The Snorting Elk area lies on the north side of Grubstake point, sandwiched between Green Valley and Northway. This region of the mountain contains numerous tree runs as well as a classic alpine bowl, with plenty of hidden stashes to explore.
Author: Closed Account
Packed Powder Days: 12/13 and 12/20
We had a couple great days in mid-December. Here’s Grady’s account of the runs we skied and the conditions on the mountain for your perusal.
Green Valley
Though it covers a fairly short vertical distance, the Green Valley detachable quad serves up lots of quirky, challenging lines near the summit as well as some steep terrain and speedy groomers.
Chinook Express
Although Chinook Express could easily be dismissed as a low-elevation area with boring runs, it too has its fair share of fun slopes for beginner and advanced skiers.
The Basics: Lifts, Lodges, and Landmarks
This post marks the start of an ongoing series here at the Guide: “The Basics.” Here you’ll find all you need to know about the mountain. In this installment, we’ll talk about the basic areas and landmarks of the mountain.
The Unofficial Guide to Crystal Mountain 