Mountain High Ski Resort Guide
Mountain High, United States
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| Recommended For | Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski. |
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| Highest Lift | 2,500m |
| Resort Height | 2,500m |
| Nearest Airports | Ontario and John Wayne |
Mountain High
Mountain High is a prime Southern California ski destination. Known for its varied terrain and proximity to Los Angeles, it offers great skiing and snowboarding.
Summary
Mountain High features three distinct areas: Mountain High East, West, and North. With over 1,600 acres of skiable terrain, it caters to all levels of skiers and snowboarders.
The ski area of Mountain High is at an altitude of 2,500m.
Mountain High has direct access to 46 marked pistes, served by a total of 13 ski lifts.
The ski resort itself is at 2,500m, so skiing or boarding back to the resort is usually possible. With ski lifts as high as 2,500m, snow cover is generally reliable.
Notable Ski Runs
The most difficult run is the 'The Olympic Bowl'.
Snow and Weather
Mountain High generally sees a reliable snow depth, with average snowfall around 200 inches per season. For the most current snow information, check J2Ski for updates.
When will it snow in Mountain High?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Mountain High.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
Mountain High Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 22 | |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 24 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 25 | |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 12 | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 13 | |
Mountain High Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 2,500m |
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| Resort Altitude (Mountain High) | 2,500m |
| Lowest Piste | 2,010m |
| Max Vertical | 490m |
Ratings & Suitability
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Skiing
The resort boasts an elevation of 8,200 feet at its summit, with a vertical drop of 1,600 feet. Notable pistes include the Blue Ridge and the infamous Coyote, serviced by lifts such as the East and West Resort Express.
There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders can enjoy excellent facilities, including terrain parks like the Mountain High Terrain Park and the beginner-friendly Lil' Bear Park. These parks offer a variety of features for all skill levels.
Location and Map
Where is Mountain High?
This ski resort is in Wrightwood, California, United States.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Mountain High is Ontario, 54 minutes drive away.
John Wayne, Burbank and Los Angeles airports are all within three hours drive.
Ontario is just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.
Mountain High is easily accessible via major routes from Los Angeles. The most convenient way is by taking the I-210 and then the CA-2 towards Wrightwood.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 13 ski lifts are able to uplift 20,000 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Season Dates
When is Mountain High open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Usual opening is late November, and usual closing is Early April.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Aprés Ski
After a day on the slopes, unwind at the Bullwheel Bar or the nearby Mountain High Inn. For a lively night out, check out the local nightlife scene at the resort's bars and restaurants.
