Bear Valley is also known for its rich racing history and one of two resorts in the state that operates a NASTAR course nearly every weekend of the winter season.

The Lodge at the base facility is known for its majestic granite fireplace and post and beam construction of the atrium style hotel.

[4] In early 2013, the partnership that owns the ski area operation and a portion of the real estate in town decided to sell their holdings which now include entitlements for over 300 condominium homes.

[5] In December 2013 a group of Bear Valley property owners announced an initiative to explore community ownership options for both the ski area operation and the village.

In February 2014, the Bear Valley Mountain Cooperative was formed with the objective of acquiring and managing those assets on behalf of the community.