Mammoth’s new pass, including 2 SoCal ski resorts, on sale Saturday

Skiers and snowboarders planning their winter vacations may want to get in on early discounts this weekend on season passes at California ski resorts.

The big news: The new Cali4nia Season Pass that goes on sale Saturday. It offers unlimited access to Mammoth Mountain, which plans to open Nov. 13, and June Mountain in the eastern Sierra as well as Bear Mountain and Snow Summit near Big Bear Lake.

The pass reflects Mammoth Mountain resort’s recent purchase of the two Southern California sites in a $38-million deal. Pass holders will be able to ski and snowboard on four mountains and eight terrain parks. Prices are $689 for adults, $519 for 13-to-18-year-olds and $199 for children 5 to 12 years old.

Season passes for Snow Summit and Bear Mountain only go on sale Saturday with a 48-hour discount. During the sale, passes for unlimited access to both resorts cost $449 for adults, $399 for 13-to-19-year-olds and $189 for children 7 to 12 years old. Adult pass prices increase — $549 to $699 (depending on when you buy) — after the sale.

Skiers and boarders can buy passes online and at Bear Mountain’s Hot Dawgz & Hand Rails winter kickoff Saturday. The resort will truck in snow made from ice and create a course for snowboarders to compete at the daylong event.

Those who have already bought a pass for the Southern California resorts can upgrade by paying the difference on the four-resort pass. Mammoth season pass holders automatically get access to the four resorts.