Category Archives: Snow Play – 2011-2012

1/22/12

Good News

I just came back from the snow play areas this morning and there still is snow for snow play.  Stop by the store and we can get you a map and a sheet with the mile markers to make it easier for you to find.

The weathe

1/13/12

Great News

We have great snow for snow play the best in So. California.  Caltrans re opened Hwy #2 on Tuesday of this week.  This is the first time that I can remember that this section of the road (Vincent’s Gap to Islip Saddle) has been opened this time of year.  This give great access to areas for snow play along the highway.  Stop by the store and we can direct you to the correct areas.  This road will be subject to closure if the weather changes.

Mike

1/8/12

Sorry to all the snow players but there is no snow currently here in the Wrightwood/Big Pines area for snow play.  It has been over 3 weeks since have have received any snow and all that is gone.

If you have any questions please call

Mike

1/1/2012

Happy New Year

Today is a beautiful day.  Blue sky, light wind, high should be in the low 50’s.  The roads are open with NO controls.

We have not had snow in about 2 weeks.  Sso the snow is thin in the snow play areas.  I went up to the snow play areas yesterday and there is still snow to play on and people are having lots of fun.

Stop by and we will get you a map on were the best snow is today.

Always make sure you carry chains that fit your car and that you know how to install them. Only play in the snow on Public lands, ( stop to see us at Mountain Hardware and we can provide you with a map and info where the best conditions are currently). Please respect private property and do not play there.   You will also need an Adventure Pass $5.00 per day or $30.00 for a year we can supply that for you. Please remember to always pick up and take home any trash as this will make it nicer for the next visitor.

If you have any questions, please feel free to call us at Mountain Hardware 760-249-3653 Mon – Sat 8:30am-5:30pm and Sunday 8:30am-4:30pm. We are located at 1390 Hwy #2 in Wrightwood on the north side of the highway and have a large parking area and restrooms

Mike

12/30/11

Hope everybody is having a Great Holiday week

We have not had snow for about 2 weeks now.  So the snow play has gotten very thin.  But I was in the snow play areas yesterday and people are still having fun sledding and throwing snow ball so there is still some snow.

The good new is that the road are open and clear of snow the weather is great in the mid 40’s with blue sky and light wind.

The best sled right now with the thin snow conditions is the Heavy Duty saucer.  This sled is made much stronger than any other and will take the abuse.

Always make sure you carry chains that fit your car and that you know how to install them. Only play in the snow on Public lands, ( stop to see us at Mountain Hardware and we can provide you with a map and info where the best conditions are currently). Please respect private property and do not play there.   You will also need an Adventure Pass $5.00 per day or $30.00 for a year we can supply that for you. Please remember to always pick up and take home any trash as this will make it nicer for the next visitor.

If you have any questions, please feel free to call us at Mountain Hardware 760-249-3653 Mon – Sat 8:30am-5:30pm and Sunday 8:30am-4:30pm. We are located at 1390 Hwy #2 in Wrightwood on the north side of the highway and have a large parking area and restrooms

I hope you have a Great day in the mountains

Mike

12/27/11

Another Great Day

It is a clear blue sky day with light wind with the temp. in the mid 40’s.

Even thought we have not had snow recently there still is areas for snow play.  I was up there yesterday and everybody was having fun.  Currently some of the best areas are on N4 the Appletree and Pevine campgrounds.  Stop at the store and we can get you a map.

All road are open NO tire chains are required.  So it will be an easy drive from anywhere in So Ca.

Always make sure you carry chains that fit your car and that you know how to install them. Only play in the snow on Public lands, ( stop to see us at Mountain Hardware and we can provide you with a map and info where the best conditions are currently). Please respect private property and do not play there.   You will also need an Adventure Pass $5.00 per day or $30.00 for a year we can supply that for you. Please remember to always pick up and take home any trash as this will make it nicer for the next visitor.

If you have any questions, please feel free to call us at Mountain Hardware 760-249-3653 Mon – Sat 8:30am-5:30pm and Sunday 8:30am-4:30pm. We are located at 1390 Hwy #2 in Wrightwood on the north side of the highway and have a large parking area and restrooms

Mike

12/26/11

Hope everyone had a Great Christmas.

The best snow play right now is on N4 in the Appletree and Pevine Campground areas. 

The current weather is in the mid 40’s with clear sky and no wind

All road are open and no chain controls.

So come on up and have a great day in the mountains with your family

Always make sure you carry chains that fit your car and that you know how to install them. Only play in the snow on Public lands, ( stop to see us at Mountain Hardware and we can provide you with a map and info where the best conditions are currently). Please respect private property and do not play there.   You will also need an Adventure Pass $5.00 per day or $30.00 for a year we can supply that for you. Please remember to always pick up and take home any trash as this will make it nicer for the next visitor.

If you have any questions, please feel free to call us at Mountain Hardware 760-249-3653 Mon – Sat 8:30am-5:30pm and Sunday 8:30am-4:30pm. We are located at 1390 Hwy #2 in Wrightwood on the north side of the highway and have a large parking area and restrooms

Mike

12/23/11

Good Morning

Snow play areas are in the best conditions of the season.  The road are open with no controls.

So now is the time to come up before the big rush of people after Christmas Day.