Ski area
Mt Lemmon Ski Valley
27 locals recommend
Tips from locals
Michael
June 21, 2021
History of Mount Lemmon 1542-Coronado expedition Spaniards begin the Coronado expedition. 1881-Mt Lemmon gets its name. Sara Plumber Lemmon who trekked to the top of the mountain with her husband and E. O. Stratton, a local rancher, by horse and foot. She is one of the first westerners to ascend Mt. Lemmon, and thus gave Mt. Lemmon its namesake. 1944-Sahuaro Ski Club is formed During the war, Thomas traveled to Tucson to visit his ailing son who was stationed at Davis Monthan. His son, Lowell Thomas Jr., was not recuperating well and his father thought a ski adventure might help. Today Ski Valley is the southernmost ski destination in the continental United States. The top elevation of Ski Valley is 9,157 feet (2,791 m) above sea level and has 200 skiable acres with 21 runs. -Hours of Operation- Ski Valley is open ALL YEAR! Ski Side Hours - 10:30AM - 4:30PM Mon, Thur, Fri (Closed Tues/Wed) Ski Side Weekend Hours: 9:00AM - 4:30PM Restaurant Weekday Hours: 10:30AM - 4:30PM Mon, Thur, Fri (Closed Tues/Wed) Restaurant Weekend Hours: 9:00AM - 4:30PM
History of Mount Lemmon 1542-Coronado expedition Spaniards begin the Coronado expedition. 1881-Mt Lemmon gets its name. Sara Plumber Lemmon who trekked to the top of the mountain with her husband and E. O. Stratton, a local rancher, by horse and foot. She is one of the first westerners to ascend…
Mary And Jim
November 19, 2014
Southernmost ski resort in the continental US. Enjoy a summer hike or a winter snowshoe. A true alpine gem only 30 mins. (and over 9000")from the Hacienda.
Lori
September 6, 2018
If you have some time go up to Mount Lemmon. They say the gradient in ecoculture going from the valley to the top of the mountain is the same as going from Mexico to Canada. Beautiful beautiful beautiful location, and if it's summer it's a great escape from the heat. It's usually about 30 degrees cooler on the mountain, so you may need a jacket!
Jessica
April 27, 2017
Escape the heat or play in the snow! Mt. Lemmon is a 45 min drive up into a forest. It is typically 20 degrees cooler. Great hiking, camping and picnic spots. There are a few restaurants and shops.
Tiane
October 31, 2015
Just 45 minutes away and you are in the mountains - pine trees, 10,000 ft elevation, hiking, picnicing, restaurants and more.
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Location
10300 E Ski Run Rd
Mount Lemmon, AZ