About Mountain High
Mountain High is a ski resort in California. It offers 1,600 feet of vertical drop, 290 skiable acres, 59 marked runs, served by 14 lifts, with an average of about 132" of snow a year. Mountain High combines three separate ski areas near Wrightwood in the San Gabriel Mountains and has long served Southern California day skiers. Multiple base areas and night operations make Mountain High a different operating model from a single-mountain destination resort.
Why Visit Mountain High?
- 59 runs with 1,601ft of vertical drop
- Average annual snowfall of 132"
- 290 skiable acres with terrain for all ability levels
- 14 lifts including chairlift
Where to Stay
Live prices for hotels, condos and homes near Mountain High, plus places we’ve researched.
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Mountain Statistics
8,199ft
Summit Elevation
2,499m
6,601ft
Base Elevation
2,012m
1,601ft
Vertical Drop
488m
290 acres
Skiable Area
117.36 ha
59
Total Runs
1.6mi
Longest Run
2.57km
14
Lifts
132"
Avg. Snowfall
335cm annually
How Mountain High compares
Terrain Breakdown
20%
42%
37%
●Beginner
20% of trails
■Intermediate
42% of trails
◆Advanced / Expert
37% of trails
Trail Map
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Season & Operating Hours
Last season (2025–26)
Opening DayNovember 22, 2025
Closing DayApril 5, 2026
Status Closed for the season
This season’s dates are set by the resort — check its official site for opening day.
Getting to Mountain High
By Car
Mountain High is in California, USA. Tap the button below for turn-by-turn directions from where you are.
Get DirectionsGPS Coordinates
Latitude34.3717
Longitude-117.6928
RegionCalifornia, USA
Lift Tickets
The rest of your Mountain High trip — for lodging, see Where to Stay above.
Nearby Resorts
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening and closing dates are set by the resort each season, so check its official site for this year's dates. Mountain High averages 132" of snowfall a year.
Mountain High rates 20% of its terrain as beginner, across 59 marked runs. Check the resort's site for its ski school and learning areas.
Mountain High averages 132" of snowfall a season, with a summit elevation of 8,199 ft.
Mountain High is located in California, USA. Use the "Get Directions" button at the top of this page for turn-by-turn directions from where you are. GPS coordinates: 34.3717, -117.6928.
The Where to Stay section near the top of this page shows live prices for hotels, condos and vacation rentals around Mountain High, plus any places we've researched.
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