Catching snow in Southern California
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- Aparna Patel
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- 20 Jul, 2023
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Besides Big Bear, another good place to see snow, which is closer to central LA, is Mount Baldy. There is a ski area there.
I’ll also mention San Jacinto Peak, which is especially interesting because you can reach the mountain via aerial tram (from the Palm Springs side on the east). However I don’t recommend this for those who are afraid of heights.
For any of these places, you should phone ahead (call the ski resort or tram company or whatever). First, to make sure there actually is snow; depending on the weather it may have melted. Second, to make sure that weather and road conditions are good; if you have never seen snow before, you don’t really want to be driving in it. You may also be required to carry tire chains.
They say it is a 2 hour drive, but in notorious LA traffic it will be more depending on the time of day. However it is very possible. I would recommend waking up early to drive out and you should make it in 2-3 hours. If you leave when the sun goes down you will make it back to LA in time to enjoy a good night’s rest before your meeting.
To be forward, snow is cold. Also, it will probably be below 0°C in the early morning. You will need a good thick jacket, a knit hat, gloves, and boots. When you get out of the car you may still feel warm, but the cold will catch up with you quick. Just remember the rule of living in cold climates: you can always take off extra layers of clothes that you have, you cannot put on layers of clothes that you don’t have.
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