Tag: cross country
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Grand Targhee
A resort with a reputation for great snow, Grand Targhee Resort can be found in the Targhee National Forest. The resort has a summit elevation of 10,000 ft and an annual snowfall average of 500 inches – certainly you’ll find no shortage of great powder at this stunning resort. The family-orientated resort has two mountains, […]
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Granlibakken
Granlibakken Ski Resort, located just above Lake Tahoe, is an intimate resort with excellent accommodation. The Granlibakken Resort Conference Center is renowned for hosting many events. Opened in 1947 by Kjell “Rusty” Rustad of Norway, the name Granlibakken means “hill sheltered by fir trees”. Providing a ski season extending from December through April, Granlibakken ...
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Whitewater
Come to Whitewater Ski Resort and experience the magic of Ymir Mountain. Whitewater has a reputation for powder and though the resort has a great old-time feel, it is this natural delight which draws hundreds if not thousands of visitors to this small part of Canada each year in search of one of the ultimate […]
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Happo One
Happo One ski resort is known as a place for serious skiers. Located in the northwest Nagano prefecture in the beautiful Hakuba Valley, it is not far northwest of Tokyo. This lovely ski resort in Japan was host to the 1988 Winter Olympics. Mostly suitable for skiers, there is not much here for snowboarders, and […]
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Solitude Mountain
Renowned as a family destination, Solitude Mountain Resort has 64 runs in 1 200 acres, offering ski terrain for people of all ability levels. The stunning landscape of Solitude Mountain receives more than 500 inches of snow each year on its 2 047 feet vertical, so you are guaranteed to have amazing skiing conditions. Varied […]
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White Pine
White Pine Ski Area is located in the lovely Bridger-Teton National Forest of Wyoming, near the town of Pinedale. This fantastic ski area is a popular resort amongst those wanting to escape the bustle of life and get in touch with nature. With uncrowded snowy slopes and short lift queues, skiers and snowboarders alike will […]
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Mammoth Mountain
You look out – sparkling white snow surrounds you, a chilly breeze brushes past your face and your anticipation grows. Skiing on Mammoth Mountain is an amazing experience. Mammoth Mountain lies within the Inyo National Forest to the west of Mammoth Lakes town in California. With one of the longest ski seasons in the USA […]
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Beaver Creek
Beaver Creek Resort is truly one of Colorado’s finest. With a great combination of luxury, convenience and truly breathtaking slopes, Beaver Creek is one of the state’s top resorts. It enjoys an average of 300 days of sunshine and 310 inches of annual snowfall, which combine to create some awesome skiing conditions. The resort’s summit […]
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Ski Butternut
Ski Butternut, in Great Barrington of Massachusetts, is situated amongst the Berkshire Mountains. A lovely family owned ski area, Ski Butternut offers amazing skiing at an affordable rate. With a new lift and rental equipment, Ski Butternut also offers a quality experience. Opened in 1963, Ski Butternut continues to draw large numbers of skiers and […]
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Wolf Mountain
Formerly known as the Nordic Valley Ski Resort, Wolf Mountain is situated just 15 miles outside of Ogden. It has a reputation for being a great community resort, offering some of the most affordable skiing and boarding available in the state. What’s more, it has great terrain for beginners, combined with some of the best […]
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Eco Tourism
Any vacation by a responsible tourist should respect the environment he visits and should help preserve the area in its pristine glory. This is particularly true of mountain vacations where we often visit places where very few people live. Their livelihood is often based on what they grow or make locally and responsible eco tourism […]
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Mountain High
With a reputation for being the fastest-growing ski area in Southern California, Mountain High Resort is a very popular winter destination amongst skiing and snowboarding enthusiasts. Situated in the midst of a cluster of ski resorts, Mountain High is only a 75-minute drive from Los Angeles. The resort features two different mountains, a variety of […]