Alyeska Ski Resort Guide
Alyeska, United States
Rated: 4/5 (from 6 ratings)
| Recommended For | Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
|---|---|
| Highest Lift | 2,756ft |
| Lowest Lift | 262ft |
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Alyeska
The ski area of Alyeska is at an altitude of 262ft.
Summary
Alyeska has direct access to a total of 9 ski lifts.
The skiing is at relatively low altitude, so snow cover can be variable.
Skiing
There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.
Snowboarding
Alyeska is highly rated by Snowboarders and there is a Snow Park in Alyeska.
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in Alyeska is 2 miles long and the most difficult run is the 'North Face'.
Snow and Weather
When will it snow in Alyeska?
The next notable snow forecast is 2in, expected on 24 December, with around 6in forecast over the next 7 days.
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Snow this week
| Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat |
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| Snow to 1,047ft | Snow to 948ft | Snow to base |
Ski Area Stats
Alyeska Ski Area
| Cross Country Total Length | 34 miles | |
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| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 9 | |
Altitudes & Slopes
Alyeska Ski Area Heights
| Highest Lift | 2,756ft |
|---|---|
| Lowest Trail | 262ft |
Ski Slope Aspects
N, S, W
Alyeska has ski slopes facing north, south, as well as west, offering both sunny and sheltered skiing.
Ratings & Suitability
| Expert Skiers | |
|---|---|
| Intermediate Skiers | |
| Beginners | |
| Snowboarding | |
| Snow | |
| Apres-Ski |
Location and Map
Where is Alyeska?
This ski resort is in Anchorage, Alaska, United States.
Map
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How to get there
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The nine ski lifts are able to uplift 11,400 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, with 20 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Alyeska open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Usual opening is late November (Thanksgiving), and usual closing is Late April.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
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