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Eaglecrest Ski Area - Alaska

The best "little" ski area in the world, Eaglecrest Ski Area is Juneau's community-owned ski area located 12 miles from downtown on Douglas Island. The ski season here runs from early December through mid-April with legendary Spring skiing.

Juneau, Alaska's capital city, is only accessible by air or water with no roads leaving town. It is cut off from the rest of the mainland by a huge icefield (daily ferries are available). No need to worry about crowds and lift lines here!

With 31 trails covering 640 skiable acres, there is abundant terrain, including groomed trails, glades, open bowls and ultra-steep faces. There is also a tubing area and snow terrain park. Our terrain park - featuring tabletops and jumps, is located on the lower mountain. Eaglecrest Ski Area gets abundant snowfall, yet extremely cold temperatures in the temperant rainforest of south-east Alaska are uncommon.

Cross-country skiers can enjoy five kilometers of machine-groomed and track-set trails. The lower meadow trail starts just below the parking lot and is suitable for beginners.

Eaglecrest Ski Area is home to downhill skier Hilary Lindh, silver medalist in the Winter Olympic Games in Albertville, France. In 1997 Hilary retired from profesional skiing as the World Downhill Champion. Eaglecrest is also to home to Joe Tompkins, a mono-skier on the U.S. Disabled Ski Team.

Local family skiing is the theme here with 45 percent of skier visits being from Juneau's youngsters.

Plenty of lodging, restaurants and shops abound in downtown Juneau, 12 miles away from Eaglecrest Ski Area.

The Eaglecrest Ski Area ski bus offers transportation on weekends and holidays only. Bus tickets are $3 one way and $6 round trip.

MOUNTAIN STATISTICS
Base Elevation:	1,200 ft	(366 m)
Summit Elevation:	2,600 ft	(792 m)
Vertical Drop:	1,400 ft	(427 m)
Skiable Area:	640 acres	(259 hectares)
Annual Snowfall:	300 in	(762 cm)
Longest Run:	10,560 ft	(3,219 m)
Snowmaking:	6 %
Number of Lifts:	4
Uphill Lift Capacity:	2,600 per hour
Types of Lifts:	1 Surface Lift 2 Double Chairs
Number of Trails:	31

TRAIL RATINGS
Easiest:		20%
More Difficult:		40%
Most Difficult:		40%
Experts Only:		0%
Trail ratings indicate the relative difficulty of the runs within a given ski area and are not meant to be used for comparison between ski areas.

AREA DETAILS
Alpine Skiing:	Yes
Snowboarding:	Yes
Required:	Yes
Night Skiing:	Yes
Terrain Park:	Yes
Cross Country:	8 km
Snow Tubing:	Yes

 

FEATURED LODGING

» Goldbelt Hotel Juneau

$134.00 - $159.00

51 Egan Dr Juneau, AK 99801

Juneau*s finest Hotel offers outstanding full-service accommodations, including complimentary airport transportation. Located facing the waterfront in downtown Juneau, the 105-room Hotel is in close proximity to most major attractions. The Hotel lobby and Chinnook*s Restaurant feature a…

» Best Western Grandma's Feather Bed

$125.96 - $139.95

2358 Mendenhall Loop Road Juneau, AK 99801

Enjoy convenient access to many key local attractions such as Mendenhall Glacier, Eaglecrest Ski Resort and several state office buildings at this quaint Juneau, Alaska hotel. Welcome to the Best Western Grandma's Feather Bed where guests will find personalized customer service and quaint…

» Frontier Suites Airport Hotel

$99.00 - $149.00

9400 Glacier Avenue Juneau, AK 99801-9319

One of Juneau's newest hotels, the Frontier Suites Airport Hotel is already the first choice for business, legislative, and leisure travelers to Juneau. Featuring an array of beautifully furnished, comfortable standard rooms and one-bedroom suites, all equipped with full-sized kitchens with…

» Travelodge Hotel Juneau

$87.20 - $129.00

9200 Glacier Highway Juneau, AK 99801

Guests receive a voucher good for 15% discount off any meals purchased in the on-site restaurant. 86 Rooms Full Service Hotel

» Prospector Hotel

$119.00 - $209.00

375 Whittier Street Juneau, AK 99801

Located in historic downtown Juneau, and adjacent to the state Museum, business and government centers. For large conference convenience we are across the street from Centennial Hall Convention Center. Remodeled in the spring of 2001, the "New" Prospector Hotel is updated in traditional style…

» Super 8 Juneau

$90.88 - $149.88

2295 Trout St Juneau, AK 99801

Super 8 Juneau is conveniently located with in 5 minutes of the Juneau Airport. Free Shuttle service is available to the Juneau Airport and the Juneau Ferry. Amenities include: FREE SuperStart Breakfast, FREE high speed wireless internet, Hair Dryer, Clock Radio, 24 hours Coffee & Tea in lobby,…

» Juneau Hotel

$169.00 - $169.00

1200 West 9th Street Juneau, AK 99801

Located on Gastineau channel W. 9th street by the Douglas bridge, with easy access to downtown Juneau. Multistored complex newly constructed in 2005.

» The Breakwater Inn

$69.00 - $89.00

1711 Glacier Avenue Juneau, AK 99801-1470

The Breakwater Inn, a local favorite, is just minutes from all Juneau has to offer. Providing comfortable, well appointed rooms and a friendly, knowledgable staff, the Breakwater is ideal for visiting Alaska's capital city and all her wonderful sights. Join us in our Award Winning Best Dinner,…

» Pearsons Pond Inn and Spa

$179.00 - $399.00

4541 Sawa Circle Juneau, AK 99801

Choose either the the luxurious waterfront inn or the off-site extended stay condos for your stay. The spectacular waterfront inn location has glacier views, elegantly furnished Atrium Lounge, relaxing starlit hot tubs, colorful rainforest gardens, waterfall, Wi-Fi Internet Cafe, business center,…

» Silverbow Inn

$179.00 - $219.00

120 2nd Street Juneau, AK 99801

The Silverbow is a charming eleven room boutique hotel in a newly remodeled 1914 building in the heart of historic downtown Juneau. Each guest room is individually decorated and equipped with a private bath, wireless internet, desk and private phone line. In the morning, stroll downstairs to our…

» Best Western Country Lane Inn

$109.99 - $155.99

9300 Glacier Highway Juneau, AK 99801

Discover this 100% non-smoking Juneau, Alaska hotel situated within minutes of key area attractions and outdoor activities. Whether traveling for business or enjoying a romantic getaway for two, the Best Western Country Lane is the place to stay. Located less than ten miles from all local…