Thanks for the recommendation. I have a lot of clients that come up on the weekends to look at property and just getting to Big Bear can be tough. There is generally a lot less traffic on this route and a more enjoyable drive. Theres only a few windy roads on the back way so Id go that way. Its generally considered the safest way. Highways to Search For when traveling to Big Bear: HWY 38, HWY 330, HWY 18 - As long as 1 road is open to Big Bear, no refunds can be granted. Fall can be a beautiful time to visit Big Bear. San Bernardino? Do you recommend we only do Saturday night because of the Friday snow forecast? I know where will be snow today & tomorrow please advise. We are coming from the Anaheim area in a Honda Pilot 2WD with chains. And then on the way back out, I can take Highway 38 or Highway 18 north to Lucerne Valley (then over to Interstate 15) back to San Bernardino. This is probably the safest bet to eliminate traffic and less mountain driving. Perhaps the freeway traffic going east flows better than west, but not sure. Will our Sentra drive through that? It is currently harvest season and will be throughout October. To go this way, When travelling to the mountains in the winter months, you are required to carry chains even if it isn't snowing, Highway 330/18 (San Bernardino aka. We are going to Big Bear Mar 4-6 from Mission Viejo. Traffic around 1 http://p.m.on a Friday was ok.maybe six (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? In my opinion, a morning drive before lunch would only allow you enough time for Lake Arrowhead. This can result in a number of symptoms such as muscle fatigue, insomnia, mild headaches or slight shortness of breath. This especially applies to those who come up for the day to go skiing, look at property, or just enjoy the mountains. Have a safe trip up! Since you will be driving up the mountains where the conditions can vary drastically from day to day, it is a small investment you must pay to stay safe. The route up from the 15 freeway thru Apple Valley and then up the back way up Hwy 18 has the least amount of mountain driving & traffic. This post is inspired by the pleasure (not really) I had of driving off of the mountain recently, and to educate those who plan to make the trip to Big Bear this winter. Id always recommend the back way, through Victorville, as the safest way with less mountain driving. If you're planning a road trip to Big Bear Lake, you can research locations to stop along the way. As much as I wouldn't mind too much driving through the High Desert area (including Lucerne Valley, Hesperia, and Victorville), I understand your preference. 1155 Sheephorn Road, Big Bear City, CA 92314 2 Beds Bds; 2 Baths Ba; 896 Sqft Sqft; 0.172 ac Lot Size; . Please write back with any advice.thanks, Jesse. As you pass the 3,000-foot elevation sign, things get real. Hospitality Lane is also easy to get to the intersection of the 10 and 215 freeways. Also, if you do feel we should be fine for this weekends drive. Merry Christmas to you and your family and crew! There is a large flatscreen TV and internet provided to stream your own device. Its says it will start snowing again around 1pm with a huge storm Thursday and Friday. With all the snow we have received so far. You dont want to be caught driving in the mountains in the winter without chains. Thanks!! There is generally a lot less traffic on this route and a more enjoyable drive. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-76300191', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');Big Bear Lake & City to get to Sugarloaf. Continue on Bear Valley Road through some 30 traffic lights for almost 10 miles and turn right at the very last traffic light - Central Road. This may seem like an obvious step, but weather travels and conditions change; so we want to be safe. The Curves Are Real The drive up to Big Bear is not for the faint of heart. Hard 4.6. Please let me know some other good half-day itineraries for San Bernardino. For zero experience snow drivers the snow is definitely a concern getting there but also getting out. There are also a couple of shopping centers, nothing to get really excited over - Home Depot, Staples, Best Buy, Costco. Using your cell phone weather app is a great tool. Please be sure to have chains with you and a good idea of how to put them on. If you drive up on 330 to Big Bear, is there a guard rail on the passenger side or are you hugging the mountain on the right side? They are clear now. We have a Subaru wrx thats 4 wheel drive but we also have a eclipse cross suv that is front wheel drive. If your friends do not have a place choose for lunch, they may actually like to go to Oak Glen (stick go Law's or Los Rios and avoid Apple Annie's) . In the morning rush hour, which direction(s) is the rush hour traffic on I-10, I-215, and Highway 210? Hello Mr Tyler Woods, When travelling to the mountains in the winter months, you are required to carry chains even if it isn't snowing at the time (if Highway Patrol stops you and you dont have chains you will be asked to turn around and purchase them before you return). If there is fog or ice on the road, it is dangerous. They are all hotels that mostly cater to people staying 1 night passing through on the way to / from Arizona or Nevada. <