Arizona Snowbowl

Arizona Snowbowl is located on the western slope of Mount Humphreys on the majestic San Francisco Peaks, 12 miles outside of Flagstaff. Arizona Snowbowl opened in 1938 and is one of the oldest continually run ski areas in the United States. The ski area has state-of-the-art snowmaking to help guarantee a season from mid-November through late-April to enjoy 777 acres, eight lifts and great amenities plus stunning views of the red rocks in Sedona, the cinder cone volcanic field and Grand Canyon's rim can be seen from the lifts. In fall 2016, Snowbowl unveiled the Grand Canyon Express: Arizona's first high-speed, six-person lift which rises 1,500 feet in less than six minutes. Snowbowl has 55 runs and multiple terrain parks with technical jumps, rails and features. Intermediate and advanced snow riders will enjoy many challenging trails with 2,300 feet of vertical drop, including the renowned Upper Bowl hike-to terrain. For beginners, Snowbowl has the largest learning terrain in the entire Southwest, offering 50 acres in the wide-open, natural meadow of Hart Prairie. Snowbowl Facts: 2,300 foot vertical drop (11,500 ft. – 9,200 ft.) Average snowfall: 260 inches; Three day-lodges – each with a restaurant, bar, first aid Lodging available at Ski Lift Lodge and Cabins at the base of Snowbowl Road; Ski lifts open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Half day begins at 1 p.m. Directions: The Arizona Snowbowl is located in the Coconino National Forest seven miles northwest of Flagstaff, Arizona. From Flagstaff, follow the Highway 180 signs to Grand Canyon and turn right (north) on Snowbowl Road. Mountain Express offers FREE bus service from downtown Flagstaff to Arizona Snowbowl. For more information on times and locations of this free service, visit snowbowl.ski/shuttle.