Big Bear MX Grand Prix 2025: Event Overview & Essentials

Big Bear MX Grand Prix 2025: Event Overview

Get ready—Big Bear Lake is going full-throttle with its inaugural MX Grand Prix, August 21–24, 2025. Dirt bikes on ski runs. Jumps, berms, elevation, and insane views. Whether you're racing or spectating, here’s everything you need to know.

Event Essentials

What’s Happening

The Big Bear MX Grand Prix by O’NEAL is the result of six years of planning between Swapmoto Race Series, motocross promoters, and the Big Bear Mountain Resort crew. This one-off event is set to make history August 21–24, 2025, turning the bottom section of Bear Mountain into a full-throttle motocross battleground. Classes are stacked for all ages and skill levels—riders as young as 5 years old, vets 60+, and everything in between, including pro-level competition. The track itself is designed to push limits, combining the natural elevation of Bear Mountain with ski runs, fire roads, jumps, and berms. It’s a layout built to blend classic motocross roots with a unique mountain course.

When & Where

• Dates: August 21–24, 2025

• Location: Bear Mountain Ski Resort, 43101 Goldmine Dr., Big Bear Lake, CA Big Bear Lake, CA Big Bear Mountain Resort

Rider Timeline

• Thursday (Aug 21): Check-in and wristbands/payloads pickup

• Friday (Aug 22): Practice runs

• Saturday & Sunday: Full race days—Saturday hosts some classes, Sunday hosts others (no overlap) 

Registration & Pricing

Registration Opens:

• Online registration starts August 1 at 12 PM PST at the Swapmoto or race series page 

Key Fees:

• Spectator Wristband (All-weekend): $25 (Sunday-only: $20)

• Parking Pass (Racer or Spectator): $20

• Practice Fee: $50

• Race Entry (Per Class/Rider): $150

• Transponder Rental (MYLAPS): $20 

Important Notes:

• Max of 700 riders—likely to sell out 

• No on-site registration for youth riders. All racers under 18 must pre-register and have waivers signed by both parents 

• No trailers or campers on-site, and no overnight parking/camping allowed 

Track & Spectator Info

The Course:
Expect a dirt-filled loop blending technical sections, jumps, berms, a finish-line jump, and even an overhead truss. Laps are roughly 3 miles of adrenaline. 

Viewing & Amenities:

• The Deck

  For spectators, the Deck at Bear Mountain Ski Resort offers the perfect viewing spot with food, beverages, and sponsor showcases. All spectators will park offsite and be shuttled to the venue via the Free Big Bear Trolley, making it easy to access the event and enjoy the atmosphere.

• All guests must pick up packets at the Brownie Parking Lot before parking in the Upper or Moonridge lots 

Schedule Snapshot

Event Extras

• Awards: Top 5 in each class get custom trophies, all finishers get collectible pins, and exclusive O’Neal apparel drops

• Classes Include: Youth (50cc, 65cc, 85cc, Supermini, Girls), Adult (125cc, 250cc, 450cc, Vet 30+ to 60+, Women), Vintage, Pro (250 & 450), and Team Races 

• Equipment: Transponders required—rent or bring your own