Thursday, Jan. 23 thru Monday, Jan. 27
Baker City, OR
Intermediate and above
With 300 inches annual snowfall, the Anthony Lakes ski area near Baker City boasts the best powder skiing in the Northwest. Both downhill and Nordic skiers come to enjoy this pristine location at the north end of the Elkhorn mountains. The Nordic center (6000 ft.) maintains 18 miles (30 km) of groomed trails at every level of difficulty. There’s also easy access to backcountry areas near the center, often by starting at the top of the lift (7200 ft.). Another skiing possibility is Dooley Pass south of Baker City, showcasing panoramic views of the valleys below. Depending on time and weather, we could stop and ski the groomed trails on our way to Baker at Meacham Divide just west of La Grande.
We will be staying at the luxurious Good Bear Ranch Resort, 12 miles from Baker and 45 minutes from Anthony Lakes. It is a 5200 sq. ft. house with ample room for 16 people, 5 doubles and 6 singles. Breakfast and lunches will be on your own, but we’ll share nightly potlucks.
Trail passes for the groomed area and single ride lift tickets are extra but reasonable.
Trip limit: 16 participants including trip leaders.
Cost: $275/member, per person. Includes 4 nights lodging.
Carpool miles: 600 miles roundtrip from Portland plus excursions to trailheads.
Trip Leader: Ann Truax, ann.truax@gmail.com
Co-Leader: Johanna Lovell, joeielove@yahoo.com
BOOKINGS
Bookings are closed for this event at this time. Contact the trip leader for any questions.