Mount Lemmon

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Resort Overview

At 9,157 feet above Tucson's desert landscape, Mount Lemmon Ski Valley stands as the southernmost ski area in the United States. This intimate resort offers a distinctive skiing experience where visitors can witness the stunning transition from Sonoran Desert cacti to alpine forest in just a 45-minute drive. Since 1950, this unique destination has provided winter sports enthusiasts with the rare opportunity to ski in the morning and enjoy desert activities in the afternoon.

Trails & Terrain

Trails

Total Runs

Total Area

200 ac

80.9 ha

Difficulty Distribution

Beginner

29%

Intermediate

47%

Advanced

24%

Expert

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Mount Lemmon Lift System

Mount Lemmon Ski Valley operates three chair lifts that service 21 runs across 200 acres of varied terrain. The lift system efficiently serves both the beginner slopes and advanced runs, with minimal wait times enhancing the intimate mountain experience. Each lift provides spectacular views of the surrounding Santa Catalina Mountains and the sprawling Tucson valley below.

Lifts

Total Lifts

Lift Types

Lift Breakdown

Double Chair

T-Bar

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Location & Getting There

Situated in the Santa Catalina Mountains just 30 miles from downtown Tucson, Mount Lemmon Ski Valley offers an accessible alpine retreat from the Sonoran Desert. The journey up the Catalina Highway, also known as the Sky Island Scenic Byway, presents one of the most dramatic ecological transitions in North America. This remarkable location allows visitors to experience both desert and alpine environments in a single day, making it a truly distinctive destination in the skiing world.

Mount Lemmon

, arizona

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Hotels & Accommodation near Mount Lemmon

⛷️ Season opens Dec 14, 2025

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Season Info

The ski season at Mount Lemmon typically runs from late December through March, depending on natural snowfall. While the mountain receives an average of 180 inches of snow annually, the resort adapts to Arizona's unique climate patterns. The high elevation creates a microclimate that captures winter storms, often surprising visitors with excellent snow conditions while the desert below bathes in sunshine.

Current Season

2025 - 2026

Opening Day

12/14/2025

Closing Day

2/27/2026

Days Open

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