The season’s first snowmaking tests took place early Friday morning 10/18 at Mountain High, Southern California’s closest winter resort. Temperatures dropped to a chilly 27 degrees and the Wrightwood resort made snow for several hours at its West Resort. This is an important exercise as the resort plans to open. It gives resort operators a chance to identify problems prior to Opening Day and new employees an opportunity to experience real snowmaking first hand.
Mountain High invested more than $500K in snowmaking over the past two years, primarily at its East Resort. New, low-energy air/water guns improve the mountain’s ability to make snow and open early.
Says Matt Bailey, “When winter comes, we'll be ready. It's going to be a great season. ”
Over the past few years, the installation of new low/mid energy snowguns have radically reduced Mountain High’s annual diesel consumption. Today the resort uses just 1% of what it did 10 years ago. With these improvements and the extensive water supply, Mountain High expects to have both its East & West resorts open before Christmas.
Click here to learn how snow is made.
Opening Day is scheduled for November 29th, weather permitting
Stay tuned for the resort’s official Opening Day announcement. Mountain High is traditionally the first resort to open in Southern California and expects to open early again this season.
Season Pass Prices Go Up 10/31
Mountain High’s 2024/25 Season Pass sale is underway but prices go up Thursday, October 31st. Guests save up to $250 when they buy now. With a Mountain High Season Pass, guests get unlimited access to Mountain High, day and night, with no restrictions. For just $100, skiers and snowboarders can upgrade to the Cali Pass, Mountain High’s new multi-resort pass, which includes unlimited access to Mountain High, China Peak, Dodge Ridge, and Bear Valley plus 3 days each at 16 other Powder Alliance resorts. Some restrictions apply.
For details, pricing, and to purchase click here.
Mountain High Is Hiring
Mountain High is hiring for all departments. Work where you play this winter and get a job at Southern California’s closest winter resort. Both inside and outside positions are available. Click here to learn more and complete and application. https://www.mthigh.com/site/employment.html
