Ski Area in the Heart of Alaska

For a unique ski experience, head to Alpenglow in Anchorage. This 501(c)3 organization is a non-profit ski resort that provides a family-friendly ski experience that everyone can enjoy. There is a lodge onsite that is available for rental during both the summer and winter seasons. The upstairs of the lodge offers great mountain views and the lower level walks out onto a lawn area that is great for outdoor ceremonies. Those renting the lodge during the summer can ride the chairlift for an additional fee if they would like stunning views of the area scenery. A full kitchen provides an eat-in buffet area. The Arctic Valley ski area at Alpenglow offers both alpine and tele-skiing in the Alaskan backcountry. The area is safe and usually not crowded and offers plenty of places to play for those who do not ski. Lifts include a T-Bar with a vertical rise of 984-feet, and two chair lifts, the Little Teton Chairlift and the Thompson Lift. The Thompson Lift offers skiers a quick 4-minute ride up the mountain. The resort is located just 10 miles from downtown Anchorage, allowing skiers to enjoy evenings in town after long afternoons of skiing on the slopes. For a great ski experience, head to Alpenglow.