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A sunny day at Mt. High East in Wrightwood California showcasing the picturesque mountain scenery. A chalet and ski resort are nestled on its slopes and a mountain bike rests nearby.
A sunny day at Mt. High East in Wrightwood California showcasing the picturesque mountain scenery. A chalet and ski resort are nestled on its slopes and a mountain bike rests nearby.
Mt. High East in USA - a group of people skiing down a snowy hill.
Mt. High East in USA - a polar bear standing in the snow with his arms up.
Mt. High East in USA - two people sitting on a chair on a ski lift.
Winter sports scene at Mt. High East, Wrightwood, CA, showcasing a chalet and a ski lift. Skiers enjoying the snowy slopes.

Mt. High East Overview

Mt. High East is a ski resort that offers a distinct experience for both beginners and advanced skiers. The resort is ideally suited for beginners due to its positioning and the absence of line-ups for the green line. The green line at the top of the mountain provides an incredible view, making it an attractive feature of the resort. The long ride up and down the mountain adds to the overall experience. However, visitors should be aware that the resort operates with early closure times, with lights going off at 3 PM.

Despite challenges with organization, particularly around ski rentals, the resort is highly recommended for those who come prepared with their own gear and are informed of the operating times. The scenic sky chair is a highlight, adding to the unique charm of the place. There is a restaurant at the top of the mountain where visitors can enjoy hot chocolate and snow play before heading back down.

The Yeti Snow Park at Mt. High East has received commendations for its superb customer service, especially from staff member Michelle. Her excellent recommendations, route directions, and overall service have contributed to a memorable experience for many visitors.

However, the resort has faced criticism over its organization of the tubing activity. There have been complaints about long wait times, lack of sufficient tubes, and the perceived high cost of the activity. Despite this, early visitors have found the Tubing, Yeti Snow play, and scenic chairlift to be enjoyable experiences.

The East resort is recommended over the West resort when it is open, owing to its longer and wider trails. These trails are primarily black and blue, which results in fewer people on them. There are also green trails at the top, which are perfect for teaching friends or family.

In conclusion, Mt. High East offers a diverse range of experiences, from skiing and snow play to scenic views and excellent customer service. Despite some organizational challenges, it continues to be a popular destination for both solo visitors and families.

Key insights

6 insights available

Skiable Terrain

288
Total area of accessible ski terrain
Max: 12366 ac

Total Run Distance

19.0
A total distance of all the piste runs
Max: 600 km

Number of Lifts

15
Total quantity of operational lifts
Max: 165 total

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Terrain Difficulty

Intermediate
44.0%
Expert
35.0%
Beginner
21.0%
Measured independently from mapped ski runs — figures may differ from resort marketing. Terrain statistics are derived from OpenStreetMap data © OpenStreetMap contributors, via OpenSkiMap.

Features

2 features available

Traditional Ski Resort

A classic ski resort with real snow

Night Skiing

Enjoy after-dark skiing operations

Frequently asked questions about Mt. High East

Where is Mt. High East?

Mt. High East is a ski resort in Wrightwood, California, United States, at coordinates 34.3700, -117.6800.

How many lifts does Mt. High East have?

Mt. High East has 15 lifts, serving 19 km of marked runs and 288 ac of skiable terrain.

How high is Mt. High East?

Mt. High East has a peak elevation of 2,494 m, a base elevation of 2,008 m and a vertical drop of 486 m.

How is Mt. High East rated?

ShredIndex rates Mt. High East 54.5 out of 100, based on catalogued resort data and 4 skier reviews.

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288 ac

Skiable Terrain

19km

Total Run Distance

15total

Number of Lifts

2494m

Peak Elevation

486m

Vertical Drop

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Best Time to Visit

156.2cm
Annual Snowfall
11 year average
Peak: February (44.9cm)
12.7cm
Nov
27.4cm
Dec
31.0cm
Jan
44.9cm
Feb
36.9cm
Mar
12.4cm
Apr
Snow Season (Nov-Dec-Jan-Feb-Mar-Apr)
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