Alyeska, Girdwood

Alyeska is where Olympic Gold Medalist Tommy Moe trained. There are two certified (International Ski Federation) downhill courses. Alyeska is World Class, with an average of 631 inches of snowfall every year and 1,000 acres of terrain to romp in. Alyeska Resort is a favored resort for family vacations. Mt. Alyeska offers 2,500 vertical feet of terrain. There are wide open bowls, and long top to bottom runs. The area has the only four diamond hotel in Alaska conveniently located with ski in/ski out access to the trails. The Alyeska Resort Aerial Tramway is a seven-minute ride to a viewing deck with panoramic views of the mountains, hanging glaciers, sparkling streams, towering spruce, and an array of wildlife. ActivitiesSnowboarding: All 68 runs are open to snowboarders. Terrain park and the only groomed two halfpipes in the state. Lessons, clinics and rentals all available.Cross Country Profile: Over 20 miles of cross country terrain for all abilities. Snowshoeing and dogsledding also available.LodgingThe Hotel Alyeska will call and notify its guests in the middle of the night when the Northern Lights are out. Well, they don't call everybody, just the ones who sign up. Ski in and ski out lodging on site. The hotel with 307 rooms with tram and chairlift access. Free shuttle service from day lodge to The Hotel Alyeska and tram terminal. Nearby B&Bs and condos located in Girdwood.Winter RecreationHeli and backcountry skiing, snowboarding, nordic skiing, para-skiing, dogsledding, snowcat skiing, snowshoeing, ice skating, alpine skiing, and snowmobile tours all are available either at the resort or through local area services. Tubing hill. Nearby ocean glacier cruising is available year-round.