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Skiing in Los Angeles and California

Locations

• Alta Sierra at Shirley Meadows.  "Alta Sierra, aka Shirley Meadows, located in the Sequoia National Forest, in the Greenhorn Mountains, is approximately 50 miles east of Bakersfield. The area is used primarily as a day resort, catering to the beginner and intermediate skiers.
  
  In October 1982, Shirley Meadows Ski Area began operations under the leadership of Mr. Lew Forbes. In 2003, Shirley Meadows was purchased by a group of Bakersfield businessmen committed to keep skiing alive and prospering in the Kern County section of the Sequoia National Forest.
  
  The name of the resort was changed to Alta Sierra in 2006 to reflect the progressive attitudes and improvements being made on a regular basis to this jewel of Kern County.
  
  Some major improvements include building additions and renovations, upgraded ski and board rentals and complete area snowmaking becoming operational in 2007-2008 season."  
• Bear Mountain.  "Big Bear Mountain Resorts offers the most open terrain in Southern California. Snow Summit has 4 chairlifts open. The All-Mountian Xpress and East Mountain Xpress high-speed quads are operating serving two top-to-bottom runs, Miracle Mile and Summit Run, with terrain for all levels of skiers and snowboarders. Chair 3 serving Ego Trip, is open with added terrain features. The Bear Bottom Beginner's Area, serviced by Chair 8, is open for first-time beginner skiers and snowboarders. Lessons for all levels and rentals are available." 
• Frazier Park, Mt. Pinos.  "We are a small-but-growing traditional, family-owned backcountry/outdoor supplier offering product and gateway information services to the great outdoors. We take pride in our personal service, quality products and long-standing relationships with our customers." 
• June Mountain.  "June Mountain, Ca. is located about 20 miles north of Mammoth Lakes. From US 395, take Hwy. 158 west at the June Lake Loop. Drive approx. 4 miles to the Ski Area."  
• Mammoth Mountain.  "Mammoth is California's favorite mountain resort, located in Central California on the Eastern slope of the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range. Mammoth is a four-season destination resort with world class activities, lodging, amenities and services."
• Mt. Baldy Ski Resort. "Mt. Baldy is the Largest and Steepest Resort in Southern California. 26 Runs spanning 3 Mountains covering 800 Acres with 2,100 Vertical Feet located only 45 miles from Los Angeles."
• Mountain High.  "Southern California's closest winter ski resort." 
• Mount San Jacinto Winter Adventure Center.  "Cross-country ski equipment and snowshoes are available for rental. The Adventure Center is located a short distance from the bottom of the cement path."  
• Rim Nordic Ski Area.  "Rim Nordic and Green Valley Nordic Ski Areas are located in the beautiful San Bernardino National Forest. In winter , we offer Cross Country Skiing and Snow Shoeing. Our summer activities include Mountain Bike Racing." 
• Snow Summit.  "Big Bear Mountain Resorts (BBMR) includes Snow Summit Mountain Resort and Bear Mountain Resort. The two resorts are of similar size and are located in the San Bernardino Mountains, just a tank of gas
  away roundtrip from most areas in Southern California.
  
  The resorts are about two miles apart and are connected via a free inter-mountain express shuttle service. Each resort offers a variety of diverse terrain providing skiers and snowboarders with a combined 430 developed acres, 26 lifts (including 4 high-speed detachable quads) and more than 55 runs.
  
  Together, BBMR has the region’s most progressive terrain parks but separately each have their distinctive features.  Snow Summit Mountain Resort focuses primarily on skiing and family activity, allowing Bear Mountain Resort to shine
  as the premiere snowboarding destination." 
• Snow Valley Mountain Resort of California.  "In operation for nearly 70 years, Snow Valley Mountain Resort offers a convenient winter resort experience. Located just 5 miles past Running Springs, Snow Valley is focused on providing something for everyone with a fantastic Learning Center, terrain for all levels of skiers and snowboarders, plus expanded terrain parks and Southern California’s only chairlift serviced Snow Play terrain." 
• Tamarack Cross Country Ski Center.  "Tamarack Cross Country Ski Center is open approximately November through April. Lessons, rentals available for skiing and snowshoeing. Open your cabin door to 19 miles of groomed trails." 
• Trinity Mountain Resort.  "Trinity Mountain Resort is California's newest family resort! Whether you ski, snowboard, or sled, come visit us this winter in beautiful Green Valley Lake, California. We are a 'family friendly' resort. No alcohol is allowed on resort property, and we discourage smoking and offensive language. We are proud to offer you an affordable resort where you can feel comfortable bringing your family and friends. We offer a full service lodge which includes a restaurant and a complete ski and snowboard rental shop. This year we will offer one of the top ski and snowboard schools around. Our terrain park is being designed from some of the best riders around as well. Come on out for a fun day on the slopes!"

Ski Reports

• OnTheSnow.com.
• SnowCountry.org.  Mountain Reports.
• Southland Ski Server.  "Southern California's oldest skiing and boarding site!"