Mountain High

Located in the San Gabriel Mountains, Mountain High comprises three distinct mountains offering Southern California's most diverse skiing experience. At 8,200 feet, the resort combines expansive terrain with the convenience of being Los Angeles's closest winter destination. Since 1937, Mountain High has evolved from a simple ski hill into a full-featured resort spanning 290 acres, bringing snow sports culture to generations of Southern Californians.

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East Summit Snow Cam

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📍 Elevation: 2499m (8199ft)

The Mountain High webcam at East Summit delivers stunning panoramic views from SoCal's highest ski terrain. This mountain high live webcam offers a unique perspective of both the resort's advanced runs and the sweeping Mojave Desert landscape below.

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Sixteen lifts serve Mountain High's three interconnected areas - West Resort, East Resort, and North Resort. Each mountain presents its own personality: West Resort specialises in technical terrain and night skiing, East Resort offers long cruising runs with desert views, and North Resort focuses on family-friendly learning areas. This three-mountain system allows visitors to find their perfect terrain while spreading crowds effectively across the resort.

Mountain High Lift System

Total Ski Lifts = 17

Quad Chair

Triple Chair

Double Chair

T-Bar

Surface Lift

Mountain High Resort Elevation

Trails

Total Runs

Total Area

290 ac

117.4 ha

Difficulty Distribution

Beginner

25%

Intermediate

40%

Advanced

30%

Expert

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Location

Just 90 minutes from Los Angeles and Orange County, Mountain High offers unmatched accessibility for Southern California skiers and riders. The resort sits in the historic town of Wrightwood, elevation 6,000 feet, providing visitors with small-town charm and varied dining options. This combination of easy access and mountain atmosphere makes Mountain High perfect for both quick day trips and extended mountain getaways, without the long drive to more distant resorts.

Mountain High

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Season Info

Operating from late November through late March, Mountain High employs Southern California's most comprehensive snowmaking system, covering 80% of the resort's terrain. This technology, combined with an average natural snowfall of 150 inches, ensures reliable conditions throughout the winter season. The resort's unique location captures cool mountain temperatures while typically enjoying over 300 days of sunshine annually, creating ideal conditions for both day and night skiing.

Current Season

2024 - 2025

Opening Day

11/28/2024

Closing Day

4/13/2025

Days Open

137