Peak Elevation
8,600 ft
2,621 m
Vertical Drop
2,100 ft
640 m
Skiable Area
800 ac
324 ha
Avg Snowfall
170 in
432 cm
Lifts
4
Mt. Baldy Weather Forecast
About
Mt. Baldy is the closest ski area to Los Angeles, on Mount San Antonio in the San Gabriel Mountains about 45 miles northeast of the city. Four chairlifts serve 26 runs across 800 acres, with a vertical drop of 2,100 feet from a top elevation of 8,600 feet. Steep, varied pitches set it apart from the gentler resorts farther east.
Terrain
Difficulty Breakdown
Lifts & Conditions
Amenities
Operated by Mt. Baldy Ski Lifts Inc.
Data validated from official sources but may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify with the resort directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many lifts does Mt. Baldy have?
Mt. Baldy has 4 ski lifts, with a combined uphill capacity of approximately 4,000 riders per hour.
What is the vertical drop at Mt. Baldy?
Mt. Baldy has a vertical drop of 2,100 feet (640 meters).
What is the peak elevation of Mt. Baldy?
The summit of Mt. Baldy sits at 8,600 feet (2,621 meters) above sea level.
How many trails does Mt. Baldy have?
Mt. Baldy has 26 marked trails, totaling roughly 2 miles of skiing.
How big is the skiable terrain at Mt. Baldy?
Mt. Baldy covers 800 acres (324 hectares) of skiable terrain.
Does Mt. Baldy offer night skiing?
No, Mt. Baldy does not offer night skiing.
Does Mt. Baldy have snowmaking?
Yes, Mt. Baldy has snowmaking to supplement natural snowfall and extend the ski season.
How much snow does Mt. Baldy get each year?
Mt. Baldy averages around 170 inches (432 cm) of snowfall per season.