Mt. Alyeska has a lot to offer with its 1,400 skiable acres (566 ha) and 2,500 vertical feet (762 m) of diverse terrain, non-existent lift lines (9 lifts) and an average snowfall of 631 inches (1,602 cm). There are wide open bowls, and long top-to-bottom runs that are sure to please the intermediate, while tree-lined runs are ideal for the beginner. Boasting 2,000 vertical feet (607 m) of lit night time terrain and the most spring daylight hours in the United States make skiing and snowboarding at Alyeska a unique ski or snowboard adventure. Snow-capped mountains, hanging glaciers and dancing northern lights make Alyeska Resort a winter wonderland where adventures abound. Alyeska Resort was named by Skiing Magazine as the Number 9 in the 25 Killer Trips in November 2002. It was Ranked number 1 in Snow and number 6 in Steeps. In November 2003, Alyeska Resort was rated number 19 in North America in the Top 25 Poll. Furthermore, Alyeska Resort is the premier resort for family vacations, rated in the Top 25 ski resorts in North America by Skiing Magazine.
Alyeska Resort is located just 40 Miles (64 km) south of Anchorage and 90 Miles (144 km) north of Seward via the Seward Highway, and All American Scenic Byway.
The Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport has almost 200 flights arriving daily with connections from around the world and direct flights from most major U.S. cities.