And although Mother Nature hasn't been very helpful in the snow making department this year, area resorts are open and doing brisk business. Those looking for nearby snow action should try the slopes at The New Mountain High Resort in Wrightwood. Snowboarders make up almost 70 percent of the visitors to Mountain High. It's amazing how just one inch of fresh powder made for some delightful skiing.
Skiers wait for good snow.
This is a testament to man-made snow. Night skiing Don't think for a moment the fun is over just because the sun goes down. Mountain High is the only Southern California resort offering night skiing seven days a week. With 85 percent of the West resort lit up, visitors are finding this is the ideal time to hit the slopes. Catering to those night owls, the resort often hosts nighttime events such as movies, radio remotes and live bands.