Big Bear News – Big Bear, CA — Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 12noon- The first series of winter storms of the year is creating significant challenges across the Big Bear Valley, with road closures, power outages, and hazardous travel conditions reported throughout the morning. State Route 18 remains closed in both directions from the Big Bear Dam to Green Valley Lake after … [Read more...] about Winds, Snow, and Downed Trees Mark Big Bear’s First Major Storm Series
Roads/Travel
SR-38 Remains Open This Week Due to Continued Snowfall
Big Bear News - Big Bear, CA - Caltrans is suspending previously scheduled roadwork on State Route 38 this week from Tuesday, February 17th through Friday, February 20th due to continued snowfall expected. Maintenance crews are actively working to plow the roadway for travel to and from the Big Bear Valley. At this posting on Tuesday, February 17th, at 9:30am, the route … [Read more...] about SR-38 Remains Open This Week Due to Continued Snowfall
Snowfall Builds as Winter Systems Move Through Big Bear
Big Bear News - Big Bear, CA - A cold, active winter pattern continues across the San Bernardino Mountains this week, with multiple waves of snow, gusty winds, and rapidly changing road conditions. A Winter Storm Warning remains in effect through 12 noon on Wednesday as this system moves through. Early Week (Mon–Tue): Today’s first surge brings steady snowfall, daytime highs … [Read more...] about Snowfall Builds as Winter Systems Move Through Big Bear
Highway 38 to Open December 24 as Emergency Repairs Continue
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY - Big Bear News - Caltrans says there’s good news for mountain travelers: State Route 38 is expected to soft open on Wednesday, December 24, 2025 at 4 p.m. after weeks of emergency repairs following damage from Tropical Storm Mario. Crews have been working intensively at several damaged sections near Angelus Oaks — including postmiles 21.12, 23.90, and … [Read more...] about Highway 38 to Open December 24 as Emergency Repairs Continue
Flood Watch in Effect for Big Bear with Potential for Snowfall Ahead
Big Bear News - Big Bear Lake, CA - Winter is making an early entrance in Big Bear this weekend and into Thanksgiving week, bringing a mix of sunshine, brisk temperatures, and several chances for snow. As predicted in the forecast for this weekend, rain, heavy at times, is soaking Southern California including our mountaintop communities. With last night’s rainfall, we have … [Read more...] about Flood Watch in Effect for Big Bear with Potential for Snowfall Ahead