How to Go Skiing in Anthony Lakes Mountain, Oregon

Located in the Elkhorn Range of the Blue Mountains in Northeastern Oregon, Anthony Lakes Mountain Ski Resort is famous for its fantastic powder conditions, which is due to the unusually dry weather throughout the year. Boasting a summit 8,000 feet above sea level, Anthony Lakes Mountain offers 21 runs covering about 900 acres.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Computer with Internet access
• Credit card to book your ski trip

Book a Ski Trip to Anthony Lakes Mountain

1. Visit the Anthony Lakes Mountain Web site to check on specials, rental packages, accommodations and ski conditions (see Resources below). While the Web site does not offer a method to make reservations online, you can call the resort directly at 541-856-3277. Expect prices on accommodations near this somewhat upscale resort to range from moderate to expensive.
2. Book accommodations for your ski trip at a nineteenth century bed and breakfast inn or a small hotel in the nearby towns of La Grande and Baker City, Oregon. Anthony Lakes Mountain offers bus service to the slopes from these two cities, which are within an hour's drive. Book accommodations directly with providers by calling the phone numbers on the Anthony Lakes Mountain Web site.
3. Stay at a fully-furnished vacation rental or condominium unit in North Powder, Oregon. North Powder is the closest town to Anthony Lakes Mountain ski resort, about 19 miles from the slopes.
4. Go to the Eastern Oregon Visitor's Association Web site for more information on accommodations in the area near Anthony Lakes Mountain (see Resources below). You can book accommodations by calling the numbers provided on the Web site.

Travel to Anthony Lakes Mountain

5. Determine how you're going to get to the ski resort, since Anthony Lakes Mountain is located in a fairly remote section of Northeastern Oregon. Boise, Idaho, which is 140 miles away, is the nearest city with an international airport.
6. Take Interstate 84 to the North Powder exit (Exit 285). Drive about 20 miles to the mountain. The road in is generally kept in good shape.

Ski Anthony Lakes Mountain

7. Consider spending a day cross-country skiing, which will add a little variety to your ski trip. Anthony Lakes Mountain boasts one of the finest accommodations for Nordic skiing.
8. Make sure you'll be able to hit the slopes on Thursday, when all lift tickets are half-price.
9. Inquire about the season passes if you live in Oregon, if you're planning to spend some time in the area.
10. Enter one of the local snowmobile races sponsored by the resort, if you're looking for some excitement.

Arrive at Anthony Lakes Mountain

11. Take advantage of the free ski lesson Anthony Lakes Mountain offers to anyone over the age of 7 who rents ski equipment from the resort.
12. Enroll in the EZ123 program, a three-day instructional school that includes lessons, lift tickets and equipment rentals, all for one low price.

Tips & Warnings

• The mountain has a 900 foot vertical drop, with a summit at 8,000 feet.
• There is no central online booking Web site for Anthony Lakes Mountain.
• Book your trip online with a third-party travel Web site to have printable records of your reservations.

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