Elk Ridge Ski & Outdoor Rec - Williams, AZ - Popular skiing recreation area

Elk Ridge is a family oriented skiing, snowboarding and tubing recreation area located in Williams, Arizona. It's home to some 30 acres of skiing areas, complete with vertical drops of up to 600 feet and 7 runs to choose from, offering a great choice for skiers and snowboarders of all levels and abilities.

Elk Ridge Ski & Outdoor Recreation Area is located near the southwestern entrance to the Grand Canyon, meaning that skiers can enjoy spectacular scenery as they tackle the various runs on offer. There are 2 lifts to transport skiers and snowboarders to the top of the slopes, and with an average yearly snowfall of 150 inches it offers some of the best skiing conditions in the area.

Skiers can hit the slopes on their own, or for those needing more tuition skiing lessons are always available, either privately or in a group. 1 hour lessons run at 10am and 1pm to give all the help necessary for people to hit the runs with confidence. The tubing run is also popular, and no experience is necessary to enjoy the thrill of it.

For added convenience, Elk Ridge has an on-site cafy offering a great selection of hot and cold food and drinks. The White Stag Cafy is open from 11am to 8pm to keep hungry skiers and snowboarders going throughout the day.

The area is open on a seasonal basis to make sure that skiers get the best snow levels possible. It's open between November and April, but it's worthwhile to check in advance for exact times. In season it's open from Fridays to Mondays from 9:30am to 4:30pm, with the half day starting at 1:30pm. The tubing run, however, is open year-round from 9:30am until 5pm, for family fun no matter what time of year it is.

Prices range according to age, the equipment needed and how long you're staying for. Seasoned skiers with their own equipment will just have to pay for lift access, which is $30 for a full day and $20 for a half day (seniors and juniors get a reduced rate). Equipment hire is also available and starts at $30 for a ski package and $40 for snowboard package, and complete packages including equipment hire and lift access starts at just $65 for a full day.

Group hour-long ski lessons cost $25 per person for skiing or boarding, or to hit the tube run it'll cost $10 per day for adults or $7 for children aged between 4 and 12. Seasonal passes are available and discounts can always be offered for military personnel and school groups.

Elk Ridge Ski and Outdoor Rec offers something for all winter sports fans, whether they're novices or more experienced in the field. It has all the facilities necessary to enjoy the sport, and being in such a great location adds even more to the area.