Local skiing can often be a great way to introduce the family to the sport without breaking the bank. Just two hours drive from Los Angeles and San Diego, Mountain High is the ultimate local ski resort. Yep, this means, you can go to the beach in the morning and ski the slopes in the afternoon.
Almost FREE Family Travel got a chance to visit the resort for media day.
Mountain High has lots of ticket options available. If you buy a lift ticket right from the window, you will pay $79 for adults, $40 for children 12 and under. Children 6 and under are FREE. But if you buy online at least 48 hours in advance, the Quick E ticket can save you up to 50%. The price varies depending on the day. And once you buy it, you can reload it online so you don't have to wait in line when you arrive. There are some blackout dates with this ticket. There are also 4 day and night lift ticket deals for less than $200.
Lessons start at $114 for children and include lift ticket, rentals and an instructor. Be warned though the lift ticket may only be valid for the bunny hill chairlifts. The website site doesn't indicate that detail, but my daughter's ticket was not valid on the express lift.
Parking was FREE. And Mountain High offers shuttle service on weekends from San Diego and Los Angeles starting at just $40 per adult if you would rather leave the car at home.
Food options are pretty limited. The typical burgers outside on the grill and salads inside.
The local mountains have received no snow this season, but Mountain High is able to make snow and still cover the main runs. It was sparse and only 8 runs were open, but there was definitely enough snow covering the main trails to enjoy a great day!
So if you want to try skiing or snowboarding, this might be a great way to cut the cost and see if you like it or enjoy a nice day in the mountains.
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