Eaglecrest Ski Area

Eaglecrest Ski Area is a public ski area on Douglas Island in the U.S. state of Alaska, across Gastineau Channel from Juneau. The area is owned and operated by Juneau's municipal government. Eaglecrest has 4 double chairlifts accessing 640 acres (2.6 km²), with 36 marked alpine runs, two Nordic skiing loops, and access to world class backcountry. Vertical drop is 1,620 ft (490 m) with an average snowfall of 320" and a record snowfall of 640" in 2011.[1]

Eaglecrest Ski Area
Seymour Canal From Pittman's Ridge Ocean view from Eaglecrest's West Bowl
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Location	Douglas Island,, Alaska  United States
Nearest major city	Juneau
Coordinates	58°16′34″N 134°30′55″W
Vertical	1620 ft
Top elevation	2750
Base elevation	1130
Skiable area	640 acres (2.6 km2)
Runs	36 - 20% easiest - 40% more difficult - 40% most difficult
Longest run	2 mi
Lift system	4 chairs
Snowfall	350 in
Snowmaking	Yes
Website	Eaglecrest Ski Area

Southeast Alaska's only ski area, Eaglecrest's season generally runs from the first weekend of December through mid-April.[2]

Pittman's Ridge with Mt Ben Stewart in the background

Eaglecrest is family and community-oriented, with many community outreach programs available, including a snowsports school offering lessons to students with physical and learning disabilities.[3]

Northeast view from Pittman's Ridge

The west side terrain at Eaglecrest Ski Area

Eaglecrest now has 36 official alpine runs to go with East & West Bowls, Pittman's Ridge, Hilda & Benches Glades, and 8km of Nordic trails. When snow and staffing allows, the mountain also offers a Terrain Park.