The Ski Resort
Opening in 1938 Arizona Snowbowl is one of the oldest ski resorts in the whole U.S. It is located in the stunning San Francisco Peaks about 2 hours away from Phoenix, 40 minutes from Sedona and only one hour from the Grand Canyon.
The ski area offers 40+ trails, 777 skiable acres, 6 lifts, open bowl and tree skiing . The state-of-the-art snowmaking system guarantees 120+ days of skiing from early December through early April.
Beginners are advised to take lessons at the local ski school with our qualified and experienced staff. The Ski & Ride school is registered with the Professional Ski Instructors of America and the American Association of Snowboard instructors. Rental Shop features the top of the line skiing and boarding equipment. Arizona’s best terrain park offers many jumps, and other features of various difficulty.
Interesting facts
- Offering 314 ha of slopes and terrain, Arizona Snowbowl is the largest ski resort Arizona.
- Arizona Snowbowl is the the best rated ski resort Arizona.
- It is known to be the most family-friendly ski resort Arizona.
- Elevated between 2,804 m and 3,505 m, the Ski Resort is the highest elevated Ski Resorts Arizona. The vertical drop from summit to base is 701 m. The average difference in altitude between base and summit of Ski Resorts in the USA is 374 m. Most runs are therefore relatively long.
- Average snow depth during the season is 80 cm at summit elevation and 98 cm at base elevation. Snow coverage is usually best during March, offering an average snow depth of 108 cm at summit elevation and 142 cm at the base. This makes Arizona Snowbowl the ski resort with the best snow conditions Arizona.
- Arizona Snowbowl features 78 sunny days on average per season. The average for all ski Resorts in the USA is 50 sunny days. December is the sunniest month with an average of 22 sunny days. This makes the ski resort one of the 5 sunniest in the USA.
