As of 1/8/2018, there is approximately 1-3 foot of packed snow around Bear Lake. This is a great spot to snowshoe in the winter. It is right off the parking area, is very level, and the views are spectacular. Today, because the snow is packed, I could hike with some spikes on my tennis shoes and a couple ski poles. However, there is more snow expected over the next couple of days. Time for the snow shoes!