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| Sleeping Giant |
Operation Dates: 1936 - 2004
Area Stats:
* Elevations: Base: 6,700'
* Facilities: Base Lodge
Lifts: 1 Chairlift, 1 T-bar, 1 Surface
History:
Sleeping Giant - Cody
Has not operated now for two years and is currently for sale. An
ancient T-bar (1940s) plus a double chair (that went up in the 80s) and a
rope tow. At the east gate of Yellowstone. 480 vertical feet - some of it
steep. The only ski area in the Absaroka Range - largest of the
Rockies. The banning of snowmobiles has crashed winter tourism at the
east gate of Yellowstone.
***Update: Sleeping Giant might reopen, click here for more***
Directions: 349 Yellowstone Hwy. Cody, Wyoming 82414
Update: Sleeping Giant hopes to reopen for the 2008-09 ski season.
For more information, click here.
Area Stats:
* Elevations: Base: 6,700'
* Facilities: Base Lodge
Lifts: 1 Chairlift, 1 T-bar, 1 Surface
History:
Sleeping Giant - Cody
Has not operated now for two years and is currently for sale. An
ancient T-bar (1940s) plus a double chair (that went up in the 80s) and a
rope tow. At the east gate of Yellowstone. 480 vertical feet - some of it
steep. The only ski area in the Absaroka Range - largest of the
Rockies. The banning of snowmobiles has crashed winter tourism at the
east gate of Yellowstone.
***Update: Sleeping Giant might reopen, click here for more***
Directions: 349 Yellowstone Hwy. Cody, Wyoming 82414
Update: Sleeping Giant hopes to reopen for the 2008-09 ski season.
For more information, click here.
| Area Pictures: If you live by this area or have any pictures to share, please email us! |
| Have you ever skied at this area? If so, contact us with your memories! Memories: |
| Copyright © coloradoskihistory.com All Rights Reserved. *Pictures thanks to Cameron H. of skilifts.org |
| "Sleeping Giant, 50 miles west of Cody and right next door to the East Entrance of Yellowstone National Park, is one of America's oldest ski areas. Sleeping Giant was organized as a ski area in 1936-1937 and is well known for consistently abundant natural snowfall, with ideal temperatures for skiing and non-existent wind, where the scenery is breathtaking, unsurpassed anywhere on earth. The mountain's varied terrain allows beginning, intermediate, and advanced skiers the opportunity to develop their skills. The diverse areas of sloping meadows, trails in the trees, and steep slopes offer skiers a well-rounded skiing package. 20% of the terrain for beginners; 60% intermediate; and 20% for advanced skiers. Snowboarders are welcome on the entire mountain. The average snowfall is 300"-400" a year (some years they have 800"!) The packed snow base averages 48"-72" during our season. Powder snowboarding is available most of the year. Two ski lifts rise 600 vertical feet from a base elevation of 6,700 feet. Seventeen trails for all levels of skiing proficiency range up to 3/4 mile in length. In 1993-1994, a chair lift and new day lodge were completed. Day Lodge and Snack Bar After spending time on the slopes in the fresh air working up an appetite, come in to our heated day lodge, with it's crackling fireplace, and choose your lunch or snack from our varied menu." - From www.codywyomingnet.com |
| Trail Map: |
* General Pictures:
* The T-Bar:
* The Double Chair (Heron -Poma):
* The Rope Tows: