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."
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!"
