Mount Lemmon
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
22
Total Area
200 ac
80.9 ha
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
3
Lift Types
2
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