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Mountain High Resort Guide
Projected to open Nov 27
Projected to open November 27, 2026
Best months to book: February, January, March · 30-yr snow record
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Projected to open Nov 27
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Resort Guide
Mountain High is a Southern California ski resort located in the San Gabriel Mountains, offering three distinct areas—West, East, and North Resorts—each with unique terrain and experiences. The resort features a combined 290 acres of skiable terrain, night skiing, terrain parks, and snow play areas, catering to a wide range of abilities. Its proximity to Los Angeles, diverse terrain, and extensive snowmaking capabilities make it a popular choice for both day trips and family outings.
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Mountain High
Lifts
14
Skiable area
290 ac
Longest run
2.6 km / 1.6 mi
Lift fleet
- High-speed quad2
- Quad chair2
- Triple chair2
- Double chair5
- Surface lift3
Snowmaking covers about 80% of terrain.
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
Powder Alliance
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Foggy Goggle – This popular après-ski bar at Mountain High is known for its relaxed atmosphere, hearty pub fare, and signature drinks, making it a favorite spot for skiers and snowboarders to unwind and socialize after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
Updated Mon, Oct 12, 02:01 AM UTC
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Off-season · 179cm full-season avg
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Off-season · 76cm full-season avg
179cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~125.3 cm. That's 30% below the 5-year average (179 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 65% above the 30-year average (76 cm).
Mountain High Season Snowfall
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Mountain High Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 83cm with an average of 12 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 117% above this average (180cm over the last ten tracked seasons). The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
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| November | 5cm | 1 days | 0cm | 9cm | 5cm |
| December | 12cm | 2 days | 1cm | 7cm | 9cm |
| January | 17cm | 3 days | 1cm | 10cm | 8cm |
| February | 24cm | 3 days | 2cm | 12cm | 10cm |
| March | 16cm | 3 days | 1cm | 9cm | 8cm |
| April | 7cm | 1 days | 0cm | 5cm | 5cm |
| May | 1cm | 0 days | 0cm | 2cm | 3cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Nov 27, 2026
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about Mountain High
- Where is Mountain High?
- Mountain High is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Mountain High?
- Mountain High runs from a base elevation of 2,012 m (6,601 ft) to a summit of 2,499 m (8,199 ft), giving a vertical drop of 487 m (1,598 ft).
- How big is Mountain High?
- Mountain High has 290 acres (117 hectares) of skiable terrain, 59 marked runs and 14 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Mountain High?
- Mountain High is on the Powder Alliance. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- How much snow does Mountain High get in a typical season?
- Mountain High averages 117 inches / 297 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
