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Elk Meadows
By Ashley Patterson

Elk Meadows is located three hours south of Salt Lake City in the Tushar Mountains. It has a wide variety of terrain options in its 400 skiable acres, but it is still primarily a locals' resort. However, the owners hope to attract more destination skiers over time and consequently are planning a large condominium development at the base of the mountain.

Location: Elk Meadows and Mt. Holly Mountains are located in Fishlake National Forest.

Season: November to April

Elevation and Vertical Drop: Base altitude is 9,000 feet and the summit is 10,400 feet with a vertical drop of 1,400 feet

Lifts: 6 lifts (1 Quad Chair Lift, 1 Triple Chair Lift, 3 Double Chair Lifts and 1 Surface Lift).

Snowboading: Yes

Average Annual Snowfall: 400 inches with approximately 1,400 acres

Runs and Terrain: 35 runs Beginner 20%, Intermediate 55%, Advanced 25%

Addresses & Phone Numbers

Elk Meadows Resort
P.O. Box 511
Beaver, Utah 84713
Lodging 1-888-881-7669
Snow Conditions 801-438-5433

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