Mount Lemmon in Arizona has always been one of my favorite places to visit and today was no exception.
It was cold with the temperature in Summer haven at 15 degrees!
We decided, at short notice, to go and see the snow at Summerhaven, and enjoyed snowboarding in the snow clouds!
I have not visited Summerhaven in the winter, since the fire several years ago that devastated the area. The fire forced many people out of their homes and it has taken some time for rebuilding. However, significant rebuilding has now taken place with prices for cabins in the mid $400,000 to over $600,000.
A new community center now greets you as you enter Summerhaven.
The ski slope was open, and is a secret for most people as there were a few people there, and not packed as one would see in Flagstaff.
The area and the drive is so picturesque, one wonders why more people do not venture up to Summerhaven in the winter.
We had hot chocolate and ate at the Iron Door Restaurant at the ski slope. The restaurant had great food and nice ambiance and was well worth the visit.
Ski passe are well priced at $35 a day for adults and ski rentals were available for an adult for $20 a day.
We hope that you will take the time to travel up the Santa Catalina Mountains and enjoy the incredible views of Tucson and the surrounding areas.
Please remember to take a four wheel drive car in the winter as the weather is unpredictable and the police will fine you up to $175 for those of you that take the ride without chains or four wheel drive vehicles.
