48 Inches of Snow!

Bear Valley, CA…Hey Good People! Snowmageddon is on its way as we may pick up 36-48” over the next few days and possibly more. So……..Checking out the Goes-West satellite, things have slowed just a tad as the storm system has just started to snow in BV inside the last hour. At 27F currently, snowfall will […]

Winter Storm Warning from 10pm Wednesday to 10am Friday!

Winter Storm Warning from 10pm Wednesday to 10am Friday!

Arnold, CA…Winter Storm Warning from 10pm Wednesday to 10am Friday! Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 feet. Winds gusting as high as 55 to 65 mph. Winter Storm Warning URGENT – WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Sacramento CA 128 PM PST Tue Nov 29 2022 CAZ068-069-301200- /O.UPG.KSTO.WS.A.0004.221201T0600Z-221202T1800Z/ /O.NEW.KSTO.WS.W.0006.221201T0600Z-221202T1800Z/ Western Plumas […]

Christmas Tree Permits Available on the Stanislaus National Forest

Christmas Tree Permits Available on the Stanislaus National Forest

Sonora, CA…As the holiday season approaches, the Stanislaus National Forest is pleased to announce our inaugural season offering Christmas Tree permits. In celebration of this event, this year only, Christmas Tree permits will be made available for free. Christmas Tree permits will be available Friday, November 25 through recreation.gov who charges a $2.50 processing fee. […]

Big Trees Market Thanksgiving Ad & Grocery Specials November 16 ~ 29! Shop Local & Save!!

Big Trees Market Thanksgiving Ad & Grocery Specials November 16 ~ 29!  Shop Local & Save!!

Arnold, CA…Big Trees Market is working hard to keep the shelves stocked for you! They have also implemented enhanced safety, cleaning and social distancing procedures in the store. These include plastic shields between staff and public in the checkstands. Click on an image below for full sized version.

Free Trail Passes and 50% off Ski & Snowshoe Rentals on Thanksgiving Day 9am – 1pm, November 24th, 2022

Free Trail Passes and 50% off Ski & Snowshoe Rentals on Thanksgiving Day 9am – 1pm, November 24th, 2022

Bear Valley, CA…The Bear Valley Adventure Company (BVAC) is excited to offer free trail passes and half-priced cross country ski and snowshoe rentals on Thanksgiving Day. Snow tubes will also be available for rent. Groomed trails and tubing hills will be open from 9am – 1pm, and the store closes at 2pm on November 24th. […]

Big Trees Market Thanksgiving Ad & Grocery Specials November 16 ~ 29! Shop Local & Save!!

Big Trees Market Thanksgiving Ad & Grocery Specials November 16 ~ 29!  Shop Local & Save!!

Arnold, CA…Big Trees Market is working hard to keep the shelves stocked for you! They have also implemented enhanced safety, cleaning and social distancing procedures in the store. These include plastic shields between staff and public in the checkstands. Click on an image below for full sized version.

Bear Valley Adventure Company will have Cross Country Skiing, Snowshoeing & Tubing This Weekend!!

Bear Valley Adventure Company will have Cross Country Skiing, Snowshoeing & Tubing This Weekend!!

Bear Valley, CA….The Bear Valley Adventure Company is excited to open again for cross country skiing, snowshoeing, and tubing this Saturday & Sunday, Nov. 19 & 20, 2022. This “soft v.2” opening will provide ~15km of groomed trails for cross country skiing and snowshoeing. Limited services will include ski and snowshoe rentals, ski lessons, and […]

Start a New Family Tradition & Book Your Stay in Bear Valley!

Start a New Family Tradition & Book Your Stay in Bear Valley!

Bear Valley, CA….Book a condo or cabin and enjoy mountain life and great snow conditions. A stay with Bear Valley Vacation Rentals means the comforts of home with a professional touch. We offer unique, individually owned condos and cabins with the additional amenities and benefits only our friendly and knowledgeable vacation rental staff can provide.

Ebbetts Pass Has Been Added With Sonora Pass as Winter Closures

Ebbetts Pass Has Been Added With Sonora Pass as Winter Closures

Bear Valley, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has closed State Route 4/Ebbetts Pass and Route 108/Sonora Pass for the winter. Route 4 is closed from the Mt. Reba turnoff just west of Lake Alpine to Silver Creek, 5 miles west of the Route 89 junction (Alpine County), and Route 108 is closed from the […]

Big Trees Market Thanksgiving Ad & Grocery Specials November 16 ~ 29! Shop Local & Save!!

Big Trees Market Thanksgiving Ad & Grocery Specials November 16 ~ 29!  Shop Local & Save!!

Arnold, CA…Big Trees Market is working hard to keep the shelves stocked for you! They have also implemented enhanced safety, cleaning and social distancing procedures in the store. These include plastic shields between staff and public in the checkstands. Click on an image below for full sized version.

Take a Winter Drive in Bear Valley with Sandi Pearce from Sierra Sentry.

Take a Winter Drive in Bear Valley with Sandi Pearce from Sierra Sentry.

Bear Valley, CA…Take a Winter Drive up Hwy 207 to Bear Valley with Sandi Pearce from Sierra Sentry Regularly Scheduled Services SierraSentry will visit your home per contract agreement and perform exterior and interior inspections of your property. We offer 1-4 visits per month or as needed. SierraSentry will inspect the overall condition of your […]

Caltrans District 10 Will Reopen Monitor Pass on Nov. 15 Ebbetts, Sonora and Tioga Passes Remain Closed

Caltrans District 10 Will Reopen Monitor Pass on Nov. 15 Ebbetts, Sonora and Tioga Passes Remain Closed

Markleeville, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) District 10 will reopen State Route 89/Monitor Pass at 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 15, 2022, after a temporary closure due to winter weather. Route 4/Ebbetts Pass remains closed from the east end of Lake Alpine to 7.3 miles east of the Route 89 junction. Route 108/Sonora Pass […]

“Soft” Opening at the Bear Valley Adventure Company on Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022

“Soft” Opening at the Bear Valley Adventure Company on Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022

Bear Valley, CA…The Bear Valley Adventure Company is excited to open for cross country skiing and snowshoeing this Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022. This “soft” opening will provide ~10km of groomed trails for cross country skiing and snowshoeing. While services will be limited, the early-season snow should offer excellent conditions. Details: • ~10 kilometers of groomed […]

Hey Good People!! 50″ of Pure Mountain Fun So Far & Bear Valley Opening November 25

Hey Good People!!  50″ of Pure Mountain Fun So Far & Bear Valley Opening November 25

Bear Valley, CA…Hey Good People! Today sunshine will take the drivers seat and bring beauty across Sierra as the recent storm system which blanketed BV with 36″ of new snow shows its wonderland face. With a high of 32F the air will feel crisp today coupled with an Northeast wind from 5-8mph. Some clouds will […]

International Ski Race Coming to Bear Valley Resort Hosts First Pro Race Since 1981

International Ski Race Coming to Bear Valley Resort Hosts First Pro Race Since 1981

Bear Valley, CA. – The World Pro Ski Tour (WPST) has chosen Skyline Bear Valley Resort for their only California Tour stop. Four races (2 mens’ and 2 womens’) will be held February 11 and 12, 2023 and attracts skiers from 15 countries including former and current NCAA, World Cup and Olympic athletes. Dual Slalom […]

Chain Controls on Hwys 88, 4 & 108 This Morning. Ebbetts, Sonora & Tioga Passes Closed

Chain Controls on Hwys 88, 4 & 108 This Morning.  Ebbetts, Sonora & Tioga Passes Closed

Arnold, CA…This highway information is the latest reported by Caltrans as of Tuesday, November 8th, 2022 at 05:50 AM. SR 4 [IN THE CENTRAL CALIFORNIA AREA] IS CLOSED FROM THE EAST END OF LAKE ALPINE TO THE JCT OF SR 89 /EBBETTS PASS/ (ALPINE CO) – DUE TO INCOMING STORM – MOTORISTS ARE ADVISED TO […]

The Hill is White & Snow Guns a Blazing at Bear Valley! Opening Day is Coming!

The Hill is White & Snow Guns a Blazing at Bear Valley!  Opening Day is Coming!

Bear Valley, CA…Hey Good People! As the current system stalls slightly, snow shower activity will be present this morning before the bulk of the system decides to drop some greater totals come mid-day as compared to last nights push. 6″ of new snow has fallen between 3-6am this morning, about half of what was in […]

Winter Storm Watch from Sunday Afternoon Through Tuesday Night. Rain & Heavy Snow Ahead!

Winter Storm Watch from Sunday Afternoon Through Tuesday Night.  Rain & Heavy Snow Ahead!

Arnold, CA…The Latest Winter Storm Watch from the National Weather Service in Sacramento. Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 feet possible above 4000 feet. Winds could gust as high as 40 to 50 mph. From Sunday afternoon through late Tuesday night. Winter Storm Watch URGENT – WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather […]

Stanislaus National Forest to Begin Pile Burning Across Forest

Stanislaus National Forest to Begin Pile Burning Across Forest

Sonora, CA…Fire personnel with the Stanislaus National Forest will begin burning accumulated hand and machine piles across all three Forest districts (Calaveras, Mi-Wok/Summit/Groveland). The prescribed burn may begin as early as November 2022 and continue through Spring of 2023 as conditions allow. Burning is contingent on weather, fuel moisture, and air quality. All burning is […]

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