| Crystal Mountain is located in the shadow of 14,408-foot Mt. Rainier, just outside of the Mt. Rainier National Park. Just inside of the Wenatchee National Forest, it is famous for the cold Cascade storms that can dump several feet of fresh snow anytime from November through April.Although expert skiers are attracted to the area for its rugged terrain and deep snow, less advanced skiers should not be intimidated. Crystal offers a wide variety of skiing for every level of ability.Crystal Mountain Statistics Vertical Drop: 3102 ft. Top Elevation: 7004 ft. Skiable Acres: 2300 Trails: 53 Terrain: 13% beginner, 57% intermediate, 30% advanced Lifts: 10; 9 chair lifts, and 1 surface lift Snowmaking: 2% Average Annual Snowfall: 385 in.The sprawling expanse of the ski terrain covers over half a dozen peaks and basins and lends itself to seemingly limitless variations. Its mountaineer's view of neighboring Mount Rainier, which towers overhead by more than a country mile, is as breathtaking to view as Crystal Mountain is to ski. |
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